During an economic downturn everything helps, so here is a brief list that we have put together
1.Get quotes always
Always try to obtain different quotes for any type of repairs or maintenance. Get two or three quotes, no matter how big or small the job. It may seem easier to stick with someone you know, but it may not be the most cost-effective option. It’s a buyer’s market right now, so take advantage of that and haggle.
2. An empty property is expensive
A landlord’s biggest nightmare is an empty property. If you’re struggling to find tenants, then consider lowering your asking price. Lowering your lease by 30 pounds each calendar month could be cheaper than losing out on one or more month’s worth of rent.
3. Comply with the law
Staying on the correct side of the law can be quite costly, therefore a lot of landlords tend to avoid their responsibilities. For example, if you fail to put your tenant’s deposit into a Tenancy Deposit Scheme, you could be forced to compensate your tenant with 3 times the deposit amount. This is one section where you do not want to try and save some cash.
4. Choose free online advertising
There are a variety of online resources, but Gumtree really is one of the best places online to look for a tenant. It’s free to post an advertisement with them, and they essentially draw in thousands and thousands of prospective tenants from all over the nation on a day by day basis – a great way to avoid pricey lettings agent fees.
5. Be good to your tenants
Once you’ve got a good tenant (you know, paying rent on time, not destroying your property by holding wild parties etc.), you need to uphold your end of the bargain. Do the things that count, like making sure necessary repairs are done on time and quickly.
