Common use of References and Applications Clause in Contracts

References and Applications. 20.1 The Agent shall obtain photographic proof of identity (passport, driving licence or ID card) from all prospective tenants to confirm the applicant’s identity, together where possible with a previous tenancy reference and employment reference. 20.2 The Agent shall inform The Landlord in writing of all applications by prospective tenants made on The Property, together with all relevant information about the application and the applicant(s). Applications by prospective tenants will be managed and approved on a first come first served basis, subject to suitable references in writing. 20.3 If a prospective tenant, with suitable references, agrees to occupy The Property up to 21 days after vacation of the existing Tenant or the date The Property was advertised as first available or the date of an untenanted property viewing (whichever is latest) The Agent may, at their sole discretion, accept the offer without deferring to The Landlord. 20.4 The first available date of entry for a prospective tenant is likely to be no less than five working days following the expiry date of the previous tenancy. This five-day window will be used to prepare for the incoming Tenant, including but not limited to; conducting move out inspections, preparing a new inventory for The Property and completing any required cleaning and maintenance. For the avoidance of doubt some maintenance and cleaning works may require more than five working days and The Landlord will be advised if that is likely to be the case. 20.5 Notwithstanding suitable referencing, The Agent cannot guarantee the suitability of tenants, timely rent payments or vacant possession upon termination of a tenancy. No liability shall attach to The Agent for the actions or failings of The Tenant(s).