We are about to renew the tenancy agreement (AST) with our existing tenant. She would like to have her boyfriend move in with her.
The boyfriend is a student and would not be able to pay the rent and, therefore, would fail the financial part of the referencing - she would continue to pay the rent herself. Is it better to list him as a tenant or a permitted occupier?
I want to avoid a scenario where the tenant moves out; the boyfriend stays behind, cannot pay the rent, and then is protected by tenancy laws. Therefore, I thought a permitted occupier would be better.
I appreciate any help you can provide.
