Our Step-by-Step Guide to Renting a Property

1. The Property

1. The Property

Firstly, we need to know what type of property you’re looking for. Location and size are good places to start, and when it comes to the finer details, the more information we have the better, i.e. will you require concierge facilities, outside space, car parking etc.?

2. The Budget

2. The Budget

Set a budget based realistically on your earnings. We’ll then use this information to find relevant properties that match your needs as closely as possible. To make sure your expectations are clear we’ll advise you of current prices in the areas you’re interested in

3. The Viewings

3. The Viewings

Most Henry Wiltshire advertised properties can be viewed within 24 hours of you expressing an interest.

4. The Offer

4. The Offer

When you’ve found the property you’re looking for and wish to place an offer, our agents will submit it to the landlord on your behalf.

Once the offer has been accepted we will then take a holding fee and start the referencing process with you. The referencing agency will contact your current or previous landlord and/or employers, however, to avoid a delay it’s better to advise them in advance that the referencing company will be making contact.

5. Administration

5. Administration

Upon approval of your references and prior to your move in date you will be provided with a tenancy agreement, all of the relevant tenancy documents and a welcome letter with contact information for your tenancy.  Once signed by both parties, the tenancy agreement forms a legal contract between you and the landlord.

6. The Move

6. The Move

On the agreed move in date you will meet the inventory clerk  at the property who will complete your check-in and hand over the keys.

7. Continued Support

7. Continued Support

Our Property Management team are always available should you need any advice or assistance throughout your tenancy, if the property is managed by Henry Wiltshire. If it is managed by the landlord, you will be provided with their direct contact details.

Renters’ Rights Bill

The Renters’ Rights Bill is new legislation is set to come into law on 1st May 2026. It is the most significant reform the UK private rented sector (PRS) has seen since the Housing Act 1988.

To find out what this bill means for tenants in the UK, please see our guide:

Renters’ Rights Act Guide for UK Tenants

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