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All the properties managed by Morris Housing are available for lease and can be furnished, partially furnished, or unfurnished based on the preference of the client. The company ensures that all properties are maintained to the highest standards while offering a range of options to meet the diverse needs of its clients.
Tenant guide
Finding a property
The first step is to contact us to provide brief details about yourself and about the accommodation you require. We then search our database for suitable properties for you to view. If not urgent, we log your details so that we can contact you as suitable properties become available. It is wise to start looking about a month before you wish to move, as the nicer properties are viewed and reserved quickly. We regret that we cannot assist dss claimants. Our tenancies are granted for a minimum term of 6 months.
Viewings
Viewings will be arranged at times to suit you, including evenings and weekends, and you will invariably be accompanied by a member of staff, who can give advice and answer any questions you may have.
Reserving the property
Once you have decided on a property, you will need to reserve it by paying an application fee of £180.00 for up to 2 adults. However the application fee will be forfeit if you decide not to proceed for any reason, or if you fail to complete your application within 5 days or provide complete and accurate information in your application.
References
As a minimum we will require satisfactory references from your employer (or college), and a previous or current landlord. We may also require a personal reference, and sometimes a guarantor. In addition a credit check will be undertaken. We may use the services of an independent referencing company to obtain and evaluate these references.
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Rents
Rents are quoted calendar monthly, and payable monthly in advance. The tenant is usually also responsible for Council Tax, Water Rates, Gas, Electricity and Telephone costs. All rents are payable by bank standing order to our company bank account.
Deposit
A security deposit of a minimum of one month's rental will be required. This deposit will be treated in accordance with the Tenancy Deposit Protection regulations, and you will be informed of which protection scheme is utilised. The deposit is held to cover damage, breakages, and any other liabilities under the terms of your tenancy agreement. Please note that under no circumstances can the deposit be used by the tenant to cover rent.
Tenants Contents Insurance
Whether you're someone who commutes every day, a remote worker who spends most of their time on the go, or simply someone who values their precious belongings and gadgets, it's essential to have the peace of mind that your possessions are protected both while you're at home and when you're away from it.
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For example, if you are working from home, ensuring business critical contents in your house means that if you rely on your business items and stock to operate, you can be covered – including your personal possessions too.
Do I need Contents Insurance if my Landlord already has Insurance?
In many cases, landlords have contents insurance that covers fixtures and items that were provided as part of the tenancy. This means that their belongings are insured, but the same does not apply to the possessions and belongings of tenants. Therefore, it is a smart move to take out your own policy if you are renting.