The electronic ‘tenant passport’ is proptech’s challenge to traditional referencing. Andrea Kirkby asks if this a game-changer.
Read MoreFormer landlord launches outsourced tenant checking
A service that offers an outsourced tenant checking and vetting service to landlords and agents has launched, claiming to offer a “revolutionary” new service which goes beyond standard credit check services. Agents from…
Read MoreTenants with lifestyle flaws
Unfortunately, being in the oldest profession in the world does not make a model tenant… says Katrine Sporle, The Property Ombudsman.
Read MoreThe identity parade
Can you smell a wrong ’un? How can really you be sure that you know that your prospective tenants are who they say they are and will behave as they should?
Read More“Reckless referencing can have very serious consequences for agents,”
"Reckless referencing can have very serious consequences for agents,” says Christopher Hamer, The Property Ombudsman.
Read MoreCheck out your tenants to protect your landlords
Comprehensive reference checks, including eviction history, background reports and credit score are absolutely critical to evaluate prospective tenants, says Marc Da Silva.
Read MoreThe Right to Rent
The trial of new immigration checks continues, be aware!
Read MoreThe competitive edge
Sheila Manchester met UKALA, a professional body that offers letting agents some unique benefits.
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