Your Budget
Set yourself a manageable budget and stick to it.
Letting agents market rental properties either by stating the weekly rental price or the monthly rental price. Be aware that a £400 a week rental price does not mean a cost of £1,600 a month. Multiply the weekly rent by 4.33 to get your monthly rental costs. Try not to be tempted (or let your agent tempt you) into looking at properties beyond what you can comfortably afford.
In addition to your rental costs, you'll also need to budget for other related expenses. These might include:
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Your own house contents insurance:
You will need to arrange this your self for all your personal belongings inside the property.
Council tax:
The tenant is often responsible for paying this, so ask for an estimated cost from the agent or land lord.
Utility Bills:
You will be expected to take on most fo these bills ( sometimes water bills are paid by the land lord)from the day you move in.
Service charges:
If the property is in a block of flats or is a serviced apartment, there may be a service charge to pay , so clarify with your agent or land lord whether irs included in the rent of an additional charge.
Deposit
Typically the value of a months rent.
Removal Costs
Budget for the cost of hiring a removal company.
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