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Property to let? Take the plunge!
Wednesday, November 18, 2015
Whether you’re new to letting or an experienced landlord, now’s the time to make sure your property is winter proof, to do routine maintenance and repairs to brickwork, pipes and guttering –and to check exterior lighting ready for the dark evenings and wet and windy weather ahead. Ask your agent to advise you on what you need to do to get ready to let and to make your property safe and welcoming for tenants.
Even experienced landlords find preparing a property for letting very time-consuming. Property Management can be the answer and may even achieve a higher rental value from the property. Some tenants insist on renting managed properties and are prepared to pay a premium for the peace of mind it provides. As a landlord you benefit from routine maintenance, inspection and repairs, 24 hour emergency repairs, collection of rent, transfer of utilities and renewal of gas safety and compliance with regulations, rent demand, a dedicated accounts team and portfolio management. Landlords can even let their property and go abroad, knowing that they’re leaving it in safe hands with an ARLA lettings agent. With a locally based property management team on hand you can count on rapid response and effective solutions to any problems and a stress free let.
The lettings process is complicated so if you’re thinking of taking the plunge, have a look at our detailed lettings guide with everything from EPCs to legal responsibilities.
