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    Lettings Jargon What Does It All Mean?

    Coast to Country LettingsBy Coast to Country LettingsJanuary 13, 2016Updated:September 3, 2021No Comments3 Mins Read
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    Are you a landlord or tenant confused by some of the lettings jargon? This piece explains some of the most commonly used terms that you will come across.

    Break Clause

    This clause is often inserted in a fixed-term tenancy, especially if the initial fixed term is for a year or more. With the clause, tenant or landlord can terminate the tenancy early by giving two months’ written notice.

    Cesspits

    In properties that are not connected to public sewers, sewerage is captured in a cesspit. The pits are emptied from time to time.

    Assured Shorthold Tenancy (AST)

    This is the agreement that explains the tenant’s and landlord’s rights and responsibilities.  This type of tenancy agreement is one of the most popular in the UK.

    Check-in

    All tenants going into a property go through this process.  It involves an inventory showing the condition of a property before the tenant moves in. Check-in costs are often split between landlord and tenant.

    Check-out

    This is the opposite of check-in. This is the process of moving the tenant out of the property. During this time the landlord checks the property to ensure it has been returned to proper condition.

    Client Money Protection (CMP)

    This is an insurance scheme that covers any money handled by a letting agent. It is provided by professional bodies like the Association of Residential Letting Agents (ARLA).

    Covenant

    This is agreement showing obligations or promises made by either the tenant or landlord.

    Energy Performance Certificate (EPC)

    This is a legal assessment highlighting the energy efficiency of a residential property. It is a must for all advertised properties, except listed properties.  It is valid for 10 years.

    Green Deal

    When you make energy-saving home improvements that will improve the efficiency of your property, the Government Green Deal scheme may help with funding.

    Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMO)

    An HMO is a property  rented to at least five tenants making up more than two households. The households should be sharing baths, kitchen and other facilities.  The buildings may be ground-floor commercial premises or residential properties located over three floors. All HMOs must meet strict regulations.

    Land Registry

    This service keeps track of ownership and possession of a property and land rights.

    Managing Agent

    This is an individual or company in charge if maintenance and management of a property under an agency agreement.

    Portable Appliance Testing (PAT)

    This is a test done on small electrical movable goods to make sure they are safe and in satisfactory condition. The tests must be done by a competent individual.

    Stamp Duty Land Tax

    This is tax payable to the HMRC by tenants if the rent to be paid is more than £125,000.00.

    Tenancy agreement

    Also known as the rental agreement, this is a legally binding document that features details of a rental arrangement. It mentions the parties involved in the agreement (landlord and tenants), rental price, obligations etc.

    Tenancy Deposit Scheme (TDS)

    This is a collection of three government approved schemes for the protection of tenancy deposits. The scheme also covers disputes between landlords, agents and tenants during the return of deposits after a tenancy ends.

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