How to find a trusted landlord?

By achieving this badge you will gain some of the necessary ability and skill to carefully choose the right landlord for you. The research skills you will gain will help you find a secure and safe home you can be happy in. Not only that but these skills are transferable to other situations and big transitions you will have in your life. Asking the tenancy questions that can come up in this badge to your landlord or letting agent will help you build your confidence for your future self. This badge is a reminder to you that you are capable, there are no wrong questions and you don't have to settle for less!

You have to finish all tasks to get the badge

Tasks

Task no.1

Evidence verified by: one activity organiser

Write down what would make you trust a landlord. What things would a good landlord do? (For example, meeting you before you sign a tenancy agreement).

Task no.2

Evidence verified by: one activity organiser

Go on the internet and search a housing website such as Rightmove or Zoopla. Choose one house or flat rental advert and make notes about the home. These can be things like: Where is it located? Who is advertising it? What type of let is it? Does it have a displayed EPC certificate?  

Task no.3

Evidence verified by: one activity organiser

Use the notes you have made to search the internet and see if there are any reviews about the letting agent or landlord advertising the home. Do they have more good ratings then bad? Or is there anything at all?

Task no.4

Evidence verified by: one activity organiser

Make a mind map or list of questions you would ask if you were to apply for this home. Think of things like: Does this landlord have a license (this is check-able through the landlord association online)? Does this home have up to date gas safety documents? Would you have deposit protection?

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