How to ask for a longer tenancy agreement | housing advice | Shelter

We look at how you can negotiate a longer contract with your landlord using a longer term tenancy agreement.

When you’re looking to rent a new home ask if the landlord or agent will agree to a longer term contract.

If you’re already renting and would like to stay longer, ask about a longer term contract when it’s time to renew.

Point out the advantages to the landlord or letting agent:

Landlords will have reduced admin work and lower costs for:
-tenancy renewals or re-letting
-inventory checking
-tenancy deposit protection and return
-right to rent immigration checks

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