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Tenants advice - what to look for on viewings

Here at DIrect2Landlord we have a fantastic relationship with our Private Landlords. We help find quality tenants for our landlords.

One way that we can help to do this is by educating all potential tenants that are currently looking for a new property to rent.

We would advise all Landlords and Private Landlords to read this article and make a note of what potential tenants will be looking for when they arrange a viewing.

This week our advise is going to cover - What to look for on viewings.

As a tenant you will no doubt find a few proper tie that you like. The next step from here is to view these properties.

We would advise that you make the most of these viewings by viewing them as opportunities. These are opportunities to:

• Check how well the property is maintained - look at gutters, windows, roofs
• Make a note of how much storage space there is
• Check to see how the place is heated and how well insulated it looks - this will affect your bills and comfort
• Asking to see the gas safety certificate and operating instructions for electrical items is a must. Ask yourself, are there enough sockets for your needs?
• Find out what furnishings will be in the property if you choose to move in.
• Are the fire safety regulations met?
• Run all the taps - bath, shower, and flush the toilet. Do they all work? Ask to be shown that the heating and hot water works.
• Do all the windows open?
• Does the property feel secure? Is there access to the property via a garden or alley? What are the locks like?
• If this is a flat, d you have a secure post box? How clean are the common areas - how often are they cleaned and by whom?
• What are the local transport links like?
• Why not see the property at different times? This will indicate what it will be like for you whilst you live there.

These points will hopefully help you find the ideal property for the budget that you have.

The Private Landlords we have on our system, can choose for us to manage their property.

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