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Rental Valuation
You arrange a FREE no obligation rental valuation with Vink in one of the following ways;
. by phone: call 01268 77 31 35 or 07791 959 127
. by e mailing one of our consultants
. through our web site
During the valuation our experienced valuers will discuss any worries or queries you may have.

The following should be carefully considered prior to renting your property.

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Fire Regulations
All properties must meet with the standards of the Fire and Furnishings (Fire) (Safety) Regulations 1988.

Gas Safety Check
To comply with current legislation, all gas appliances including heating systems must be checked by a GAS SAFETY registered engineer and a Safety Certificate must be issued and a copy given to us.

Electricity
It is required to have all electrical appliances tested under The Portable Appliance Test(P.A.T.)and it is advised to have the electrical supply and installation checked prior to a tenant taking occupation.

Insurance
We can introduce you to an insurance company that specialises in various insurance schemes for Landlords. Please contact us for further details. We are also now able to offer to all managed properties the Rent Guarantee Scheme as part of our Management Service. Please feel free to call us direct to discuss this service further. Please note it is the Landlord's responsibility and not their agents to ensure that the property is adequately insured at all times, i.e. whilst the property is empty for any period, you should check with your insurance company as to their particular requirements to be able to maintain full cover of both the buildings and contents. Tenants are responsible for; Council Tax, Water Rates, Gas, Electricity, Telephone line rental along with the apparatus and call charges. They are responsible for insuring their contents only, not the landlords.

Inventory
We strongly recommend, in every letting case, that landlords have an inventory and schedule of condition carried out to safeguard the contents and condition of a property. However, if we are instructed as Managing Agents, this must be included in order to enable us to provide our usual high standard of service.

We will be happy to provide you with a copy of our terms and conditions.

The Law 1988 Housing Act.

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This Act has proven to offer the maximum protection for Landlords. The Assured Shorthold Tenancy has been very popular because it assures the right of possession as long as the documents are drawn and served correctly. The minimum period of let we undertake to draw up on your behalf is 6 months. This can be extended at 6 or 12 monthly intervals until, you, the landlord requires possession, upon which a two month notice of intent to apply for possession is served upon the tenant.

Furnishing Your Property

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Letting has three tiers with regards to furniture. Buying extra furniture is not necessary. You are in control of the situation. We have outlined the difference between Fully Furnished, Unfurnished and Part Furnished as follows:

What Fully Furnished means
We recommend everything be left convenient to every day living, enabling tenants to literally unpack their suitcases.
We must stress that all electrical goods left are the landlord's responsibility not the tenants.


What Part Furnished means
Part furnished means exactly that. You can leave exactly what you want to leave. We do however recommend that the basic electrical appliances be left to aid in the upkeep of the property if the tenant needs them, i.e. Hoover, floor polisher etc. The tenant is responsible for the upkeep of the garden, the availability of tools would aid in helping to maintain its standard.

What Unfurnished means
An Unfurnished property has no furniture whatsoever. Fitted units and wardrobes are not classed as furniture.
All tenants have their own individual needs and before a let starts to be processed we would advise the landlord of the requirements and take their instructions.
All the carpets and curtains are to be left in all three cases.
Most tenants require kitchen appliances and this should be taken into consideration when deciding what to leave.


Preparation of the Property
The property should be in good decorative order, clean and tidy internally and externally. Electrical and gas appliances should be checked and serviced before the tenant occupies the property.
All operating manuals, instruction booklets, maintenance contracts and guarantees should be left with the agent so that copies can be passed to the tenant.
The initial standard of the property will be reflected on file and this standard would be expected to be maintained by the tenant.
If we are Sole managing agents and written instructions are received from the landlord we will maintain our inspections of the property if empty. A small surcharge would be incurred should the property be vacant for a period of more than one calendar month. Failing this our managerial responsibility ends until another tenant is found.

Once you've decided to let your property, select one of the letting services we provide.

Select One of Our Letting Services

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Let Only Service
Our Let Only Service is aimed at the 'hands-on' landlord who only requires Vink to find and vet suitable tenants. This service includes;
. Advise rent achievable
. Promote the property and find a suitable Tenant
. Take references for the intending Tenant or their Guarantor investigating employment status, previous landlord and bank credit history
. Show the Landlord the references for their approval and confirmation that the Tenancy can proceed
. Prepare a Tenancy agreement and Legal Notices in accordance with the relevant Housing Acts and Legislation
. Organise or advise preparation of property inventory
. Obtain cleared funds for the first months rent and a Tenancy bond, before or on the day the Tenant moves in
. Get all signatures from Tenants on the Tenancy Agreement and Legal Notices before the Tenant moves in
. To pay the first months rent and Tenancy bond into the Landlord's desired account, minus our Agency fee as agreed

NB. The Landlord is responsible for collecting subsequent rent, however the Agent will aid in setting a suitable arrangement between Tenant and Landlord.

Rent Collection Service

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In addition to our Let Only Service, our Rent Collection Service includes;
. To receive the Tenants monthly rent into our account and forward the amount minus our Agency Fees as agreed into the Landlord's desired account
. During the Tenancy, take steps to ensure rent is paid by the tenant.

Full Property Management Service

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In addition to our Rent Collection Service, our Full Property Management Service includes;
. During the Tenancy to take reasonable action against the Tenant to enforce the Tenant's obligations under the Tenancy Agreement
. To organise required repairs for the property with the Landlord's consent
. To inspect the property during the Tenancy
. To serve notice at the end of the Tenancy or the given notice date, otherwise organise a new agreement if the Tenants are staying at the property
. At the end of the Tenancy, check the Tenant out, report on the condition of the property and advise the Landlord of any damages that will affect the return of the Tenancy bond to the Tenants.

Once you decide which letting service you require, and on receiving instruction, Vink will process and market your property

Viewing of your Property

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Viewing's will take place at your convenience, however if we have a set of keys we can accompany a viewer when you're unable to meet us. Our consultants are available 7 days a week, including weekday evenings by appointment.

When You Will Receive Your Rent

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Your rent will be due every calendar month. This means if the tenancy began on the sixteenth of the month then the sixteenth of every month your rent is due. Please allow 5 working days for the monies to clear. The monthly invoice and statement will be raised, the balance of which will be sent (as per the landlord's instructions).

Tenancy Bond

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In most cases during the tenancy Vink will hold the deposit and at the end of the tenancy after you have received our copy of the inventory check together with any (if any) recommendations for deductions, the deposit will be returned to the tenant.