When you have come to the end of a tenancy there are a lot of things you must think about. Where will you move, will you stay in the same flat, are you buying a home? Chances are you have already made some decisions about your new tenancy arrangements. If you have elected to end the tenancy and are going to move, you want to ensure the return of your tenancy deposit.
The landlord must put your deposit in a tenancy scheme. They must also repay the tenancy deposit to you, unless there has been a breach of contract. With the many things you have to do before you move, you do not want to be concerned about getting your deposit back, especially if you have to use the deposit in your new living arrangements.
Luckily, there are certain things you can do in order to speed up the return of your deposit. The most important will be what you do during your tenancy. In other words, did you pay all the rent owed, did you keep your pets from damaging the property, and did you keep the house in good shape like it was when you first rented it? If you have been a model tenant there should be no reason for the deposit to be withheld.
You can further ensure your deposit’s return by cleaning the house. You may not have the time to do a thorough cleaning of windows and all, but hiring an end of tenancy cleaning company is an option. At the very least you should have the carpets professionally cleaned. Carpets tend to get dirty and wear down. However, you can keep them looking great by renting a carpet cleaning machine during your tenancy and then having a professional come in after all the furniture has been removed. Even if your tenancy contract doesn’t require this, it will put you in a favourable position with your landlord.
They will be more inclined to see your deposit is returned. They will also move a little quicker to get the money back to you in most instances.
The landlord must put your deposit in a tenancy scheme. They must also repay the tenancy deposit to you, unless there has been a breach of contract. With the many things you have to do before you move, you do not want to be concerned about getting your deposit back, especially if you have to use the deposit in your new living arrangements.
Luckily, there are certain things you can do in order to speed up the return of your deposit. The most important will be what you do during your tenancy. In other words, did you pay all the rent owed, did you keep your pets from damaging the property, and did you keep the house in good shape like it was when you first rented it? If you have been a model tenant there should be no reason for the deposit to be withheld.
You can further ensure your deposit’s return by cleaning the house. You may not have the time to do a thorough cleaning of windows and all, but hiring an end of tenancy cleaning company is an option. At the very least you should have the carpets professionally cleaned. Carpets tend to get dirty and wear down. However, you can keep them looking great by renting a carpet cleaning machine during your tenancy and then having a professional come in after all the furniture has been removed. Even if your tenancy contract doesn’t require this, it will put you in a favourable position with your landlord.
They will be more inclined to see your deposit is returned. They will also move a little quicker to get the money back to you in most instances.
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