Tenant References and Guarantors
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When Does Guarantee End? / Giving Notice
Having a guarantor for a tenancy which is often a family member, is one of the best things to do when letting property as a landlord. However, when a tenancy, including an assured shorthold tenancy, goes into periodic, it is possible in cases for a guarantor to give notice. This article explains the position that the guarantor should give adequate notice, and we attempt to define "adequate".
Extent of Guarantors Obligation
The case Associated Dairies v Pierce [1983] 1 E.G.L.R. 45 per May L.J helpfully explained the extent of a guarantor's obligations:
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Deeds Guarantors Witness Signatures Notice to Quit Possession and Double Rent
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How to Obtain a Charging Order
This page offers guidance on obtaining a charging order, including completing form N379.
Taking a Guarantor
Tenants can default in paying rent, and landlords may protect themselves by taking a guarantor.
Death of a guarantor
In Basch v Stekel [2001] L. & T.R. 1, B and S entered into a commercial lease whereby premises were let to S's company with S acting as guarantor of the company's obligations under the lease
Release of Guarantor During the Term
This guidance looks at cases where a guarantor (surety) was released from their obligations during the lease term.
When Does Guarantee End? / Giving Notice
Having a guarantor for a tenancy which is often a family member, is one of the best things to do when letting property as a landlord. However, when a tenancy, including an assured shorthold tenancy, goes into periodic, it is possible in cases for a guarantor to give notice. This article explains the position that the guarantor should give adequate notice, and we attempt to define "adequate".
Extent of Guarantors Obligation
The case Associated Dairies v Pierce [1983] 1 E.G.L.R. 45 per May L.J helpfully explained the extent of a guarantor's obligations:
Must a Guarantor Agreement Be Made as a Deed?
There must be an offer, acceptance and consideration for a valid contract. Consideration is something of economic value
Tenant Referencing Advert Claims Were Misleading
A tenant referencing firm must change the wording of marketing materials after an advertising watchdog has ruled them misleading.
How to Pick the Right Tenants
Picking the right tenants to rent a home is much easier for landlords with a screening process.
The Immigration (Hotel Records) Order 1972
The Immigration (Hotel Records) Order 1972 (IHRO) is a little-known piece of legislation which applies to landlords renting property.
The Complete Guide To Tenant Referencing For Landlords
Adequate referencing won’t stop problems from arising but hopefully minimises the risk of moving in a tenant who has had issues paying the rent of looking after a rented home.
Rental Homes Turned Into Pop-Up Brothels
Police are warning sex traffickers and drugs gangs are setting up in buy to let homes be rented from unwary landlords.
How Fraudsters Build a Fake ID to Fool Landlords
Fraudulent applications from renters wanting to let a private home have doubled, according to data from a tenant referencing firm.
Finding Good Tenants Is Problem for Landlords
Sourcing good tenants who look after their homes is the biggest challenge for buy to let landlords.
New Credit Rating Service Tracks Buy To Let Rent Payments
Landlords are urged to sign up for a scheme that helps tenants build a credit rating every time they pay rent on time.
Letting Agent Ordered To Pay £4,000 For Tenant Check Failures
A letting agent who failed to spot tenants lied about their finances despite carrying out a credit check was ordered to pay more than £4,000 in damages
Judge Warns Landlords To Beware Of Sub-Letting Scams
A judge has warned that sub-letting scams by crooks impersonating their landlords to trick unwary tenants out of deposits, and rents are on the increase.
Deeds Guarantors Witness Signatures Notice to Quit Possession and Double Rent
Thompson v Thorpe and Taylor-Thorpe Leeds County Court 13 December 2012 2QT33017 a case about granting an assured shorthold tenancy, witnessing a deed of guarantee, double rent, mesne profits, possession, and tenants notice to quit given by one to a landlord.
How to Obtain a Charging Order
This page offers guidance on obtaining a charging order, including completing form N379.
Taking a Guarantor
Tenants can default in paying rent, and landlords may protect themselves by taking a guarantor.
Death of a guarantor
In Basch v Stekel [2001] L. & T.R. 1, B and S entered into a commercial lease whereby premises were let to S's company with S acting as guarantor of the company's obligations under the lease
Release of Guarantor During the Term
This guidance looks at cases where a guarantor (surety) was released from their obligations during the lease term.
When Does Guarantee End? / Giving Notice
Having a guarantor for a tenancy which is often a family member, is one of the best things to do when letting property as a landlord. However, when a tenancy, including an assured shorthold tenancy, goes into periodic, it is possible in cases for a guarantor to give notice. This article explains the position that the guarantor should give adequate notice, and we attempt to define "adequate".
Extent of Guarantors Obligation
The case Associated Dairies v Pierce [1983] 1 E.G.L.R. 45 per May L.J helpfully explained the extent of a guarantor's obligations:
Must a Guarantor Agreement Be Made as a Deed?
There must be an offer, acceptance and consideration for a valid contract. Consideration is something of economic value
Related Forms
Application Form Declaration / Disclaimer
If you wish to use our tenant referencing service, we require the prospective tenant or prospective guarantor to have signed a declaration allowing us to conduct the appropriate tenant referencing checks.
Application for Accommodation
We now have an online application tool for prospective tenants to complete online applications.
Granting of Tenancies Template
This granting of tenancies sheet is what we provide to answer 90% of all questions asked. It is particularly useful if you have a lot of people viewing at once
Guarantee Agreement
A landlord is always advised to obtain a guarantor (also known as surety) for every let they do. Ideally, the guarantor will be a homeowner.
Application to be a Guarantor
A separate application for a guarantor.
Request for Reference from Previous Landlord
if you wish to take a previous landlord reference, this word template is suitable. It can be modified how you like.
Personal Character Reference Request
This document is suitable for requesting a personal or character reference from someone regarding a prospective tenant.
Employer Reference Request
A word template seeking an employer's reference regarding the prospective tenant's application for your property.
Trade Reference Request Template
This document is a word template seeking a trade reference.
Solicitor or Accountant Reference Template
This template is for requesting a reference from a prospective tenant's solicitor or account (or any other body).
Successful Application Letter
This word template lets prospective tenants know that their application has been approved.
Application Accepted Subject to Conditions
This template allows a landlord to accept an application subject to specified conditions.
Unsuccessful Application Rejection Letter
This letter politely informs the prospective tenant that their application for the property has been unsuccessful.
Landlord Reference Letter to New Prospective Landlord
This template letter is a suitable reference to provide to any future landlord. It is in Rich Text Format (RTF) so can be used on any word processor including Microsoft Word
Application Form Declaration / Disclaimer
If you wish to use our tenant referencing service, we require the prospective tenant or prospective guarantor to have signed a declaration allowing us to conduct the appropriate tenant referencing checks.
Application for Accommodation
We now have an online application tool for prospective tenants to complete online applications.
Granting of Tenancies Template
This granting of tenancies sheet is what we provide to answer 90% of all questions asked. It is particularly useful if you have a lot of people viewing at once
Guarantee Agreement
A landlord is always advised to obtain a guarantor (also known as surety) for every let they do. Ideally, the guarantor will be a homeowner.
Application to be a Guarantor
A separate application for a guarantor.
Request for Reference from Previous Landlord
if you wish to take a previous landlord reference, this word template is suitable. It can be modified how you like.
Personal Character Reference Request
This document is suitable for requesting a personal or character reference from someone regarding a prospective tenant.
Employer Reference Request
A word template seeking an employer's reference regarding the prospective tenant's application for your property.
Trade Reference Request Template
This document is a word template seeking a trade reference.
Solicitor or Accountant Reference Template
This template is for requesting a reference from a prospective tenant's solicitor or account (or any other body).
Successful Application Letter
This word template lets prospective tenants know that their application has been approved.
Application Accepted Subject to Conditions
This template allows a landlord to accept an application subject to specified conditions.
Unsuccessful Application Rejection Letter
This letter politely informs the prospective tenant that their application for the property has been unsuccessful.
Landlord Reference Letter to New Prospective Landlord
This template letter is a suitable reference to provide to any future landlord. It is in Rich Text Format (RTF) so can be used on any word processor including Microsoft Word
Application Form Declaration / Disclaimer
If you wish to use our tenant referencing service, we require the prospective tenant or prospective guarantor to have signed a declaration allowing us to conduct the appropriate tenant referencing checks.
Application for Accommodation
We now have an online application tool for prospective tenants to complete online applications.
Granting of Tenancies Template
This granting of tenancies sheet is what we provide to answer 90% of all questions asked. It is particularly useful if you have a lot of people viewing at once
Related Services
Online Application Form for Prospective Tenants
Guild subscribers can use our online application form for prospective tenants.
Tenant Referencing
We offer a tenant or guarantor assessment service similar to obtaining a credit check, and checks include a prospective tenant or guarantor assessment score, CCJ’s and bankruptcy.
Forms and Templates
Guild subscribers can download from our selection of around 150 forms an unlimited number of times. The popular forms are regularly updated as and when necessary.