Reference checks are top priority for landlords
A new report from Hunters now one of the UK’s largest independent estate agency chains with over 170 branches nationwide says, according to latest research, ensuring potential tenants have passed reference checks came in as the top priority for landlords when selecting an agent to let their property, speed of let and trained staff cited as the second and third priorities.
The new report found that rent achieved on a property did not appear in the top three factors taken into account by landlords when selecting an agent.
Carrie Alliston, Head of Lettings, said: “It is undeniable that the UK has a growing market for lettings, with more people renting than ever before, whether this is because they are struggling to get onto the housing ladder or enjoy the flexibility renting gives them. It is therefore highly important to ensure that although the market is widening, agents are still doing the necessary procedures to protect both landlords and tenants. At Hunters our staff are trained to find the most reliable tenants to ensure our landlords receive rent in good time, their properties are well looked after and are unlikely to be left empty at short notice.” more….
To read the news report from Hunters in full click here
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