Landlords
Interested in our property management services?
At Hunt Property Services, we have an award-winning lettings department that deals with every last detail about renting your property so you don't have to.
If you have a property that you would like to rent out and make a steady income with but don't want to worry about drafting a tenancy agreement, the pre-tenancy reference check, or the possible loss of rent, then the right estate agent can help.
Our team of experts have years of experience and can provide you with all the information you need about landlord's insurance, tenant responsibilities, and the certificates you need to have (and how to get them) so as to not have any misunderstanding with local authorities.
With a business based in the heart of Woodford Green, Hunt Property Services are happy to take your property on board whether locally or further away.
Where to start? Below are a few guidelines to assist you.
NEUTRAL COLOURS
Interior walls should be neutral colours and carpets plain
WEAR & TEAR
Fabrics and Furnishings (if any) should be able to withstand reasonable wear and tear and be of suitable quality
ANIMALS
Animals and their odours should be removed
FIRST IMPRESSIONS
The front door should be clean and the Entrance Hall clear of any obstructions as first impressions are important
CLEAN
The entire property should be clean and well-aired and the garden tidy.
Other important considerations for Landlords before Letting:
MORTGAGE PROVIDER/FREEHOLDER
Written consent must be obtained from your Mortgage Provider/Freeholder (if property is leasehold).
INSURANCE
Your Insurance Company must be notified that the property is to be rented out and appropriate insurance obtained for a tenanted property. There are specialist insurance companies who can provide this and we would be happy to assist you.
INLAND REVENUE
The Inland Revenue must also be informed within 6 months of letting your property, flat or apartment in the UK and failure to do so will incur penalties, interest and other consequences. The Inland Revenue are apt to deal harshly with Landlords who do not declare rental income and it is always best to seek advice on tax planning and Capital Gains Tax from a fully qualified Accountant.
POST
Mail should be redirected with the Post Office.
KEYS
Further copies of keys will need to be provided, at least two if you have Management Agents acting for you.
UTILITIES
Utilities such as gas/electricity/water/telephone & Council Tax will have to be transferred to the successful Tenant.
INVENTORY
An Inventory and Check In should be drawn up. This is an important legal document which forms an integral part of the Tenancy Agreement and, as such, it is a false economy to prepare your own in most cases.
The Inventory is required whether the property to let is furnished or unfurnished and accurate descriptions of the overall condition of wall/floor coverings, kitchen and bathroom fittings to name but a few are essential. Amounts cannot be withheld from the Tenant’s deposit unless the loss or damage is proved to have been caused by the Tenant.
In the event that any dispute concerning loss or damage to your property is not amicably resolved then the matter will be referred to the Courts and arbitration but should be noted that any judgement will be on the basis of written documentation – the Inventory.
