Tip for viewing a property and negotiating a contract

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You’ve searched online and have shortlisted some potential properties. When you go to view the property it’s important to know what questions to ask and what to look out for. 

Once you’ve decided that a property is for you, make sure you’re armed with knowledge of your rights to ensure you get the best deal.

What we cover in this section

Viewing a property

Viewing properties can be daunting if you don't know what the questions to ask or what to look out for.

Viewing property tips

Fees and deposits

Be sure to understand your rights and what fees you should and shouldn't expect to pay

Advice on fees and deposits

References and guarantors

In order to secure a property you will need references and possibly a guarantor.

More information about references and guarantors

Legal checks

The landlord must check your eligibility through right to rent checks, and you can check the landlord meets their legal obligations.

Find out more about these legal checks

Contracts

Contracts are legally binging. Make sure you're fully clued up before you sign anything.

Read more about contracts