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Lettings The MODERN agent with TRADITIONAL values!!!
The MODERN agent with TRADITIONAL values!!! ABOUT US Lettings We are moving with the times. In a modern world with new and progressive technologies we are embracing these advances to improve even further on the service we can provide to our clients Our team is now located under one roof dedicated to working with you to either buy, sell or let a property. The property market is changing and with it the way we shop. The internet has taken over how we search for our homes resulting in window displays generally no longer being required Our Gedling Hub is centrally based and the team are still able to welcome our clients to the office but with a difference, our progressive approach will result in the best possible client experience and also savings we can pass on to you, our clients. We also have our administration office on a busy high street which has a strong position and presence in Mapperley, this office is dedicated to administration and is by appointment only. We are a long standing business and are immensely proud of our fantastic reputation and the team will be here to meet all of your property requirements for many years to come. Lesley Greaves…….. The MODERN agent with TRADITIONAL values!!!
Why Not Use Lesley Greaves Letting Agents to let your property?
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When Lesley decided to open her own estate agency in 2006, a year later she wanted to offer a complete service; this, of course, included letting
properties, a decision that has developed into a core part of the business.
When looking for an agent to take care of your letting needs it is important to choose very carefully; we have over 10 years experience
successfully letting and managing clients properties with an incredibly high level of repeat business; something that is rare in the letting market and of
which we are incredibly proud. We feel this is the greatest testimonial to the service we provide.
Letting a property involves strict legislation that is ever changing and as such you need an agent who has a complete and thorough understanding of
the up to date regulations; something we pride ourselves on with ongoing training and full co-operation with local authorities across the county.
Whatever level of service you are looking for we have a lettings package to suit you; from tenant find only to a fully managed service where you have
complete peace of mind.
Lesley and all of her team realise that customer focus is absolutely vital to selling and letting; together with the use of the latest technology. All of our
colleagues have access to the latest software and are able to use this powerful tool to enable them to keep each individual applicant informed as soon
as a suitable property comes on to the market. We offer the widest possible coverage that are all linked with state of the art computer and integrated
telephone systems, so no opportunity to sell or let your property is missed.
We understand the service you require and as such as a client we offer you every opportunity to discuss any questions you have face to face with a
member of our team; who are here to help you through every step of the transaction.
Once instructed to rent your property we will arrange to take quality photographs and prepare an informative brochure, to include an energy
performance certificate* Our incentivised colleagues will then match your property to their professionally qualified applicants and call them
immediately. In conjunction with this we will place your properties full details on rightmove.co.uk and lesleygreaves.co.uk giving you the maximum
national and indeed global coverage as well as using Facebook, Twitter and Instagram to keep clients aware of our social media coverage . As a valued
client you can also choose to use our full accompanied viewing service which is offered to you exclusively at no extra charge.
To find out for yourself just how our approach to selling and letting has proved so popular and successful simply instruct us to sell or let your home
now! The MODERN agent with TRADITIONAL values!!!
Why Not Use Lesley Greaves Letting Agents to let your property? INTRODUCTION ONLY £300.00 Inc VAT If you feel confident to manage your property but need assistance in finding a suitable tenant then this is the service for you. We will carry out a FREE market appraisal ensuring you are asking for the correct rent. Once instructed to act on your behalf we will commence thorough marketing immediately; giving you full access to our network of local offices as well as national coverage via rightmove.co.uk and lesleygreaves.co.uk. We also understand the importance of social media and will give your property exposure on Facebook, as well as social media advertising on Twitter and Instagram. We will arrange and carry out all viewings of your property meeting prospective tenants on your behalf and all at no extra charge. As part of our tenant find service, we will carry out full referencing of all applicants. For a one-off fee, we can also produce a detailed inventory of your property and provide you with a comprehensive shorthold tenancy agreement. Our comprehensive tenant find only package is just £300.00 Inc VAT (Inventory £100.00 Inc VAT & Shorthold tenancy agreement £60.00 Inc VAT) TENANCY RENEWAL Where the Landlord requests for the renewal of Tenancy Agreement the costs to the Landlord is £40.00 Inclusive of VAT (20%) CONDITIONS OF ENTRY Tenants are required to pay one calendar month’s rent in advance, security deposit (per tenancy. rent under £50,000 per year) set at a maximum of five week’s rent. On a Introduction Only Basis our involvement will cease following the tenants taking possession of the property. The landlord is therefore responsible for collection of rent, serving notice, arranging the inventory, Shorthold Tenancy Agreement, maintenance requirements, the arrangement of all safety certificates and their own tax liability if moving overseas etc.
The MODERN agent with TRADITIONAL values!!!
Full Management
10% Inc VAT of the gross rent for the term of the tenancy collected monthly.
Fully Managed Package
• With our FULLY MANAGED package, we offer you complete peace of mind; you will
receive a FREE market appraisal and all of the comprehensive marketing. Once a
suitable tenant is found we will process the whole transaction carrying out all of the
following on your behalf:
• Full referencing to include a credit check, employer and previous landlord reference
• Comprehensive shorthold tenancy
• Full inventory with photographs*
• Deposit protection service
• Monthly rent collection with prompt payment to you (within 10 working days of
funds clearing)
• Initial inspection, further inspection at three months and a final inspection**
• Safety inspection*
• Access to our in-house repair and maintenance team of professionals, plus 24-hour
tenant emergency telephone line
TENANCY RENEWAL
Where the Landlord requests for the renewal of Tenancy Agreement the costs to the Landlord is £40.00 Inclusive of VAT (20%)
Our comprehensive, fully managed, package has been thoughtfully designed to make letting your property a stress-free experience;
you can rest assured that we are working around the clock on your behalf so you can get on with your busy life hassle-free.
Extra cost involved* See page 6 & 7**The MODERN agent with TRADITIONAL values!!!
EPC INVENTORIES
You must provide tenants with an Energy As it is law that tenant’s deposits are protected, it is highly recommended that
Performance Certificate (EPC) (except some HMOs Landlords/Agents should provide a comprehensive inventory carried out by a
for example, bedsits or where you let out individual professional inventory clerk. This document will comprise an integral part of
rooms) at the earliest opportunity. the Assured Shorthold Tenancy Agreement and provides a detailed record of
the contents and condition of the property. This is invaluable should any
From April 2018, privately rented properties were dispute arise at the end of the tenancy.
required to have a minimum EPC rating of E for new
lets and renewals of tenancies (and by April 2020 for We will arrange for this service through our recommended inventory company.
existing tenancies). Where a property qualifies for an The cost is £150.00 Inc VAT, this includes the initial inventory and one
exemption, this must be registered on the National inspection within three months of the tenant being in the property. This will be
PRS Exemptions Register. Local authorities can deducted from the first months rent and £65.00 Inc VAT will be deducted from
impose penalties of up to £5,000 for breaches. the final months’ rent for the final inspection when the tenant vacates. We
Tenants can also ask permission to carry out energy would also highly recommend further six monthly inspections throughout the
performance improvements and you cannot tenancy at an additional cost of £50.00 Inc VAT, per inspection.
unreasonably refuse consent.
During inspections we can check for any visible defects that may require
We can arrange an EPC on your behalf at a cost of attention or repair. Should any defects be noted these would be reported to
£84.00 Inc VAT you, together with our suggestions of what to do to resolve the issue/s.
It must be noted that we cannot be held responsible for any disputes arising
out of missing issues or errors from inventories by a third party.
We will coordinate the tenant’s occupation and vacation of the property and
will require a completed signed document from the landlord authorising us to
return the deposit or withhold monies. It is strongly recommended that the
landlord visits the property at the end of the tenancy in order to ensure the
property is in good order and to see if any works are required prior to
remarketing.
6Why Not Use Lesley Greaves Letting Agents to let your property?
HOW TO LET & TENANT FEES ACT WHY OUR CLIENTS LOVE US
2019
When renting a property there is so much involved, we TESTIMONIALS - Why our clients LOVE us
choose to work closely with the Government to ensure we
correctly advise both our landlords and tenants. “I having been using Lesley Greaves for the last 8 years, and I have used
your letting service for new tenants, all the staff have been efficient, polite,
We have attached a helpful link that will provide you with all
the information required to rent out your property with us. professional and normally had a new tenant in 2-4 weeks moved in the
property, which is a excellent service, so would just like to say big Thank
How to let you to all the staff.”
LOWDHAM, Nottingham-April 2020
Tenant Fees Act 2019: Guidance for landlords and agents
https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/housing-how- “This was our first time letting a property and we chose Lesley Greaves as
to-guides they had a local office. The friendly, knowledgeable staff helped us through
each step of the letting process and were always available to answer our
questions. We have received excellent service and would thoroughly
SELECTIVE LICENSE & Homes (Fitness recommend them”
for Human Habitation) Act 2018 BURTON JOYCE, Nottingham
A license is a LEGAL REQUIREMENT for EACH property a “Amazing very prompt in answering emails and explaining the process of
Landlord owns within the Nottingham City catchment renting under these difficult times it was all done on line very efficiently.
area. You can check whether your property is covered by Within a week of moving in the Lesley Greaves signboard was removed
the proposed license scheme through the Nottingham City without any prompting. Many thanks for all your help”
Council website by using the following link: LOWDHAM, Nottingham
geoserver.nottinghamcity.gov.uk/myproperty
http://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2018/34/pdfs/ukpga
_20180034_en.pdfWhere we are! Gedling Hub of Excellence 20 Main Road Gedling Nottingham NG4 3HP Tel: 0115 931 4474 Option 2 Email: lettings@lesleygreaves.co.uk www.lesleygreaves.co.uk Client money protection(cmp) provided by: Safeagent : A4829 Independent redress provided by: The Property Ombudsman: D01289 Registered in England No. 5773186. Lesley Greaves Ltd. VAT number – 917862296
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