advice on renting spare room in my flat

asoe209

yeah I will get rid of that ad.

for where i am barnhurst is the closer station. not sure why it does not show it through.

asoe209

Right so I have just had my 1st viewing, it was my mates friend. he just came over to have a look as he already lives in the area and and is looking for some where in the area.

he is about 45 years old and into computer games like me. It seems he used to live abroad but things went bad with the family and has moved back here. seems that he is restarting his life.

I gather the place he is staying is not up to standard. and he wants out ASAP. I had to let him no that the room will not really be ready until mid feb possibly 1st of feb its the ex gets her bits out soon and I get all the paper work and planning in order before then.

he seems to like the place but i think he may just need any thing thats going but this is better suited. he thinks he would stay around 6 months which is about the time i was looking he is also will to get his own bed etc.

say he not one for gets keeps him self to him self and gets on with his work. not a drinker either, but may have the odd pint here and there.

right now its been left that I will keep him up dated as He continues to look. and if he aint found any thing by the time im ready it may just be him.

i guess the question now is what else would you guys do before taking any one on.

Badger_Lady

Did my ears burn?

If you need an application form, you can download my template here:
Lodger Application Form

Within it, I include:
- Lodger personal details and references
- House rules
- Standing order mandate for rent payment
- Inventory

Once I've got this signed by the potential lodger and I decide to offer them the room, then I prepare a Houseshare Agreement and sign it with them, they pay their deposit and I give them the keys.

asoe209

Thanks for that Ill take a look at it. right now im just trying to sort out some continence insurance and make sure im covered.

I think im going to offer this guy the room, I know its the 1st person I saw but as its a friend of a friend and I can see he has had a hard time i feel like he needs break well more or a better place to live.

I have spoken with my mate and asked a load of questions and got an idea of what he is like. most of all he fits the initial bill of the time fame.

we would be helping each other out.

RAS

asoe209 wrote: »

right now im just trying to sort out some continence insurance and make sure im covered.

:rotfl::rotfl: Predictive text?

asoe209

lol woops...... i gather you know what I mean hahaha

asoe209

evening all, does this sound ok for my agreement. Its not to far on a tenant side side of things is it?

HOUSESHARE AGREEMENT
(FOR A ROOM IN A FURNISHED HOUSE SHARING WITH A RESIDENT LANDLORD)
The Landlord
Leon Simpson
The Occupiers
___________________________________
(Each individual Occupier enjoys the full rights and is fully responsible for the sections set out in this Agreement.)

The Property
address
Together with the fixtures and fittings as set out in the Inventory.

The Room
The Room means the part of the Property that has been nominated by the Landlord and agreed to by the Occupier which the Landlord makes exclusively available to the Occupier.

The Term
For a rolling period of 1 calendar month (no minimum term).
Termination
Either party may at any time end this agreement by giving reasonable notice and upon the expiry of said notice this Agreement shall terminate liability for either party save for any existing breach. The Landlord has the right to end this agreement with as little as a weeks notice.

The Rent
At a rent of £450 per calendar month, to be paid every month by equal payments in advance, first payment by _**_/_**_/2014 and every month thereafter on the same 25th of each month.
Method of Payment
Payment may be made:
- by standing order

The Deposit
The deposit shall be £450. This is payable to the Landlord (in cleared funds) on the Occupier moving into the Property, and is returnable on termination of the agreement, assuming no breaches of this Agreement.

The Inventory
The Inventory means the list of the fixtures and fittings at the Property.

1. General
The Room is part of a home that the Landlord occupies as his only or principal home.
The Occupier acknowledges that this is not an assured or shorthold tenancy by reason of being a let granted by a resident landlord.
The Occupier agrees that if the rent is not paid on due date or if the Occupier is in breach of any of the other conditions of this Agreement, the Landlord will be entitled to terminate this Agreement.

The Room
The Room is part of the Property specified above.
The Occupier will be allowed to share the use and facilities of the communal areas of the Property (including bathroom, kitchen, living room and any other facilities that may be at the Property).

The Deposit
The deposit specified above is payable by the Occupier on the signing of this Agreement and is to be held by the Landlord for the duration of the Term as security against the Occupier failure to carry out or non-performance of his obligations laid down within this Agreement. It is to be refunded to the Occupier at the end of the Term, deducting such sums as are required to meet outstanding rent or damage inflicted by the Occupiers during the Term and also cleaning costs and repairs / replacements in connection with damage to the Property, fair wear and tear excluded.

Rent
The Occupier shall pay the Landlord the specified rent at the times specified above.
Interest
Where the rent or any other payments due from the Occupier under this Agreement is in arrears, whether legally demanded or not, the Landlord shall be entitled to change interest at the rate of 4% above the base rate of the Bank of England on the outstanding sum from the date the same became due until the date of payment.
Any bank charge incurred by the Landlord upon payment of the Occupier being dishonoured by the Occupier shall be deducted from the deposit if not already paid by the Occupier in full.

Insurance
The Landlord shall affect sufficient insurance cover for the Property and shall insure the Landlord’s fixtures and fittings including such electrical appliances as are not the Occupier’s own against loss or damage by fire, lightning, storm, flood, impact, riots and damage from burst pipes, theft and third party risks and such risks normally covered by a Householder’s Comprehensive Policy.
If the Occupier so wishes, he may insure his personal effects, which shall not be the Landlord’s responsibility.
The Occupier must not do anything to cause non-compliance with any requirement, as a result of which the policy of insurance becomes void.

Repairs
The Landlord shall maintain the interior and exterior of the Property in good repair and condition.
The Landlord must keep in good working order the installations for the supply of water, gas, electricity and appliances (including basins, sinks, baths and sanitary conveniences), and central heating. Independently connected electrical appliances such as lighting, radio or television sets are the Occupier’s responsibility.
Cleaning and Maintenance
The Occupier shall keep the Room in good repair and condition and in good decorative order.
The Occupier must keep clear of blockages and obstructions shower unit, sinks, lavatories, cisterns and pipes.
The Occupier must maintain furnishings and fixtures and other items set out in the Inventory and keep them in good order and must preserve them from damage or destruction and not remove them from the Property.
Use of Property
The Occupier shall use the Property for residential purposes only and shall not (nor allow others to) operate a business or use it for any improper, immoral or illegal purposes.

Assignment
The Occupier shall not assign any or all part with or share possession or occupation of the Room or its contents with anyone.
Nuisance
The Occupier shall not (nor allow others to) cause nuisance or annoyance to the Landlord, other Occupiers or neighbours.
Damage
The Occupier shall not (nor allow others to) cause any damage or injury to the exterior, structure or any part of the Property.
Alterations to Property
The Occupier shall not (nor allow others to) make any alterations or additions to the Property or change its use.
External Appearance of the Property
The Occupier must not place any advertisements in the windows or elsewhere on the Property.
Keys and Security Codes
The Occupier shall not (nor allow others to) alter any locks or security codes or have any additional keys made for the Property.
The Occupier must report to the Landlord if his/her keys are lost, the Occupier shall be responsible for the cost lost keys, Key Fobs, installing new locks.

Pets
Without the express written consent of the Landlord, the Occupier shall not keep or allow others to keep pets on the premises.

Repairing Damage
The Occupier agrees to make repairs to the Property or to the Landlord’s fixtures and fittings and effects where damage is caused by the Occupier or any visitor of the Occupier to these items, reasonable wear and tear excepted, and to pay any costs incurred by the Landlord who will carry out works in default.

Reporting Disrepair
The Occupier shall report immediately any disrepair or defect in respect of the Property or the fixtures and fittings or the failure of mechanical or electrical appliances.

Utilities
The Rent includes the Occupier’s share of utilities, including electric, gas, water and telephone (incoming calls only) or other services used at the Property. It also includes a share of the Council tax and any other tax that might be charged during the Term.

Security
The Occupier must keep keys to the property safe and not copy or otherwise distribute them. The Occupier should also secure all doors and windows when leaving the property unsupervised.

Right of Access
The Occupier will permit the Landlord at reasonable times to enter and examine the condition of the Room and its fixtures, fittings and furnishings and to execute repairs or redecoration. In the event that the Landlord becomes aware of any emergency and the Occupier is not available to provide access to the Room immediately, it is agreed that the Landlord may enter the Room using forcible means if necessary.

Moving Out
At the end of the Term the Occupier shall leave the Room in the same clean state and condition it was in at the commencement, and shall return all the keys of the Property and remove all effects belonging to the Occupier, personal effects and rubbish and leave the Property and the Landlord’s furnishings, fixtures and fittings in the same condition and state of repair, fair wear and tear excepted.
The Occupier shall provide on inspection the return of any deposit.
Safety Regulations
The Landlord shall ensure that all gas flues and installation pipework in the Property are checked by a CORGI registered technician on an annual basis and that a report will be made on defects found (if any) and the remedial action taken.
The Landlord confirms that any installations and equipment supplied by him are safe so as not to cause injury.
The Landlord hereby agrees to rent out the Property and the Occupier hereby agrees to take the Room for the Term in accordance with the conditions stated within this Agreement.

SIGNED by the Landlord:


<NAME>, date <DATE>
Signatures of Occupiers:

Name: __________________________, date ____/____/2013


Name: __________________________, date ____/____/2013

asoe209

just bumping the thread, still wanting opinions on the above post..

00ec25

asoe209 wrote: »

just bumping the thread, still wanting opinions on the above post..

don't know where you downloaded it form but I hate some of it.

I appreciate that having such a comprehensive document sets out the expectations and obligations of both parties so in a sense is good to have up front but it certainly gives an impression that you will be a fernickerty and difficult person to live with

asoe209 wrote: »

The Room
The Room means the part of the Property that has been nominated by the Landlord and agreed to by the Occupier which the Landlord makes exclusively available to the Occupier..

take out exclusivity - notwithstanding your subsequent clause 1 you are not granting exclusive use of a room - that blurs the edges with it being a tenancy not a lodging

asoe209 wrote: »

The Inventory
The Inventory means the list of the fixtures and fittings at the Property.

every single thing in the entire house such as every knife fork spoon and plate in the kitchen?
or just the contents of the room?

yes it is likely he will break a plate but your clause is wide open as to coverage

asoe209 wrote: »

Interest
Where the rent or any other payments due from the Occupier under this Agreement is in arrears, whether legally demanded or not, the Landlord shall be entitled to change interest at the rate of 4% above the base rate of the Bank of England on the outstanding sum from the date the same became due until the date of payment.

the OFT guidance would regard that as a penal rate of interest but their word is not law and any dispute would be decided in court - leave it at 4% by all means but be aware of potential problems when you try to enforce

asoe209 wrote: »

Insurance

The Occupier must not do anything to cause non-compliance with any requirement, as a result of which the policy of insurance becomes void.

align this with whatever your own insurance policy says about the liability of your lodgers. You will need to give a copy of your insurance to the lodger otherwise he can claim he was not informed of conditions

asoe209 wrote: »

Cleaning and Maintenance
The Occupier shall keep the Room in good repair and condition and in good decorative order.

so you expect the lodger to (re)decorate the room?

getmore4less

Keep it real.

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