CAN I CHANGE MY LETTING AGENT?
YES YOU CAN WITH OUR LET'S SWITCH GUARANTEE
Many landlords believe that to change agents you must wait until the end of an existing tenancy, which is not the case.
A Tenancy Agreement is a contract between the Landlord and the Tenant, and changing agent does not affect the legal rights of either.
If a letting agent has not been delivering on service, it is likely that the tenant will be pleased that the management is changing and they may be more likely to stay in the property longer. Once you have given your agent written notice that you would like to leave, we’ll take it from there!
SWITCH AGENT IN 10 EASY STEPS
Step 1: Contractual obligations
Assist you with understanding your existing agents contract and any financial penalties that you should be aware of and advise you on how to give notice.
Step 2: We’ll refund your exit fees
Don’t worry if your old agent tries to charge you for leaving, we will cover the cost of your exit fees. Subject to terms and conditions.
Step 3: Contact the tenant
We will liaise with the tenant directly regarding the changeover, letting them know who we are and when we will be taking over the property.
Step 4: Contact your current agent
Step 5: Obtain tenancy documentation
Including the Tenancy Agreement, Deposit Scheme Prescribed Information, referencing and check-in documents and inventory report.
Step 6: Obtain property documentation
Including safety certificates and warranties. We will check that your property is fully compliant with current safety legislation.
Step 7: Collect keys
We will collect all sets of keys that are held by your previous agent and register them on to our system.
Step 8: Transfer of deposit
We will transfer your tenants deposit and issue them with a new Deposit Certificate and Prescribed Information if necessary.
Step 9: Arrange a property visit
We will arrange to visit your property as soon as possible, inspections are then carried out every quarter.
Step 10: Change of standing order
We will make sure that your tenant updates their standing order to our client account to pay their monthly rent.
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