We understand that renting residential and commercial property can potentially be a confusing and daunting process. Have no fear, we are here to help! We provide management services that gives you a true “hands-off” experience, and you’ll still have the control when you need it.
We provide three levels of service that is ideal for most rental properties. Should you require a bespoke service that is tailored to your requirements then please do not hesitate to contact us, we’ll be more than happy to discuss this with you.
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| Rental valuation ?
Providing a rental valuation of your property and offering advice as required. |
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| Advertising ?
Your property will be placed on all property portals including Rightmove and Zoopla for maximum exposure. Unless specifically instructed otherwise, we will be erecting a To Let sign at the property within 48 hours of the commencement of marketing where appropriate. |
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| Accompanied viewings ?
Arrange and conduct viewings with prospective tenants for the property. |
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| Negotiating ?
Dealing with negotiations between all parties including third parties where necessary. |
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| Tenant references ?
Obtaining relevant tenant references and those of guarantors where applicable. |
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| EPC ?
Advising on and ensuring the property has a valid Energy Performance certificate in compliance with Article 7 of The European Directive on the Energy Performance of Building. |
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| Compliance with Gas Safety ?
Advising on and ensuring compliance with the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998 with regard to the inspection, maintenance, and keeping of records in respect of gas appliances in tenanted premises. |
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| Compliances with Furniture and Furnishings ?
Advising on and ensuring compliance with the Furniture and Furnishings (Fire) (Safety) Regulations 1988 (amended 1989, 1993 & 1996) with regard to minimum fire resistant standards of specified items supplied in the course of letting a property. |
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| Compliance with Electrical Equipment ?
Advising on and ensuring compliance with the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 1994 and other relevant legislation with regard to the condition and safety of electrical equipment and appliances in tenanted premises. |
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| Assured Shorthold Tenancy ?
Preparing an Assured Shorthold Tenancy Agreement in accordance with current housing law for signature by you and your tenant. |
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| Detailed inventory ?
Preparation and compilation of a detailed inventory of all items contained within the property and deemed to be included in the rental of the property. The inventory will also include a complete schedule of condition on the items listed within the inventory. The inventory will be completed by an inventory clerk to an appropriate standard (following the same system for every room in the property). This will be comprehensive document grading the condition of fixtures and fittings and, where relevant, furniture. Any damage to the property or fixtures will be described in detail. Externally, the gardens are described, and sheds and garages inventoried, if included in the tenancy. Photographic material will be used in most instances to form the inventory. |
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| Meter readings ?
Meter readings will be noted at the time of the inventory. This will not apply where pre-payment meters and key cards are utilised. |
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| Transfer of utility ?
Advising on and assisting in the transfer of utility service accounts where necessary. |
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| Holding deposit ?
Collecting and holding as stakeholder a security deposit usually equivalent to one and a half calendar month’s rental. |
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| Registration of deposit ?
Registration of the deposit with Tenancy Deposit Scheme. |
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| Signed inventory ?
A full master copy of the inventory will be forwarded to your tenant and checked by your tenant in conjunction with us. We will obtain a copy signed by your tenant. Your tenant will also be provided with an Amendment Form and an End of Tenancy Check List for their use. Any amendments submitted by your tenant will be incorporated into the inventory and an amended copy will be issued to The Landlord for their approval. Any further amendments made to the inventory at the start of the tenancy will be agreed between all parties i.e. The Landlord, The Agent and your tenant and each party will sign a declaration confirming that the inventory is true and correct. The Final Master Copy will be held by The Agent for future use. (A 14 day ‘grace’ period will be allowed for any amendment made.) |
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| Receiving and recording rental payments?
Receiving and recording ongoing rental payments from tenants. |
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| Landlord statements ?
Preparing and forwarding to you stated representative financial statements on a monthly basis, and remitting the balance of rental payments within one month, provided the same shall have actually been received. |
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| Inspection ?
Inspection of the property periodically to ensure compliance with the terms of the tenancy agreement. |
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| Managing maintenance issues ?
Arranging any repairs, maintenance or replacements to the property or contents which come to or are brought to our notice. |
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| Managing agreement ?
Taking appropriate initial action in the event of rent arrears or any other breach of condition of the agreement in an effort to remedy the situation. Where such arrears or breach persists, informing you or your nominated representative who will be responsible for taking any further action and meeting any costs involved. |
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| Serving legal notices/renewal/end of tenancy ?
Serving the required legal Notices and arranging Assured Shorthold Tenancy renewal terms where applicable or finalising the end of the tenancy. |
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| End of tenancy checks ?
At the end of the tenancy the inventory will be checked by a trained inventory clerk to a steadfast routine, following the same system for every room in the property. This will take place within five days of your tenant relinquishing the property and all keys having been surrendered to us. |
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| Return of deposit ?
Administrating the return of the deposit in accordance with the regulation set by the Tenancy Deposit Scheme. |
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