Tenant Reference Request Letter

Letter to previous landlord requesting tenant reference.

Updated: 15 March 2026

Document Overview

Tenant Reference Request

Request reference from tenant's previous landlord.

What to Ask:

Tenancy dates
Rent amount and payment history
Any arrears or late payments
Property condition at end
Any issues or complaints
Would they rent to them again?

GDPR Compliance:

Ensure you have tenant's consent to request references.

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