Christchurch Letting and Renting FAQ's from tenants and landlords
Letting in Christchurch
What is the rental demand in Christchurch
There is a good demand especially for 2- & 3-bedroom houses with gardens.
How many days it takes on average in Christchurch to rent a property
Correctly priced properties generally let within a week, tenants then move in 3 – 4 weeks later.
What is the trend of rental prices in Christchurch
Still very strong, rents have risen between 10 & 20% in the past 2 years and continue to rise for 2- & 3-bedroom houses.
What is included in my lettings fees?
Everything that we do to set up the tenancy is included in our letting fee except for the inventory, we are happy to provide a full fee schedule.
What happens if I do not let my property?
There is no charge if the property does not let.
How much will it cost me to let my property?
This will depend on the service level chosen, we are happy to provide a full fee schedule.
Does a landlord need to pay tax on rental income in Christchurch
We are not accountants, you will need to seek further advice, especially if you do not reside in the UK.
Who will pay the council tax - the landlord or the tenant?
Generally the tenant will pay, there may be exceptions, however.
What happens to my tenant's deposit?
When we receive it, we lodge it with The DPS as per legal requirements and it remains there until the end of tenancy.
How do I receive my rental income from my letting agent?
We pay you by BACS within 48 hours of receiving your rent from your tenant.
What if the tenant doesn't pay?
We can offer an insurance policy to cover this eventuality, in some cases this can be free for the first 12-months.
Can my tenant refuse an increase in rent?
Yes but this is very rare as we will discuss all rent increases with your tenant prior to imposing.
Why do I need an inventory?
This is a vital document, without this it will not be possible to dispute things such as cleaning and damage at the end of the tenancy which could leave you out of pocket.
What if the tenant damages the property?
This will depend on the level of damage, costs may be payable by the tenant, from deposit or, in some circumstances may rely on an insurance claim.
Can I enter my property during the tenancy?
We visit all managed properties at least 3 times a year with the tenants’ consent, if you want to visit, the tenant will need to give consent.
Why do I need an EPC?
This is a legal requirement, we can arrange these for you.
Do I need an Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR)?
This is a legal requirement; we can arrange these for you.
Do I need smoke alarms in my property?
This is a legal requirement; we can arrange these for you.