Checklists
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Make sure the on-line agent is a member of ARLA, NALs or RICS – if they aren’t they can run off with your money! For example, ARLA, NALs and RICs agents can advertise your property on portals such as Rightmove and Zoopla. | |
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Check they have a landline and a team you can talk to if you have any problems. | |
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Compare the costs of advertising your property on their site – is it nothing? | |
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A one off fee? A fee for a fixed period of time such as three months. | |
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Check they advertise your property legally, including the rent and any other charges a tenant will need to pay (for example credit checks). | |
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Does the site offer properties nationally or just in one location? | |
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Will they provide a lettings board? | |
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How many tenants visit the site daily? | |
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How do they market the site to tenants? On-line only or via newspapers or property portals. | |
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Find out how many clicks or how long it takes to advertise a property prior to it being let. | |
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Which, if any, of the following services do they offer and how much do they cost:
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Do they give you guidance on the 100+ rules and regulations you need to abide by to let a home? | |
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Can they organise emergency or on-going maintenance? | |
