HOW TO CARRY OUT A SUCCESSFUL RENTAL VIEWING
Setting the right tone and impression for your rental viewing secures and creates trust for the potential tenants.
Whether you are conducting rental viewings yourself or the estate agent is working on your behalf, make sure that the property is well prepared (spotlessly clean and hygienic) to attract the best tenants possible in the shortest time frame.
Get your rental viewing ready by following our top tips:
Remember, small things can make a big difference.
1) Spotlessly clean property
No matter how attractive your property is, make sure you get the place professionally cleaned.
A thoroughly cleaned kitchen, bedroom, bathroom, and toilet surfaces can make a huge difference to the chances of the property being rented out.
The surfaces should be dusted and hoovered properly. Ensure that windows and doors are cleaned inside and out. Look out for any cobwebs.
2) Don't neglect the repairs
If your property needs some repairs before a new tenancy begins, make sure you get them done before the viewing, as it will give the sense of well-maintained property.
Damp ceilings or broken furnishings can be extremely off-putting to potential tenants and may make you appear as a lazy landlord.
3) Is there a fresh feel to the property
Whoever is conducting the viewing needs to make sure they arrive before the tenants to ensure the house smells fresh and neutral. Open windows and doors to air out the property if necessary.
4) Be flexible with viewing timings
Being accommodating with viewing timings is one of the best ways to get a good tenant and quickly. Every tenant appreciates flexibility and adaptability regarding home viewings, as some might have odd working hours. Your fixed rental viewing hours on weekdays may be unsuitable for planning a visit.
Future tenants would highly appreciate it if you allowed late afternoon/evening viewings or viewings on the weekends.
5) Don't include or interfere with the tenant's freedom
If you are absent from the viewing scene and ask your agent to conduct it on your behalf, this may be beneficial if you are not confident in carrying out viewings yourself. Trust your agent's skill to sell your property's best attributes, as they will also benefit from renting your property.
Why work with a professional property management company?
Getting rental viewings/staging right is key to securing your chances of letting your property quickly and for the best possible price.
If you are running short on time to stage your property for viewings or don't fancy the idea of showing the property to multiple people, our agents can do it on your behalf.
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