Contact any persons or organisations who may contact you via post and advise them of your new address. Ensure this is done for other occupiers of, or charities or businesses registered at, the property. Expecting tenants to manage your mail is unreasonable and leaves you susceptible to fraud. The Royal Mail redirection service can be […]
Category: Preparing to Let a Property
Would it be possible to add the cost of storage for my personal items to the rent?
It would be unreasonable (and illegal) to charge a tenant for your storage costs. You could add the cost of your storage to the asking rent when marketing the property. However, setting the rent above the market rent for your property would make your property less appealing to prospective tenants and harder to let. Still […]
Do I need to change or get additional home insurance?
Possibly – check any terms of your mortgage provider about the level of cover they may require. Our Landlords’ Guide to Insurance provided as part of our Landlord Information Pack provides a brief overview of the different types of insurance policy that are available to landlords. Still not answered your question? We love questions so […]
What work will I have to do on my property during the void period?
There are several sources of information to help identify work required before you re-let a property: Damage & Wear and Tear • Observations from any pre Check-Out inspection reported to the landlord. • Check-Out Report provided to the landlord after the Check-Out. • Landlord (or agent) inspection post Check-Out. Improvements • Periodic inspection reports provided […]
Should I hold my rental property in a limited company?
Limited companies offer various benefits and explains why the number of people investing in property through limited companies has increased in recent years. This article summarises the pros and cons of holding property in a limited company. *** This article is provided for guidance only and does not constitute legal, financial or tax advice *** Pros […]
What should I do with possessions left in the garage by a previous occupier?
Attics, lofts, basements, cellars, garages, sheds and void spaces are not usually included in the Inventory and Schedule of Condition Report and unless specifically excluded by a special condition in the tenancy agreement are for the exclusive use of the tenant – any possessions for a previous occupier found in such spaces that are not […]
What should I do with the items on the Pre Check-In Check?
Any items brought to the attention of the landlord as part of the Pre Check-In Check are observations we have made at the property during our final check before the start of the tenancy. What action, if any, the landlord takes for each of those items is their choice. Items that would prevent the tenancy […]
Is there any reason why you couldn’t market the property now, rather than wait for end of tenancy?
There is nothing in law to prevent you doing this. However, you need to consider the following factors for the current tenancy before deciding to do this: The Surrender of the tenancy is a future event you cannot accurately predict so entering into an agreement (reservation or tenancy) before the current tenancy is surrendered carries […]
Do I need any sort of certification for a wood burner?
No – however we recommend for any appliances that are powered using a type of solid fuel (coal, wood, etc.) you: 1. Make available instructions on using the stove to include: Manufacturer’s instructions on how to operate the stove Instructions on how to light the fire Only use a fuel type that matches the manufacturer’s […]
Do unfurnished properties usually have curtains, fridge and washing machine left in them?
Curtains As a minimum provide curtain poles or curtain rails for all windows in the property. The additional provision of blinds or curtains will make the property even more appealing to prospective tenants. Blinds are cheaper than curtains, more durable and last longer. For large windows, fit two blinds side by side rather than one […]
