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We’re here to make renting a home in Essex, Suffolk and Hertfordshire. Simple, transparent, and enjoyable.
Our team supports you from your first enquiry through to moving in — ensuring a professional experience every step of the way.
Comprehensive guide to renting
Our experienced and friendly team at Fisher Estates is here to help you find your ideal home to rent. From one-bedroom apartments to spacious family houses, whether in Essex, Suffolk or Hertfordshire, furnished or unfurnished, we’ll work with you to find the property that suits your lifestyle.
Our website is updated daily with the latest available properties, or you can speak directly with one of our Lettings negotiators to discuss your requirements in detail.
We provide a comprehensive guide to renting in Essex, Suffolk and Hertfordshire, designed to give tenants helpful tips, practical advice, and a clear understanding of the rental process. Our goal is to ensure that every aspect of renting is transparent and straightforward, so you know exactly what to expect when renting through Fisher Estates.
We believe in making renting simple and stress-free. All our fees are clearly advertised upfront, and our expert knowledge of the local lettings market means you have all the information you need to make informed decisions. At Fisher Estates, we’re committed to supporting tenants with professional, approachable service every step of the way.
Let’s find the perfect property
Whether you’re a first-time buyer or navigating the housing ladder again, we’re here to offer honest advice, a steady hand, and a few laughs along the way. Ready to start your journey?
Assured Shorthold Tenancies (AST)
Holding Deposit (per tenancy)
One week’s rent. This is to reserve a property. Please Note: This will be withheld if any relevant person (including any guarantor(s)) withdraw from the tenancy, fail referencing or a Right- to-Rent check, provide materially significant false or misleading information, or fail to sign their tenancy agreement (and/or Deed of Guarantee) within 15 calendar days (or other Deadline for Agreement as mutually agreed in writing).
Security Deposit (per tenancy. Rent under £50,000 per year)
Five weeks’ rent. This covers damages or defaults on the part of the tenant during the tenancy.
Security Deposit (per tenancy. Rent of £50,000 or over per year)
Six weeks’ rent. This covers damages or defaults on the part of the tenant during the tenancy.
Unpaid Rent
Interest at 3% above the Bank of England Base Rate from Rent Due Date until paid in order to pursue non-payment of rent. Please Note: This will not be levied until the rent is more than 14 days in arrears.
Lost Key(s) or other Security Device(s)
Tenants are liable for the actual cost of replacing any lost key(s) or other security device(s). If the loss results in locks needing to be changed, the actual costs of a locksmith, new lock and replacement keys for the tenant, landlord and any other person(s) requiring keys, will be charged to the tenant. If extra costs are incurred there will be a charge of £15.00 per hour (inc. VAT) for the time taken replacing lost key(s) or other security device(s).
Variation of Contract (Tenant’s Request)
£50.00 (incl VAT) per agreed variation. To cover the costs associated with taking landlord’s instructions as well as the preparation and execution of new legal documents.
Change of Sharer (Tenant’s Request)
£50.00 (incl VAT) per replacement tenant or any reasonable costs incurred if higher. To cover the costs associated with taking landlord’s instructions, new tenant referencing and Right-to-Rent checks, deposit registration as well as the preparation and execution of new legal documents.
Early Termination (Tenant’s Request)
Should the tenant wish to leave their contract early, they shall be liable for the landlord’s costs in re-letting the property, as well as all rent due under the tenancy until the start date of the replacement tenancy. These costs will be no more than the maximum amount of rent outstanding on the tenancy.
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