Length of tenancy?
The majority of tenancies are on an assured short hold for a period of 6 months. Shorter tenancies can be created. After the initial 6 months has expired, the tenants often stay on by rolling on a monthly contract, under the same conditions as the original agreement. Should they wish to vacate, they would give 1 month's prior notice in writing.
End of tenancy?
If the tenants have served notice and the landlord wishes to relet the property we will market it immediately, having 4 weeks in order to find new tenants before the dreaded void period!
Legal requirements?
As a Landlord, you must provide a landlords gas Safety Certificate for any property which has gas appliances or gas heating. This must be carried out by a CORGI registered engineer and is valid for 12 months. Passion for property can arrange this if required cost - £55.
Although not yet compulsory, we insist that any property leaving electrical appliances must be tested and passed before any tenancy commences.
Although not yet compulsory, we insist that any property leaving electrical appliances must be tested and passed before any tenancy commences.
Furnishings
Any soft foam furnishings - sofas, mattresses, cushions must have been purchased post 1988, the majority of items will have a sticker on them stating fire compliant. Without the sticker we will need either proof of purchase or a signed letter from the owner guaranteeing that the relevant item was purchased after 1988.