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5 Top Tips For Southampton Landlords - Flat Or House RentalsTuesday 22nd January, 2008If you are considering renting out a property in Southampton or the surrounding area we hope our top 5 tips for Landlords will help. We also recommend you speak to a Letting Agent in Southampton, such as Tenant Direct. Top 5 tips for Landlords in Southampton 1) Where possible try to provide the Property with a Washing Machine. This can be so useful for prospective tenants as they are big/bulky items, which if coming from a previous rental property may not have. 2) Make sure the Property is clean/tidy and clear of clutter. This does sound obvious but some people’s opinion on clean and tidy differ quite a lot, so make sure your property has been cleaned thoroughly and if applicable ensure that communal areas are also clear of clutter as this is the first thing that a prospective tenant will see. 3) Neutral Décor. Bold colours can be very off putting and not to everyone’s taste, so make sure you use soft cream/white colours throughout and no ‘Avocado’ bathrooms. 4) Ensure that all Electrical Goods/Boilers etc have the correct safety certificates and are in good working order. This is a must for all Landlords, as the tenants safety is at risk if Health & Safety rules are not abide by, tenants should also check that the Landlords have all the relevant safety certificates. 5) Use a Letting Agent Using a reputable Letting Agent will ensure you achieve the best rent and your property only has the best quality tenants. Letting Agents in Southampton are best placed to give a realistic indication of what rent you will achieve due to their knowledge of the area. A good letting agent will take care of the day to day management of the house or flat, from the initial viewings to collecting the rent and dealing with paperwork. Tenant Direct are Letting Agents in Southampton who help landlords who have a property to rent in Southampton and the surrounding area. |