1. The Basic Package
The Basic Package represents the minimum amount of rent to be paid, on a monthly basis. The tenant has full responsibility of registering and paying for all services used at the property during their tenure. As per standard contracts, evidence of bills being paid and settled will be required prior to the return of a deposit. Tenants are advised that they are fully liable to any contracts entered with third party suppliers for the duration of that contract (i.e. a broadband service).
The total cost of the basic package is £1050 per month.
2. The Essentials Package (NOT AVAILABLE)
This package takes care of the following mandatory items that a tenant will have to pay for within a given property - these includes utilities and council tax, all of which must be paid as a mandatory cost for any tenant. The package contains:
- The Basic package
- Gas and Electricity bills
- Water bills
- TV Licence
- Council Tax
All of these costs are rolled up into one single monthly rental payment required, which reduces the inconvenience and hassle of arranging and paying multiple bills. The landlord will hold the contracts with the relevant suppliers in these circumstances.
The total cost of the 'Essentials' package is currently set at £TBC per month.
3. The Features Packages (NOT AVAILABLE)
The advanced packages include additional requirements that a tenant might have, on top of that specified in the essential package above. These additional options can be chosen on a 'menu' basis, where the tenant can indicate what additional services are desired within the package, choosing as many or as few additional services as required. The additional options, plus their current corresponding prices, are shown below:
Cost Type | Monthly Cost | Notes |
Basic BT Line Rental | £TBC | A separate account will need to be set-up in the tenant's name, as the tenant will be fully responsible for paying all telephone call charges, and this will not be covered in the rent |
Non-contract Internet | £TBC | This cannot be added unless the line rental is added first - a connection modem can be provided and configuration can be done by me for you at an additional cost . The contract-free cost is £? per month. |
Sky Digital TV Basic | £TBC | For basic Sky Mix package. Add on £? if Sky Movies / Sports required. This price could vary, depending on the package requested - the price quoted is the minimum additional amount to be paid. I will utilise any internet deals with this where applicable, but the tenant(s) are reminded that they have an obligation for the contract duration to pay the costs of the entire contract. Line rental is required on top of this cost |
These additional options can be arranged prior to the tenant arriving at the accommodation, provided that the deposit is received. I will need at least 2 weeks notice to adjust for any of the above requirements.
Once a suitable tenant is selected and has agreed to move in, the tenant will need to commit to paying the Basic rent of £TBC per month plus the corresponding amounts for any of the advanced options above. That cost will then be added onto the monthly rent, to make up a higher amount.
Methods and Frequency of Payment
The Deposit: 6 WEEK'S rent must be paid 2 weeks prior to the tenant moving in as refundable deposit (based on the rent package chosen), and the first month's rent must also be paid and cleared by the day before the tenant moves in to the property. Assuming that both sums of money are paid in advance, any additional facilities (TV, set-top box, modem, etc) can be arranged and installed upon payment of the deposit, in advance of the tenant arriving. All rent to be paid by the tenant must be done by arranged monthly standing order straight to my account, on a convenient date (nominally on monthly intervals from the date of moving in).
So, there you have it - the costs all laid out. It is designed to take the hassle away from the tenant and make life easier for everyone. Please continue to browse through the other sections, otherwise if you have decided to apply, please go to the 'How to Apply' link below: