Landlords

1. We use a variety of methods to advertise your properties.
2. Our website is cutting edge and is designed to make searching for a property as simple and easy as possible. Our properties are listed with clear photographs, key features and detailed descriptions.
3. We also advertise on Rightmove.co.uk, among other websites. Rightmove is the UK’s number one property website (Hitwise.com) and has over six times the site traffic than their nearest competitor.
4. We have a database of prospective tenants who we cross reference with your property to find the best match
5. Our bright and effective lettings boards attract a considerable amount of interest and often lead to a quick let for your property.
6. We also pride ourselves on our exceptional reputation which has served us successfully through word of mouth.
7. If we feel your property isn’t reaching it’s full potential, we can offer expert advice on how to improve it so it can obtain the monthly rent it deserves.

We will give you feedback and can issue reports that indicate the number of times your properties have been viewed and the number of leads we have received.

We can generate detailed reports both from our own website and from Rightmove that show exactly how many people are looking at your property. If people are looking, but not following it up – we can assess what the problem is. Perhaps we need to refresh the photos, or even lower the price. We will send these reports to you and by using our knowledge and expertise of the area, we can work out the best solution.

The full management service that we offer enables you to sit back, relax and see the benefits of your investment returned to you.

We advertise your property

We accompany all viewings

We meet and assess all prospective tenants

We check references, take ID, bank statements and ensure they complete our application form before we accept them as a tenant. We complete all paperwork such as writing Tenancy Agreements, ensuring receipts are kept on file for any monies taken.

Safety Regulations – We can advise you on Gas Safety Certificates, EPC’s and renew them when needed.

Rents and Deposits – On the commencement date of a Tenancy Agreement we will collect the deposit equal to 1 month’s rent and the first months rent from the Tenant. We hold the deposit in our Deposit Protection Service scheme. Meter readings are taken and all tenants are registered for Electricity, Council Tax, Gas and Water by ourselves. Rents are collected monthly in advance and paid directly into your bank account within 10 days of collection. A monthly statement will be sent to you for your records. An inventory will be prepared for your property. This is a long and very detailed document accompanied with photographs, which lists every item of furniture, appliance and furnishings whether indoor or out, their condition, colour and position. An Inventory is essential for a smooth letting, and is signed by both Tenant and Landlord/Agent.

Quarterly Visits – To maintain your property to the highest standard and monitor how the Tenancy is going, we visit your property every three months. A report will be made, containing the general condition of the premises, any recommendations we may have, and how well the Tenant is maintaining it.

Maintenance and Repairs – We use our reliable In-House Maintenance team to undertake any emergency work and repairs. By employing the same people we have a history of the quality of their work. Our team can undertake general maintenance work, large building projects, plumbing work, gardening work and any other tasks which we feel will improve your property.

Terms and Conditions Of Business – Both Landlords and Tenants are required to enter into Terms & Conditions with us. This ensures our promises to you and the Tenant’s promises to us. Both copies are available upon request or at the time of registration.

Our Full Management Service Fees: £350 off the first month’s rent (plus VAT) and 10% plus VAT of each month’s rent thereafter

Our Let Only Service offers the following:

We advertise your property

We accompany all viewings

We meet and assess all prospective tenants

We check references, take ID, bank statements and ensure they complete our application form before we accept them as a tenant. We complete all paperwork such as writing Tenancy Agreements, ensuring receipts are kept on file for any monies taken.

Safety Regulations – We can advise you on Gas Safety Certificates, EPC’s and renew them when needed.

Rents and Deposits – On the commencement date of a Tenancy Agreement we will collect the deposit equal to 1 month’s rent and the first months rent from the Tenant. These will be passed over to you within 10 working days.

Meter readings are taken on move in with the tenants but it is their responsibility register with utility providers.

Terms and Conditions Of Business – Both Landlords and Tenants are required to enter into Terms & Conditions with us. This ensures our promises to you and the Tenant’s promises to us. Both copies are available upon request or at the time of registration.

Rent4Sure – Katie Homes Ltd has teamed up with Rent4Sure who offer you Direct Rent Protection and Buildings and Contents Insurance. Come into our office to ask a member of staff for more information