Landlord Renting Guide
Why Should I use an Letting agent?
1. Time saving - Letting agents handle the entire process of advertising the property , conducting viewings ,screening the tenants and managing the tenancy agreement , this saves landlords a significant amount of time and effort.
2. Professional expertise - Letting agents have extensive knowledge and experience in the rental market . they can provide expert advice to landlords on rental prices , property maintainance , legal obligations and Tennant selection
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3.Wider reach - Letting agents have access to various advertising platforms and databases , which can help attract a larger pool of potential tenants. This increases the chances of finding suitable tenants quickly and minimizing void periods
4.Tennancy screening - Letting agents conduct a thorough background check on potential tenants including credit checks, employments verification and rental history. This helps the landlord choose reliable tenants and mitigate the risk of rental areas or damages
5.Property management - Letting agents can handle day to day management tasks such as rent collection , property inspections , dealing with maintenance issues and resolving Tennant disputes. This relieves landlords of the hassle and stress associated with managing their property
6. Legal Compliance - Letting agents have a good understanding of the ever changing laws and regulations governing the rental industry. They ensure the landlords comply with all legal requirements such as safety certificates , Tennant deposit protection and tenancy agreements.
How will my property be assessed?
Out team at Brown & Sharp estates will visit your property to assess its condition , layout and features and cover a full in depth anayalsis .This analysis will considers factors such as location , size , amenities and condition to determine a competitive rental price. Our experts will also give you advice on how to maximise your rent so that you are able to make the most of your property
Should I allow pets in my property?
Many landlords will put an instant ban on tenants having pets in their property , however it can be a huge selling point for potential tenants . We recommend all landlords to consider all applicants and compare on a case by case basis.
Furnished or Unfurnished?
This is an optional choice for the landlord , in some cases in can attract a higher rental value and be more attractive to potential tenants who do not have much furniture or nothing at all , however it can also make potential tenants look at other properties if they do not like the furniture you have in the Property . our advice would be speak to a member of our team and we can advise you on demand levels for each tenancy type in your area
Will Tennants look after my property?
Here at Brown & Sharp Estates we play a crucial role in minimizing the risk of your property being damaged by tenants , Yes it is impossible to guarantee tenants will look after your property how you would like them to as everyone has their own standards of living , However with our team conducting full vetting on potential tenants we will only put forward high quality tenants we think will be suited for your property