Monday 19 May 2014

10 Tips for renting in London

How to find a property to rent
Where you should start searching for a potential property to rent depends on what you are looking for. If you are looking for a full property to rent then you can search by area online. On
www.roomhunters.co.uk you can search from more than 10,000 properties to rent in London .

Alternatively, visit local estate agents. Tell them what your specific criteria is, for example, whether you're looking for a furnished or unfurnished property, or if you specifically want a washing machine or a bath, and they can help with property suggestions. 
Estate agents or private landlords?
There is no requirement for anyone who rents a property to have any kind of qualification in property or be licensed,
If you’re renting through an estate agent, check if they are registered with NAEA or The Association of Residential Lettings Agents (ARLA). These organisations insist their members perform with good practices and give residents a body to complain to if anything goes wrong.

Private landlords are not regulated but there are benefits for choosing to rent from them. It can often be cheaper renting without an agent as you won’t be paying additional fees. Agents also normally have minimum rental terms of six or 12 months, whereas private landlords can be more flexible.

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