Renting Property - 4 Things You Need to Do First_619

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If your landlord fails to provide you with an inventory then you should make one yourself,You are not allowed to view links. Register or Login, give a copy to the landlord together with any photographs of defects.
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If you are unable to attend the property for the inventory you should check the list against the items in the property with someone else. If something is missing or damaged you should notify the landlord immediately in writing. Take photographs of any damage you notice before moving in and date them.
If the Landlord is to draw up the list you should try to be present so that you can agree with what is written on the list. A thorough inspection should be carried out even if it involves looking under beds,You are not allowed to view links. Register or Login, kneeling down to examine carpet, lifting up bed sheets to look at the bed etc.
It will serve you well to make a full inventory of what is in the property. It should include a full list of everything within the property including furniture, kitchen equipment and other items.
4. Make sure you have a complete inventory
If you dislike the décor the landlord may agree to it being changed although it is likely that this will be at your own expense.
In general you should ask yourself whether the property looks as though it is in good condition and if it is really worth the rent being asked for.
* Whether there are smoke detectors in working order
* Whether the lights are working
* Whether the taps produce water.   
* If there is double glazing and roof insulation.  
* Whether the radiators work.    
* If there is central heating.
* If there are any signs of dampness.
When checking the interior you should be looking to see:
* If there is a shared garden,You are not allowed to view links. Register or Login, who is responsible for its upkeep?
* Visible cracks, leaning walls, damaged windows, guttering and the drains
Check the visible appearance of the building's exterior. If the exterior is in disrepair then it is likely that the interior will also be in poor condition and there could be problems in the future. You should look for things like the following:
3. Always examine the exterior and interior structure
You should always view properties during daylight hours to see any flaws or defects. However,You are not allowed to view links. Register or Login, it would also be useful to view the property later in the evening to ascertain whether the road is busy at certain times or to see if there is a lack of street parking in the evening. It will also allow you to check out the noise levels and to see how much light enters the rooms.

2. Always view the property at different times of the day
Before handing over your deposit, it is always important to consider whether or not the property is right for you.
1. View the property on more than one occasion
Renting can offer flexibility and the opportunity to try out an area without the hassle of buying a property that needs to be sold in the near future. However if you're thinking of renting, make sure you take the following steps before entering into a lease. 


Renting Property - 4 Things You Need to Do First