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The main purpose of writing a covering letter is to give you the chance to demonstrate to the recruiter your suitability, understanding and fit for a specific role.

Here are the do's and dont's for writing the perfect covering letter.

The key to a successful interview lies in the preparation, so its worth doing your homework before the event.

Here are tips to a good preparation for the interview.

A good CV is not only a way to highlight your skills and experience to an employer but your ticket to gaining that all important interview. By following some basic principles you will be able to present the information in a clear, concise and persuasive way.

An employer will always expect to see the following information in your CV.

Interviews are a two way process for us to determine whether you are suited to the job and for you to sell your
achievements and potential and to find out more about the role.

There are several different types of interview and selection exercises that could be used.

Should I include every job I've ever done?
I am worried that I can't account for my career history in enough detail. Is this a problem?
What information should be in my covering letter?
How long should my CV be?
Will using coloured paper make my application stand out?
What is an assessment centre?
What are ability tests?
What is personality profiling?
What is a Behavioural Interview?
What time should I arrive?
What should I wear?
What kind of person are you looking for?

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We believe that training and development is an essential requirement for us to ensure that we maintain our
competitive edge and create a high quality and professional workforce.

Read more about Morgan Randall career Training and Development.

Morgan Randall is one of the leading estate agencies in London and has a wide range of opportunities available
for determined and career minded individuals.

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Rent arrears are a landlord�s biggest nightmare. In the current economic climate a landlord�s biggest
pressure is fulfilling his/her financial obligations.

Please follow rent arrears link to find out how you can protect yourself from such situations.

Ask a question about rent arrears.

Once a tenancy is underway the landlord at some point may wish to seek possession of the property.
The first and most important factor is that any notice for possession should be served in accordance with the terms of the agreement.

Please follow the link to find out how do I get possession of my property.

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When letting out a property a Tenancy Agreement is used. This is the name given to the contract which exists between the landlord and tenant. A contract is the intention to create a legal relationship both parties must agree to be legally tied to the agreement made.

It is vital that you have a comprehensive tenancy agreement in place. At Morgan Randall our contracts have been drafted by legal professionals.

There are two types of tenancy agreements used depending on certain criteria relating to your tenancy.

Ask a question about Tenancy agreement.

Historically at the end of a tenancy an agent (or landlord) would release the deposit being held on the landlord�s behalf in accordance with an agreement met by the landlord and tenant. Unfortunately there were occasions when it was not that straightforward and there would often be hardship and inconvenience to both landlord and tenant resulting from disputes. On 6th April 2007 a new piece of Housing Act legislation came into effect. It dictated that all deposits taken for Assured Shorthold Tenancies (AST) after that date must be protected by a tenancy deposit scheme

There are two types of tenancy agreements used depending on certain criteria relating to your tenancy.

Ask a question about possession tenancy deposit scheme (TDS).

Anyone who lets residential property as a business activity is required by law to ensure the equipment they supply as part of the tenancy is safe.

Please follow the link to find out more about portable appliance testing.

Ask a question about portable appliance testing.

All landlords require insurance, irrespective of the size of their portfolio, a significant amount of capital is likely to be tied up in the property or properties and insurance can help protect the rental income stream and investment asset.

Please follow the link to find out more about landlord insurance.

Ask a question about landlord insurance.

The Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998 specifically deal with the installation, maintenance and use of gas appliances, fittings and flues in domestic and certain commercial premises. They place duties on landlords to ensure that gas appliances, fittings and flues provided for tenants� use are safe.

Please follow the link to find out more about gas safety certificates and checks.

Ask a question about gas safety certificates and checks.

As of 1st October 2008 you are required to have an Energy Performance Certificates (EPC) completed. Energy Performance Certificates (EPC) has been introduced to help improve the energy efficiency of buildings and if you are selling or letting a property out you now need a certificate by law.

Please follow the link to find out more about Energy Performance Certificates.

Ask a question about external referencing.

Correctly referencing a tenant will allow you access to the vital information to help you enjoy regular rental income and a great return on your investment.

Please follow the link to find out more about tenant referencing and background checks.

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Whether you are a landlord or tenant, it is vital that you are aware of your legal rights and obligations. The law protects both parties and does not permit you to "take the law into your own hands", irrespective of circumstances.

It is important that landlords fully understand their obligations. The answer to a smooth running tenancy lies with both parties fully adhering to their obligations under the agreement and communicating with the agent to this effect.

Please follow the link to find out more about landlord and tenant obligations.

Ask a question about landlord and tenant obligations.

It has never been more important for anyone involved in the letting and rental industry to understand the implications of the Tenancy Deposit Scheme (TDS) and the need for an independent and impartial inventory report.

Indeed, if there is no independent evidence of the original plight and condition of a property, there are no grounds on which to withhold a deposit or make deductions when a tenant vacates regardless of the state in which it is left. So an accurate detailed and independent inventory is an essential safeguard against costly disputes and loss of money both for the landlord and/or their agent and the tenant.

Furthermore, a tenant is far more likely to maintain a property well with the knowledge that an inventory has been completed.

Please follow the link to find out more about inventory services.

Ask a question about inventory services.

Using our long-term property market experience and Morgan Randall's highly skilled property valuers we guarantee to secure the best possible rental income.

Please follow the link to find out more about Morgan Randall free property valuation estimates.

Weather you are a tenant or landlord its important to know the law. Here at Morgan Randall we try to help you make well informed decisions, hence our website knowledge bank is updated on a regular basis.

Please follow the link to learn more about property law.

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Are you a landlord having problems with your tenant?
Has your tenant defaulted on rent?

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