year's rental paid in advance??!!!

Jul 24, 2010 · chicadeb · 3 replies · 1969 views

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Hi,

A couple want to rent my apartment for a year and have offered to pay me the whole year in advance (for a lower price, of course). I find this hard to believe that it could be genuine. Could it be a scam? Also, what paperwork should I request to see if and when we go to sign at the Gestoria? I was thinking about asking for a copy of their work contract and last 3 wage slips for both of them? Any advice. Many Thanks.

Jul 25, 2010 · ROB1305

If they are paying for the year in advance what does it matter about their wage slips? Have the rental contract professionally drawn up.

Aug 7, 2010 · susanspain

Make sure you get them to sign a 'Temporada'. I.e for 11 months only and temporary.
Renewable yearly.
This gives you protection and guarantees them this rental period is guaranteed.

You don't have to go to a solicitor to do it.
Just make sure you get a proper Temporada contract tho, and witnessed by someone.