Note: As of 2026 new legislation has resulted in us no longer focusing on residential properties for complex operational reasons. However, there still may be limited instances where we do have availability should we still hold residential property and decide to offer an existing property on the open market for rent.
All the questions and answers at your fingertips when it comes to renting a residential dwelling from Carlisle Lets.
How do I rent from you? Getting your foot through the door is quite simple when you deal with us.
Q- Do I have to pay a deposit?
A- On our properties, No – we don’t usually take deposits, only rent. Please telephone for more information on this subject.
Q – I have pets / children etc, is this OK?
A- Due to changes in legislation, we won’t unreasonably say no, but we may ask for proof of pet insurance to protect our property. Pets will be considered, families acceptable as we don’t discriminate.
Q – I’m a student, is this OK?
A – Please telephone for further information but our properties are not student friendly.
Q- I’m unemployed – will I be accepted?
A- We do not discriminate but strict affordability checks now take place for everyone who applies.
Q- Why are your rents lower than the average?
A- Because we own the vast majority of properties on offer, we don’t take a ‘cut’ of the rent each and every month which is usually held onto by a traditional letting agent to cover management fees and expenses. We are able to afford to pass on these savings to you as you are dealing direct with the landlord.
Q- How long can I stay for?
A-Tenancy agreements used to give you security for a minimum of six months, however, due to new legislation, tenancy agreements no longer have this protection and simply roll on for as long as needed.
Q- Can I stay for a fixed term?
A- No, unfortunately, but under new legislation, tenancy agreements simply roll on indefinitely. Under the old rules six month tenancies were common but this is now outlawed.
Q- Do you provide furnished properties?
A- Our owned properties are left carpeted ready to move into. You would need to provide washing machine, cooker and fridge. Our rents reflect this.
Q- How long does it take to move in?
A- After a brief initial meeting, if you are chosen for a property, once a decision is made, the tenancy drawn up, you can move in immediately! Remember, we’re a private concern, so we don’t operate on a first come first served basis – with increasing legislation, it’s more important that we ensure you can afford a property being offered for rent.
Q- Do I have any form of legal agreement?
A- Yes – You are given a tenancy agreement.
Q – Are you an estate or letting agent
A – No. We are a professionally run private business that is involved with the purchase and rental of buildings and property.
Q- How is the rent paid? Do you call round?
A- We collect rents by standing order. It means it comes out of your bank account direct meaning no one needs to call round to collect payment. Totally professional.
Q- Why rent from us?
A- Because we personally maintain and own our properties, you are not going through a middleman. You are dealing direct with a local landlord on our properties offered.
Q- Any age restrictions?
A- We do not discriminate.
For further details go to our contact us page or telephone 07739 103165.
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