Tenancy agreement drafting in Oxford
- Legal requirement
The short answer
Compliant tenancy agreements
- Price from
- £250.00
- Time on site
- 1 to 2 hours (consultation)
What you get
You get a professional, legally compliant Assured Shorthold Tenancy (AST) agreement or other relevant tenancy agreement tailored to your specific rental property and terms.
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When do you need a Tenancy agreement drafting?
You must have a written agreement ready before a new tenant moves into your home. The law requires these documents to be in writing to protect everyone involved.
- Before a new tenant moves in
- When changing an existing rental stay
- If you update your house rules
- When ownership of the property changes
- To allow pets under new rules
- If your old template is outdated
What happens on the day
Your professional will need specific details to create a safe and legal contract for you. They will check that your terms are fair and follow the latest government rules.
- Provide full names of all tenants
- Confirm the monthly rent amount
- Share the move in date
- List any specific garden rules
- Detail how the deposit is kept
- Review the digital draft provided
How to prepare
- Collect full names of every tenant
- Decide on the monthly rent price
- Choose a start date for tenancy
- Note down any specific house rules
- Find your deposit scheme provider details
- Gather your property's full postal address
- Check your own contact details are current
- List any items included with rental
How to improve your result
- Keep regular records of rent paid
- Use a government approved deposit scheme
- Send a digital copy to tenants
- Update the agreement if people change
- Ensure all parties sign the document
- Keep a signed copy stored safely
Why it is useful day to day
Having a clear agreement makes managing your property much easier and prevents arguments with tenants. It acts as a guidebook for a peaceful and professional relationship.
- Prevents confusion over repair duties
- Sets clear expectations for tenants
- Provides proof for tax records
- Makes rent collection much simpler
- Reduces the risk of disputes
- Gives you total peace of mind
Why we ask these questions
A professional helps you navigate complex rental laws without the stress of getting it wrong. They ensure your document is legally solid so you avoid expensive fines or court delays.
- Ensures all clauses are fair
- Checks you follow deposit rules
- Explains how to end tenancies
- Confirms pet request procedures
- Sets out legal rent increases
- Protects your property rights
Frequently asked questions
Often needed alongside
- Recurring
Letting agent (full management)
Find tenants and manage the tenancy
Tenant find only
Marketing, viewings, referencing, move-in
- Legal requirement
- Fixed price
Tenant referencing
Credit, employment and right-to-rent checks
- Legal requirement
- Fixed price
Inventory & check-in report
Photo inventory at move-in
- Legal requirement
HMO licence application
Prepare and submit licence
- Legal requirement
Deposit protection setup
Register the deposit and issue the prescribed information