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What Credit and Reference Checks does a Letting Agent Do?

Given that a letting agent is acting in the best interests of her client, it’s probably unsurprising that they will ask a new tenant to submit personal information so that they can undertake a credit check.
Most letting agents will request personal details including the full names, existing and past addresses (up to 5 years prior) and dates of birth of the prospective tenants. They will also be required to provide proof of ID (i.e. a passport or driving licence and copies of recent bank statements or utility bills), proof of address and details of existing employers. Information such as your national insurance number might also be requested as it helps identify you when a check is made.
The checks are carried out through one of several credit agencies such as Experian. The checks are likely to highlight evidence of bankruptcy, CCJs or IVAs (County Court Judgements or Individual Voluntary Arrangement).
Additional checks and requirements insisted upon by the landlord may include;
Understandably, a landlord is keen to make sure the person he is letting his home to is who he says he is. The checking process should not be feared and if you do have anything to declare we’d suggest you make it clear early in the process so that we can discuss it with the landlord before a credit check is undertaken.
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