Are you considering becoming a Landlord? Are you already established or new to the business? We handle every aspect of the letting process, from finding suitable tenants to maintaining your property to a high standard and ensuring it complies with the latest legal requirements. Working with leading professionals throughout North & East London, we manage all sizes and types of property. We offer the following wide range of services.Please contact our office for further details and fee structure.
INVENTORIES
We strongly advise our Landlords to carry out a full inventory for each separate tenancy. The purpose of checking an inventory is to establish damages which can only be done if descriptions and conditioning remarks are sufficiently detailed at the commencement of the tenancy and then at the end of the term.
Under the terms of the tenancy agreement, the tenant is required to return the property and contents at the end of the tenancy in the same condition as they were at the commencement, fair wear and tear accepted. It is almost impossible to ascertain whether damage was caused during a tenancy without a proper inventory signed by all relevant parties.
If instructed we will arrange a professional inventory and check in on your behalf at an extra cost except managed properties. Please contact us for inventory charges.
CONSENT TO LET
If the landlord has a mortgage, it is normal for mortgagees to require notification of any proposed lettings and the landlord should seek their initial consent. In the case of leasehold premises the consent of the Head Lessee of Freeholder will be required. The landlord should also advise his insurance company of the proposal to let the property as this could either invalidate the insurance altogether or increase the premiums. You should obtain written documentation of these consents prior to letting.
UTILITIES
The tenant will be responsible for the payment of gas, electricity, water, telephone, council tax and television licence. (Unless otherwise agreed and stated)
As the landlord you are still responsible for the payment of service charges and ground rent in leasehold properties and buildings insurance on Freehold properties.
TENANCY AGREEMENTS
Most private residential tenancies in England are now Assured Periodic Tenancies. Under the Housing Act 1988, as amended by the Renters’ Rights Act 2025, tenancies continue on a rolling periodic basis unless ended by the tenant or the landlord obtains possession using one of the statutory grounds available under the legislation.
There is no fixed minimum tenancy term. Tenancies commence as periodic tenancies and continue from month to month while rent is paid and the terms of the tenancy are observed.
Tenants may end the tenancy by serving the required notice in accordance with the tenancy agreement and current legislation. Landlords may only recover possession where a valid statutory ground applies and the relevant legal process has been followed.
We will be happy to discuss the tenancy structure, notice requirements and possession grounds applicable to your circumstances.
LEGAL MATTERS
Our staff have been trained and receive ongoing training on the various legal aspects of letting including safety regulations, tenancy agreements and clauses, possession and have vast practical experience. They will be happy to discuss any questions you may have regarding more detailed legal matters.
The relationship between Landlord and Tenant can sometimes have its “ups” and “downs” and the need for a professional agent is paramount in closing any divide to allow for a smooth and enjoyable property experience for all parties concerned, whether you are a Landlord or Tenant you are best advised to conclude your property transaction via a reputable agent.
Tenancy law is now far better regulated than ever before with balanced rights for all parties, tenants deposits are held in Approved Scheme and are returned at the end of the tenancy subject to the property being returned in the manner it was taken and subject to there being no outstanding bills relating to utilities etc. The lettings market has grown immensely due to the increasing Buy to let market and with an increase to new build added to the marketplace the level of quality has improved greatly.
