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Help! I haven't got a tenancy agreement...

Help! I haven't got a tenancy agreement...

In the UK, most tenancies are created when both parties to the agreement, the landlord and the tenant, sign a tenancy agreement before the start of the tenancy.

However, there are some instances where a tenancy agreement does not exist, for various reasons. We recently helped a customer who relocated to the UK and found a property to rent from a private landlord who had chosen not to use the services of a letting agent in order to save a few quid. We wold usually only recommend taking a property through a letting agent but due to a dire lack of availability in the area, the customer had little choice.

Dubai Tenants Guide: Can you be forced to pay extra for AC?

The rights of a tenant in Dubai are well protected through the various rules and regulations announced.

However, when the ownership of the rented property changes (the apartment is sold), a tenant is unaware of his/her right.

In one case, AJ (name withheld on request), who had rented an apartment in Dubai Marina, was issued a notice by the property agent, on behalf of the new owner, seeking changes in the rent contract terms.

What you need to know when renting in the UK

What you need to know when renting in the UK

For those of you considering relocating to the UK, this provides information about the UK rental market, types of housing available, and utility and media information.

Please note that there is a lot of legislation involved in the UK lettings market, most of which is very out of date and inadequate, so be sure to speak to a property expert before you sign a tenancy agreement or hand over any money. Our Front Office Consultants and Personal Coordinators have a two-step validation process to make sure all tenancy agreements are legal and suitable for the tenant

How to deal with a (difficult) letting agent

How to deal with a (difficult) letting agent

There are many times when we are in need of a good letting agent, but not all letting agents provide the same level of service, so it will be up to you to decide whether it is worth your time dealing with the difficult ones. You may not have a choice depending on the size of the market you’re going for, but for the most part you should keep a few things in mind no matter what agent you’re working with:

How can a landlord end my tenancy?

How can a landlord end my tenancy?

Have you ever wondered how a landlord can end your tenancy? Well, if your landlord wishes to end the tenancy, they must follow strict procedures, depending on the type of tenancy agreement you have and the terms of it. If they don’t, they may be guilty of illegally evicting or harassing you.