Management

Essential Management

Best for landlords who want rent handled but keep maintenance.

Management fees6%
Set up fees£199
A House of Lettings agent going through paperwork with clients
Management fees6%£199 set up fees · inc. VAT
6%Management fees, on rent collected
£199Set up fees
21 / 50Services included

Inclusive of VAT No hidden fees Leeds & Manchester

What's included

Everything in Essential Management

We collect the rent, monitor payments, chase any arrears and handle the monthly admin, while you stay in control of repairs and choosing contractors. A light-touch option for confident landlords.

1

Tenant Find & Marketing

14 included

Property Valuation

An accurate, data-backed rental valuation so your property is listed at the right price from day one.

Advertising on Major Property Portals

Your property promoted on Rightmove, Zoopla and other leading portals for maximum exposure.

Enquiry Management & Applicant Screening

We field every enquiry and pre-qualify applicants, so only genuine, suitable tenants reach the viewing stage.

Tenant Application Processing

We manage the full application, collecting the information and documents needed to progress a tenancy.

Collection of Holding Deposit

We take a holding deposit to reserve the property while referencing is completed, in line with the rules.

Right to Rent Checks

Legally required identity and immigration checks confirming each tenant has the right to rent in the UK.

Credit & Affordability Checks

Credit and affordability screening to confirm a tenant can comfortably sustain the rent.

Employment & Landlord References

We verify employment and obtain references from previous landlords to confirm a reliable rental history.

Guarantor Referencing (Where Applicable)

Where a guarantor is needed, we reference them to the same standard for added security.

Preparation of Tenancy Agreement

A legally sound, up-to-date tenancy agreement drafted and ready for signing.

Collection of First Month's Rent & Deposit

We collect the first month's rent and the deposit before move-in, so the tenancy starts on solid footing.

Utility & Council Tax Notifications

We notify utility providers and the council of the new tenancy, so accounts transfer smoothly.

Tenant Handover & Property Demonstration

On move-in day we walk the tenant through the property in person, from the stop-tap to the boiler, so it is used correctly from day one.

Transfer of Funds to the Landlord

Rent and any balances are transferred promptly to your nominated account.

2

Rent & Financial Management

7 included

Key Holding & Management Service

We securely hold a set of keys, so access for viewings, maintenance and emergencies is never a problem.

Deposit Registration & Prescribed Information

Your tenant's deposit is protected in a government-approved scheme with the prescribed information served, keeping you legally compliant.

Monthly Rent Collection

We collect the rent each month and follow up if it is late, so you are paid without the awkward conversations.

Rent Payment Monitoring

We monitor incoming payments and flag any shortfall or delay the moment it happens.

Annual Rental Income Summary

A year-end summary of your rental income and costs to make tax time straightforward.

Arrears Chasing & Reminders

If rent falls behind, we chase the tenant with reminders and a clear process to get you back on track.

End-of-Tenancy Administration

We handle the paperwork, deposit return and check-out when a tenancy comes to an end.

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