Tenant Information

Please take a look at our available properties on our Lettings page. This page is updated daily and has all our current letting opportunities. If you wish to view information on our other properties or simply want to see where they all are take a look at our Interactive Map.

 

Ideally you should start looking 3-4 weeks before your required move date as it is around this time that we are normally aware of what properties will be available, as they are often snatched up quickly. We regret that we are unable to reserve any properties for you until we have received your completed application form and administration fee.

 

Viewing

Having identified prospective properties, Swattons will arrange for you to view the property. Viewing will always be accompanied by a Swattons representative, who will be able to provide immediate advice and answer any questions you may have.

 

Offer / Application

Having selected a property, you will need to complete a written application and telephone us to arrange an appointment at our office in Andover. All applicants must attend the appointment. At this time any details or requirements can be agreed, including occupancy date, duration of the letting, etc.

 

To reserve a property, an administration fee of £180.00 is payable when submitting your application. This fee may be paid in cash, or by cheque providing that there is sufficient time to clear a personal cheque before the proposed occupation date of the property. If you subsequently withdraw your application, or if your application is declined, £90.00 will be refunded to you by cheque and £90.00 retained for referencing charges. However, if you cancel your application within 7 days of the proposed commencement date of the Tenancy agreement, no refund will be made.

 

The administration fee payable is for the property, regardless of whether there are 1, 2 or 3 applicants.

 

References

Swattons will take references. Normally, this will include your employer, any former landlord and a character reference. In addition a credit check will be undertaken.

Where a tenant is unable to meet the required income or credit checks, the tenant may have a Guarantor agree to underwrite any rent liabilities. This will be looked at on an individual basis.

 

Rent

Rents are normally quoted on a weekly or calendar month basis. In addition, the tenant is responsible for Council Tax, Water Rates, Gas, Electricity and Telephone costs.

 

Deposit

A deposit is required prior to occupation. This is held by Swattons as stake holder in a secure client account until the end of the tenancy. The deposit is held to cover any breakages, damage, or other tenant liabilities. At the end of the tenancy a member of Swattons staff, will check the property in the presence of the tenant and assess any damages and deductions due.