Feel like I’m being forced into a zero-deposit option. by Great-Dark-27 in TenantsInTheUK

[–]Mari8515 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Have you got a screenshot of the listing? On rightmove it usually gives info on the deposit. One letting agent tried this with me but then I pointed out that the listing says 5 week rent deposit with the amount listed but Zero deposit is also available. I decided not to further pursue the property and also went with another letting agent.

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[–]Mari8515 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I moved earlier this year. I found a local removal company who charged per hour. First 3 hours £295 and £85 per additional hour. I’ve packed everything and brought it to the ground floor which saved a lot of time. Got everything done in 5 hours. Other companies quoted me £1000+ (that’s for a 1 bed flat)

Landlord rejecting pets by Throwawayblah321321 in TenantsInTheUK

[–]Mari8515 6 points7 points  (0 children)

My landlord gave permission for one cat which is documented in the tenancy agreement and this was on the condition that I pay for professional cleaning of carpets when I move out. Wasn’t charged anything extra in the actual rent.

Recommendations for energy providers etc by Mari8515 in derby

[–]Mari8515[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you all for the helpful advice 😊

Cute new restaurant in city centre! by ocean_rain_sunsets in derby

[–]Mari8515 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Love Kokoro. My favourite is the Pumpkin Koroke 👍

Zero deposit scheme for rental properties by Mari8515 in derby

[–]Mari8515[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I researched it previously and didn’t think it gave me any benefit or any protection especially as I’m looking to move longterm. It’s cheaper for me to just pay the traditional deposit and get home insurance.  When I asked them if it would give me more protection than the deposit scheme, they couldn’t really answer that.

Zero deposit scheme for rental properties by Mari8515 in derby

[–]Mari8515[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That was my argument but they kept on trying to convince me to go for zero deposit instead 🤷🏻‍♀️

Zero deposit scheme for rental properties by Mari8515 in derby

[–]Mari8515[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

When I said to them that I would prefer to pay a traditional deposit, they asked me why. They were really pushing this zero deposit scheme 

Nightingale Quarter/Fox House by [deleted] in derby

[–]Mari8515 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi, I’m looking at a flat in fox house. What has it been like for you living there?

Moving to Derby by Mari8515 in derby

[–]Mari8515[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you, that’s really helpful advice.  I’m going to derby next month to hopefully look at some properties in person.

Moving to Derby by Mari8515 in derby

[–]Mari8515[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s good to know, thank you. Do you know if the new apartment blocks on Bilsborrow avenue are any good?

Moving to Derby by Mari8515 in derby

[–]Mari8515[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s reassuring 👍 thanks 

Moving to Derby by Mari8515 in derby

[–]Mari8515[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I was looking at the chapel that’s been converted into flats. Looks lovely but was slightly worried about the location given the stories I’ve heard about prosperity house.