Tenant Referencing

Tenant referencing is the process a landlord or letting agent uses to verify the information you provide as a prospective tenant. These checks confirm important details, such as your income and renting history, and help the landlord feel confident that you can responsibly rent and maintain the property.

Why Referencing Is Needed

By completing tenant referencing, the landlord can be confident that you:

✔️ Have a legal Right to Rent in the UK
✔️ Earn enough to cover the rent and can pay it on time
✔️ Will take good care of the property during your tenancy

What Checks Might Be Required?

The specific checks you are asked to complete may vary depending on your situation, For example, whether you are a student, full-time employee, self-employed, or new to the UK.

You may be asked to provide:

Right to Rent check
Proof of employment or income
Previous landlord reference
Guarantor reference, if you do not meet certain financial criteria
AML (Anti-Money Laundering) checks, which are standard procedures to confirm that the funds being used are from legitimate sources

💡 Note: AML checks are routine and nothing to worry about, they simply ensure compliance with UK regulations.

What if I Don’t Meet the Criteria?

There are many reasons why an application may not meet all referencing requirements.

If this happens, please get in touch with us before worrying or making assumptions.

Our friendly advisors will:

Review your situation
Explain the referencing requirements
Discuss any options or alternatives that may be available to you

Contact Us

📧 Email: hello@beecityliving.co.uk

📞 Phone: 0161 211 3908