Are you a new landlord wanting to rent out a property? Do you have a property that is currently between tenants and wish to find a new and reliable tenant for it? Whatever your requirements might be, we at Southern & West Lettings can assist. We can help you market your property and find reliable tenants for it. Call us lettings agents Bournemouth today on 01202 232323 to find out more.
The No.1 Letting Agents Bournemouth Has to Offer
When it comes to renting out a property, you will want to make sure that you are renting to reliable and trustworthy tenants. The last thing you want is a tenant that doesn’t look after the property and can’t reliably pay their rent on time. In order to find a reliable tenant, it is recommended that you work with letting agents, Bournemouth landlords, marketing your property through them.
Letting agents can vet potential tenants, ensuring they are reliable and trustworthy, and this is something that we offer at Southern & West Lettings. We are the number one letting agents Bournemouth has to offer, and we have over 30 years of experience in the local property industry.
We are a family run business, so customer service is of the utmost importance to us, and you can rest assured knowing that we always provide a friendly and professional service at all times.
Why Landlords Should Let with Us
There are many letting agents in Bournemouth these days, so it can be difficult knowing who to work with to market your property. While you have now come across our team at Southern & West Lettings, you might be wondering why you should let your rental property through us and not another local team.
Well, something we take great pride in at Southern & West Lettings is being experts in our field. We are confident that you won’t find a more experienced or professional team of letting agents anywhere else. Our team has all the knowledge and expertise required to expertly market, and even manage, your rental property for you.
Our team provides tailor-made packages for every landlord in Bournemouth, as we understand that no two requests will be the same. You will find our services to be innovative and transparent, and we offer straightforward advice on how to market your rental property and find the right tenants.
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What We Suggest Doing to Prepare Your Property for Rental
You might be new to the rental business and looking to let your first property. There are a few things that we suggest landlords do to ready their property for rental, one of which is making sure the property is up to code. This includes any electrics, plumbing, gas, waste, central heating, and hot water systems. These must all be safe, sound, and in good working order.
All interior decoration in your rental property should be in good condition, and it should be plain, light, and neutral. As for furnishings, you can rent your property unfurnished, fully furnished, or part furnished. We are happy to advise you on this, and our advice will be tailored to the type of property you have and the local market conditions. However, as a minimum, you must provide decent quality curtains, carpets, and light fittings.
If you lived in the property previously, and are now renting it out after a move, you will need to remove any personal items, such as photos, ornaments, books, etc. The cupboards and shelf space must be cleared for the new tenant and the garden should be left neat and tidy.
As you can see, there are many things that we suggest landlords do to prepare their property for rental. As letting agents in Bournemouth, we are happy to discuss these in further detail with you.
What Should You Consider When You Want to Rent Your Property?
When you want to rent your property to tenants, there are some important considerations to take into account. One such consideration is references, and this is something that we can assist with at Southern & West Lettings as your letting agents in Bournemouth.
We will carry out thorough checks on every potential tenant, and these checks include credit checks, current and previous landlord references, employment history, and more. We do this to ensure that we find a reliable and trustworthy tenant for your property.
Another consideration will be the deposit for the rental property. This is usually the equivalent of 5 weeks rent. If our letting agents in Bournemouth are working on a Full Management Agreement, the deposit will be held by us as stakeholders and registered with the Deposit Protection Service.
The above are just two considerations when renting out your property in Bournemouth. There are other considerations too, such as:
- Council Tax
- Income Tax
- Insurance
- Leaseholds
- Mortgage
- The Inventory
As your letting agents in Bournemouth, we will be more than happy to discuss the above in more detail.
Our Services
Here at Southern & West Lettings, we offer a wide range of services for landlords in Bournemouth, including tenancy repairs and pre-letting services. We have access to a wide range of time-served qualified contractors, who cover every trade possible. This ensures that the maintenance and repairs on your rental property are carried out professionally.
If we fully manage your rental property, we can also schedule regular property inspections. We will provide you with written reports and photographic evidence and, if we notice any maintenance issues, these will be reported to you. During these inspections we always test the smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors too.
There are many services that we can carry out as your letting agents, Bournemouth landlords, including:
- Managed
- Let Only (Finders Fee)
- Pre-Letting Service
- Monthly Statements
Who Else Can We Assist?
At Southern & West Lettings, we are letting agents in Bournemouth that work with landlords to market and manage their rental properties. However, we don’t just cater to landlords in Bournemouth, as we can also work with tenants. If you are searching for a rental property, or you live in a property managed by us, we are on hand to assist.
Tenants
If you live in a rental property that we manage on behalf of the landlord, and you are experiencing issues with the property, reach out to us. We will be on hand to provide a solution and offer expert advice.
If you are searching for a rental property in Bournemouth, get in touch as we can help you find your ideal rental property.
Our Team
Our family run business began life as a two-person agency. Now, we are run by Steff McGinn and a professionally trained and highly motivated team. Every member of the team is passionate and focused.
Check Out Our Properties
As letting agents in Bournemouth, we currently have many properties available to rent. You can take a look at the properties we list on Rightmove, Zoopla, and On The Market.
Contact Us Today
If you are a landlord wishing to find reliable tenants for your property, you need look no further than Southern & West Lettings. We have over 30 years of experience in the local property industry, and we can help you market and manage your rental property in Bournemouth.
To find out more about our services as letting agents, Bournemouth landlords need only give us a call on 01202 232323 or send an email to info@southernandwest.uk.
