Letting

At UKIPS we have a dedicated letting team who works closely with the accommodation department of universities, companies and the local council of the relevant area thereby not only reducing the vacancy period of your property to absolute minimum but also achieving top rent for your property.
While selecting a suitable tenant and during the term of tenancy we protect your interests and give special consideration to any specific requirements that you may have.
In addition, at all times we ensure that the legal obligations and the National Letting Standards are complied with.

SERVICES PROVIDED:

Rental Valuation:

Evaluating the correct rental value in compliance with the current rental market

Finding The Tenant:
  • Searching for suitable and reliable tenants on our database
  • Advertising on our website, with coloured photographs
  • Erecting a letting sign at the property
  • Advertising in the local newspapers
  • Contacting the local Council, Universities and Companies

Viewing:
  • Arranging appointments for the prospective tenants to view the property

Negotiations:
  • Handle all negotiations between the landlord and prospective tenants

Credit Checks:
  • Carrying out credit checks of the prospective tenants

References:
  • Obtaining at least two references for the tenants

  • Obtaining a financial guarantor if required

Tenancy Agreements:
  • Preparation of a tenancy agreement in compliance with the legal requirements

  • Tailoring the Tenancy Agreement to protect our client's interests

Deposit:
  • Obtaining a refundable security deposit from the tenant at the outset of the tenancy and keeping it in a bonded client trust account
  • Obtaining one month's rent in advance

Inventory:
  • Providing the landlord with a list of required inventory items
  • Preparation of a complete detailed inventory of property contents and conditions prior to the commencement of the tenancy.
  • Agreeing the inventory with the tenant

Insurance:
  • Arranging Rental Protection and Legal Expenses Indemnity Insurance