What are the essential tenant referencing checks landlords must perform in the UK to comply with Right to Rent legislation and secure reliable tenants for a standard AST?
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Landlords must perform Right to Rent checks to verify identity and immigration status, alongside financial and background checks (employment, income, previous landlord references) to ensure a tenant's reliability and ability to pay rent for an AST.
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Essential tenant referencing checks for UK landlords: Right to Rent, financial viability, employment, and previous landlord references to secure reliable tenants and avoid fines.
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