Paul Lee & Company
5/5, 133 reviews
100% recommended
94% lettings valuation accuracy
96% lettings fee satisfaction



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Paul Lee & Company is the foremost family owned independent local letting agent serving the lettings market since 1997.A business that is built on personal recommendations and referrals, with a name that you can trust.With more than 30 years experience in the rental business, we have helped to find homes to ... show more Paul Lee & Company is the foremost family owned independent local letting agent serving the lettings market since 1997.

A business that is built on personal recommendations and referrals, with a name that you can trust.

With more than 30 years experience in the rental business, we have helped to find homes to rent for many thousands of tenants by marketing our client landlord's finest quality houses and flats for rent in the North West London areas of Primrose Hill, Hampstead, Belsize Park and St. John's Wood.

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Performance Statistics
Services Valuation Fees Min Price of property reviewed Max Price of property reviewed
Lettings 94% 96% £400 £8,300
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From Landlords From Tenants From Vendors From Buyers Other
32 0 99 0 0 0 0 0 2 0
Areas covered
  • NW1
  • Primrose Hill
  • NW3
  • Hampstead and Belsize Park
  • NW8
  • St Johns Wood
  • NW3
  • NW3
Address

49 Chalcot Road
Primrose Hill,London
Greater London
NW1 8LS
0207 722 7780

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Services offered
  • Sales
  • Lettings
  • Block Management
  • Surveys
  • Conveyancing
  • Mortgage Advice
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“Pleasure to work with Paul from Paul Lee & Co...”

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Jun 15,2021
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Jun 15,2021
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We are very pleased we finally found an agent that works at a professional level and delivers as expected. It is a pleasure to work with Paul, who is very knowledgable, friendly and helpful....
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Thank you Spela, it was our pleasure to help you to find your new family home. ...

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Jun 14,2021
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By: 'Dasha Slepenkina'
Jun 14,2021
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We had a great experience working with Paul Lee & Company to find a flat! This was our first time looking for a flat in London and we were a little nervous. However, Paul made the experience not only easy but also pleasant. He has an ...
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Jun 14, 2021
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Dasha, thank you. It was our absolute pleasure to assist you and Kurt to find your lovely new home in Primrose Hill. ...

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Jun 14,2021
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Paul held our hand throughout the process of preparing the flat for rental and found a tenant in record time in a Covid environment....
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Thank you for allowing us to list such a lovely flat, the new Tenants really love living in it. ...

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Apr 16,2021
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By: 'Eleanor'
Apr 16,2021
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Paul Lee is the most professional, knowledgeable and helpful letting agent I have come across. He treated me fairly, with respect and assisted me to find the right property. I have rented in London for years and have suffered through the typical estate agents where ...
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Eleanor, it was our absolute pleasure to assist you in finding your new home in Primrose Hill ...

“First time renters...”

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Mar 01,2021
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By: 'Emily'
Mar 01,2021
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Paul has been excellent with us. We had never rented a property before and didn't really know what we were doing but with Paul's expertise and many years of knowledge, everything went very quickly and very smoothly. We couldn't be more grateful. Thank you Paul....
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Fees are super reasonable!
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“I unreservedly recommend Paul Lee & Co....”

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Aug 24,2020
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By: 'Barney'
Aug 24,2020
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I unreservedly recommend Paul Lee & Co. They have let my property a number of times over the last 15 years. As well as finding me good tenants, Paul and Lisa have been a great source of information and guidance. They make sure all details are covered ...
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“Paul made my moving experience extremely posi......”

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Jul 21,2020
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By: 'Sarah'
Jul 21,2020
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Paul made my moving experience extremely positive - he was both helpful, efficient and understood my needs entirely. He walked me through the process and ensured I understood all the new rules and regulations. He was incredibly generous with both his time and expertise. I ...
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Jul 21,2020
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Paul is very helpful and knowledgeable, he has made our move into Primrose very simple and without a hitch. Very pleased....
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“Paul Lee is is greatly valued by me as a land......”

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Jul 20,2020
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By: 'MARK'
Jul 20,2020
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Paul Lee is is greatly valued by me as a landlord because he is devoted to fair dealing between both tenant and landlord which has led to long-term and highly profitable relationships. He has unrivalled experience and forensic attention to regulatory detail....
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“Extremely helpful and smooth the whole way th......”

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Mar 15,2020
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By: 'Milo'
Mar 15,2020
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Extremely helpful and smooth the whole way through our move. They were great at communicating and made everything as clear as possible - we are so happy in our new flat and cannot recommend Paul & Lee enough! We had bad experiences with other letting companies ...
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“Over and Above...”

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Mar 09,2020
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By: 'Madeleine'
Mar 09,2020
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Paul went over and above to make my moving process comfortable! It was my first time moving and coming from a different country he not only helped my find somewhere but took it the step further to educate me about the whole process! Endlessly grateful ...
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“Best agency!...”

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Feb 10,2020
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By: 'Daniela'
Feb 10,2020
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Paul is a great agent. He understood our needs right away. He made the overall process stress-free and we are loving our new place!...
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“I dealt directly with Paul Lee when looking for a property to rent in Primrose Hill....”

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Nov 13,2019
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By: 'Darren'
Nov 13,2019
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I dealt directly with Paul Lee when looking for a property to rent. Paul is a friendly, clear and straightforward person to deal with. He takes his time to explain clearly what is involved in renting a property (including his duties and responsibilities as a ...
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“Brilliant people, brilliant service. Thanks t......”

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Nov 11,2019
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By: 'Mehmet'
Nov 11,2019
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Brilliant people, brilliant service. Thanks to Paul and Lisa we have found a very nice flat in Primrose Hill. Everything went super fast and smooth....
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“I can't express enough what a wonderful exper......”

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Nov 08,2019
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By: 'Ebony'
Nov 08,2019
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I can't express enough what a wonderful experience we had with Paul (from Paul Lee & Company). Paul was an absolute delight to liaise with! He is honestly the best estate agent I have ever had the pleasure of dealing with. I recommend him to everyone ...
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“Paul Lee & Company have been working with us ......”

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Nov 07,2019
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By: 'Prof.'
Nov 07,2019
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Paul Lee & Company have been working with us for over three years. I can unreservedly recommend them to anyone wishing to either let or rent a flat in the Primrose Hill area of North London. Professional, efficient and easy to deal with, they never drop ...
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“Over 10 years of collaboration...”

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Nov 07,2019
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By: 'Jelena'
Nov 07,2019
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We have been Paul’s clients for over 10 years! From being tenants to renting our own property, experience with Paul is always great! Experienced, efficient and patient he is always ahead of the game, thinks about every little detail and most importantly has a solution ...
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“Paul and Lisa are a rare find in the estate a......”

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Nov 04,2019
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By: 'Joanna'
Nov 04,2019
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Paul and Lisa are a rare find in the estate agent field. Complete reliable and incredibly contientious. Paul takes the time to find the right tenant. He is always available for any questions for both me, the landlord and the tenants. I highly recommend Paul ...
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“Our entire experience with Paul was seamless ......”

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Aug 08,2019
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By: 'Claire'
Aug 08,2019
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Our entire experience with Paul was seamless - a very considered and personalised letting service which enabled us to find the perfect property for us & our dog, and made us feel incredibly welcome in our new neighbourhood. Hopefully won't be needing to move in the ...
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“A reassuring and experienced agent in a compl......”

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Jul 31,2019
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Jul 31,2019
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A reassuring and experienced agent in a complex and changing regulatory environment - and very pleasant to deal with over the years...
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“Primrose Hill...”

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Jun 05,2019
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By: 'Alisa'
Jun 05,2019
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Paul Lee was an excellent agent, forthcoming, kind and patient. I had an overall outstanding experience, everything was organised and professionally executed.I highly recommend him and his agency !...
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“Personal and Efficient Service...”

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Mar 18,2019
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By: 'SC'
Mar 18,2019
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Paul Lee assisted in finding a rental property through to occupation, and organised the whole process extremely smoothly. His communication was excellent, and was very helpful and informative at every stage. The service we received from Paul Lee and Company was excellent....
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“Paul Lee understood the type of tenant we were looking for and secured us someone very suitable quickly....”

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Mar 11,2019
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By: 'Sarah'
Mar 11,2019
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We have worked with Paul Lee for nearly 20 years and they have always proved friendly and helpful with any issues. They have found us suitable tenants quickly and not wasted our time with unsuitable enquiries. Administration and paperwork has always been done promptly and efficiently. ...
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“Excellent service...”

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Feb 07,2019
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By: 'Very'
Feb 07,2019
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Paul and Lisa offer a totally comprehensive service - from finding superb tenants, to dealing with any queries I might have had as a landlord. They explain everything extremely clearly and deals with all issues in an extremely efficient and straightforward manner. I could not ...
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Fees are fine, totally in line with industry standard
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“Wonderful Experience...”

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Jan 27,2019
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By: 'Daniel'
Jan 27,2019
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Paul made the process of finding a home so much easier and enjoyable. I am very grateful for his kindness, generosity, and honesty throughout the housing search experience....
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“Great service....”

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Jan 07,2019
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By: 'K'
Jan 07,2019
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Paul was a great help to us - I would highly recommend Paul Lee & Company. He knows the area very well and communication was fast and professional....
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“Experience counts...”

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Nov 28,2018
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By: 'Mary'
Nov 28,2018
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Paul and Lisa have a wealth of experience having been in this business for over 40yrs.In an era of constant change it is very reassuring to have the same team working on your behalf. We are very satisfied with the service this company has ...
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This agents fees are good value.
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“Wonderful Service...”

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Nov 19,2018
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By: 'Paul'
Nov 19,2018
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We relocated to London from Lincoln after commuting for 5 years, and Paul Lee was incredible at meeting our needs and adjusting his schedule to look after us. Diligent, organised and incredibly knowledgeable, he made the whole process very simple, as we also felt very well ...
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Fees were very low, which was a bonus considering the high level of service provided.
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“Trustworthy, thorough, terrific...”

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Nov 19,2018
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By: 'Barney'
Nov 19,2018
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Paul and Lisa have always provided an outstanding service. They go the extra mile (or two) with advice and support. They keep you informed at every stage of the process and ensure you have the appropriate paperwork. An absolute pleasure to deal with....
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Fees are at standard market level but Paul and Lisa give above standard service
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“First Class...”

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Nov 15,2018
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By: 'Tara'
Nov 15,2018
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Paul is excellent. He has managed two of my flat moves in Primrose Hill. He is extremely organized, professional, helpful and friendly throughout. Most other agents I have dealt with have wasted my time showing me flats that didn't match my criteria. Paul got it ...
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I had no issues. Very reasonable for the service I received.
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Tenant Fees

Tenant Fees Apply

Once you have found a property that you would like rent we will put forward the terms of your offer to the Landlord. All offers following agreement of the terms remain Subject to Contract and Satisfactory References, until the signing and dating of the tenancy agreement by both Landlord and Tenant, and the receipt of satisfactory references.
TENANT EXPENSES FOR A TENANCY (new Assured Shorthold Tenancies (ASTs) signed on or after 1 June 2019)

The Tenant Fees Act 2019 comes into force on 1 June 2019, the fee ban applies to Assured Shorthold Tenancies (ASTs). From that date it is illegal for letting agents to charge fees to Tenants apart from a small number of exemptions that are referred to as ‘permitted payments’. Permitted payments are:
• Rent
• Utilities and council tax
• Tenancy/Security deposits
• Holding deposits
• Default fees
• Fees for changing a Tenant or ending a tenancy early

UNPAID RENT Interest at 3% above the Bank of England Base Rate from Rent Due Date until paid in order to pursue non payment of rent. Please Note: This will not be levied until the rent is more than 14 days in arrears.

LOST KEY(S) OR OTHER SECURITY DEVICE(S) Tenants are liable to the actual cost of replacing any lost key(s) or other security device(s). If the loss results in locks needing to be changed, the actual costs of a locksmith, new lock and replacement keys for the Tenant, Landlord any other persons requiring keys will be charged to the Tenant. If extra costs are incurred there will be a charge of £15 per hour (inc. VAT) for the time taken replacing lost key(s) or other security device(s).

VARIATION OF CONTRACT (TENANT’S REQUEST) £50 (inc. VAT) per agreed variation. To cover the costs associated with taking Landlord’s instructions as well as the preparation and execution of new legal documents.

CHANGE OF SHARER (TENANT’S REQUEST) £50 (inc. VAT) per replacement Tenant or any reasonable costs incurred if higher. To cover the costs associated with taking Landlord’s instructions, new Tenant referencing and Right-to-Rent checks, deposit registration as well as the preparation and execution of new legal documents.

EARLY TERMINATION (TENANT’S REQUEST) Should the Tenant wish to leave their contract early, they shall be liable to the Landlord’s costs in re-letting the property as well as all rent due under the tenancy until the start date of the replacement tenancy. These costs will be no more than the maximum amount of rent outstanding on the tenancy.
INITIAL MONIES DUE

After negotiations have been completed and the terms of the tenancy are agreed the following payments to the Agent will be required:
Holding Deposit (per tenancy)

One week’s rent. This is to reserve a property. Please Note: This will be withheld if any relevant person (including any guarantor(s)) withdraw from the tenancy, fail a Right-to-Rent check, provide materially significant false or misleading information, or fail to sign their tenancy agreement (and / or Deed of Guarantee) within 15 calendar days (or other Deadline for Agreement as mutually agreed in writing).
Rent

An initial rent payment in advance either calendar monthly or quarterly (based on the calculation of the agreed weekly rent multiplied by 52 weeks and divided by 12 months to equal the calendar monthly rent. The monthly rent if applicable is then multiplied by 3 to equal the quarterly rent).
A tenancy deposit, also known as a security deposit.

(PER TENANCY. RENT UNDER £50,000 PER YEAR) equal to Five weeks’ rent. This covers damages or defaults on the part of the Tenant during the tenancy.

(PER TENANCY. RENT OVER £50,000 PER YEAR) equal to Six weeks’ rent. This covers damages or defaults on the part of the Tenant during the tenancy

Please note. for tenancies that fall outside of the Housing Act a tenancy deposit can be agreed at an amount greater than six weeks rent if required.
For existing Assured Shorthold Tenancies (AST’s) signed before 1 June 2019 (up to 31 May 2020) and all/any Contractual - Common Law non Housing Act Tenancies

If your offer is accepted you will be asked to pay a Holding Deposit which is the equivalent to one weeks rent and the Tenancy Set up Fee. The Holding Deposit will be refunded to you at the commencement of the tenancy but not including the Tenancy Set up Fee (by means of deduction from the monies due as stated on the tenant statement) or in the event that the Landlord decides for any reason not to proceed. Should you change your mind about moving into the property, or the tenancy cannot proceed because your references are not forthcoming or prove unsatisfactory, this sum will be retained by Paul Lee & Company. After negotiations have been completed and the terms of the tenancy are agreed the following payments will be required:

• An initial rent payment in advance either calendar monthly or quarterly (based on the calculation of the agreed weekly rent multiplied by 52 weeks and divided by 12 months to equal the calendar monthly rent. The monthly rent if applicable is then multiplied by 3 to equal the quarterly rent).

• A tenancy deposit equal to six weeks rent if no pets or equal to eight weeks rent with pets of the agreed rent, i.e. £400.00 per week multiplied by 6 equals £2,400.00.

• A Tenancy Set up Fee of £85.00, inclusive of VAT charged per Tenant, as a one-time cost for the entire term of the tenancy to include any tenancy renewals. The Tenancy Set up Fee includes the cost of referencing (identity, immigration and visa confirmation, financial credit checks, obtaining references from current or previous employers / Landlords and any other relevant information to assess affordability) as well as contract negotiation (amending and agreeing terms), arranging the tenancy, the provision of the tenancy agreement, associated tenancy documents and the protection of the tenancy deposit with the TDS (please refer to the Deposit heading in our Tenants Guide). Please note, the tenancy deposit does not form part of the agent's fees.

• If the Landlord pays for and supplies you with a professional inventory report at the commencement of the tenancy, the Tenant agrees to then pay for the inventory check out at the end of the tenancy. The current cost for check outs, charged by the inventory clerk that we use range between £138.00 inclusive of VAT for a one bedroom property, £150.00 inclusive of VAT for a two bedroom property, £162.00 inclusive of VAT for a three bedroom property, £228.00 inclusive of VAT for a four bedroom property and £276.00 inclusive of VAT for a five bedroom property. Please note, we do not request an additional agent handling fee on top of this charge.

• Please note, if the property we have found you is through another Letting Agent then they will confirm to you their Tenancy Set up Fee and charges.

The initial monies paid to the Agent must be in cleared funds, the first payment is payable by bank transfer BACS or CHAPS to the Agents Clients Account and thereafter payments of rent should be made by bank standing order. You will be advised in writing if the future rental payments are made to the Agent or the Landlord.
Last updated at 05/06/2019, 6:38 PM by Paul Lee
Kindly note that legally, letting agents need to publish information about their tenancy fees, government-approved redress schemes and client money protection schemes on their website and on third party websites (on which agents are listed). For properties to lease/rent in England, agents need to keep this information up to date and precise on allAgents or specify within the property description.

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Last updated at 4:26 PM 05/06/2019 by paul lee

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