A Guide To Moving In

When can I move in?

Your tenancy begins on the 1st July. You can move in from that day onwards.
** Please do be aware that some properties have a quick turnover and they will need to be cleaned and decorated. This will be done within 3 days. **

Can I move in early?

It is sometimes possible for you to move in early. Please contact me for more information.

Can I move my belongings into the property before the start of the tenancy?
This should not be a problem but again please contact me for information.

What furniture is included in the Property?

Kitchen

Washing Machine, Fridge/freezer, Cooker, Microwave, Kettle, Toaster,Iron with board, Dining table with chairs, Hoover, Mop & bucket, Dustpan & brush,Swing bin.

Lounge

Sofas, Coffee table.

Bedrooms

Single Bed, Computer desk with draws, Chair, Wardrobe, Mattress protectors.

Starting the Tenancy

Your tenancy begins from the date on the contract. We will meet you, collect all fees, rent hand over the keys. All information such as email, mobile, are collected from you at this point if not before. The inventory is left for you all to check then you all sign and return to us within 7 days. A copy will be forwarded to you with all signatures agreed. All numbers you require for emergency will be on the notice board in the property and our contact details. We use the email as a form of contact during office hours, if you need to speak to us telephone during these hours as mobile is for emergency only out of hours.

If you have any problems on arrival please do not hesitate to contact us.

The Inventory

An inventory will given to you on moving in. This is a document listing the contents and condition of your home with a brief description. Please check this carefully and make any changes you think are necessary and then send us the original. A copy will be forwarded to you with a signature.

Gas, Electricity & Water

If these are included in your rent you don't need to do anything. Meter readings will be taken at the start of your tenancy and then monthly there after. If you are using above average amounts of gas or electricity you will be charged. This doesn't mean you need to panic and live in darkness it just means be sensible. If you leave a room turn off the light, don't leave TV's etc on standby - turn them off, If you pay your bills please be aware that your final bill will be forwarded to you to pay.

Telephone/Internet/TV Licence

There is no telephone provided in any of our properties.
In all of our properties wireless broadband is included in the rent. We provide the router you just need to make sure that your computer is wireless enabled. The TV LIcence is your responsiblity so please ensure that this is done at the start of the tenancy.

Can We stay another year?

YES! When we begin to receive interest for the following year a new agreement. (generally the beginning of December) we contact all of our current tenants and give them first refusal. If you want to stay you will be asked to sign if one or more of your existing group plans to leave at the end of the tenancy you will need to find others to take their place. For groups who wish to stay the rent stays the same and there are no additional fees so it doesn't cost you any extra.

Can we put up shelves

All work in the house is carried out by ourselves. If you would like shelving please just ask and this can be arranged.

I don't want some of the furniture

Please do not remove any furniture. Any furniture not required please advise us and we will arrange removal. If furniture is removed by you and damaged you will have to pay for replacements.

The houses are our investment we strive to keep them in top condition, all of them have been refurbished to a high standard. So please take care of them and report any problems asap . We don't bite .

Smoke Detectors

These are all mains connected and checked regularly so no need for batteries.

Insurance

The property has building insurance. You need to insure your own possessions, arrange this for the start of the tenancy.

Locks on Bedroom Doors

Due to fire regulations and the accreditation no locks or bolts can be fitted.

Problems With Housemates

Please do let us know if there are any problems, hopefully we can help sort them out before they get out of hand.

Noise

Loud music and noisy neighbours are all liable to be brought to the attention of Environmental Officer. Please be aware you are in a residential area, young families, elderly people and people who have to be up at 6.00 am for work. Loud music is noise pollution. Noise late at night will lead to complaints. Late night visitors calling or leaving all cause annoyance. So please just be considerate, your tenancy agreement will say that you must not cause annoyance to neighbours or something similar. If you have any problems please do contact us before problems get out of hand.

Cleaning

Clean regularly. Keep the cooker clean and grill, wipe down after use will save a hideous job at the end. Get a cleaning rota going and stick to it. Pour fat into a tin not down the sink as a blockage will cost you. Sanitary products should be disposed of in the bin not down the toilet as a blockage will cost you.

Holidays

Please inform us when property is vacant such as Christmas for security reasons.

Bikes

No bikes to be brought into the property due to fire risk (blocking access routes) and damage caused. All properties have a secure shed please leave them in there or outside.
Refuse
Information on your refuse collection will be in the property. Please ensure the bins are placed out the night before collection and do not leave bags by the bin as these will not be taken. If your wheelie bin goes missing you can ring the council and get a replacement. Please ensure al wheelie bins are brought back onto the property.

Council Tax

This is your responsibility to sort out. Please do not leave it as you will receive a bill as we inform the council you are the tenants. Get the relevant forms from the university.

Smoking

All our houses are no smoking and this is covered in the contract. If you have visitors who smoke outside then please dispose of the ends in a pot not all over the garden.

Gardens

All gardens are maintained by us

Parking

Some properties have private parking or permits please be sure to adhere to the rules of the contract.

Late Payments of Rent

Please ensure your direct debits are paid in on the 1st of each month as late payments will be charged as explained in your contracts.