Landlord Health Check

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Are you a landlord who's wondering whether you're adhering to all the correct rules and regulations? Take our quiz below to find out!

Have you checked whether you need to be licensed with your local authority? *YesNoDon't KnowIf you’re looking to let a property, it’s important to know whether you need to be licensed with your local authority. So, if you haven’t checked already, get in touch with us and we’ll check for you!

Have you arranged an EPC inspection? *YesNoDon't KnowThe energy performance certificate will demonstrate the energy efficiency of your property. It’s a legal requirement to have a new EPC certificate done every ten years. If you’re planning to rent out a property - you cannot rent out a property without an EPC rating of E or above.

Have you ensured the rental property is safe in terms of gas safety? *YesNoDon't KnowThere are various regulations that you need to follow to make sure your property is in a safe condition to rent out. Gas safety: • Ensure you have a Landlord Gas Safety Record (CP12 certificate). • You must use a Gas Safe registered engineer for any gas-related work.

Have you ensured the rental property is safe in terms of electrical safety? *YesNoDon't KnowThere are various regulations that you need to follow to make sure your property is in a safe condition to rent out. Electrical safety: • Electrical installations need to be inspected every 5 years to make sure they are safe. • Landlords must obtain a report (usually an Electrical Installation Condition Report or EICR).

Have you ensured the rental property is safe in terms of fire safety? *YesNoDon't KnowThere are various regulations that you need to follow to make sure your property is in a safe condition to rent out. Fire safety: • You must install smoke alarms on each storey and a carbon monoxide alarm in any room with a solid fuel burning appliance and check these are working before the tenants move in. • Escape routes musn’t be blocked. • Furniture and furnishings need to be fire safe. • If the property is a house of multiple occupants (HMO), fire alarms and extinguishers need to be provided

Are you up to date with how to check your tenant’s right to rent and have you carried out these checks? *YesNoDon't KnowIt’s important to be familiar with how to check whether your tenant can legally rent your property. You must check all tenants above the age of 18.

Have you set up a process for your tenants' deposits? *YesNoDon't KnowIt’s not only vital to set up protection schemes and outline the rules surrounding the deposit, but you also need to give your tenants all of the information they need about their deposit.

Have you conducted inventory checks? *YesNoDon't KnowIt’s not only vital to set up protection schemes and outline the rules surrounding the deposit, but you also need to give your tenants all of the information they need about their deposit.

Have you collected references for your tenants? *YesNoDon't KnowContacting referees such as previous landlords or employers will be able to put your mind at ease but also could be needed for certain insurance policies.

Have you put together a tenancy agreement? *YesNoDon't KnowFrom the names of the tenants, to the setting up of bills, a tenancy agreement is a contract between you and your tenant and is important to have to outline the conditions of the tenancy.

Have you arranged your landlord's insurance? *YesNoDon't KnowIt’s very important to have insurance that will cover you for things such as rent guarantee, contents insurance, loss of rental income, and more. Don’t miss this step!

Do you understand how to pay tax on rental income? *YesNoDon't KnowYou need to pay tax on any profit that you make from renting out of a property. The level of tax will depend on a few variables and this is important information to know as you may also be able to claim tax relief on certain items too.

Have you ensured that you have provided the correct paperwork to the tenant on the day that they sign the tenancy agreement? *YesNoDon't KnowThis includes providing the EICR, landlord gas safety certificate, EPC, prescribed information regarding the deposit and an up to date copy of the Government "How to rent" guide? If you don’t provide this information then you may have problems getting possession of your property in the future.

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Renters’ Rights Act: A Practical Guide for Tenants and Landlords

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