When it comes to deciding which agent to use there can be a bewildering amount of choice. You only have to search Hadsul.com to see the volume of agents that operate in the Uganda. The aim of this short guide is to provide you with some principles that should help you create a good shortlist of agents to speak to. Which agents have similar properties to let? Firstly, get a feel for who...
Lettings markets rarely operate a sole agency system, meaning you are usually able to have more than one agent trying to find you a tenant at the same time without being penalised by higher fees. There are some localised exceptions where an agent may offer a reduced fee if you sign on a sole agency basis. Once you have a tenant in-situ you can usually dis-instruct their managed services and re-instruct...
Letting a property successfully can be a time consuming and complex process, but using a letting agent can help you to mitigate many of these risks. Whilst most tenancies run smoothly, a good agent will help you let your property quicker, for more money, to a good calibre tenant. If you do have a difficult tenancy you will quickly come to understand the value of a good letting agent. Can I afford an...
As a landlord, it’s important you know how to handle tenant deposits and tenancy agreements correctly. Preparing a Tenancy Agreement If you are renting out a whole property to one or more individuals, you (or your lettings agent if you are using one) will need to prepare a tenancy agreement. It is important that any rules or restrictions are explained clearly within the tenancy agreement as...
If you are using an agent, they will be able to handle both viewings and negotiations on your behalf. If you are choosing not to use an agent, you will need to handle both of these yourself and so it is important you are familiar with how both of these work. Viewings If this is the first time you have let your property, then it is important that you ensure that the property is neat and tidy. You...
If you’ve decided to use an agent to market your property they will take care of all the marketing of your property, including ensuring it’s listed on Hadsul, to get you a good tenant as quickly as possible. The agent will also ensure your property has been advertised correctly, ensuring all details are correct and nothing important has been omitted. What type of tenant are you looking...
At Hadsul, we often hear of the challenges and frustrations that people with accessibility needs experience when looking for their next home. They’ve told us it can be difficult to know if they should consider viewing a property because there isn’t enough information on the listing to help them to decide if it’s suitably accessible. We’re constantly exploring ways to help make it easier to...
Moving in and out of properties can be a stressful and tiring experience as there are so many things to remember. Follow our advice to help take the edge off your next move. Moving in day At the start of every tenancy, on move-in day, an inventory check-in will be conducted. If there is no inventory check-in you can ask your letting agent landlord to carry out one. This report is essentially in...
Once you’ve completed your first year of University, it’ll be time to move on to your second-year accommodation and we understand that this can be a lot to think about. Living in private halls Despite many students choosing to live in shared accommodation after completing their first year, private halls are becoming an increasingly popular alternative that often provide additional onsite...
Once notice has been served, either by the landlord or the tenant, you will need to prepare for your next move and the landlord will most likely also begin their search for a new tenant. Your tenancy agreement will normally permit the landlord or agent to conduct viewings in the last few weeks of the tenancy, as long as they provide adequate notice, and so you will need to accommodate this. Even though...