ADVERTISEMENT FEATURE Looking out for first-time landlords When it comes to becoming a landlord, leading independent estate agency Bush & Co is a name you can trust H ave you ever been curious about renting? Or perhaps you’re already a landlord but are seeking a new estate agent to handle your property more effectively. Whatever your situation, Bush & Co is here to guide first-time landlords through the process or assure you that changing your agent is nowhere near as complicated as you might expect. As a specialist property management agency, Bush & Co prides itself on offering a personalised service for landlords, with a team of comprehensive lettings experts and a wealth of invaluable resources at its disposal. If you’re looking for full property management or let-only services, head to bushandco.co.uk/how-we-help-landlords to learn more.
Get in touch with the team today by visiting bushandco.co.uk or call 01223 508085 to speak with lettings
READY TO LET?
Bush & Co’s handy checklist ensures your property is rental-ready
Ɍ Ensure you have a valid Energy Performance Certificate (valid for 10 years) Ɍ Ensure you have a valid Gas Safety Certificate (valid for 12 months) Ɍ Ensure you have a valid EICR electrical check (valid for five years) Ɍ Carry out a Legionella risk assessment Ɍ Providing a fire blanket is recommended for the kitchen Ɍ Ensure the property is left clean and the garden tidy
Ɍ If you will be a non-UK resident landlord, contact HMRC and complete an NRL1 form. Ɍ Collect any instruction manuals into a file and any helpful tips Ɍ Organise sets of keys for each tenant and a management set for Bush & Co Ɍ Arrange for your post to be forwarded Ɍ Cancel any of your telecommunications contracts Ɍ Notify your suppliers of the final readings of gas, electricity and water
Ɍ Ensure there is a working smoke detector on each floor of the building and a carbon monoxide detector in any room containing a gas boiler or solid fuel appliance Ɍ Ensure any furniture and soft furnishings comply with current fire safety regulations Ɍ Obtain consent to let from your mortgage lender Ɍ Arrange suitable buildings/landlord insurance and ensure your insurer is made aware that the property is to be let
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