Tenant Onboarding Pack — Checklist, References, Guarantor & Deposit
Tenant Onboarding Pack — Checklist, References, Guarantor & Deposit
Miss one step before move-in and you face a £7,000 fine.
The Renters' Rights Act 2025 added new obligations on top of existing requirements. You must now provide a Renters' Rights Act Information Sheet before the tenancy starts. Miss it: fine up to £7,000 and you can't serve a valid possession notice.
WHAT YOU GET (13 pages):
✓ Pre-tenancy compliance checklist — legal checks, tenancy documents, safety certificates, mandatory documents (tick-box format)
✓ Right to Rent verification record — structured form for 2 tenants with follow-up check dates
✓ Reference request: previous landlord — rent history, property condition, neighbour issues
✓ Reference request: employer — employment status, income confirmation
✓ Guarantor agreement — joint and several liability with witness signature
✓ Deposit prescribed information — Housing Act 2004 compliant with tenant rights section
✓ Proof of service record — How to Rent guide and Information Sheet delivery evidence
Tick every box before handing over the keys.
England only. Editable Word (.docx). Instant download.
Important information
Our documents are templates and general guidance, not legal advice. CompliancePackUK is not a law firm. Every document needs to be checked and adapted to your own circumstances before you use it, and you should take professional advice where the stakes are high or you are unsure.
They are written for England and reflect the law as at October 2026. Legislation changes, so check that the document is still current before you rely on it. Our Annual Update subscription is one way to keep documents up to date.
These documents were created with the help of AI tools and then edited and directed by the seller.
Nothing on this page limits your statutory rights as a consumer.