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Questions for landlords
Don't get caught out by hidden costs or other problems in your new home.
Ask the following questions when you’re checking out any potential accommodation:
- How much is the rent and does each person pay separately or do we pay a fixed amount for the house? (Ask for a rent book and find out if you pay weekly or monthly).
- How much is the deposit and do I need to pay rent in advance? (Get a receipt for any money paid at the start)
- What are the conditions for getting my deposit back?
- What happens if one flatmate leaves? Will we have to pay their rent? Who will be responsible for finding a new person?
- How much notice do you give before leaving?
- What extra bills are there? Are the paid by meter or bill? Who’s name is on the bill?
- What sort of heating is there? How much does it cost to heat the house in winter?
- How do the hot water and shower work?
- Is it easy for me to travel from uni to here?
- Is it a safe area?
- Does the house have smoke alarms and a fire escape?
- Can you have friends staying over? Are pets allowed?
Download the Union of Students Ireland’s Rent Book for more information on dealing with landlords.
