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Getting a property ready to rent, from lender permission and safety certificates to tenant checks and the move-in inventory. Rental rules differ widely by country and area and change often, so follow current official guidance. This list is a starting point, not a full list of legal duties.

Permissions

• Get permission from your mortgage lender
• Check any lease restrictions
• Register or get a licence if required
• Check any planning or building rules

Safety

• Gas safety check if required
• Electrical safety check
• Fit and test smoke and carbon monoxide alarms
• Energy rating certificate if required

Money

• Arrange landlord insurance
• Set the rent
• Check tax on rental income

Finding a tenant

• Choose an agent or manage it yourself
• Advertise the property
• Do tenant checks
• Right to rent checks where required

Moving in

• Sign the tenancy agreement
• Protect the deposit on time
• Do an inventory with photos
• Hand over keys and instructions

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