How Landlords in Bognor Regis Can Beat the Blues
In this three-minute read, we look at ways to prevent the tenant/landlord relationship from turning sour.
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We hate to be the bearers of bad news but today is the most depressing day of the year – otherwise known as Blue Monday.
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It's the time of year when we fall into a post-Christmas slump because the weather is rubbish and money is tight.
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And as a landlord living through lockdown, your relationship with your tenant may also be under strain.
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Here at Whitlocks, we can't conjure up sunny skies or a lottery win, but we can help you improve your tenant situation.
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We've come up with three ways to combat common issues which can make Blue Monday even more miserable for landlords.
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Property damageÂ
Every landlord hopes their tenant will treat their property with respect – but unfortunately, that doesn't always happen.
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It's not uncommon for a landlord to be left to fix broken cupboards, holes in walls, carpet stains and doors that have come off the hinges – or worse.Â
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The best way to prevent your property getting trashed is to conduct an in-depth inventory at the start of a tenancy.
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Photograph and detail all furniture, fixtures, and fittings so both parties are clear what the property and its contents should look like when the lease ends.
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That way, if there is any dispute, you'll have evidence to back up your case.
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Rubbish removal
There's nothing more infuriating than a tenant who does a runner and leaves behind a mountain of rubbish and old tat for the landlord to bin.Â
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Sometimes these items are large – for example damaged white goods or broken furniture – and the landlord has to get a skip to remove it all.
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To prevent your property resembling a junkyard, you must carry out regular inspections. If you notice the rubbish piling up on a visit, you can act early – before your house or flat looks like the set of a horror film.Â
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The silent tenant
You may think it's a positive thing if you never hear from your tenant, but no news isn't always good news when it comes to managing a property.
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Sometimes tenants are reluctant to tell their landlord about a leaky pipe or dodgy electrical socket because they don't want to make a fuss.
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But that leak could cause costly water damage over time, and a faulty electrical socket could spark a serious blaze. You need to maintain an open dialogue with your tenant so that any maintenance issues get sorted promptly.
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You don't have to go over the top, but be proactive and personable. It's in everyone's best interests if the tenant/landlord relationship is a constructive one.
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One big reason to be cheerful this Blue Monday is that we can look after all of the above (and a whole lot more) for you.
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If you have any questions about managing your property in Bognor Regis or would like to find out about our property management services, please get in touch.Â
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Whitlocks strictly adheres to the government's Covid-19 restrictions.
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