Tenant Vetting
All you need to know to short let your property in London
Taking the stress out of finding the perfect tenant
Finding the right tenant for your property in London is our core business. Thanks to our experience of the sector and our professional expertise, we offer a secure service that makes the most of your property and maximises its earnings, without the worries of bureaucracy and paperwork.
Over time, we have developed a tried and tested selection method to identify people with excellent references, a good job and few demands. In short: the ideal tenant.
A safe and reliable method
Initial stage
The starting point is an online advert, followed by a viewing with interested parties at the apartment. After having received a formal offer and notified you, we will take steps to collect all relevant information about the applicant.
This is a delicate operation and one which requires insight, experience and expertise. It is crucial to check the potential tenant's history, which de do by working closely with other agencies to check the suitability of the applicant in their previous rental contracts.
Initial stage
The starting point is an online advert, followed by a viewing with interested parties at the apartment. After having received a formal offer and notified you, we will take steps to collect all relevant information about the applicant.
This is a delicate operation and one which requires insight, experience and expertise. It is crucial to check the potential tenant's history, which de do by working closely with other agencies to check the suitability of the applicant in their previous rental contracts.
second stage
We then conduct a reference check with the assistance of a third-party company; this allows us to ensure that the tenant’s earnings are enough to cover the rental costs, preventing any unpleasant surprises in the future. It is a thorough and targeted investigation that uncovers previous issues, such as unpaid utility bills, which could raise questions about the security of rental income.
second stage
We then conduct a reference check with the assistance of a third-party company; this allows us to ensure that the tenant’s earnings are enough to cover the rental costs, preventing any unpleasant surprises in the future. It is a thorough and targeted investigation that uncovers previous issues, such as unpaid utility bills, which could raise questions about the security of rental income.
third stage
If the checks are successfully passed, we will then request the deposit which, in the United Kingdom, cannot be kept in the agency’s or owner’s account; it must be held by a specialist third party body regulated by the government. We use the Deposit Protection Scheme (DPS) being a member of it.
third stage
If the checks are successfully passed, we will then request the deposit which, in the United Kingdom, cannot be kept in the agency’s or owner’s account; it must be held by a specialist third party body regulated by the government. We use the Deposit Protection Scheme (DPS) being a member of it.
final stage
We then move to the signature of the contract and, lastly, the tenant moves in, a process which we carefully supervise: before the move-in date, we check that the property is cleaned and that no hitches arise. In addition, the inventory of the property is drawn up by specialist inventory clerk so that, when the rental contract ends, the condition of the apartment can be assessed. Nulla è lasciato al caso.Nothing is left to chance.
final stage
We then move to the signature of the contract and, lastly, the tenant moves in, a process which we carefully supervise: before the move-in date, we check that the property is cleaned and that no hitches arise. In addition, the inventory of the property is drawn up by specialist inventory clerk so that, when the rental contract ends, the condition of the apartment can be assessed. Nothing is left to chance.
Why invest in a rental property in London?
Why invest in a rental property in London?
Investing in London can be daunting; having to manage a property from another country with different laws and regulations can be a stumbling block. Yes, it also represents a significant opportunity to maximise the value of your property. Making use of our professional services offers reassurance. We are a specialist agency, always on hand 24/7 to satisfy your needs and requirements. Your property is important to us and we will treat it as if it was our own.
What if problems arise after the contract has been signed? We are a member of The Property Ombudsman and Propertymark a property scheme regulated by the British government which offers mediation for disputes involving tenants, owners and lettings agents, offering peace of mind.
The law in the United Kingdom is very clear in such matters. In the event of a contractual non-compliance, the tenant becomes the defaulting party. The law requires payment of the arrears and can even impose the termination of the contract, as well as legal proceedings.
If you want to rent out your property in London, we are here to help you and offer you all the support you need whatever your circumstances.
