Safe flat rental – tips

Safe flat rental is in many cases a good solution. But how do you prepare for such a process? Tips on renting a unit may be useful to many of you. We are starting another mini guide. We hope our advice will prove useful.

Compare the unit with the description in the advertisement

If we are looking for a residential unit to rent, we often browse advertisements on the internet or in newspapers. Landlords write various, usually colourful descriptions. It is worth checking whether the promises match reality. Also check other information, for example:

• the amount of rent
• the amount of water/electricity/gas charges
• the type of heating in the property and the charges connected with it
• the exact location
• the layout and condition of the rooms

What can you do to get accurate information? There are several options. One of them is to ask the neighbours. They will tell you how the situation looks from their perspective, what charges they have, whether they like the location and the atmosphere in the building. They can also tell us how the building manager performs, or whether they are satisfied with the way the building is insulated. Good research and an inspection of the unit will let you gather valuable information and find out whether the flat to rent is really worth its price.

Who is the owner of the flat?

You must be sure that the person with whom you are concluding the property rental agreement is the owner of the unit or an authorised representative. How can you be certain? Ask for the land and mortgage register (księga wieczysta) number. You can check it online to get the information you need. Another solution is to ask to see the title deed. Then you can be sure that the person is the one in charge and that their decisions are decisive and lawful.

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Safe flat rental – the agreement is the foundation

You should not agree to rent a unit without first signing an agreement. This document is your only guarantee that the agreed terms will be observed. It protects both parties, not just you. What should this document contain?

• the landlord's personal details
• the amount of rent
• the payment deadline
• the term of the agreement
• the notice period
• the amount of the security deposit and its terms
• the furnishings of the flat
• any arrangements with the landlord
• the tenant's obligations
• the landlord's obligations

Another safeguard is drawing up a handover protocol (protokół zdawczo-odbiorczy). For your own protection you can record the meter readings, list the equipment available in the flat and note the general condition of the unit.

READ ALSO – HOW TO DRAW UP A HANDOVER PROTOCOL

Not sure whether renting the flat you have chosen is completely safe? Ask the specialists for help – the estate agents at REMAX Gold. They will help you search for a suitable unit and draw up a proper agreement.