Before we can market your property we have an obligation under Anti-Money Laundering Regulations to undergo due diligence checks.
We will require photo ID for all shared owners of the property. Other documents and information such as proof of address, contact details, occupation etc. will also be requested.
Title Deeds - you should have been sent a copy from your legal representative when you purchased the property. Alternatively, you can request a copy from Land Registry.
If your property is still subject to a mortgage, we will need to see written proof that you have permission to let your property. If a leasehold property, we will also need to see proof that you have permission from the freeholder.
If you are by Inland Revenue's regulation considered to be Non-UK resident, please provide us with your approval certificate for tax deductions. If you are unable to provide this, under the Non-Resident Landlord Scheme, we are legally obliged to withhold tax from the net rental income at base rate.
It is compulsory to have a valid EPC which assesses the energy efficiency of the property, this is usually valid for up to 10 years. The current legal minimum band to advertise and let a property in the UK is E rating.
Dependant on the type of property and location, you may be subject to certain licensing criteria such as a HMO licence or a Selective Licence. Contact us if you are unsure whether you require a licence.
Landlords have a legal obligation to specific safety checks throughout the property before it can be Let. This includes an Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR), Gas Safety Certificate, working smoke detectors on each storey and carbon monoxide detectors in all rooms containing a fixed combustion appliance solid (typically powered by for example, gas, coal, oil, wood etc.).
There are further regulations if you are letting your property with selected fixtures and furnishings. Click below for more information and guidance.