Tenants

What we will require from you:

• £250.00 towards your deposit to hold the property and postpone any further viewings, this is NON REFUNDABLE
• One proof of ID, and one proof of current address e.g. drivers licence, utility bills etc.
• The deposit (whatever the monthly rent is)
• First month’s rent in advance
• The deposit is refundable at the end of the tenancy providing the property is left in its original condition.

If you are on Housing Benefit:

• You will be required to pay the deposit as well as the rent in advance when moving into the property.
• The following month you will be required to pay the shortfall, since Housing Benefit Departments only pay 70%-85% of the monthly rent for the property.
• When your tenancy is up you will be entitled your deposit back, depending on the condition of the property.
• DSS is not accepted by all landlords.

Administration Charge:

• There is a minimum admin charge of £100.00 per person
• This payment covers your lease agreement and reference checks
• This is to be payable before tenant moves into property.

Services:

• The tenant is responsible for his/her gas and electricity bills.
• Meter readings are taken when the tenant moves into the property.
• STH PROPERTIES will advise the utility companies and get the accounts set up in the tenant’s name(s).

• The tenant must ensure that his/her bills are paid for when vacating the property, otherwise
• this will be deducted from the deposit.
• Telephone line connections are also the responsibility of the tenant.

Council Tax:

• As a tenant, you are responsible to pay the Council Tax every month, unless it is inclusive of your rent.
• STH PROPERTIES will advise the relevant Council when a new tenant moves in.