Contract Holder(s) / Tenants

If this is the first time you have rented a property or if you are a seasoned contract holder, as experienced letting agents, we understand your needs and are here to help make your move as simple and hassle free as possible.

7 days a week and up to 7pm

We understand how tenants are often unable to attend viewings during office hours. That is why we are available to arrange viewings at the weekend and up to 7 pm.

Desirable properties

At BCL we pride ourselves on working with only the most reputable landlords and we only advertise exceptional properties in desirable locations.

Local Knowledge

Our experience permits a greater understanding of the pros and cons of neighbourhoods. We offer invaluable local advice, including guidance on where to find what you are looking for and at the price you want.

Transparent Services

We appreciate that moving house can be a stressful experience. We also believe that we should provide value for the work that we do to find and get you smoothly moved into your new home.

No fees!

As a tenant in Wales you do not pay any Agency fees to secure a property

Referencing Service

Once you've found the home you’re looking for, you’ll probably want to move in as soon as possible. We will efficiently perform all the required administrative duties, so you can move in quickly.

Contact BCL today to discover your next home.

We have a helpful guide and application form for prospective tenants. Should you have any other questions please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Contract Holder(s) Fees

	Fee	Information
Administration fee	No Fee	For all tenancies starting on or after 1^st September 2019.
Rent		Contract Holder(s) are responsible for paying rent monthly in advance as per the terms outlined in the occupation contract.
Holding Deposit	One week rent equivalent	This reserves the property whilst your application is being processed. Your holding deposit will be withheld if any contract holder (including a guarantor) withdraws from the occupation, if any contract holder provides false or misleading information or fail to sign their occupation contract (and / or Deed of Guarantee) within 15 calendar days (or other Deadline for Agreement as mutually agreed in writing).
Security Deposit	One month rent + £100.00	Before moving into the property, contract holder(s) are required to pay a security deposit. The maximum deposit is equivalent of five weeks' rent, unless the annual rent exceeds £50,000, in which case it's six weeks rent.
Pet Deposit	Additional security deposit required	To cover the added risk of property damage. This will be protected with your security deposit in a Government-authorised scheme and may be returned at the end of the occupation contract.

Other Costs

	Information
Late rental payment	Rental payments overdue by more than seven days will be subject to interest at the rate of 3% over the Bank of England base rate, calculated from the date the payment was due, up until the date payment is received. Rental payments overdue by more than seven days will be subject to interest at the rate of 3% over the Bank of England base rate, calculated from the date the payment was due, up until the date payment is received. For example Rent at £700 pcm would be 6.75% per day (Current bank of England base rate as of April 2026 is 3.75%) Rent per day is £23.01
Lost Keys or Other Security Devices	Contract holder(s) are liable to 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 contract holder(s), landlord and any other persons requiring keys will be charged to the contract holder(s). The locks to the property cannot be changed unless pre-authorised with BCL and therefore only in an emergency situation. An average call out cost is £75 (no vat) for Anylocks and out of office hours call out for PPM is anything upwards of £150 + vat (£150 + £30) £180 inc vat + the cost of keys/lock. Please check with the locksmith on costings before proceeding.
Early Termination of an Occupation Contract	Should the contract holder(s) wish to leave their contract early, they shall be liable to the landlord’s costs in re-letting the property as well as all rent due under the occupation contract until the start date of the replacement occupation contract. These costs will be no more than the maximum amount of rent outstanding on the tenancy.
Emergency/Out of Hours Call Out/Missed Appointments	To cover the actual costs incurred because of the contract holder(s) failing to keep a previously agreed appointment with any third party at the premises.