Rental Facts

  1. You should be aware of the property location and how popular the rental market is in that area. It may be worth considering talking to local letting agents for advice.
  2. The local amenities in the area, shops, restaurants, transport links and the overall safety of the area.
  3. It is your responsibility to ensure the property is rented out. The mortgage will still need to be paid whether there is a tenant in the property or not.
  4. You can choose to use a reputable letting agent who will find the tenants for you and will check references and credit score them to make sure they are a suitable candidate to rent out your property.
  5. It is your responsibility that the property has a gas and electricity safety certificate and if you rent the property out furnished, you will be required that all furniture is fire resistant