Become A Landlord - Let Your Home
12th December 2014When it comes to selling a home, the norm is that we are looking to sell up so we can buy another property. However, sometimes the situation is such that you could retain your property and gain an opportunity for maximising your long-term profit, gathering additional return on your investment.
For example:
- Couples moving in – one property could be leased
- Property Inheritance – you could let this home rather than selling
- Ready for a downsize – lease your home and realise the equity as a down-payment on a smaller property
- Long-term owners – if you have paid off a sizeable chunk of your mortgage, you may be in a position to move on without the need to sell
Selling a home in the current climate can be tricky and depending on when you bought, you may feel that your property hasn’t yet garnered the return you’d hoped for. This is where a longer-term strategy for rental can help you reach full financial potential.
Many of our clients are surprised to learn that they’d be eligible for a Buy To Let remortgage or have simply never considered the possibility of becoming a landlord. The over-riding thought is that landlords have multiple properties and are serious, big-playing property magnates. Well, nothing could be further from the truth!
Whilst it’s true that we manage and maintain a number of property portfolios for larger investors, we also help people like you to turn one home into a monthly income and long-term investment. We have helped many owners onto the landlord ladder and offered expert guidance and solid advice every step of the way.
We can:
- Advise you in securing a buy-to-let mortgage
- Ensure your property is compliant with current legislation
- Draft your legal contract or rental
- Market your property through our successful online and traditional channels
- Find and reference check only suitable tenants
- Maintain and manage your property rental for you moving forward
In order to assure our clients of our commitment to these points we never take a management fee while your property is empty, and always give honest, realistic feedback on your property and its potential in the current market. Why not click onto our landlord section to find out more about the services we can offer.
We take our business very seriously and we’d like to invite you to tap into our network and consider your property for sale as a long-term income stream. If you’d like to find out more, or arrange an initial no-obligation meeting then please call Julie on 01738 630004 or email julie@ldperth.co.uk.
When it comes to selling a home, the norm is that we are looking to sell up so we can buy another property. However, sometimes the situation is such that you could retain your property and gain an opportunity for maximising your long-term profit, gathering additional return on your investment.
Lettings Assistant
Position Overview
Lettings Direct Perth is an independent lettings and property management company which has been operating in the city since 2011. We have experienced considerable growth over the past few years and now require a Lettings Assistant to support the Lettings Team in our busy office.
The position requires a friendly, efficient individual with a keen eye for detail and a great way with people. The right candidate for this responsible part-time role will be highly organised, able to prioritise quickly, remain calm under pressure, and possess excellent customer service skills.
Based at our city centre office, this person will be a first point of contact for many of our tenants and landlords, delivering on our promise of exceptional client care. The position also requires visits to our properties – a driving license is a must – including taking inventories and inspection visits.
From answering phones to replying to emails, dealing with property enquiries to arranging viewings and tradesmen visits, the role is varied and busy.
Lettings Direct are committed to the development of its staff. The team will fully support the successful candidate and training will be provided in-house, particularly in relation to customer systems and online portals. This role gives the candidate the chance to join a booming and dynamic organisation with the opportunity to learn and forge a rewarding career.
This is a part-time position offering 10 to 20 hours per week. As an essential service, the position is available for an immediate start. Click over to our website for full details.
Reporting to: Julie Cumming, Director of Lettings Direct
Office Location: 8 Atholl Crescent, Perth PH1 5NG
Hours: 10-20 hours per week. From time to time, some additional work may be required.
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