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Advice - Girlfriend & kids moving in
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My dad had about 10 houses to let and he makes it clear to his tennants that if someone moves in they have to clear it with him first and yes it 'could' include getting references as potentially your letting someon living in your house who has not been checked first.
A house is an investment and landlord needs to protect it.
There is no way any landlord would allow you to move anyone in without updating the tenancy agreement first. If you split up and leave and your girlfriend refuses to leave the house it becomes very messy for the landlord to claim rent and evict the occupiers.
If the landlord has any insurance on the property to protect rental income etc. it will become invalid. In addition if you do not inform the agency/landlord you could be found in breach of your tenancy agreement. It is a hassle but do the right ring and inform the relevant parties.
If the landlord has any insurance on the property to protect rental income etc. it will become invalid. In addition if you do not inform the agency/landlord you could be found in breach of your tenancy agreement. It is a hassle but do the right ring and inform the relevant parties.
Yep taken on board, I'm raising the kids as my own anyway. Understand what you saying about the CSA. Adopting isn't something I would just do without thinking. Regarding council tax she is registered disabled so we should get some discount. The kids are 2.5 years and 15 months.
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She must be good!
I did think you were making a mistake and then I noticed the ages of the kids... that means you've been with her less than 2 years?
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I think I was actually first to read the thread and my first thought for a response was basically this....
I feel disappoint in myself now that I didn't go for it
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Where are the fathers? Sounds like a disaster situation if she pushed her last one out only 15 months ago!
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She will need to be a joint tenant if she's living there, I was renting with my girlfriend (although i wasnt moving in for 6 months) and was told if we were both going to be resident we would both have to have a credit reference done and if I didnt I wouldnt be able to stay there without getting one done.
I guess its probably down to individual landlords and what they expect though, mine was with Slater Hogg so a pretty big firm.
I guess its probably down to individual landlords and what they expect though, mine was with Slater Hogg so a pretty big firm.
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Have known her longer than she has had kids. We were both in other relationships until approx a year ago, helped each other out through our breakups and ended up getting together. We are rocks to each other.
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More then likely only the council will need to know
Just have a quick look through your agreement but I doubt they will care too much unless they have had problems renting to families (ie kids wrecking the place). Unlikely but you never know.
Oh and please tell me you have been together years and this isn't a future Jeremy Kyle show.
edit Eeek only a year in !
Just have a quick look through your agreement but I doubt they will care too much unless they have had problems renting to families (ie kids wrecking the place). Unlikely but you never know.
Oh and please tell me you have been together years and this isn't a future Jeremy Kyle show.
edit Eeek only a year in !
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It's a fairly standard term. If they split up and she stays, it can be a pain for the landlord. Having them as joint tenants makes it easier. It also means the landlord can chase him for monies owed in this scenario (disabled, on benefits = higher risk, not worth suing for court fees and lost rent).
Tell the agent and landlord, the agent will probably demand their excessive fees. If you don't, and they find out, then don't be surprised if you get a Section 21 through the door.
She is unlikely to stray, I want the rent to remain my responsibilty until such a time when she can contribute.
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What does your tenancy agreement say on anything like this?
Check your tenancy agreement in respect of additional persons living in the house. The female's financial situation will change dramatically as she must inform the D in respect of her new situation. Your income will be assumed to be now part of the equation. You may be in line for some income support and rent and council tax bungs - depends on your income. One thing is absolutely certain Her income is stood on its head and so will yours be!! Think carefully before progressing.