Guide To Renting A Property

Renting a property can sound like a daunting task but it doesn’t have to be! The best way to make the process as simple as possible is to be prepared!

Before you even start your search, there are a few things you should have ready on hand – this will mean you’ll be ready to go as soon as you find the right property for you.

References

You’ll need to be able to provide a reference from a previous landlord or agency that you have rented from. We’ll contact your previous landlord or agency to verify the reference. You may also need a letter from your employer confirming your employment. This can also be useful if you’ve never rented before.

Copy of ID

We’ll need to verify who you are so we’ll need a copy of a form of identification – usually a drivers licence or passport.

Personal Information

We’ll need the name, PPS number and contact details for every adult on the lease. (In the case of families, we do not require this information for children).

All of the above information is required for us to process you rental application so it’s good to have this ready to go. If you application is unsuccessful, all personal information is immediately destroyed in line with GDPR guidelines.

What Happens Next

Once we’ve processed your application for a property we will proceed to formalise the tenancy. At this stage you’ll be asked to:

  • Pay a security deposit into our clients’ account which will be held by us until the end of your tenancy. This is returned to you when you vacate the property and after we have inspected the property.
  • Sign a lease agreement covering the term of your tenancy. The lease agreement is an important document as it sets out what is expected from both the landlord and the tenant for the duration of the tenancy.
  • You’ll be given your keys on the 1st day of your tenancy. All tenants also receive a ‘Welcome Pack’ which provides useful information about the property, utilities and importantly, details of who and how to contact us if you have a problem.

It’s important to know as well that all tenancies are registered with the RTB (Residential Tenancies Board) as required by law. This is your piece of mind as a tenant that your tenancy is fully compliant with regulation.

Your Responsibilities as a Tenant

Your lease will outline all the terms of your tenancy and list both your responsibilities and those of your landlord that you agree to adhere to by signing the lease. In general the tenant will be responsible for:

  • Rent – paying your rent in full and on time
  • Bills – you must pay all utility bills you incur unless your lease states that they are included in your rent
  • Upkeep – you must keep the property in good condition, report any issues as they arise to your landlord or Managing Agent – if you leave a problem it will usually only get worse! Your landlord or agent will conduct regular inspections – this is as much to identify issues as it is to check the upkeep of the property
  • People – you must let your landlord or Managing Agent know who is living in the property at any one time – if the names on your lease change, you need to let them know!
  • Contact – make sure you know who to contact and how to contact them in the event of an emergency or how to report issues in your property.

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