KatieLB Posted March 7, 2017 Share Posted March 7, 2017 Hi, Our family will soon be relocating from Perth where we have lived for the last 7 years, back to the UK. As we have 2 small children it is our preference to try and sort out a rental property to move straight back into rather than a short term one then search for property/car etc back in the UK whilst husband also has a new job to start, seems like it would make our lives a lot easier if we could sort it out from here i just wondered if anyone has managed to do this, if it was possible what were you required to provide the letting agent/landlord? Did you need a guarantor? Larger deposit or were you required to pay a few months rent in advance? Thanks for any wisdom that people can share on this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wattsy1982 Posted March 7, 2017 Share Posted March 7, 2017 The norm seems to be 6 months rent upfront, it shouldnt then matter to the landlord whether you are in the country or employed. that way you can then get 6 months rental/credit history to get you started Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VERYSTORMY Posted March 7, 2017 Share Posted March 7, 2017 We did not need 6 months rent or anything like and moved to one of the most desired places in the country. However, generally agents want the proprty viewed. Is there a family member or friend who could view it for you? We did book short term accommodation - just a little cottage via air bnb for 2 weeks which was plenty. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fjbeadle Posted March 7, 2017 Share Posted March 7, 2017 I would be dubious if not viewed the property. Although agency's are very much held to account they are very much trying to rent the property. What area? I know it would be easier to have something secured but it might be more hassle. I really can't see you having a problem getting a place even within a few days on arrival. As someone said. Do you have anyone that could view for you? Sent from my SM-G920F using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rammygirl Posted March 7, 2017 Share Posted March 7, 2017 Are you shipping furniture? Either way you will need some time to set up so a few weeks in furnished holiday let will give you some breathing space anyway. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mino Posted November 14, 2017 Share Posted November 14, 2017 Dear All This is my exact question as we will be moving back to UK in Feb 2018. Did you manage to sort out a rental before moving back to UK ? Any info would be much appreciated. Thanks Minoo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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