Bennett Estate Agents

Professional and Friendly

At Bennett Estate Agents we offer a professional and friendly service for Landlords in respect of investment in and the letting and management of residential property.

We take pride in our level of service to our clients, whether you choose our Full Management or Let Only service we are dedicated to taking care of all of your property needs.

Our experienced Lettings & Property Management Team are happy to discuss your letting requirements with you and can offer advice on everything that you will need to consider before and throughout the letting process. Please contact us today for more information or to request a no obligation and free property appraisal.

Advice for Landlords

Properties are as individual as the objectives of the landlord, so our guidance for any two clients is never the same.

However, our landlord advice below gives some general pointers to prospective landlords - whether the property will always be an investment or will be needed for your own use in the future:

Your objectives

Make sure your agent clearly understands your wishes. For example you may want a particular type of tenant; one without children or pets for instance. You may want a tenant who will offer you the highest rent or you may simply be interested in people who will be good neighbours.

As a Propertymark Protected Firm, Bennett Estate Agents is registered with the Client Money Protection Scheme. Our Client Money Handling Procedures are available here.

More to think about

Furnished/unfurnished?

The general rule is that smaller properties or those of modest proportions should be offered furnished, while large properties, or those let for a longer period of time, should be unfurnished.

Presentation is everything

Make sure the property is thoroughly cleaned throughout, and carpets are in good condition or have been replaced.

Go for neutrals

Tenants are often attracted by a neutral and modern interior finish, so try to cater to the contemporary tastes of today's tenants. Uncomplicated furnishings will make a lettings property look more spacious as well.

More to think about

Unoccupied?

During marketing make sure you keep the property looking its best. Don't let junk mail build up on the doorstep, or let the house or garden deteriorate in any way. During winter months it is crucial that your property is warm and well lit.

When to launch?

In the case of family homes, the ideal time to launch is from spring to early summer, because many families wish to be settled before the new school year in September.