Proceed with Caution
I recently inquired about a room with Julian & Co Managing Partners Ltd and was sent a Licence to Occupy instead of a proper tenancy agreement. After reviewing the contract and hearing concerns from previous tenants, I decided not to go forward — and I want to warn others.
The licence agreement is heavily one-sided:
Your deposit is not protected in a government-backed scheme like DPS or TDS.
The landlord can enter your room at any time and even move you to a different property with just 7 days’ notice.
You are charged excessive fees (up to £450 for cleaning, £175 for emergency callouts, £150 for missed maintenance access, and more).
There’s very little legal protection for you as a tenant, since it’s not an Assured Shorthold Tenancy (AST).
If you want to leave early, there’s a £450 penalty, even if you find a replacement tenant.
I also received negative feedback from previous tenants warning me about poor communication and questionable practices.
This setup may be “legal” for shared accommodation, but it offers minimal security for renters. If you're looking for a fair and stable rental experience, I’d recommend choosing a landlord or agency that offers proper AST contracts and protects your deposit.
25 de marzo de 2025
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