The tenancy ends and the tenant vacates the property – but instead of taking everything with them, they leave some of their belongings behind.
In this situation, it may be tempting to assume that they have abandoned their possessions and that you can do what you want with them. But it’s more complex than that.
You might have heard the term ‘permitted occupier’ used in relation to tenancy agreements. But what does it mean, and how is a permitted occupier different from a tenant? The permitted occupier designation can be useful to both landlords and tenants in certain circumstances, but there are some pitfalls that you should be aware of.
Smoke alarms are among the most fundamental pieces of safety equipment in any home, but particularly in a rental property. It’s a legal requirement that they’re installed and kept in working order.
In a few weeks, Christmas will be here. If you’re planning a trip away to see family and friends, getting your rented property ready for your departure is a great way to give you extra peace of mind. Even if your time away from the property is short, winter comes with a host of potentially problematic situations, so it’s advisable to prepare before you set off.
The Conservative manifesto includes some interesting pledges that will affect landlords and tenants. One of the most important is the introduction of transferable deposits. The plan has been welcomed by many, but there are also concerns about just how effective these will be.
Only the most foolish of landlords would deliberately rent out a property to someone they know is going to commit a crime in it, but all the same, properties in the private rented sector are regularly used as bases of operations for various different kinds of illegal activity.
