Countdown- Find accommodation in the UK
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Have a look at the accommodation countdown below if you are planning to move to the UK. Please note that this is intended as a guide only; you may be able to find accommodation in more or less time than this. It will depend on how high your standards are and the availability of houses on the market. However, following the countdown should save you some stress and allow you enough time to find accommodation in England.
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For a Room
4 weeks to go
Decide which area you want to move in. Identify websites with room ads. Research the area and average prices of rooms there. 3-2 weeks to go
Contact landlords and arrange viewings. Find your room and give the deposit to secure it.
1 week to go Contact moving companies. Start packing. Contact the landlord for getting the keys and handing over the first month's rent. |
For a Flat
6 weeks to go
Decide which area you want to move in. Identify websites with flat ads and agencies. Research the area and average prices of flats and houses there. 5-4 weeks to go Contact agencies and landlords and arrange viewings. Find your flat/ house. If you are renting from a private landlord, give the deposit to secure it. If you are renting from an agency, you will probably be required to give them a fee for their service at this point. The agency will now start a background check on you, usually a credit check. 3 weeks to go
(if renting from an agency)
Credit and references check clear. 1 week to go Contact moving companies. Start packing. Contact the landlord/ agency for getting the keys and handing over the first month's rent. |
