Tenant screening
Letting a flat is no easy task. Cases where landlords have to deal with problematic tenants are still on the rise. While it is wise to be cautious before signing a lease agreement, what should you do when it is already too late?
Read the latest guide on how to screen a tenant in 2026 so they do not become a ticking time bomb.
Notice to terminate a tenancy
The most common problem is that tenants do not pay rent on time, or do not pay it at all. Many people mistakenly believe this issue can be resolved within a few weeks, but the opposite is true. If you decide to evict tenants, you face a process lasting at least three months, beginning with the delivery of written notice to terminate the tenancy. The three-month notice period starts on the first calendar day of the month following delivery of the notice to the tenant.
Are you dealing with termination of a lease agreement?
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Communicate in writing
We recommend keeping all communication with tenants in writing, for example via SMS or email. You may record calls, but only with the explicit consent of the other party. Keep all communication carefully so that you have evidence that you acted in accordance with the law. Bear in mind that, despite several amendments, the Civil Code still tends to protect tenants rather than landlords.
When a tenant causes damage
What should you do if a tenant causes damage? A refundable security deposit is intended for such cases and may be requested up to the amount of three months’ rent. However, the security deposit is usually set at one to two months’ rent so that it does not unnecessarily deter prospective tenants. It always depends on the specific flat and the value of its furnishings. Even this is no guarantee of full financial compensation, especially if you have not documented all the damage. For such situations, it is advisable to have a well-drafted handover protocol and documented evidence of the flat’s condition when it is handed over to the tenant. The security deposit can also be used to cover unpaid rent.
Professional assistance
The key to preventing these issues is flawless contractual documentation. A lease agreement contains many provisions that protect both the landlord and the tenant. For our clients, we carefully screen all prospective tenants, whether through the debtors’ register, their employer or previous landlords. We have found that this is the most effective way to prevent problems. This is also why we introduced our guaranteed rent service, under which we guarantee property owners pre-agreed rent even when the property is vacant or occupied by problematic tenants. We can offer this thanks to our thoroughness and prudent approach.