Let your property with complete confidence

You must keep the property safe, compliant and in good repair. That means working smoke alarms on every storey and carbon monoxide alarms where there’s a fixed combustion appliance, an annual gas safety check by a Gas Safe engineer, an electrical inspection (EICR) at least every five years, and a valid EPC.

Tenant deposits must be protected in a government-approved scheme, you need to carry out Right to Rent checks, and you should give at least 24 hours’ written notice before visiting unless it’s an emergency. Keep clear records of rent, repairs and communication — they make any dispute far easier to resolve.

Rental law changes regularly (most recently the Renters’ Rights Act). A good agent keeps you compliant and handles referencing, rent collection and maintenance for you.

Before a tenant moves in you’ll need: a valid Energy Performance Certificate (rated E or above), a current gas safety certificate if there are gas appliances, a satisfactory EICR, working smoke and CO alarms, and Right to Rent checks on all adult occupiers.

You must also give tenants the required prescribed information, protect any deposit within 30 days, and provide the correct written terms of the tenancy. If the property is an HMO, check whether it needs a licence from the council. We’ll walk you through all of it.

Great marketing plus careful screening. We list on Rightmove, Zoopla and PrimeLocation, promote on social media, and use high-quality photos and clear descriptions to attract serious enquiries.

Every applicant is fully referenced — identity, Right to Rent, employment and affordability, previous landlord references and credit checks — so you can choose with confidence and stay on the right side of the law.

The agreement should set out the rent and when it’s due, the deposit and where it’s protected, who is responsible for what (repairs, bills, garden), rules on pets and alterations, and how either side can end the tenancy.

Since 1 May 2026 most new private tenancies in England are periodic (rolling) assured tenancies rather than fixed terms, so older templates may no longer be valid. We use up-to-date, legally compliant agreements.

The right rent depends on location, transport links, size, condition and features such as parking or outside space, as well as current demand. Pricing too high means longer voids; too low leaves money on the table.

We’ll give you a free rental valuation based on real local evidence. Remember that rent can now normally only be increased once a year, with at least two months’ notice, so it pays to set it correctly from the start.

An inventory is a detailed, photographed record of the property’s condition and contents at the start of a tenancy. It’s your key evidence if there’s a disagreement about damage versus fair wear and tear when the tenancy ends, and it makes deposit returns quicker and fairer for everyone.

Keep certificates up to date (gas annually, EICR every five years, EPC every ten), test alarms at the start of each tenancy, and carry out regular inspections so small issues are fixed before they become hazards. Under our managed service we track every renewal date for you.

Respond quickly, listen, keep written records and refer back to the tenancy agreement. Most issues are resolved by clear communication and prompt repairs. If a dispute continues, mediation or the deposit scheme’s free dispute service can help. Our management team handles tenant relations day to day.

Act early. Contact the tenant to understand what’s happened and whether a repayment plan is possible, and keep a record of every conversation. If arrears continue, take advice before serving any notice — the rules and grounds for possession changed in May 2026, and getting the paperwork wrong causes long delays. Rent guarantee insurance is worth considering.

Section 21 “no-fault” notices were abolished on 1 May 2026. Landlords must now rely on a specific legal ground — for example selling the property, moving in yourself or a family member, or serious rent arrears — serve the correct notice, and apply to court if the tenant doesn’t leave. Never try to remove a tenant yourself. We can guide you through the process and recommend specialist solicitors.

Budget for agency fees, insurance, safety certificates, maintenance and repairs, periods between tenants, and any licensing fees. Knowing these upfront — and having them managed properly — protects your yield.

It saves you time and stress. We handle referencing, rent collection, maintenance, inspections and compliance, with trusted contractors on call. It’s especially valuable if you have several properties, live further away, or simply want your investment looked after properly.