Question 1

What Is a Lead Tenant?

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1. What is a Lead Tenant?
    
      A Lead Tenant is one person in a joint tenancy who is chosen to act as the main contact for the landlord or deposit protection scheme.
      They usually represent the group of tenants when it comes to official matters related to the tenancy.

2. What does a Lead Tenant do?
    The Lead Tenant’s responsibilities often include:
    
      Communicating with the landlord on behalf of all tenants.
      Handling and returning the tenancy deposit.
      Coordinating maintenance requests or tenancy paperwork.
      Managing communication between tenants and the deposit protection service at the end of the tenancy.

3. Is the Lead Tenant legally responsible for everyone else’s actions?
    
      In a joint tenancy, all tenants (including the Lead Tenant) are jointly and severally liable, meaning everyone shares equal responsibility
      for the rent and any damage.

While the Lead Tenant is the main contact, they are not personally liable for more than any other tenant unless they have agreed to this separately.

Question 2

How Is My Rent Calculated?

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Professional Tenants

For professional tenancies, rent must be paid in advance before keys are released.

Your first rent payment is due on the start date of your tenancy and will be payable monthly thereafter.

Your holding fee will be deducted from your first rent payment.

Student Tenants

For student tenancies, rent must be paid in advance before keys are released.

Your first rent payment is due on the start date of your tenancy and will be payable monthly thereafter.

Full details of rent amounts and due dates can be found in the rent breakdown provided at the start of the tenancy.

Understanding Rent Calculations

Whether you’re a student or professional tenant, understanding how rent is calculated can make budgeting easier.

Converting Monthly Rent to Weekly Rent
    To calculate weekly rent from a monthly amount:
    
      Start with your monthly rent (e.g., £800).
      Multiply by 12 (months in a year).
      Divide by 52 (weeks in a year).
    
    Example:
      £800 × 12 ÷ 52 ≈ £184.62 per week
    
    Formula:
      Monthly Rent × 12 ÷ 52 ≈ Weekly Rent

Converting Weekly Rent to Monthly Rent
    To calculate monthly rent from a weekly amount:
    
      Start with your weekly rent (e.g., £184.61).
      Multiply by 52 (weeks in a year).
      Divide by 12 (months in a year).
    
    Example:
      £184.61 × 52 ÷ 12 ≈ £800 per month
    
    Formula:
      Weekly Rent × 52 ÷ 12 ≈ Monthly Rent

Calculating Daily Rent
    To calculate daily rent for more precise budgeting:
    
      Start with your monthly rent (e.g., £800).
      Multiply by 12 (months in a year).
      Divide by 365 (days in a year).
    
    Example:
      £800 × 12 ÷ 365 ≈ £26.30 per day
    
    Formula:
      Monthly Rent × 12 ÷ 365 ≈ Daily Rent

By understanding these calculations, you can better plan and manage your rental payments throughout your tenancy.

Question 3

How do I avoid tripping hazards in my home?

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Tripping hazards can cause serious injury, keeping floors and walkways clear helps keep everyone safe.

Common tripping hazards include
  
    Loose or trailing cables, such as phone chargers or extension leads
    Rugs or mats without non-slip backing
    Personal items left on the floor, including shoes, bags, or laundry
    Uneven or damaged flooring (this should be reported as soon as possible)
    Wet or slippery floors in kitchens or bathrooms
    Poor lighting, especially in hallways and on stairs

How you can help prevent accidents
  
    Keep walkways and shared areas clear of personal belongings
    Secure cables and leads so they do not create a trip hazard
    Report any maintenance issues promptly, including loose carpets, damaged flooring, or faulty lighting
    Use non-slip mats or grips under rugs
    Clean up spills straight away and take care until floors are dry
    Be considerate of others when using shared spaces

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