Our Services We offer two primary services – Full Management and Tenant Finding Full Management By far our most popular option, especially for small private Landlords with less than 10 properties. The service covers the following areas- Marketing via local press, email, direct fax, retail partners, To Let boards, search engines and website Carry out accompanied viewings and fill out with the prospective tenant a 'Tenancy Enquiry Form' to hi-light smokers, pets, children etc. Follow up all references. Tenant selection and screening Preparation of agreements to comply with the conditions set out in the 1988 Housing Act as amended by the 1996 Housing Act (Assured Shorthold Tenancies minimum 6 months duration) Hold Damages Bond which is refundable only when we are satisfied the property is left in a clean and tidy condition. Certification for multiple occupancy dwellings Property inventories Safety certification to ensure compliance with (amongst others) The Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998, Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 1994 & Low Voltage Electrical Equipment Regulations 1989, The Furniture & Furnishings (Fire) (Safety) Regulations 1988 (as amended), Smoke Detection Act 1991. Failure to comply with these regulations may lead to criminal and civil proceedings resulting in a fine and / or imprisonment. Record meter readings and liaise with the Electricity, Gas, Water and Local Council on your behalf. Rent collection - monthly from the tenant by Standing Order, Cheque or Collection Regular property inspections Payment of outgoings to independent or landlord approved contractors Repairs and maintenance including gardeners if required Dispute resolution Our fees for this service start at 12.5% + VAT of the monthly rental, £88.13 (incl. VAT) setting up fee, £41.13 (incl. VAT) advertising fee, £58.75 (incl. VAT) tenancy renewal fee. TENANT FINDING - TENANT FINDING SERVICE This is designed for Landlords who require our professional service in acquiring and vetting suitable Tenants We will- Inform local companies, relocation agents on our register. Advertise in the local press and designated advertising boards in all areas. Carry out accompanied viewings and fill out with the prospective tenant a 'Tenancy Enquiry Form' to hi-light smokers, pets, children etc. Follow up all references. Prepare Assured Shorthold Tenancy Agreements which comply to current legislation. Collect a Damages Bond on your behalf We will not: Inspect your property during the Tenancy. Deal with maintenance or repairs. Record meter readings or liase with Electricity, Gas, Water and Local Council. Deal with any disputes Our Fee for this service is one Months Rent + VAT.