Landlords Services and Charges
We know there are many reasons people become landlords. Whether you want us to wholly manage your proeprty, collect the rent for you or help find tenants - we have a package for you.
Compare our plans to see which best suits your needs.
Our service level fees are set as a percentage of the rental income including VAT (Full Management 18%, Rent Collection 12%, Tenant Find is set at the First months rent)
Fully Managed
Rent Collection
Tenant Find
Fully Managed | Rent Collection | Tenant Find | |
|---|---|---|---|
Before tenancy | |||
| Prepare full property details including floor plans | |||
| Organise EPC (Energy Performance Certificate) to be carried out in accordance with pre-marketing regulations | |||
| Property details will appear on our website davistate.com and property portals for added exposure | |||
| Email and text details to prospective Tenants, corporate contacts and relocation agents | |||
| Regularly produce Property Marketing update reports | |||
| Negotiate terms on behalf of our Landlords | |||
| Advise on issues of compliance | |||
| Upon request arrange Electrical Installation Certificate | |||
| Arrange pre-tenancy property conformity regulations are met | |||
| Qualify potential Tenants | |||
| Obtain references through an independent referencing company including employment, previous Landlords, credit check and electoral registration, Right to Rent checks | |||
| Legal documentation; prepare a tenancy, advise on standard amendments, exchanging of the tenancy | |||
| Produce offer letters for both Landlord and Tenant to confirm the let | |||
| Register deposit with a Tenancy Deposit Scheme | |||
| Transfer and prepare files for disputed deposits to Tenancy Deposit Scheme for arbitration | |||
| Confirm deposit return with Tenancy Deposit Scheme | |||
| Disperse the deposit | |||
| Arrange an Independent Inventory and check-in | |||
| Compile a Property Welcome Pack for all Tenants to help them settle into the property. This includes instruction manuals and emergency assistance. | |||
| Pre-tenancy inspection – your Property Manager will arrange a meeting with you before you leave the country to go through the management of the property | |||
| Transfer council tax and services into the Tenant’s name | |||
During tenancy | |||
| Collect all monthly payments in advance by standing order into our Client account | |||
| Electronically pay all Landlords the net rental promptly on receipt of payment | |||
| Comply with the Inland Revenue Overseas Landlord Scheme. We recommend Landlords apply to join the HMRC overseas scheme to receive rent without deduction | |||
| Monthly account statements, annual tax returns – available on an online log-in system | |||
| Visit the property 6-8 weeks after the Tenants move in, thereafter on a periodic basis during the tenancy | |||
| Upon request arrange Landlord’s Gas Safety Certificate | |||
| Arrange annual gas safety check | |||
| Arrange cleaning and gardening | |||
| Chase rent arrears | |||
| Carry out an annual rent review based on market conditions and comparisons | |||
| Seek agreement from Landlord and Tenant for renewal beyond initial tenancy term | |||
| Prepare renewal documents | |||
| Upon instruction find a new Tenant at the end of the Tenancy (introduction fee applies) | |||
| Arrange the check-out with the Independent Inventory clerk | |||
| Disperse non-disputed amount | |||
| Serve notice | |||
After tenancy | |||
| Arrange for Inventory and end of tenancy check out | |||
| Provide both Landlord and Tenant with the check-out report | |||
| Transfer of services with closing meter readings | |||
| Prepare an inspection report on the condition of the property, raising any issues or improvements needed | |||
| Carry out any necessary actions arising from the inspection | |||
