A non-refundable retainer is paid when you wish to take a property, when you move into the property it becomes the deposit and will be protected through one of the government authorised deposit schemes.

What is a joint and several contract?

Most tenancy agreements (especially student ones) are joint and several which basically means you sign the agreement as a group and are all responsible jointly for the liabilities explained in the contract. For example; if there is damage to the property the landlord can hold you all liable; the landlord is also able to hold any one of you as being liable for the damage. It also means that if the landlord is required to give you notice of anything they are only legally required to inform one of you.

What are my guarantor's liabilities?

Although your obligations are joint and several; your guarantor's are not. this means that the landlord can only ask your guarantor for a particular share of any joint liability. For example if it is a 4 bedroom house; your guarantor can only be asked for of the total rent due if you havent paid or of any damage not covered by the deposit.

What if I don't have a UK guarantor?

While our standard process is to ask tenants to provide a UK-based guarantor, who passes a credit check, we know that sometimes this may not be possible. For instance, if you are an International student. There are two options available if you don't have a UK guarantor: you can pay your rent upfront, or apply to the company Housing Hand to act as your guarantor. Housing Hand charges a one-off fee of 299 for this service, which will mean that they act as your UK guarantor for 12 months - the usual length of your tenancy.

What about gas certificates?

Your landlord is responsible for making sure the gas appliances at your property are safe and is required to have them inspected by a Gas Safe engineer every 12 months. We will make a copy available to you when you move in and again when it is renewed.

What happens if someone doesn't pay their rent?

You are all jointly liable for rent payments so if someone doesn't pay their rent the landlord is able to pursue all of you for any rent due. It is normal practice however that a landlord would pursue the individual tenant first and then their guarantor before approaching the other tenants.

When will we receive the inventory?

It is normal practice for your inventory to be supplied to you within the first 14 days of the tenancy agreement. You then usually have 7-14 days to return it signed with any amendments. If you dont return the inventory then you agree to accept the property in the condition described in the inventory.

What will I need to bring?

As with living on campus, you'll need to bring the essentials with you. While your off campus student accommodation will be fully furnished, you'll need to bring things like bedding, kitchen equipment and towels. It's unlikely that the property will include crockery and cutlery, so make sure you have something to eat with, too! Some accommodation will be supplied with a kettle and microwave. Many have hoovers.

Bywater House, Birmingham

Waterworks Rd, Birmingham, B16 9AL, United KingdomView Distance From Universities

Laundry (Free)

Heating Included

2021 Move-in

From £130/week

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Bywater House is a comfortable student accommodation in Birmingham. The property offers self-contained studios and en-suites near Perrott's Folly. Moreover, Mander Portman Woodward is just a 14-minute walk away and Brasshouse Languages is a 6-minute drive away from the property.

Features

Apartments in the accommodation are specially designed for students. Each room comes with a comfortable bed, study desk, lamp, bookshelves, and plenty of space for storage and if you prefer more privacy, the studio comes with a private kitchen and more living space. The shared kitchen has a dining table, fridge, microwave, oven and all the modern appliances you will need to cook delicious meals and the studio has a small kitchenette with all essential appliances. The property provides free high-speed WiFi, on-site maintenance, bike storage, laundry facilities, 24hr CCTV surveillance for safety and security. Students don’t need to worry about managing multiple bills as all bills are included in the rent.

Location and What's Hot?

The property is based in one of the popular areas of the city and it is surrounded by many restaurants cafes and bars. Golden Fish Fry is just around the corner to eat the best fish and chips in the town or you can visit the Colbeh, Persian Kitchen for delicious food. Reservoir News Convenience store is a few minutes away so students don't need to travel far for grocery shopping. Ralphs Bar is a short walk away to drink and party with friends.

Commute

The accommodation is well-connected to public transport with multiple bus stops available in the vicinity. Hagley Rd/The Ivy Bush bus stop is a 6-minute walk away and Ladywood Fire Station bus stop is an 8-minute away on foot, making traveling around the city easier.

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79 admin fee to reserve room. 7 days to sign contract and supply ID. No refund of admin fee.

Room Amenities

ALL BILLS INCLUDED (electricity, gas, water, internet and TV licence)

Washing Machine

Central Heating

Shower

Common Amenities

Wifi unlimited access

Gas included

Electricity included

Heating included

Water included

TV license

Contents insurance

CCTV

Maintenance team (24 hr)

Secure building entry

Bike storage

Communal kitchen

Laundry (free)

No smoking

Room Types

Studio Flat

£130/week/person

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Private Bathroom

Entire Place

Private Kitchen

Lease Duration51 week

Available from25 Sep, 2018

Bedrooms1

Bathrooms1

Deposit£142

Each fully furnished studio flat has bed, drawer unit, wardrobe, ensuite shower room, kitchen area, desk and office chair. The kitchenette has a microwave/oven, two ring hob and a fridge with a freezer compartment

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En Suite Cluster Flats

£130/week/person

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Private Room

Private Bathroom

Shared Kitchen

Lease Duration51 week

Bedrooms4-5

Bathrooms4-5

Deposit£130

Ensuite room in a 4 or 5 bedroom cluster shared living flats. Each room is fully furnished and has its own shower room. Further to this there will be a shared kitchen/ communal living area.

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Payment Details

Payment

Upfront or Quarterly. Upfront we can accept payments from overseas bank accounts Quarterly rent payments require a UK bank account. First rent payment must be made at least 7 days before the start of the tenancy. UK guarantor required for installments...

Bywater House, Birmingham

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En Suite Cluster Flats

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