INVENTORIES
An Inventory is a legally binding document between the Landlord and the Tenant which provides an accurate record of the property and its contents. It is a detailed list of the property and its contents.
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Recent legislation, the Tenancy Deposit Scheme (TDS), has set out guidelines for both landlords and tenants concerning the return of a tenants deposit at the end of a tenancy. An independent Inventory will assist in any potential disputes.
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CHECK-IN
Once you or your agent has agreed a tenant, the check-in will be completed with the tenant present, in order to attain their agreement with the statements made in the inventory report.
We will arrange to meet the tenant at the property for the check in to be completed immediately prior to the commencement of the tenancy.
Our inventory clerk will take the tenant round the property and all updates and changes are hand-written clearly and concisely on the inventory report for future reference.
The inventory clerk and tenant will then both sign and date a one page 'schedule of general condition' which also includes all meter readings taken. The keys will then be handed over to the tenant and signed for by both parties.
CHECK OUT
This report is based on the condition of the property at the time of check out and is checked against the original Inventory. Should excessive damage/wear and tear be noted, charges can be deducted from the tenancy deposit.
All personal effects should be removed and property cleaned prior to check out.
Tenants should hand over keys held and vacate the property once check out has been completed, otherwise a return visit may be required for which additional charges will be made.
