Barratt Last Estate Agents have been serving the residents of Castle Bromwich and the surrounding areas from their Chester Road office for over 25 years. Throughout this time, we have built a solid reputation for valuing, selling and letting properties in the nearby suburbs.
The Partners and Staff have a passion for property with many years of experience between them.
Selling
Contemplating a move?
If you're contemplating a move, the best starting point is to get an idea of the market value. We are always happy to visit, at a time to suit and give you our professional opinion on price.
There is no charge or obligation whatsoever, and any discussions we have are in complete confidence.
Buying
Looking for a property?
Register with us to get advance notifications of new properties before they go live to the open market.
Dedicated staff focused on making sure the process runs smoothly through to completion.
Landlords
Got a property to Let?
If you are looking for a new Managing Agent or tenant, we can come and give you an up to date market appraisal on current rental prices.
There is no charge or obligation whatsoever, and any discussions we have are in complete confidence.
Set Up Fee/Tenant Find for each new Tenancy
£474 (inc VAT)
- Agree the market rent and find a suitable Tenant in accordance with the Landlords guidelines
- Give marketing advice with regard to the property
- Provide guidance on compliance with statutory provisions and letting consents
- Carry out accompanied viewings (as required)
- Market the property and advertise on relevant portals
- Erect a ‘To Let’ board outside the property if required
- Provide a written and photographic inventory
- Take meter readings and advise all relevant utilities (not phone) of changes
- For ‘Tenant Find’ only, take a Security Deposit from the Tenant and pass it to the Landlord, giving advice, for them to protect it with a Government authorised scheme
Level of Service Offered Thereafter:
Fully Managed - 12% (inc VAT)
- Register the Landlord and Tenant details, protect the Security Deposit with a Government authorised scheme and provide the Tenant with Deposit Certificate and Prescribed Information within 30 days of the start of the Tenancy
- Collect and remit the monthly rent received
- Chase non-payment of rent and provide advice on rent arrears actions
- Deduct commission and other works from the rent, as and when required
- Carry out an inspection of the property every three months and notify the Landlord of the outcome. Carry out a final inspection when the Tenants leave
- Arrange routine repairs and instruct approved contractors
- Hold keys to the property throughout the term of the Tenancy
Renewal of Existing Tenancy
£90 (inc VAT)
- Contract negotiation, amending and updating terms and arranging a further Tenancy and agreement
INDEPENDENT REDRESS PROVIDED BY: The Property Ombudsman, 43-45 Milford Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire SP1 2BP – 01722 333 306 – www.tpos.co.uk
Barratt Last Estate Agents is a member of Client Money Protect which is a client money protection scheme.
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS ON THE PROCESS, PLEASE ASK US
Tenants
Looking for a property to rent?
Our great landlord relationships mean, we are able to make your renting process an enjoyable journey! We know how difficult it can be to find a rental property – Register with us to be told about properties before the go to market.
Tenant Referencing/Administration
FREE - per prospective Tenant over 18.
Referencing to include identity, proof of residency, immigration and visa confirmation if required, financial credit checks, obtaining references from current or previous employers/Landlords and any other relevant information to assess affordability. Contract negotiation with the Landlord/s and arranging the Tenancy and agreement.
Guarantor Referencing
FREE - per Guarantor if required.
Covering proof of identity and residency, financial credit referencing, obtaining references from current or previous employers and preparing a Deed of Guarantee as part of the Tenancy Agreement.
Pet Deposit
A deposit of five weeks rent will be required.
To cover the added risk of property damage. This will be protected together with your security deposit in a Government authorised scheme and may be returned at the end of the deposit. This is at the discretion of the Landlord if they will allow pets. Please ask for further details.
Renewal of Tenancy
FREE
Arranging a further Tenancy and agreement:
At the start of the Tenancy, one months rent in advance will be required together with a deposit up to a maximum of 5 weeks rent. Please ask for further details.
INDEPENDENT REDRESS PROVIDED BY: The Property Ombudsman, 43-45 Milford Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire SP1 2BP – 01722 333 306 – www.tpos.co.uk
Barratt Last Estate Agents is a member of Client Money Protect which is a client money protection scheme.
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS ON THE PROCESS, PLEASE ASK US
