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We recently signed a contract for a property with Letting Unlimited. Everything was arranged and today a few days before our move, the agent let us know we can no longer rent the property because the owner did not approve it? 3 weeks into the notice period. We were offered a substandard place which is situated in a complex where the ethnic preferrences are were made clear - placing us at risk. Credit check were done and all was approved. If we had gone through the process and accepted the contract, signed and agreed. The owner is not of the intention to occupy the premises personally! This is clear evidence of breach of contract - leaving us stranded 3 days before the move.