Here is our handy guide for landlords who want to let their property or even join forces with Leeds Rentals and get reliable and vetted tenants through their doors.
Whether you are an experienced landlord or taking your first steps to become one, there are lots of things you need to do and consider. Landlords within the UK have to abide by a number of rules and regulations to ensure the safety and wellbeing of their tenants. Here is a short guide to show you an overview of the things that landlords need to do. For more information, speak to one of our knowledgeable team and see how Leeds Rentals can help you.
Your Landlord Responsibilities
There are lots of things that landlords need to do to prepare their property and to make it legal for the UK rental market. Here is a snapshot of those things:
• Electric and gas safety: gas and electrical appliances need to be tested to show they are in working order and will not cause harm to tenants. It is recommended that landlords choose an experienced professional to test their appliances.
• Legionella assessments: these assessments checks heating and water systems for fatal bacteria. This test is recommended every two years.
• Right to rent procedure: everyone letting their property needs to ensure their tenants have a right to rent within the UK. Expert agents like ourselves can help you with this.
• Fire regulations: all furnishings and items within your property must meet fire-resistant standards. This also includes things like mattresses and doors.
• HMO licenses: for landlords choosing to rent a house of multiple occupancy, they need to get a license to show the house conforms to minimum sizes and other regulations. Without this licence, they cannot put their property on the rental market.
• Energy certificates: energy performance certificates on the property must be provided and score at a minimum level of landlords will face a significant fine.
Remember to speak to us for guidance on these prerequisite tasks.
Finding And Managing Tenants
Once all of the above has been ticked off, you will need to take the next step and find tenants. Tenants in the UK have many rights, so it is important that you find tenants you can rely on with a good track record in renting property. You may choose to follow this process alone, or you can use an experienced and professional rental company like ourselves who can help you find the best tenants fast. There is also the benefit of using a rental agent who can manage your property on your behalf, so you can sit back with nothing to worry about.
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If you would like to find out more about how Leeds Rentals can help landlords and aspiring landlords get the most from their property, speak to us soon. Our team are experts can do the legwork when it comes to helping property owners get the most from their bricks and mortar.