A step-by-step guide to letting a property.
From setting a realistic rental price to finding tenants and completing the paperwork,
our step-by-step guide explains what to expect when letting your home.
Start with a realistic rental valuation based on comparable homes, local demand and your property's condition. Consider ongoing costs as well as potential rental income. Your local Gibbs Gillespie team can provide a free valuation.
Tenants often decide in the first few moments after walking into a property, so make sure it looks its best. Be objective: don’t overlook flaws just because you don’t mind them. Reduce clutter, decorate neutrally and keep it light inside, from paint colours to clean windows.
A local letting agent can market your property, arrange viewings and help you consider prospective tenants. Gibbs Gillespie can guide you through the application and referencing process.
Before move-in, make sure the tenancy arrangements, required information and any deposit protection obligations are handled correctly. Agree on an inventory and check-in process with your agent.
Start with an up-to-date rental valuation and a conversation with your local Gibbs Gillespie team.
Before the tenancy starts, complete the relevant checks, tenancy documentation and required disclosures. Your letting agent can explain the process and help coordinate the paperwork.
Start with a rental valuation, prepare the property, arrange marketing and viewings, then complete the relevant checks and tenancy documentation.
A valuation helps you set an asking rent informed by local demand and comparable properties.
Requirements vary, but may include safety, energy performance, right-to-rent and other relevant compliance checks.
Where a tenancy deposit is taken, applicable protection and information requirements must be followed.
Yes. Ask about the lettings and property management services available for your home.
Whether you need a valuation or want to speak to our team, we’re here to help.