I’ve already paid 2 x 6 month rent upfront instead of a guarantor. The landlady now wants 8 month upfront, She knows I’m good for the money and I respect the property she has said so.
I think she’s been unreasonable and its wrong, where do I stand does anyone know ?
Its an assured shorthold tenancy ( rolling ) and it states in the agreement that rent is paid on a monthly basis
If your tenancy agreement states that the rent is paid on a monthly basis and that there is no other wording relating to rent payment in advance, then the LL is unable to force you do so. Perhaps ask the LL what their concern is, given your history of paying on time and respecting the property.
Thanks , I’m relieved at your answer. I’ve sent an email asking that nicely
How does she know that?
Because I’ve already paid twice upfront and I offered to set up a direct debit. I’ve also spoken to her on a few occasions and in her words I’m a good tenant
I don’t think she can assume that just because you had the cash 6 months ago, you have it sitting around now. Things change and this is preventing you from building up savings, earning interest (when rates are high) and having the cash to deal with a rainy day.
Offering to set up a 6-monthly direct debit for a huge amount was prob not the best idea (if I’ve understood you right).
I would simply, calmly, politely and firmly explain that from now on, you’ll have to pay according to the terms of the contract and thank her for her understanding.
No I’ve offered to set up a monthly direct debit so she knows its coming in. I have politely asked her if she can see her way to doing this but so far no reply. But the rent is due on the 10th so…
My contracts all state that rent must be paid by standing order. Does yours not? And if you’re good for it, why not set one up and let her know you’ve done so?
It states rent to be paid on a monthly basis, I have her bank details and intend to pay one month, its due tomorrow. I have sent her 3 emails and so far she hasn’t replied.
We dont know all the circumstances, but you are probably right that its unreasonable to continue to demand lump sum advance rent. You could probably just pay monthly now and still be fulfilling the terms of your contract. However, if the landlord is unwilling to accept this, they may use s21 to begin eviction proceedings. I would suggest you try to negotiate a compromise, such as 3 months up front this time, reducing to monthly over time. If this fails then I’m afraid you have to decide how much you want the place.
Thanks for that, this is the very reason they need to abolish section 21, its not right if you’re a good tenant to have this hanging over your head.
I can only assume it’s pure greed on her part, if not why on earth is she ignoring my emails, I’ve been nothing but polite
Youre right that this sort of mis-use of s21 is unfair. The problem is that the fault based notice system is not fit for purpose, so if you end up with an anti-social tenant next door, the landlord may not be able to evict him without s21.
Yeah I suppose, I don’t get what she’s doing though because she’s completely ignoring my emails
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