Finding a rental property can sometimes seem challenging, but DBK Estate Agents are here to guide you from beginning to end. We have broken the process down for you to better understand what to expect.
It’s never too early to start your search, however you are less likely to secure anything at such an early stage. We recommend beginning your search at the earliest 5-6 weeks prior to your ideal moving date as the rental market is fast moving. Search our Properties to Rent.
We are now ready to search for your ideal property. Our Lettings team will inform you of available properties suitable to your requirements and arrange viewings accordingly.
As part of our standard requirements, DBK carry out due diligence and ensure the necessary referencing are in place for each and every named tenant on the agreement. For this you will be required to provide the following:
Once all the referencing has successfully been completed, we move to the Let Agreed stage. It’s now time for a little paperwork before your tenancy can start.
Our next step is to draw up a tenancy agreement, which outlines all the exact terms of the contract between you and your landlord. DBK have a thorough template which fully covers all aspects of the tenancy. Our Lettings team will provide both you and your landlord, a copy to check and sign before the tenancy can begin. You will both receive a fully signed tenancy agreement.
An inventory is a detailed record of all contents and the condition of the property you want to rent, assessed and drafted by a professional external company. This is typically carried out on the day of you moving in. This will cover all aspects of the property contents and condition if damaged. Mid-term and end of tenancy inventory inspections may also be carried out to check that nothing is missing or damaged. A copy of the inventory will be provided to both you and your landlord.
The moment you’ve been waiting for – moving in day! The Lettings team will inform you when you will receive the keys and whether these can be collected at our office or at the property.
DBK have successfully found you a property to rent!
To reserve a property, a deposit is required of 1 week’s rent. This will be withheld if you withdraw from the tenancy, fail a Right-to-Rent check, provide false or misleading information, or fail to sign your tenancy agreement within 14 calendar days.
This covers damages or defaults on the part of the tenant during the tenancy.
This covers damages or defaults on the part of the tenant during the tenancy.
Interest at 3% above the Bank of England Base Rate from Rent Due Date until paid in order to pursue non-payment of rent. Please Note: This will not be levied until the rent is more than 14 days in arrears.
Tenants are liable for the cost of replacing any keys or security devices. If the loss results in locks needing to be changed, the actual costs of a locksmith, new lock and replacement keys for the tenant, landlord any other persons requiring keys will be charged to the tenant.
If you need to change the sharer in your tenancy agreement, a standard charge of £50 inclusive of VAT will apply per person.
| Chargeable Costs to Tenants | Amount |
| Holding Deposit | 1 week’s rent |
| Security Deposit for rent under £50,000 pa | Up to 5 week’s rent |
| Security Deposit for rent over £50,000 pa | Up to 6 week’s rent |
| Late or unpaid payment | 3% after 14 days |
| Change of Sharer per person | £50 |
| Keys / Security devices | From £15 |
I am dealing with the Lettings Team from last five years. I found them very hardworking, competitive. Reliable, honest and experienced team. I recommended DBK to my friends and family. Lettings team are the best.
Overall an excellent experience dealing with them. Staff always makes sure for a prompt call back to a query. We were always well informed regarding the progression of the property we were planning to rent. Thanks.
One of the best estate agencies I must say Aman is very nice and polite person. He is always one call away when you need help. I am with them for the last 3 years I don't even have a single complaint about them must recommend trying their service.
Aman was very helpful, he is a professional individual. I have spoken to many agents lately, however, I cannot compare any of them to Aman :)
Mr Sandhu helped us with renting our house, he showed high competence and great negotiating skills, he sped up the process as much as he could. He understood our needs from the beginning and did everything to help. We highly recommend DBK Estate Agency. Thank you
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