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FAQs - Tenancy Agreements : A. Can there be a change in tenancy during my initial term?
Please contact our lettings department about this. The landlord is not obliged to agree to any changes in a tenancy agreement, but may do so in exceptional circumstances. If a tenant wishes to leave, it is their responsibility to find a replacement tenant. In this event, we will provide a tenancy ap...
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FAQs - Tenancy Agreements : B. How do I renew my tenancy after the fixed term?
Your tenancy will be for a fixed, 6-month or year's term. Before this ends, we'll tell you if the landlord wishes to take possession of the property or continue your tenancy. If they want you to vacate, you'll receive a Section 20 notice giving a minimum of two month's notice....
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FAQs - Tenancy Agreements : C. Can I terminate my tenancy during the initial fixed term?
No. The Tenancy is legally binding and you have contracted to lease the property for a fixed period. Only in exceptional circumstances will your landlord release you from your obligations....
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FAQs - Tenancy Agreements : D. How do I terminate my tenancy?
You must provide written notice of one calendar month, signed by all the tenants. The notice period is taken from the day your notice is received by us. Faxing your notice is acceptable but emailing is not....
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FAQs - Tenancy Agreements : E. What is the checkout procedure?
We will confirm acceptance of your termination in writing (provided it has been served correctly in writing or by fax - please refer to the previous question for more information) and advise you on leaving your flat in good order, together with contact details for the inventory clerk, who you must c...
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FAQs - Tenancy Agreements : F. NEW TENANCY - Who is my landlord?
HML Hathaways is not your landlord - his or her name will be found on your tenancy agreement. We act on their behalf, working as managing agents for the property and dealing with enquiries, repairs and other day-to-day issues....
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FAQs - Tenancy Agreements : G. What documents will I get at the start of my tenancy?
At the start of your tenancy, you will be given a tenancy agreement and Section 48 notice, together with an up-to-date inventory, inventory comments page and a gas safety certificate....
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FAQs - Tenancy Agreements : H. What about .....Utilities?
When you move in, we will have notify the relevant utility providers on your behalf. Please don't change your utility supplier or change to a key meter without contacting us first....
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FAQs - Tenancy Agreements : I. .....Insurance?
The landlord insures the building and contents of the property, but not your personal belongings. It's therefore imperative that you arrange your own insurance to cover loss or damage due to accidents or burglary....
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FAQs - Tenancy Agreements : J. .....Keys, locks and alarms?
You must not add to or change any locks without the landlord's written consent. If there is an alarm at your property, you must advise us first if you wish to change the code....
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FAQs - Tenancy Agreements : K. .....Storage?
If your property is fully furnished and you don't wish to use all the items supplied, it's your responsibility to store them during your tenancy, ensuring they remain in good condition and are put back when you leave....
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FAQs - Tenancy Agreements : L. .....Storing bicycles?
Bicycles must not be stored in hallways as this contravenes fire regulations. This is a legal imperative, which we MUST enforce to maintain safety....
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FAQs - Tenancy Agreements : M. .....Satellite/cable?
Satellite and cable must not be installed without the landlord's consent - any requests must be made in writing to us....
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FAQs - Tenancy Agreements : N. .....My deposit?
We will hold your deposit in an interest bearing account for the duration of your tenancy. It will be returned to you, less any necessary deductions (including your inventory check-out fee) approximately three weeks after your tenancy ends....
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FAQs - Tenancy Agreements : O. .....Telephones?
If you wish to have a telephone connected, contact BT and advise us of your number at the earliest opportunity....
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