Self-Service Tenant Reference Pack
Template pack for landlords running their own informal tenant references, identity, employment, previous-landlord and affordability checks. Not a regulated credit check, for that, use a regulated partner.
Indicative layout · actual DOCX + typeset PDF on download
- Tenant application form with GDPR consent
- Employer reference request template
- Previous-landlord reference template
- Affordability calculator worksheet
- Decision memo template
Landlords self-referencing prospective tenants before offer.
If you need a credit check, use a regulated partner (Experian, HomeLet).
Reviewed against: Common law + Tenant Fees Act 2019 (prohibited-payment carve-outs)
Applies in England. Each file carries a dated footer so you can prove currency.
Questions about this template
Is this template legally binding?+
The template produces a document that, once completed and signed by the parties, has the same legal effect as any written agreement. LetSafe UK provides self-help templates, not legal advice, for advice on your specific circumstances, consult a regulated solicitor.
What format is the download?+
You receive an editable Microsoft Word (DOCX) file and a typeset PDF immediately after payment. You can fill the DOCX in Word, Google Docs, or LibreOffice.
Can I use this template again for another property?+
Yes, the template is licensed for unlimited use by a single private landlord across your own portfolio. It is not licensed for resale or for use by letting agents acting for third parties.
What if the regulation changes?+
Free updates are included for 12 months from purchase. We maintain a regulation-currency register and re-issue the template when the underlying law moves.
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