Prepare before you offer

London rental readiness check.

A practical checklist for students and international renters. It is guidance only: the final requirements depend on the property, landlord and referencing provider.

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Accepted identity document and Right to Rent planRecent proof of your current addressUniversity enrolment confirmation showing your address where possibleIncome evidence or funding evidenceGuarantor details, if requestedPrevious landlord or agent reference, if you rented during the last 12 monthsFunds ready for the holding deposit and first paymentConfirmed move date, occupants and preferred areas

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Illustrative caps for an applicable private tenancy in England: five weeks’ deposit below £50,000 annual rent, six weeks at £50,000 or above, and up to one week’s holding deposit. Holding deposits may be credited towards rent or the tenancy deposit; do not add them twice. Rent is not payable before all parties sign. Confirm the actual figures, bills and payment schedule with Chase Evans.

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