How to Rent out Your House or Flat
The Guide to Letting
Step 1
Accurate rental valuation
Your aim should be to let your property at the best possible price in the shortest possible time.
We conduct many valuations every month giving us an intimate and unparalleled knowledge of property values.
This is why we consistently achieve the asking price.
Step 2
Consider Property Management
Many tenants insist on renting managed properties and are often prepared to pay a premium for this.
Property Management gives you peace of mind that both your property and tenant will be cared for 24/7.
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Managing tenant enquiries
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Organising emergency repairs
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Collection of rent
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Transfer of utilities
Step 3
Property Presentation
First impressions count, making the presentation of your property critical to a successful let.
Consider addressing any DIY jobs you have been meaning to get done, add a fresh coat of paint where necessary and try to declutter to make rooms appear larger.
Our photographers will then take photographs in just one visit.
Step 4
Prepare your property for tenancy
Before your let begins, a professional and comprehensive inventory must be obtained setting out the condition and contents of the property. Mulberry Property Services will take care of this for you.
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Step 5
Find tenants
To find your perfect tenant your property requires maximum exposure across a wide range of media.
When you instruct Mulberry to let your property you will benefit from our unrivalled, comprehensive marketing package, including: exposure on our website, email & SMS alerts, promotion on property websites like Rightmove and Zoopla
Step 6
Accompanied viewings
Accompanied viewings mean we can use our expertise to help let your property.
Our longer opening hours are essential to maximise viewing opportunities for your property.
Step 7
Receive offers
As soon as a tenant makes an offer we will contact you to communicate full details and any special conditions to help you decide whether or not to accept.
Step 8
Accept an offer
Once you accept an offer we will do the following, regardless of whether your property is managed:
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Collect references from the tenants
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Arrange signing of Tenancy Agreement
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Collect moving-in payment (rent + deposit)
We can also, subject to a fee, get your property ready for move-in:
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Carry out check-in and inventory
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Organise Gas Safety Inspection & Portable Appliance Test
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Arrange professional cleaning
Step 9
Completion
Upon completion, keys will be released to the inventory clerk or the tenant on moving-in day.
For managed properties, we will provide the tenant with contact details of their dedicated Property Manager.
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Congratulations, your property is now let!