LETTING YOUR PROPERTY, THE PROFESSIONAL WAY

Timing

If you have a choice, let at a time most suitable to your property. If you have a furnished beachfront flat or a Clifton bungalow and are only interested in a short lease, you are probably best advised to let at maximum rental during the Season. Unfurnished properties can only be let on long leases.

Cosmetic

Almost any home can benefit from some cosmetic treatment. Paint, if necessary and see that your garden is neat and attractive.

Choosing an Agent

• Interview and establish what the agent knows about the market.
• Make sure the agent of your choice is in possession of a valid Fidelity Fund Certificate.
• For more information on the Company of your choice it might be advisable to phone the Institute of Realtors.
• Above all, are you comfortable with the agent of your choice?.
• Giving sole letting right to one good agent for a reasonable period may be more productive than having your home flogged about by all and sundry.

Setting the Price

Setting the price is of vital importance. A property with an unrealistically high price stays on the market forever. A good agent will be able to help you set a realistic price.

Ready to Let

• Decide whether you wish the agent to find a tenant, conclude a lease and collect the deposit only, or whether you wish the agent to collect the rentals as well and to conduct regular inspections.
• Discuss ideal viewing times and, if possible, provide the agent with keys.
• See that your property is always in a presentable condition.
• Leave negotiations to the agent. Every time the owner joins the negotiations the price goes down.
• Make sure that your agent can show your property at all reasonable times. Many leases have been lost because the agent did not have access.

To wind it all up - most good leases are a result of good strategy. We wish you a smooth letting experience and the best deal that the market offers.