How can I legally and ethically screen potential tenants for affordability without discriminating, given the rising cost of living in the UK?
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Screening for tenant affordability requires robust income and employment checks, alongside referencing, to ensure rent is sustainable without discriminating against protected characteristics. A common benchmark is a rent-to-income ratio of 2.5-3x.
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