Manchester City Centre, Manchester, M3
4.7/5, 1376 reviews
94% recommended
90% sales valuation accuracy
93% sales fee satisfaction
87% lettings valuation accuracy
88% lettings fee satisfaction
Welcome to an independently-run, independently-minded estate and lettings agency.Ascend was founded on the belief that estate agents could do a lot better. We'd been working in the industry for a long time and were frustrated that most agencies were just so ordinary. Like their houses, these places were in ... show more Welcome to an independently-run, independently-minded estate and lettings agency.

Ascend was founded on the belief that estate agents could do a lot better. We'd been working in the industry for a long time and were frustrated that most agencies were just so ordinary. Like their houses, these places were in need of a new lick of paint. Bit of rising damp in the basement too.

So we decided to build our own home. This new home wasn't made of sticks or straw. It was founded on a deep-rooted, decade-long knowledge of Manchester, from the very bricks and mortar of the city centre to its outer reaches.

By a team of savvy individuals who loved the city and loved helping people invest, move and live in it. A team of quick thinkers and good listeners who did that rare thing: treat customers like people instead of transactions. Because they knew great service wasn't just about experience and expertise.

We had one philosophy: to keep the promises we made. Then we opened the doors.

Welcome to Ascend. We're built on higher standards.
Ascend | Property for sale or rent | built on higher standards

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Address

Ascend Properties
241 Deansgate
Manchester
Greater Manchester
M3 4EN
0161 637 8336

Performance statistics
Services Valuation Accuracy Fees Satisfaction Min Price of property reviewed Max Price of property reviewed
Sales 90% 93% £30,000 £245,500
Lettings 87% 88% £315 £3,575
Review statistics
From Landlords From Tenants From Vendors From Buyers Other
28 3 1192 72 19 0 23 0 33 6
Areas covered
  • M3
Services offered
  • Sales
  • Lettings
  • Block Management
  • Surveys
  • Conveyancing
  • Mortgage Advice
  • Home Builder
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Nov 22,2017
Minithumbup
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By: 'MariaDAH'
Nov 22,2017
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Rob was very kind and he arrived in time to our appointment. He answered precisely to all my questions and is helping me to move in a very short time.Rebecca has been also kind and she has sent me the documents and all the ...
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Fees are a bit higher than in previous agencies I have used. However, I'm happy with the fact they reduce the fee after filling this form. I also think is useful to collect this information for people interested in letting a house in the future and it's a way to keep a high-quality process on letting properties. We all need to feel comfortable and happy with a new home.
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“Robert Healy was very helpful and enthusiastic in making sure ......”

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Nov 17,2017
Minithumbup
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By: 'Elsa'
Nov 17,2017
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Robert Healy was very helpful and enthusiastic in making sure that I was fully aware of all the important information and fees required when renting a property for the first time. If you're new to renting and need some tips and guidance, I would definitely ...
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“Courtney is really nice guy!!Answer on all of my ......”

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Nov 16,2017
Minithumbup
By: 'Natalia'
Nov 16,2017
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Courtney is really nice guy!! Answer on all of my questions, so there was no doubts.. He created a nice and comfortable atmosphere....
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very good
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“Both Courtney & Aaron were really helpful in the process and ......”

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Nov 15,2017
Minithumbup
By: 'Olivia'
Nov 15,2017
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Both Courtney & Aaron were really helpful in the process and the whole thing went smoothly and very quickly! Would definitely recommend Ascend as others I have used in the past have been an absolute nightmare!! Looking forward to moving into my new apartment- thanks guys!...
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“Courtney was helpful in answering my calls and guiding me ......”

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Nov 15,2017
Minithumbup
By: 'Nouf'
Nov 15,2017
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Courtney was helpful in answering my calls and guiding me through the available properties. He is motivated and has good marketing skills!...
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“I thought the agent was courteous and informative and was ......”

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Nov 14,2017
Minithumbup
By: 'Martin'
Nov 14,2017
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I thought the agent was courteous and informative and was able to answer my queries at the time. The agent arrived on time for our appointment and had an overall knowledge of the Mill and its amenities...
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Not having rented before I thought they were a bit excessive but on comparison they are average
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“Ascend has been very helpful, informative and upfront about fees, ......”

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Nov 14,2017
Minithumbup
By: 'Andrew'
Nov 14,2017
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Ascend has been very helpful, informative and upfront about fees, details of the contract and the overall process of acquiring the property throughout. They were also always on time for viewings....
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“Aaron was incredibly friendly and warm. Treating me like an ......”

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Nov 14,2017
Minithumbup
By: 'amnioc'
Nov 14,2017
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Aaron was incredibly friendly and warm. Treating me like an adult and with respect, understanding my personal situation and willing to ask the questions to follow up on my queries. One note is that I did not receive the immediate follow up call as discussed ...
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“goodfantasticpatient when viewing the propertytalktivewhen we ask questions always patient ......”

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Nov 14,2017
Minithumbup
By: 'c'
Nov 14,2017
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good fantastic patient when viewing the property talktive when we ask questions always patient to answer with details and very nice to us...
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“Rob was very approachable. He kept us up to date ......”

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Nov 12,2017
Minithumbup
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By: 'Christina'
Nov 12,2017
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Rob was very approachable. He kept us up to date and addressed all concerns we had regarding our apartment. He communicated quickly and answered all our questions....
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“Rob was a polite gentleman who was very helpful and ......”

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Nov 12,2017
Minithumbup
Robert
By: 'Geneva'
Nov 12,2017
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Rob was a polite gentleman who was very helpful and accommodating with us. He answered all of our queries and responded very quickly and in a professional manner. Rob was very good at liaising with the landlord to get the flat to a higher standard. ...
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There are quite a few add ons with the agent fees, perhaps an all inclusive price from the start would be helpful and allows for clarity.
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“Very good staff to liase with, very professional. I would ......”

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Nov 05,2017
Minithumbup
By: 'Jon'
Nov 05,2017
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Very good staff to liase with, very professional. I would recommend him to anyone. Thank you so much, Courtney Crooks!...
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“Courtney was so helpful throughout the entire process. I initially ......”

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Nov 03,2017
Minithumbup
By: 'KimberleyBenham'
Nov 03,2017
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Courtney was so helpful throughout the entire process. I initially viewed a flat that was taken before I had the chance and he would regularly update me if anything new came up. Very grateful...
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Fee's were fine and to be expected
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“Excellent and prompt service. Decent response to time when contacted, ......”

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Nov 02,2017
Minithumbup
By: 'Chris'
Nov 02,2017
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Excellent and prompt service. Decent response to time when contacted, although could be a little faster. Very helpful and knowledgeable...
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Fees were higher than I expected them to be. Additionally, fees originated from multiple different costs. It would have been better for me if all fees were together in one lump sum
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“Courtney was very friendly and punctual during the day of ......”

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Nov 01,2017
Minithumbup
By: 'Stephanie'
Nov 01,2017
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Courtney was very friendly and punctual during the day of viewing the apartment, he also helped explained the process clearly. It was a Great service and very quick to help arrange a viewing and any extra questions or queries after the viewings. I would definitely ...
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“Ascend made the whole process as easy as possible. Brilliant ......”

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Oct 31,2017
Minithumbup
By: 'LKIRKHAM'
Oct 31,2017
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Ascend made the whole process as easy as possible. Brilliant service from Aaron, organising the viewing and Rebecca from the referencing team. Both are efficient, informative and friendly members of staff and I would recommend the service through Ascend....
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“Courtney was friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. Despite being late on ......”

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Oct 29,2017
Minithumbup
By: 'Kenyon'
Oct 29,2017
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Courtney was friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. Despite being late on a Friday night he assisted in getting the payment recognised so that we were able to secure the apartment....
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As expected
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“Aaron was knowledgeable and efficient which made the often complicated ......”

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Oct 27,2017
Minithumbup
By: 'VThreadgold'
Oct 27,2017
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Aaron was knowledgeable and efficient which made the often complicated and extended process of applying to rent very smooth. During the initial viewing of the apartment he was friendly and punctual - always appreciated! - and was prompt in his correspondence afterwards....
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“Aaron was punctual, friendly and explained everything clearly. He dealt ......”

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Oct 27,2017
Minithumbup
By: 'Rich'
Oct 27,2017
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Aaron was punctual, friendly and explained everything clearly. He dealt with relevant questions I had regarding my move in date and got my application started when promised....
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“Great and pleasant guy doing the whole prrocess finding and ......”

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Oct 27,2017
Minithumbup
By: 'Happy'
Oct 27,2017
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Great and pleasant guy doing the whole prrocess finding and leiing an apartment as good as possible. Top score for good service and information and friendlieness :-)...
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“Ascend were quick to arrange a viewing for me. Courtney, ......”

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Oct 20,2017
Minithumbup
By: 'Ed'
Oct 20,2017
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Ascend were quick to arrange a viewing for me. Courtney, a friendly and professional agent showed me around the property. The paper work was really quick. Now waiting to sign the contract and get the keys. Excellent service – so far!...
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“My experience with Ascend was very positive whilst looking for ......”

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Oct 18,2017
Minithumbup
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By: 'Dan'
Oct 18,2017
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My experience with Ascend was very positive whilst looking for a flat to rent within Manchester. With a varied range all over Manchester I always had an option. Rob was the agent who was present for all my viewings and very quickly grasped what I ...
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“Interestingly this Agent ask for reviews before you move into ......”

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Oct 18,2017
Minithumbdown
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Oct 18,2017
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Interestingly this Agent ask for reviews before you move into one of their properties and there is good reason. Tenants beware! Keep a paper trail of all communication with Ascend. Follow up every telephone conversation with a confirmation email and never trust that they will ...
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Oct 20, 2017
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Thanks for your feedback. We'd love to have the opportunity to chat to you regarding the problems you've encountered. After searching our system, we've not been able to find any trace of the issues you've noted here and we're obviously keen to resolve any problems you're having. Please could you give me a call directly on 0161 669 4982 so I can assist? Many thanks, Adam. ...

“.Ascend properties were very helpful towards me. Courtney one of ......”

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Oct 18,2017
Minithumbup
By: 'Reni'
Oct 18,2017
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.Ascend properties were very helpful towards me. Courtney one of the estate agents took us round two properties and was very nice and friendly. He was professional and honest and made it very easy for us to decide on a property with ascends. The service ...
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“Very helpful estate agent who responded to all correspondence quickly ......”

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Oct 18,2017
Minithumbup
Robert
By: 'Emily'
Oct 18,2017
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Very helpful estate agent who responded to all correspondence quickly and was very attentive. Made the whole process quick and easy....
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Fees high but in line with other agents
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“Courtney was great from the start, being very helpful and ......”

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Oct 16,2017
Minithumbup
By: 'Olly'
Oct 16,2017
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Courtney was great from the start, being very helpful and going out his way in order to help us secure our apartment....
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Good standard fee's
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“Both guys were very helpful throughout the whole application process. ......”

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Oct 13,2017
Minithumbup
By: 'Laurynas'
Oct 13,2017
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Both guys were very helpful throughout the whole application process. Aaron showed us the places around was being very informative and friendly. Meanwhile Ryan helped us and guided through the document part! Definitely going to be using this agency again in the future !...
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Reasonable
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“Me and my girlfriend have decided to move in together ......”

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Oct 12,2017
Minithumbup
Robert
By: 'Roman'
Oct 12,2017
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Me and my girlfriend have decided to move in together this year and as we were looking for flats/apartments we approached Ascend properties and on our viewing a guy named Robert. He was really useful with answering all our questions and his positive attitude ...
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Fees always be with all agencies but for what they’ve helped us with and we got they were friendly
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“Beth was really helpfull organising viewings and kept me updated ......”

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Oct 12,2017
Minithumbup
Robert
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Oct 12,2017
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Beth was really helpfull organising viewings and kept me updated Rob was a great help viewing the flat, answered all questions and helped going through the next progressing steps for us...
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Agency fees were affordable, cheaper than most other agancies too
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“Rob & Aaron have been extremely helpful, friendly and informative throughout ......”

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Oct 12,2017
Minithumbup
Robert
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Oct 12,2017
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Rob & Aaron have been extremely helpful, friendly and informative throughout the process. We're really happy to have signed the first flat we'd seen!...
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Transparent and fair
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Tenant Fees

Current Tenancies & Company lets Signed Before 1st June 2019

All fees include VAT:

Renewal fee: £180

Company let application Fees: £300

Company let Renewal fee: £180

New Assured Shorthold Tenancies (ASTs) Signed On or After 1st June 2019

Holding Deposit (per tenancy)

One Week’s rent. This is to reserve a property and will be offset against 1st months Rental. Please note: This will be withheld if any relevant person (including any guarantor(s)) withdraw from the tenancy, fail a Right-to-Rent check, provide materially significant false or misleading information, or fail to sign their tenancy agreement (and/or Deed of Guarantee) within 15 calendar days (or other Deadline for Agreement as mutually agreed in writing).

Security Deposit (per tenancy. Rent under £50,000 per year)

Five weeks’ rent. This covers damages or defaults on the part of the tenant during the tenancy.

Unpaid Rent

Interest at 3% above the Bank of England Base Rate from Rent Due Date until paid in order to pursue non-payment of rent. Please Note: This will not be levied until the rent is more than 14 days in arrears.

Lost Key(s) or other Security Device(s)

Tenants 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 tenant, landlord any other persons requiring keys will be charged to the tenant. If extra costs are incurred there will be a charge of £15 per hour (inc. VAT) for the time taken replacing lost key(s) or other security device(s).

Variation of Contract (Tenant’s Request)

£50 (inc. VAT) per agreed variation. To cover the costs associated with taking landlord’s instructions as well as the preparation and execution of new legal documents.

Change of Sharer (Tenant’s Request)

£50 (inc. VAT) per replacement tenant or any reasonable costs incurred if higher. To cover the costs associated with taking landlord’s instructions, new tenant referencing and Right-to-Rent checks, deposit registration as well as the preparation and execution of new legal documents.

Early Termination (Tenant’s Request)

Should the tenant 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 tenancy until the start date of the replacement tenancy. These costs will be no more than the maximum amount of rent outstanding on the tenancy.

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