Belmont Wharf, Glasswater Locks, Pitt Street, Birmingham B4
Updated: 5 days ago
Experience modern canalside living at Glasswater Locks. This premium development benefits from exclusive facilities such as 24-hour concierge, gym, co-working space, games room, cinema room, business meeting room, residents lounges and landscaped communal gardens,… more
New assured shorthold tenancies (ASTs) tenant fees
Holding Deposit: One week’s rent. (This is to reserve a property. Please Note: This will be withheld if any relevant person (including any guarantor(s)) withdraw from the tenancy, fail a Right-to-Rent check, provide materially significant false or misleading information, or fail to sign their tenancy agreement (and/or Deed of Guarantee) within 15 calendar days (or other Deadline for Agreement as mutually agreed in writing).
Security Deposit (per tenancy. Rent under £50,000 per year): Five weeks’ rent. (This covers damages or defaults on the part of the tenant during the tenancy)
Security Deposit (per tenancy. Rent of £50,000 or over per year): Six weeks’ rent. (This covers damages or defaults on the part of the tenant during the tenancy)
Unpaid Rent: Interest at 3% above the Bank of England Base Rate from Rent Due Date until paid in order to pursue non-payment of rent. Please Note: This will not be levied until the rent is more than 14 days in arrears.
Lost Key(s) or other Security Device(s): Tenants are liable to the actual cost of replacing any lost key(s) or other security device(s). If the loss results in locks needing to be changed, the actual costs of a locksmith, new lock and replacement keys for the tenant, landlord any other persons requiring keys will be charged to the tenant. If extra costs are incurred there will be a charge of £15 per hour (inc. VAT) for the time taken replacing lost key(s) or other security device(s).
Variation of Contract £50 (inc. VAT) per agreed variation. (To cover the costs associated with taking landlord’s instructions as well as the preparation and execution of new legal documents)
Change of Sharer £50 (inc. VAT) per replacement tenant or any reasonable costs incurred if higher. (To cover the costs associated with taking landlord’s instructions, new tenant referencing and Right-to-Rent checks, deposit registration as well as the preparation and execution of new legal documents.
Early Termination: Should the tenant wish to leave their contract early, they shall be liable to the landlord’s costs in re-letting the property as well as all rent due under the tenancy until the start date of the replacement tenancy. These costs will be no more than the maximum amount of rent outstanding on the tenancy.
Firsby Road, Quinton, Birmingham B32
Updated: 6 days ago
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Typical Tenant Charges
All Charges in line with Tenant Fees Act 2019
Novation of a Contract/Change of Sharer - £200 + VAT (£240 inc. VAT) Additional Tenant to a HMO Contract - £50 + VAT (£60 inc. VAT) Relet Fees - £400 + VAT (£480 inc. VAT) Holding Deposit - Maximum 1 Weeks Rent Tenancy Deposit - Maximum 5 Weeks Rent Loss of Keys - Cost for recovery only, based on the price of the key. Late Rent Charges - The Tenant shall pay interest at the rate of 3% above The Bank of England’s base rate on any rent lawfully due that is paid more than 14 days after the date on which it became due. The interest will be payable from the date the rent should have been paid until the date the rent is actually paid.
Lee Bank Middleway, Birmingham, West Midlands B15
Updated: 6 days ago
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Permitted Payments
No Deposit Option
With the No Deposit Scheme, you will pay a monthly service charge based on the property rental amount. You will still be liable for any damages, and John Shepherd will always try to recover any fair end-of-tenancy claims directly. This is only available on eligible properties labelled as nds and is subject to referencing.
Rent per calendar month & No Deposit Scheme additional amount:
- Rent per calendar month up to £999 will incur an additional payment of £25.00 inc. VAT per month
- Rent per calendar month £1000 and over will incur an additional payment of £35.00 inc. VAT per month
- Rent per calendar month £2000.00+ + 4.5% inc. VAT of the monthly rent
Other Permitted Payments
Any other permitted payments, not included above, under the relevant legislation including contractual damages.
Non-Housing Act Tenancies 1988 (e.g. Company Let Tenancy)
Under new legislation, we are not permitted to charge Administration/Application fees to Tenants unless the tenancy is a Non-Housing Act Tenancy. Therefore, the fees below relate purely to Non-Housing Act Tenancies.
Included within your Application Fee; Tenant referencing checks which include affordability, current/previous landlord checks (if applicable), Credit report checks, Immigration Right To rent in the UK validation including Identification checks & preparation, completion of Tenancy documentation.
- One Tenant: £249.60 Inc. VAT (net £208.00)
- Two Tenants: £398.40 Inc. VAT (net £332.00)
- Three or More Tenants or Company: £510.00 Inc. VAT (net £425.00)
- Guarantor: £234.00 Inc. VAT (net £195.00)
Rental Arrears
- Rent Outstanding for 14 Days or More: 3% Daily Interest Rate (above Bank Of England Base Rate)
- Rent Outstanding for 14 Days or more: £54.00 inc. VAT (net £45.00) per week until rent balance is clear
- Non-Payment of Standing Order or Returned Cheque: £54.00 inc. VAT (net £45.00)
- Letter or Email sent in respect of Outstanding Rent: £54.00 inc. VAT (net £45.00)
- Property Visit in respect of Outstanding Rent: £54.00 inc. VAT (net £45.00)
Matter Escalated to Legal Advisors
- Charge for each Letter sent plus other associated Legal costs: £54.00 inc. VAT (net £45.00)
Tenancy Renewal
- Tenancy Extension/Renewal: £180.00 inc. VAT (net £150.00)
Miscellaneous
- Change of Tenancy Commencement date prior to the start of the tenancy: £30.00 inc. VAT (net £25.00) (If the Tenancy paperwork has already been prepared by the Agent and distributed)
- Property alterations/variations of the Tenancy Agreement: £99.00 inc. VAT (net £82.50)
- Any other variation, novation or assignment of the Tenancy: £294.00 inc. VAT (net £245.00)
- Tenancy reference provided to any third party: £54.00 inc. VAT (net £45.00)
Tenant Protection
John Shepherd Lettings are a proud member of Propertymark, which is a client money protection scheme, and we are also a member of The Property Ombudsman which is a redress scheme. You can find out more details on our website or by contacting us directly.
Please note that lettings agents are required by law to publish on their websites information for potential tenants about relevant fees, redress schemes and client money protection schemes (including the names of those schemes). Relevant fees must also be published on third party websites, such as Rightmove. For properties to rent in England and Wales, details of the agent's membership of any redress scheme and client money protection scheme must also be published with their fees on Rightmove. It is the agent's responsibility to ensure that all relevant information is provided to Rightmove and is up to date and accurate. If the relevant information (truncated)
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Tenant Permitted Payments Include: Rent Tenancy Deposit (5 weeks deposit) Holding Deposit (1 weeks rent) non-refundable should the tenant change their mind, fail checks or falsify information Payments in the event of a default Payment on variation, assignment or novation of a tenancy Payment on termination (surrender) of a tenancy Payments in respect of Council Tax Payments for utilities (electricity, gas or other fuel, water or sewage) Payments for a television license Communication services (telephone other than a mobile telephone; the internet; cable television, satellite television) Green Deal charge Tenancy Deposit: Tenancy Deposit is five weeks’ rent where the annual rent in respect of the tenancy.
Nb: Five weeks’ rent means five times one week’s rent.
Retaining the holding deposit: The holding deposit can be held if:
The tenant fails a Right to Rent check regardless of when the deposit was accepted. The tenant provides false or misleading information. The tenant decides not to enter into a tenancy agreement. The tenant fails to take all reasonable steps to enter into a tenancy agreement. Default Fees: Lost Keys Late rent payment Variation and novation of contract Change of sharer Surrender of tenancy For detail on the default fees speak to a member of the team. Cmp - Property Redress - Property Ombudsman -
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Springmeadow Road, Birmingham B15
Updated: 4 days ago
A superb top floor apartment situated in a secure development, located near to Five Ways Train Station and on the edge of the City Centre. The luxurious apartment is briefly comprising of; open plan lounge and fitted kitchen with integral appliances, balcony, two… more
Holding Deposit: To reserve a property a holding deposit will be taken. The holding deposit will be the equivalent of 1 weeks rent of the property applied for. Holding deposits are non-refundable in the event that the tenant fails the reference or fails to complete references within 14 days of request. The holding deposit will be refunded in the event that the landlord withdraws acceptance of the tenant or fails to respond within 14 days. Security Deposit: A security deposit equivalent to 5 weeks rent is required for a standard tenancy. The security deposit will be lodged with The Deposit Protection Service (dps). We are members of the Client Money Protect Scheme (cmp). Pets: Where a landlord agrees to accept a pet/s to be kept at the property an increase in the monthly rental will be levied for the entire term of the tenancy from £25 per month per pet. Allowable Fees: Lost Keys: Should keys be lost a charge for administration by Bloore King & Kavanagh Staff will incur a charge of £15 per hour. Any charges for contractor ie: Locksmith or similar will be the responsibility of the tenant to pay Late or Default Payments Interest rate will be charged for late payment or default of rent over 14 days at 3 (three) per cent per day of the outstanding rent. Referral fees: We refer clients to a number of service providers for various reasons within the scope of our terms, in line with our business and with the clients permission (gdpr 2018). It is your decision whether you choose to deal with any of the companies we recommend however you should be aware that some of these companies provide Bloore King & Kavanagh with a referral fee for recommending them. Referral fees are a maximum of £50.
2 reception rooms * Kitchen with ample storage space * Outdoor WC * 2 double bedrooms * Upstairs bathroom with shower over bath * On road parking * Gas central heating * Excellent transport links * Rear garden * Furnished optional * Pets considered
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New assured shorthold tenancies (ASTs) tenant fees
Holding Deposit: One week’s rent. (This is to reserve a property. Please Note: This will be withheld if any relevant person (including any guarantor(s)) withdraw from the tenancy, fail a Right-to-Rent check, provide materially significant false or misleading information, or fail to sign their tenancy agreement (and/or Deed of Guarantee) within 15 calendar days (or other Deadline for Agreement as mutually agreed in writing).
Security Deposit (per tenancy. Rent under £50,000 per year): Five weeks’ rent. (This covers damages or defaults on the part of the tenant during the tenancy)
Security Deposit (per tenancy. Rent of £50,000 or over per year): Six weeks’ rent. (This covers damages or defaults on the part of the tenant during the tenancy)
Unpaid Rent: Interest at 3% above the Bank of England Base Rate from Rent Due Date until paid in order to pursue non-payment of rent. Please Note: This will not be levied until the rent is more than 14 days in arrears.
Lost Key(s) or other Security Device(s): Tenants are liable to the actual cost of replacing any lost key(s) or other security device(s). If the loss results in locks needing to be changed, the actual costs of a locksmith, new lock and replacement keys for the tenant, landlord any other persons requiring keys will be charged to the tenant. If extra costs are incurred there will be a charge of £15 per hour (inc. VAT) for the time taken replacing lost key(s) or other security device(s).
Variation of Contract £50 (inc. VAT) per agreed variation. (To cover the costs associated with taking landlord’s instructions as well as the preparation and execution of new legal documents)
Change of Sharer £50 (inc. VAT) per replacement tenant or any reasonable costs incurred if higher. (To cover the costs associated with taking landlord’s instructions, new tenant referencing and Right-to-Rent checks, deposit registration as well as the preparation and execution of new legal documents.
Early Termination: Should the tenant wish to leave their contract early, they shall be liable to the landlord’s costs in re-letting the property as well as all rent due under the tenancy until the start date of the replacement tenancy. These costs will be no more than the maximum amount of rent outstanding on the tenancy.
Heritage Court, Warstone Lane, Jewellery Quarter B18
Updated: 4 days ago
** parking included ** A spacious, ground floor two bedroom, two bathroom apartment in the sought after Heritage Court. This is the ideal opportunity for those looking for extra space within the heart of the Jewellery Quarter. Available November, offered Part furn… more
Sherborne Street, Birmingham, West Midlands B16
Updated: 10 days ago
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Typical Tenant Charges
All Charges in line with Tenant Fees Act 2019
Novation of a Contract/Change of Sharer - £200 + VAT (£240 inc. VAT) Additional Tenant to a HMO Contract - £50 + VAT (£60 inc. VAT) Relet Fees - £400 + VAT (£480 inc. VAT) Holding Deposit - Maximum 1 Weeks Rent Tenancy Deposit - Maximum 5 Weeks Rent Loss of Keys - Cost for recovery only, based on the price of the key. Late Rent Charges - The Tenant shall pay interest at the rate of 3% above The Bank of England’s base rate on any rent lawfully due that is paid more than 14 days after the date on which it became due. The interest will be payable from the date the rent should have been paid until the date the rent is actually paid.
Bell Close, Bordesley Green, Birmingham B9
Updated: 9 days ago
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Acceptance of any offer will be subject to contract, referencing and immigration checks. You will need to pay the Rent and Deposit that is due under a Tenancy Agreement, or where the landlord is offering the property with a deposit replacement guarantee product, and you wish to take up this option, you will need to provide proof that you have purchased such a product by providing us with a copy of the insurance certificate before a tenancy can start.
Referencing and Right to Rent Checks - You will be asked to complete an application form before referencing can be undertaken, you should also provide an original photographic Identification (e.g. Passport, National id card, visa, resident permit, driving licence) and Proof of Residence (e.g. Original utility bill, council tax bill or bank statement all of which much be less than 3 months old). The need for a guarantor may not become apparent until your referencing (including references for any joint tenants) has been completed. Where a guarantor is required an application form and photographic identification with proof of residence will be required.
Referencing will cover a check against the credit file and public records of the individual, an Anti-Money Laundering check, confirmation of employment and salary details, confirmation of previous tenancy details, right to rent checks, reporting the results of all those checks to your prospective landlord to see if your application is acceptable.
Tenant deposit - In England under the Tenant Fees Act 2019 Deposits are limited to the equivalent of 5 weeks rent for new and renewed tenancies (or 6 weeks if the annual rent is £50,000 or more). This is calculated by dividing the annual rent by 52 and multiplying by 5 (or 6 if rent is £50,000 or more) and will be required to be paid at the start of the tenancy. This is subject to referencing.
Holding deposit - In England under the Tenant Fees Act 2019 Holding Deposits are limited to the equivalent of one weeks rent. This is paid in order to reserve a property. This is calculated by multiplying the monthly rent by 12 to establish the annual rent, then dividing the annual rent by 52. The Holding Deposit will be required to be paid once your offer is accepted. You will be provided with the rules of when this is to be returned to you or retained by the agent before this payment is made.
Tenant Fees Act 2019 permits certain fees / charges to be made under the following circumstances:
Default fee for late payment of rent Chargeable from 14 days arrears calculated on the interest at 3% above Bank of England base rate on the late payment of rent for each day that the payment is outstanding.
Loss of a key or other security device Landlords and letting agents can charge a tenant a fee to cover the cost of replacing the lost key or security device (e.g. Fob, electronic device for garage doors / security gates).
Payment on variation, assignment or novation of a tenancy - £50.00 When a tenant has requested it, landlords and letting agents can charge to vary, assign or replace a tenancy. Fee charge £50 (including VAT)
Payment on termination of a tenancy Landlords and letting agents can require a tenant to make a payment for an early termination (surrender) of the tenancy agreement at the tenants request.
Company application fee - £100.00 £100 including VAT
Should you require further clarification, please ask us to explain these to you.