Your guide to renting property

Renting Your Next Home

Renting your next home should be exciting — and we’re here to help make the journey smooth, transparent, and stress-free.

When registering with us, please share as much detail as possible about the type of property you're looking for, preferred locations, how long you'd like to stay, and anything else we should know.

The more we understand your needs, the better we can match you with the right home and avoid sending properties that aren’t suitable.

Found the one?

Once you’ve viewed a property and feel it's the right fit, let us know straight away.

Tell us how you feel and what you love about it — and share details such as:

• How long you'd like to rent for
• Your employment situation
• Who will be living at the property

We’ll present your offer to the landlord along with your information. The more you share, the easier it is for us to show you're the right tenant and secure the home for you.

Holding deposit

If your offer is accepted, a holding deposit equal to one week's rent is required. Once received, marketing and viewings pause while we progress your application.

• Refundable if the landlord withdraws
• Non-refundable if you choose not to proceed or provide misleading information

Tenant fees

We do not charge tenants general fees to rent a property through us. However, certain permitted charges apply, including:

• Changes to tenancy occupants requiring new referencing & documentation
• Costs associated with early termination (if agreed by all parties)
• Replacement of lost keys or security devices

All fees are set out clearly in our Fees Schedule.

Referencing

We carry out professional referencing to ensure the tenancy is suitable for everyone. We will verify:

• Identity
• Employment and income
• Credit history
• Current address
• Right to Rent in the UK

Please let us know upfront if you have any credit issues (e.g. CCJs or bankruptcy) so we can discuss with the landlord before referencing begins.

You will need to provide:

• Photographic ID & Right to Rent documentation
• Proof of income and current address

Guarantors

If required, your guarantor must:

• Be a homeowner or full-time employed
• Have a clean credit history
• Earn at least 3x the monthly rent (take-home)

They will sign a legally binding agreement confirming they will cover rent and any relevant costs if you are unable to.

Tenancy agreement

Your tenancy agreement sets out:

• Your rights and responsibilities
• The landlord’s obligations
• Terms of the tenancy and property rules

You will receive a draft document ahead of time so you can review it, and we are happy to answer any questions.

Agreements are signed securely via DocuSign.

Security deposit

Prior to move-in, you will pay:

• First month’s rent
• Security deposit (equivalent to one month’s rent)

Your deposit is protected in a government-approved scheme within 30 days of your tenancy starting.

Let.Buy.Laura uses the Tenancy Deposit Scheme (TDS).

Inventory & check-in

A detailed inventory is completed before your tenancy begins, including descriptions and photographs of the property’s condition. You will receive a copy to review and sign — please check it carefully.

At the end of your tenancy, this same inventory is used to assess the condition of the property and determine any deductions (if applicable).

Ending your tenancy

To end your tenancy, written notice must be served. Notice periods typically require at least two months, unless your agreement specifies otherwise.

Once notice is served:

• Move-out date is agreed
• Viewings may take place if re-letting — please keep the property presentable
• A check-out inspection will be carried out on the final day
• Keys are returned and access ends

Your deposit will be processed within 10 days, subject to any agreed deductions.

If you’re ready to start your property journey with a friendly, personal and professional letting experience — we’re here to help.

Register today and let’s find your next home.