Looking to Rent for the First time in London
If you are looking forward to moving to London for the first time can be exciting and challenging! Therefore, we have the following tips when it comes to looking for your first flat/apartment in London.
- Find out what you are looking for and what part of London you are looking to move to. For example, South London will give you newer buildings and a bit more space for your money. Carry out plenty of research in terms of what facilities are close by, how long your train journey will take to work and what local restaurants, shops are nearby.
- When you are looking at the rental prices make sure you check what the additional costs are such as management fees, council tax, water rates, what type of heating the apartment is used (gas, electric or oil).
- If you know anyone that lives in London ask for their opinion on the area and see if they know of anywhere coming up for rent. If they know of someone who is renting out an apartment or flat that will save you estate agent fees.
- If you are able or willing to share your apartment with a flatmate the more flatmates you can fit the cheaper the cost per room will be. For example, if you get a house that has 6 bedrooms it may be cheaper than a one-bedroom apartment as the costs will be divided between you and your flatmates.
- If you are looking to save money then consider living in the outskirts of London and avoid the centre of London. Excellent transport links exist and travelling into the Centre should not take that long.
- Make sure that your deposit is transferred into a tenancy deposit protection scheme and that you receive a receipt for your rental payments. Never pay your rent or deposit in cash, make a BACS transfer or credit card payment so you have proof of payments being made.
- Plan ahead before you move as the demand for rental property in London is very high. Therefore, don't expect to get the first flat that you look at as you will be in competition with other people in the same position as you. Be friendly and respectable to your potential landlord/estate agent as finding your perfect apartment is just like an interview as the landlord will only rent out their property to the tenant that they are the most comfortable with. The best properties will always have people fighting over them so it's important that you prove that you are the best and most responsible tenant.
If you are about to rent an apartment or flat in London or you are a Landlord get in touch with Property Insurance Centre today on 0800 085 3761 for our best rates on our Block Of Flats insurance Quotes.
Why choose the Property Insurance Centre
Independent advice by approachable staff online or by phone
Access to a wide range of insurers to source suitable insurance cover for your needs
Bespoke Insurance Schemes & Portfolio Policies available
We can tailor your policy to suit your exact needs to give you complete peace of mind
Competitive Premiums
Cover available for the buildings while the property is being converted, renovated or extended
Over 40 years experience working with the best insurers in the UK
Excellent communication so that you understand what risks you are insured against
Why choose the Property Insurance Centre
Independent broker with staff you can speak to by phone or online
Access to a wide range of insurers to source suitable insurance cover for your needs
Bespoke Insurance Schemes & Portfolio Policies available
We can tailor your policy to suit your exact needs to give you complete peace of mind
Competitive Premiums
Cover available for the buildings while the property is being converted, renovated or extended
Over 40 years experience working with the best insurers in the UK
Excellent communication so that you understand what risks you are insured against
Why choose the Property Insurance Centre
Independent broker with staff you can speak to by phone or online
Access to a wide range of insurers to source suitable insurance cover for your needs
Bespoke Insurance Schemes & Portfolio Policies available
We can tailor your policy to suit your exact needs to give you complete peace of mind
Competitive Premiums
Cover available for the buildings while the property is being converted, renovated or extended
Over 40 years experience working with the best insurers in the UK
Excellent communication so that you understand what risks you are insured against
Specialists in Commercial & Residential Insurance
We have over 40 years experience as Residential and Commercial Insurance Brokers. We find the right policy to suit your needs and understand the risks that a property owner can face in the course of ownership. We work closely with our Insurers to get the best rates and our experience and excellent relationships with them mean that we can provide cover for even the most difficult to place risks.
Whether you have an adverse claims history, a high value property or a large portfolio of properties, we can source suitable cover for you. Whatever your requirements, we can tailor a specialist property insurance policy to suit your exact needs and provide you with a range of quotes to choose from. Established in 1976, we are not a call centre but a specialist insurance broker with a traditional office mentality, where the client comes first.
Looking for a quote now? Give us a call on 0800 085 3761 or complete one of our quote request forms.
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- 4 Insurance under one roof
- 5 We are specialists in many types of insurance
- 6 Block of Flats
- 7 Unoccupied
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- 9 Residential Landlord
- 10 Land Liability
- 11 Commercial Property
- 12 Lockup Garage
- 13 Restaurant
- 14 Takeaway
- 15 Classic Car
- 16 Mixed Use
- 17 Tradesmen
- 18 Why choose the Property Insurance Centre
- 19 Independent advice by approachable staff online or by phone
- 20 Access to a wide range of insurers to source suitable insurance cover for your needs
- 21 Bespoke Insurance Schemes & Portfolio Policies available
- 22 We can tailor your policy to suit your exact needs to give you complete peace of mind
- 23 Competitive Premiums
- 24 Cover available for the buildings while the property is being converted, renovated or extended
- 25 Over 40 years experience working with the best insurers in the UK
- 26 Excellent communication so that you understand what risks you are insured against
- 27 Why choose the Property Insurance Centre
- 28 Independent broker with staff you can speak to by phone or online
- 29 Access to a wide range of insurers to source suitable insurance cover for your needs
- 30 Bespoke Insurance Schemes & Portfolio Policies available
- 31 We can tailor your policy to suit your exact needs to give you complete peace of mind
- 32 Competitive Premiums
- 33 Cover available for the buildings while the property is being converted, renovated or extended
- 34 Over 40 years experience working with the best insurers in the UK
- 35 Excellent communication so that you understand what risks you are insured against
- 36 Why choose the Property Insurance Centre
- 37 Independent broker with staff you can speak to by phone or online
- 38 Access to a wide range of insurers to source suitable insurance cover for your needs
- 39 Bespoke Insurance Schemes & Portfolio Policies available
- 40 We can tailor your policy to suit your exact needs to give you complete peace of mind
- 41 Competitive Premiums
- 42 Cover available for the buildings while the property is being converted, renovated or extended
- 43 Over 40 years experience working with the best insurers in the UK
- 44 Excellent communication so that you understand what risks you are insured against
- 45 Specialists in Commercial & Residential Insurance
- 46 Get In Touch:
- 47 We accept most payment types including:
- 48 UK Call Handlers & Dedicated New Business Team
- 49 Call Us on 0800 085 3761
