Our Fully Managed service takes all the stress away from you and we oversee everything to provide you with a seamless and stress-free lettings provision. We’ll ensure your property is compliant and safe.
At Howkins & Harrison, we understand that managing a rental property can be time-consuming and stressful, especially with constantly changing legislation and tenant needs. That’s why our Fully Managed Lettings Service is designed to give landlords total peace of mind, offering a seamless, hands-off experience where we handle every aspect of your property’s day-to-day management.
From ensuring legal compliance to maintaining tenant satisfaction, we provide a comprehensive service so you can focus on the rewards of your investment, without the hassle.
What’s Included in Our Fully Managed Service?
Our fully managed clients benefit from everything included in our part-managed and let-only, plus the following additional support:
During the Tenancy:
- Direct Tenant Communication: We act as the main point of contact for your tenants throughout the tenancy, handling all property and tenancy matters while keeping you fully informed.
- Regular Property Inspections: Inspections are carried out every 3 to 4 months (subject to access), ensuring your property remains in good condition and compliant with legal standards.
- Maintenance & Repairs: Any necessary maintenance identified during inspections will be reported to you.
- If repairs are under the agreed float amount (typically £150–£250), we’ll arrange them without delay.
- For urgent issues, we’ll act immediately and deduct costs from held funds or invoice you accordingly.
- For all other repairs, we’ll seek your written approval before proceeding.
- Tenancy Breaches: Should we become aware of any breach of the tenancy agreement, we’ll notify you, advise on your options, and act according to your instructions.
- Ongoing Management: We continue to oversee the tenancy until the agreement ends. Please note that our responsibility ceases at the end of the tenancy, and we do not take any responsibility for the property during any void periods where an active tenancy agreement is not in place.
- Arrears & Claims Support: On your instruction, we’ll pursue reasonable efforts to recover any rent arrears, loss, or damage. If necessary, we’ll recommend specialist solicitors (legal fees apply).
- Rent protection warranties are also available—please ask us for more details.
Towards the End of the Fixed Term:
- Tenancy Renewal Support: We’ll contact you to review your options as the fixed term ends, liaise with tenants, and negotiate new terms on your behalf.
- If authorised, we can enter into a new tenancy agreement directly with your current tenants.
At the End of the Tenancy:
- Check-Out & Deposit Handling: We’ll handle the check-out process, assess the property condition, and provide a detailed report.
- If needed, we’ll advise on and process any appropriate deposit deductions or insurance claims related to property damage or loss.
- Re-Marketing Your Property: We’ll begin re-marketing your property promptly to minimise void periods and advise on current rental values based on market conditions.
- Utilities & Final Steps: Where possible, we’ll take final meter readings (provided we have access and meter location details) and ensure a smooth transition to the next tenancy.
Complete Peace of Mind
Our Fully Managed Service is ideal for landlords who prefer a hands-off approach while still maintaining full control over important decisions. Let us take care of the day-to-day management, compliance, and communication, so you can enjoy the benefits of your investment with total confidence.
To find out more or to discuss upgrading your service, feel free to contact us today.
