Worried I won't pass rental checks...?

StudentMum88

Hi,

Not sure if anyone could help me but thought I would give it a shot anyway.

I am currently in a rented house and have been here for almost a year now and had always paid my rent in full and on time. However just before christmas I had a problem with my bank account, I was targeted while out christmas shopping and had my card stolen by someone who had obviously seen me use the card and was able to see my pin and I didn't realise the card was gone until almost 3 days later!!! (very stupid of me I know!).

I had a problem paying all my bills and the rent. I contacted my letting agents as soon as I was aware that I would struggle to pay my rent and was able to pay half the rent on time and agreed to pay back £50 per month extra for the next 6 months as per the landlords request. I have done this every month since without a problem and have £100 owing so only 2 months payments. However I really want to move and have a found a house I like but I am worried that when the new agency apply for a reference from my current agency then this will show up and they won't give me the house. I have the money available to pay the landlord the £100 owing now but I have just continued with the arrangement that was originally set up as I found it convenient. Do you think I would struggle to pass the new agents checks? I am reluctant to pay them the £95 non-refundable tenant fees if they are going to refuse me on this basis.

Any advice would be appreciated! Thanks.

[Deleted User]

I'm afraid the best person to ask is the agency. We can say what we think, but a lot depends on what the agency and the LL are prepared to accept. This will differ from one agency to another.