Central London Property Landlord's Guide
We provide a stress-free and professional service from start to finish
Whether you're a first-time landlord, have a portfolio of properties, or are an overseas investor, our experienced lettings team will provide honest, expert advice to help you achieve your goals.
Circa London is an independent, privately-owned business with a team focused on making your experience seamless and stress-free. Our independence allows us to offer personalised solutions that cater to the unique needs of our Landlords from all over the world, with greater flexibility.
We specialise in securing high-quality, thoroughly vetted tenants and handling every aspect of property management. We listen carefully to your needs and tailor our services to help you maximise your investment returns.
Our most valuable asset is our reputation for excellence. Many clients return to us time and time again and recommend our services. We strive to earn your trust by delivering outstanding results and exceptional customer service.
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Why choose Circa London to let my property
Circa London Sales & Lettings is extremely active in SE1, EC2A, and the surrounding areas of central London. With extensive experience in letting properties in these locations, we have a strong understanding of the current market conditions and can provide an accurate assessment of your property’s rental potential.
Overseas investors can enjoy the same personalised service through our Hong Kong office, headed by Tina Ting, assisted by Sara Ting, our experienced and knowledgeable Head of Client Management. They are dedicated to keeping clients well-informed and providing expert guidance on property investment opportunities in prime central London.
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What services does Circa London offer?
Let only service
We take care of every aspect of renting your property. This includes proactively marketing your rental property, conducting viewings, negotiating the rent, preparing the tenancy agreement, managing the tenant check-in, and registering the deposit. Our fee for this comprehensive service is payable as a one-time amount, at the start of the tenancy.
Rent collection service
This service includes everything in our 'Let Only' package and in addition, we will collect the rent on your behalf and follow up on any unpaid amounts. Our fee for this service is deducted monthly from the rent to help manage your cashflow. Additionally, we provide Client Money Protection to ensure your funds are fully safeguarded.
Full property management service
Our most popular service combines everything from our 'Let Only' and 'Rent Collection' packages, with the added benefit of a full property management service. This includes regular property inspections and prompt attention to any maintenance issues, ensuring your rental property is well-maintained and its value is protected.
Refurbishment, Home Staging and Furniture Packages
We have a keen understanding of current tenant needs and a commitment to delivering high-quality accommodation.
We offer specialised services such as refurbishment, project management and work with suppliers to provide furniture packages which can be delivered and installed within 48 hours, giving your property an instant ‘wow’ factor.
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Marketing
When you choose Circa London to let your property in central London, we ensure it receives maximum exposure. With our extensive local knowledge and broad network, we implement effective marketing strategies to secure the best rental price for your rental property.
We have prominent high street offices in Bankside SE1 (Southwark) and Shoreditch EC2A. These strategically located offices on Southwark Street, adjacent to TATE Modern, and Great Eastern Street, have large shop fronts, enabling us to reach a wide and diverse audience.
Our marketing also includes eye-catching ‘To Let’ boards (where appropriate), professionally designed property listings with high-quality photography, floor plans, and virtual tours.
Your property will be listed on major property portals including Rightmove, Zoopla, Onthemarket and GetAgent as well as the Circa London website and our social media channels.
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What is my rental property worth?
The demand for luxury rental homes in prime central London has been steadily increasing so it is crucial to set the correct asking price. At Circa London, we determine market valuations based on our local expertise and the latest rental data from similar properties in the area.
Robby Ellis, our experienced Head of Lettings, oversees all rental market appraisals. If you’re interested in knowing the potential rental value of your central London property, he offers a no-obligation, free appraisal. He'll also provide advice on any improvements that could help attract higher quality tenants and achieve the best rental price.
Additionally, he’ll guide you through the latest rules and regulations to ensure your property is fully compliant before letting.
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FAQs
You will receive the documents via email, along with instructions, and can access them on any smartphone, laptop, or tablet.
There are various other insurance options available. While none are required, several are highly recommended. Circa London Sales & Lettings can arrange Rent Protection and Legal Expense cover, on behalf of our landlords, as well as advise on Landlord’s contents insurance.
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As members of Propertymark, Circa London Estate Agents is closely monitoring the progress of the bill and will provide updates and clarifications, as they become available.
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There are in excess of one hundred rules and regulations that have to be complied with when letting a property. The constant updates to these rules make it difficult for many landlords and tenants to know all of these rules. This is where we can help and why it is prudent to engage the services of our excellent Management team.
It is our responsibility to make the rental property safe for your prospective tenants. This not only includes repairs to the property, but also that the property complies with the electrical and gas safety requirements, as well as, fire regulations, Energy Performance Certificates and much more.
One of the major changes recently in UK legislation that affected the private rented sector was the Tenant Fees Act. Similarly, there have also been a few updates to the Housing Act 1988. As a Landlord, here are the main things you need to know and comply with:
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In cases where references cannot be obtained, such as for overseas students, we will ask for a Guarantor. Currently it is not possible to obtain Rent Insurance for tenants that cannot be referenced but due to changes proposed within the Renter’s Rights Bill, Insurers are looking in to being able to provide this.
Our goal is to give you peace of mind and remove as much of the potential stress as possible from the process..
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In the rare case that a tenant cannot or will not pay, we will attempt to resolve the issue directly with the tenant. If we are unsuccessful and instructed by the landlord, we may instigate legal proceeding to regain possession and recover any rent arrears.
As we fully qualify and reference tenants, non-payment of rent is extremely rare. We also recommend Rent Protection and Legal Expense insurance, to safeguard landlords against losses in such situations.
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Unfurnished rental properties attract tenants seeking long-term stays, as moving furniture is costly and time-consuming. This often leads to fewer void periods and steady income. Tenants bring their own furniture, relieving you of the responsibility for replacements and the costs of wear and tear. Additionally, inventories are simpler, and insurance concerns are significantly reduced.
However, unfurnished rental properties typically rent for less than furnished rental properties. Tenants, especially students or young professionals, may prefer the convenience of a furnished space. If a tenant requests the rental property to be unfurnished, you may need to remove and store any existing furniture.
Furnished Properties: Pros and Cons
Furnishing your rental property can mean you can command a higher rent, and make it more appealing to tenants who need a ready-to-move-in home, such as students or young professionals. This can result in a higher demand and quicker lets. This may be a significant advantage if you're relying on the rental income to cover mortgage payments.
On the down side, furnished rental properties often have higher tenant turnover. You’ll also need to invest in furniture, which can be costly, and you’ll bear the responsibility for replacing worn items.
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An inspection report is vital when checking the tenant's compliance with the terms of the tenancy agreement, particularly concerning cleanliness, neglect, defects, wear and tear and damage, as well as health and safety issues.
Our property managers visit your rental property at a pre-arranged time to complete an inspection and condition report, documented with supporting photographic evidence. They then report to you, together with any recommendations for repair or maintenance work that may be required.
Inspections can help catch minor issues before they become major problems resulting in serious damage to the property and unexpected costs.
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The time and effort you spend on the presentation of your rental property, will pay huge dividends and research shows that dressing well can increase the rental by up to 20%. Furthermore, the investment you make will be more than covered by the shorter void periods, and therefore the return outweighing the costs.
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