What are the essential tenant referencing checks I MUST conduct as a UK landlord to comply with Right to Rent and ideally prevent problem tenants, specifically for a family with a pet applying for a 3-bed semi-detached in the Midlands?
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Landlords must conduct Right to Rent checks, verify income, obtain credit checks, review landlord references, and consider pet references for a comprehensive tenant screening.
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