Would i be better legally to rent my property furnished or unfurnished and what rights would benefit both?
Since the 1988 Acts there has been no legal difference between renting furnished or unfurnised. The tenant has the same rights in either. Both involve a two month notice of vacating from either side. Renting furnished entails ensuring all furniture is non combustible and that this is clearly marked on cusions etc. This often means only new furnishings can be used. Properties of 2 or more bedrooms usually interest families with their own furniture and they will therefore decline a furnished property. Furniture is also a matter of taste and matching tastes is unlikely to happen. Landlords need an inventory of all items at the property and this is enlarged tenfold with furnishings. Message therefore is unfurnised unless it’s a one person property.
