To be shocked at the incompetence of the estate agent industry?!

[HayzCo]

We are expecting a baby very soon, so sold our flat and have decided to rent as we aren’t sure exactly where to buy next and we’re happy to sell chain free.

My husband started his own business last year and I’m currently not working, but we can put up the full cash of a 12 month contract. It’s like talking to a brick wall trying to get EAs to understand the benefit of making this offer to a landlord. It’s literally like talking to the “computer says no” character from Little Britain. They’re telling me an employed couple paying monthly is more attractive but can’t explain why.

I’m sorry if this offends any estate agents, I’ve written the subject partly to grab your attention, as I would genuinely like to understand how a couple that doesn’t quite meet the “standard form” criteria can secure a rental! Surely putting the money up front is more security for a landlord.

[Gemma2019]

There are loads of cannabis houses in Enfield which is about 20 mins from me. They basically pay 12 months rent cash up front then move in, create an irrigation and heating system which completely buggers up the current electrics and heating, and cut holes in the ceiling. The police reckon the whole operation only takes 8 months so by the time it comes to month 13 when no rent has been paid, the occupants are long gone and the house is destroyed.

Would cost bare minimum £30k to put right and house would never be the same. Usually the damage isn't covered by insurance either.