Letting a property should be a rewarding experience, not a hassle. At Parkes, we provide hands on support for landlords, offering everything from property preparation and tenant sourcing to legal compliance and rent collection. Whether you’re a first-time landlord or a seasoned investor, our Landlord Guide walks you through every step of the letting process, ensuring you maximise your return and protect your investment. Here’s how we guide you from start to finish:
We start by assessing your property’s rental value based on a detailed analysis of its location, condition, and current market trends. Our expert team uses up-to-date data to provide an accurate valuation, ensuring your property is priced competitively to attract quality tenants while achieving the best possible return.
First impressions matter. We’ll advise you on how to present your property to potential tenants, including recommendations for furnishings, decor, and minor repairs. We’ll also ensure that all necessary safety certificates (EPC, gas safety, EICR) are in place and that your property complies with current lettings legislation, including energy efficiency standards and fire safety regulations.
Your property will be professionally photographed and showcased across all major property portals, social media platforms, and our extensive tenant database. We craft compelling listings that highlight your property’s best features, ensuring maximum exposure to attract a wide pool of quality tenants.
We go beyond simply finding tenants, we ensure they are the right fit for your property. We carry out comprehensive referencing checks, including credit assessments, employment verification, and landlord references, so you can be confident that your tenants are reliable and financially stable.
Once we’ve found the right tenant, we take care of all the legalities to ensure everything is above board and protects both you and your tenant. We draft a legally compliant tenancy agreement that clearly outlines the rights and responsibilities of both parties, ensuring full transparency. We also make sure the tenant’s deposit is securely registered with a government-approved scheme, as required by law, providing peace of mind for both you and your tenant. In addition, we ensure all necessary documentation, such as the “How to Rent” guide and relevant safety certificates, are provided to your tenant at the appropriate stages of the process. By handling these crucial legal steps, we ensure that the tenancy is set up correctly and that you remain compliant with all lettings legislation.
We carry out a comprehensive check-in inventory that meticulously documents the condition of the property, from the condition of fixtures and fittings to any existing wear and tear. This thorough process ensures that everything is in order before the tenant moves in, setting clear expectations from the outset. The inventory not only helps safeguard against potential disputes at the end of the tenancy but also provides both you and the tenant with a transparent, accurate record of the property’s condition. This step fosters a smooth and hassle-free move-in experience, giving your tenants confidence and ensuring you have a clear baseline for any future inspections.
We provide a range of flexible property management options tailored to suit your specific needs and preferences. Whether you’re looking for a let-only service, where we handle tenant sourcing, referencing, and placement, or a full property management service, where we take care of everything from rent collection and tenant communications to routine maintenance and regular property inspections, we’ve got you covered. With our full management service, you can rest easy knowing that every aspect of your property is being expertly managed, whether it’s addressing tenant concerns promptly, ensuring timely rent payments, or overseeing necessary repairs. Our goal is to relieve you of the day-to-day management tasks, providing you with peace of mind and confidence that your property is in the best possible hands.
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