Here at Oaklands Estates we have put together this short letting guide to help you navigate the process of letting out your property.
We will visit your property and carry out an in-depth assessment to determine the rental value that can be obtained. We do this by analysing comparable properties that have been recently let by ourselves as well as the wider market, considering factors such location, size of property, number of bedrooms and bathrooms, overall condition, parking, garden, furnishings and much more. We will then suggest ideas on how you could achieve an optimum rental value, which are there for you to consider. We always look to achieve optimum rent for our clients and will suggest a price we feel is optimistic as well a realistic.
An often overlooked yet vital aspect of letting your property is the legal requirements that you the landlord is responsible for.
Requirements such as a valid EPC Certificate, Gas Safety Record & Provision of functioning Smoke Alarms are among the most important.
First impressions go a long way when a prospective tenant is viewing your property.
We tend to find that a property that is tidy, well-kept and presentable attracts a likewise tenant and helps the decision-making process for the right tenant, as well as justifying a higher rental value.
The following can significantly enhance the potential for a successful letting of your property:
We showcase your home to the largest possible audience.
Our dedicated & experienced team of negotiators use various tools to market your property. We have a prominent shopfront in Shepherd's Bush with large window displays along with properties appearing on the main online portals such as Rightmove, Zoopla & Primelocation.
We also have our fantastic brand new website which is fully utilised to advertise all our properties.
Finding the right tenant for your property can be just as valuable as obtaining the best rental value, in both the short and the long run. Tenants with a solid credit history, strong employment background and positive landlord references attract a more secure tenancy for your property.
As soon as an offer is received on your property we will contact you with full details of the offer, including requests such as the proposed move in date etc... so that you decide whether or not to accept the offer.
Once you have accepted an offer we will carry out the following:
Once all monies have been received from the tenant and contracts signed, we will hand over a set of keys to the tenant and they will move in.
Oaklands Estates charges landlord fees depending on our three service levels:we offer a choice of services to suit any landlord. Whether you choose to have a full management service and you let us take care of everything or would rather manage your own let.
This service includes the same items as the Lettings Only package as well as:
Tenancy agreement fees:
At Oaklands Estates we offer a rent guarantee management service to landlords. Under a guaranteed rent arrangement, you sign over the property to us for a specified period in return for a guaranteed monthly income. The rent guarantee scheme is a stress-free solution to renting your property.
With our guaranteed rent management service, we currently manage properties in Hammersmith and Fulham, Shepherds Bush, Acton and Ealing.
Our highly skilled management team provide a professional and reliable service. We are experienced in selecting and matching suitable Tenants to properties.
We sublet properties to Corporate Clients and young professionals.
Along with finding you the right tenants and performing all the general letting services, we will make sure that your property is looked after, managing the day to day maintenance, conducting regular inspections and dealing with any issues that may arise on your behalf.
For more information on Guaranteed Rent please get in touch with us at [email protected].
