If you are considering letting your property, it is important to understand each step well when starting out to ensure you are doing it correctly and legally. Today we are going to be sharing some expert tips and advice for a successful property letting.

Setting the Rent

First impressions are everything, you’ll never get the chance to make a first impression again. Making sure your property rent is priced at a reasonable and competitive price will ensure you to have a stronger chance to make that first impression in the first place. If you overprice it, you will run the risk of struggling to generate any interest at all. We strongly recommend taking advice from a professional Letting Agent as their knowledge of the market will be valuable to you.

Health and Safety Regulations

Safety equipment aren’t the most aesthetically pleasing items to have on display in a rental property, but they can save lives. Ensuring the safety equipment is fully functioning and displayed clearly during viewings gives your potential tenants a strong impression of professionality, reliability, and trustworthiness. Ample visible fire extinguishers, fire blankets, smoke detectors, and sturdy, well-sealed fire doors are just some of the safety features that impresses potential tenants. Detectors for carbon monoxide (CO) and carbon dioxide (CO2) are also vital additions that let your viewers know that you value your tenants’ safety.

Furnishings, fixtures, and fittings

Whether it’s a duplex apartment or a student studio, having high-quality furnishings in good condition is a universal selling point guaranteed to help your chances at a successful viewing. Of course, not all pieces of furniture or wall fixtures need to be brand new, but it’s always worth checking every furnishing you plan to offer with the property for visible damage or other aesthetic drawbacks. Decorating or 'dressing' the property with small aesthetically pleasing touches such as rugs, cushions, ornaments, and artwork will bring more life and colour to each room in the home.

At Philip Ellis, we pride ourselves on being a professional, approachable, and passionate team of estate agents. Looking to purchase a new home, or put your property on the market? Get in touch with the best estate agents Manchester has to offer at Philip Ellis today!