Letting on all Main Property Sites

Private Landlords are more and more letting themselves, via the web, newspapers and other media.  Have you considered using a low cost letting website?  Here at Informed, we'll be doing just that for you soon!

You may, as a Private Landlord be terrified at the prospect of letting without the professional help of a letting agent, but with careful consideration, a will and desire to succeed, the process is not too complicated.

Important Information for Buy to Let Investors Operating Without A Rental Agent

• Obtain a lease agreement.
• Obtain an EPC on the property.
• Ensure your have adequade landlords insurance.
• Obtain a gas certificate and electric certificate.
• Reference your tenant.
• Decide whether you wish for guaranteed rent.
• Take out Tenancy Deposit Protection.
• You must also source trades people you can trust.
• You can also obtain a Gas & Electrical Certificate from this site.

Though the above can look a terrifying list, remember that after year one, it is just an exercise in duplicating what you did in the first year. With your extra knowledge and a resource such Informed Landlords (with the forum of other landlords), you will be able to let confidently and with knowledge.