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What is the procedure for renting a room/house?

April 26, 2017House procedure renting room

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What is the procedure for renting a room/house?

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Once you have identified a suitable rental offer, contact the house owner for viewing. If you are keen to rent the place, make sure that all verbal agreements with the house owner are confirmed in writing in a lease / tenancy agreement. Do not sign the lease agreement until you have read and understood the terms stated in the agreement. Usually a deposit equivalent to one month’s rental is payable. This deposit is not refundable should you subsequently reject the room. This deposit is refundable at the end of the tenancy provided the room / apartment, fixtures and fittings are returned to the owner in good condition, allowing for fair wear and tear. First month’s rental is usually required. Hence, you may need to make an upfront payment equivalent to 2 months rental in the first instance. Make sure that all payments made are supported by receipts.