Advise please on lettings agents - to let through

[jennyh]

Hi

We are looking to let our 2 bed dulwich flat through a lettings agent ASAP and could do with advice from those who are currently in the same situation. For various reasons we are definitely not looking to do it privately and would like an agent to find and check out tenants, be the contact between them and us for issues and maintenance needs. We are happy to arrange tradesmen etc but just don't want the direct contact with the tenants, don't want to have to visit the flat frequently etc. I've heard various negative stories about lettings, some from here and others but looking to hear from as many people who are currently letting through a dulwich agent.

Also all advice appreciated on being a landlord, things to consider etc. we are going to let it unfurnished and have budgeted a contingency for costs (maintenance, repairs etc) and still researching the things to consider but can't beat recommendation and personal experience!

Thanks!

[jennyh]

Just bumping this in case anyone relevant is reading...still need advice!

[muffins78]

Hi jennyh, for what its worth to you - when I was a tenant, I rented from Keyhold - on Turney Road. Based on my experience with them, I've always said if I ever rent out my place, I will use them.

They always dealt with anything promptly. I can't remember if they did annual or biannual inspections (taking pictures too). Also they always had a numbers list, in case of emergencies etc.. But I never had to use that. All in all, Sue was really personable to deal with, and I can't recommend them enough from a tenants point of view. And I know from my experience with them, that my property (if I ever become a landlord) would be looked after.