The first step
If you are considering the possibility of letting your property in the near future, or indeed you have a portfolio of properties, you will need to select your Letting & Managing Agents with care, an Agent who is well able to guide you professionally through the maze of problems that a Landlord can encounter. Roger W Dean & Co provide specialist advice and guidance to prospective Landlords, giving you peace of mind, and a time and cost effective solution, in all aspects of letting, including agreements, advice on the current market rent obtainable, presentation of the property, marketing and the day to day management, maintenance and repair of perhaps your most valuable asset.
Finding tenants
We will undertake to market your property in order to secure suitable tenants. References will be taken from: employers, previous landlords, bankers and personal reference together with details of next of kin, payslips and bank statements. We are very careful in our selection and make sure tenants are suitable for each individual property taking into account the rent, size of the property and occupation of the proposed tenants.
The tenancy agreement We will draw up a suitable tenancy agreement – an assured shorthold tenancy agreement – under the Housing Act 1988, which is a legally binding contract. Thus allowing possession of the property by giving formal notice after the initial six months. |
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Deposit
A sum greater than a months rent will be held as a deposit. This is only refunded once the tenants have vacated and the property has been found to be in good order. All final bills must be paid in full and proof of payment shown. Any repairs, damage or items needing attention will be rectified immediately and the cost taken from the deposit.
Rent
The rent is payable on the 1st of the month. We will collect this and remit to you on a monthly basis (approx. 20th of each month) via Bacs direct into your bank account – together with a statement of account. We will also be responsible for chasing any rental arrears – which is rare, due to our careful selection of tenants in the beginning. However any cost incurred will be borne by the landlord.
Utilities
It is the tenants responsibility to pay for all outgoings (including council tax and water rates) whilst in occupation, payment of the same will be checked before the deposit is refunded.
Repairs/Maintenance The landlord is responsible for all repairs caused by fair wear and tear and is required to maintain the property. We will arrange for any repairs on your behalf by reliable service men who are known to us and who offer reasonable quotations. Gas & electricity services need to be inspected on an annual basis by approved engineers and a smoke alarm is required on both levels. |
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Furniture Usually most properties are left furnished – by furnished we refer to the essentials:- 3 piece suite, dining table and chairs, cooker, fridge & washing machine. Bed and wardrobe to each room. Carpets and curtains throughout. A smoke alarm should be installed to each floor. We will be pleased, however, to discuss these items in further detail. We do also provide unfurnished accommodation. |
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Advertising
- Local and regional press advertising
- Detailed brochures with coloured photographs
- To let board
- 24/7 internet coverage
- Accompanied viewings
- Manchester Airport coverage including Plane Talk Magazine
Inspection We will inspect the property to make sure your property is being well looked after and your investment is being maintained. |
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Insurance
You are required to take out appropriate insurance and advise the insurance company that the property is occupied by tenants. You should insure your own belongings and the tenants will be responsible for their own possessions.
If the property is subject to a mortgage, the lender should be advised of the tenancy arrangements – an administration fee may be payable to the lender.
Vacation
We will serve notice to the tenants as and when required and check the condition of the property once the keys are returned, together with confirmation that all final bills have been paid.
Market Appraisal
We will be pleased to offer you a convenient appointment to give you a free, no obligation market appraisal of your property.
Finally
After many years of managing properties on our behalf and on behalf of Landlords – we understand your priorities and needs – a reliable efficient and established service, providing peace of mind for you. Contact Carole Hayhoe at our Heald Green Office. Members of RLA and approved by NALS
The cost of the call is pence
The peace of mind is priceless
Roger Dean & Company
218 Finney Lane , Heald Green
0161 - 437 0711