This is an interesting article published by The Daily Telegraph (and Direct Line) with some really good, common sense advice on avoiding or minimising void periods.
1 – Pay attention to maintenance issues
2 – Charge a reasonable rent
2 – Build a good rapport with your tenant
3 – Make sure your property looks good in your marketing photos.
Read the whole article here :
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/property/property-club/10456985/landlord-advice-tenants.html