The benefits of using a property management service - a guide for landlords

Posted on June 30, 2021

Being a landlord in the residential or commercial property sector can be an extremely rewarding opportunity. But buying and managing a property to let comes with several challenges, especially if you’re a first time landlord or have a large portfolio.

Even after you’ve purchased the perfect rental property, there’s yet more work to be done. But with the right support from an experienced property manager like us, you can make being a landlord as rewarding as it should be. Here we take a closer look at the many benefits that go hand-in-hand with using a property management service.

Find the right tenants

Finding the right tenant can make all the difference to your experience as a landlord, and thankfully with the help of a property management service, you don’t have to do this alone. As an independent estate agency with extensive local knowledge, we use our skills and experience to track down the right tenants for your property.

Stay fully compliant

As a landlord, you have a number of legal and moral obligations. With high quality rental stock and safe, fair tenant experiences the focuses of the industry, staying up to date and compliant with the latest and greatest legislation is more important than ever.

Here at Hackett Property, we stay ahead of current rules and regulations, so you don’t have to. We’ll work closely with you to deliver the information and support you need to fulfil your obligations in regards to gas and electrical safety testing, fire safety regulations, Legionnaire’s Disease checks, maintenance, repairs, and tenant deposits.

Maintain and repair your property

Every rental property is an investment, and taking care of this investment in both the long and short term is vital. A property manager will ensure your rental property stays in tip top condition and your tenants remain satisfied by managing unexpected repair work and routine maintenance.

Make rent collection easy

A property management service will take care of your properties and tenants, managing everything from maintenance and repairs to rent reviews and lease renewals. But there’s one process that’s essential to the entire sector – rent collection.

A property manager will work with your tenants to collect rent on time and in full, dealing with delays and partial payments on your behalf.

Look after your investment

Thanks to our market insights and knowledge, our property management experts are in the best position to provide you with advice and support that allows you to make the most of your investment.

For further information about our professional property management service, please get in touch with our team.