Landlords, trust us with your property
Outstanding Lettings Services at Walmsley Estate Agency
“Hi, I’m Janet Burns, and I have been leading our lettings department for over 20 years. With over three decades of experience, I’ve built enduring relationships with clients who trust my expertise…
We are dedicated to providing exceptional lettings services tailored to our clients’ unique needs. Leveraging our extensive industry experience and deep understanding of the Reading rental market, we consistently achieve outstanding results. Whether you’re a new landlord entering the rental market or an existing landlord in search of a new agent, we are here to guide you every step of the way. Our comprehensive lettings services cover all aspects of the rental process, ensuring a seamless and hassle-free experience.
With a client-centered approach and a commitment to excellence, we take the time to listen and understand your specific requirements. Our team provides honest and transparent advice, equipping our landlords with the knowledge to make informed decisions. We believe in clear and open communication, keeping you updated throughout the process and promptly addressing any concerns.
Experience the difference of working with our passionate team committed to delivering outstanding lettings services.”
Tenant Find and Full Management services available
Are you a homeowner looking to rent your property for the first time or a professional landlord with a property portfolio? Look no further, because we are here to provide you with a seamless and worry-free experience in managing your rental property.
We understand the importance of finding the right tenant. Our team of experts is dedicated to taking care of every aspect of property management, from tenant search and selection to rent collection, routine maintenance, property inspections, and day-to-day operations. You can rest assured knowing that your property is in safe hands with us.
Our commitment to excellence means that we always strive to find high-quality tenants and negotiate the best possible rent on your behalf. We prioritise prompt and professional communication, providing you with guidance and advice throughout the tenancy. With years of experience in the industry, we are fully trained, accredited, and up-to-date with the ever-changing rules and regulations surrounding property letting. We are here to provide you with a comprehensive overview, ensuring that you are well-informed and confident in your decisions.
Don’t just take our word for it – our track record speaks for itself. With an outstanding average star rating of 4.5 stars based on more than 200 Google and GetAgent reviews, our friendly yet professional service has garnered praise from numerous satisfied clients.
Choose Walmsley Property Management as your trusted partner in property letting. Contact us today to discover how we can assist you in maximising the potential of your rental property and providing you with peace of mind.
Licenced and Regulated
Both as a Company and qualified individual staff we are members of ARLA Propertymark, the UK’s professional body for letting agents. This provides you with peace of mind as, at every step of the way, we are required to work in open and transparent way that is subject to independent scrutiny.
Walmsley are part of the Propertymark Client Money Protection (CMP) Scheme, which reimburses landlords, tenants and other clients should an agent misappropriate their rent, deposit or other client funds. Your money will be held in a designated client account in accordance with the scheme rules which can be found at:
https://www.propertymark.co.uk/media/1045366/conduct-and-membership-rules.pdf
Further information can be found here
Marketing Your Home
It is important that your property is shown to it’s best advantage in order to attract a great response. We can provide advice on presentation and arrange photography, floorplans and video tours.
Our most popular service levels are listed below
To find out more about our available services please contact our lettings team
Levels of Services
Tenant Intro.
Tenant Intro
managed
Managed
Valuation and marketing strategies
Photographs, option of drone photography, advertising boards where possible, viewings etc
Referencing
ID checks, right-to-Rent check, financial credit checks, references from current or previous employers, landlord, etc
Contract negotiation
Amending and agreeing terms
Inventory preparation and check-in
Testing smoke and CO alarms, condition check including photographs, basic legionella testing, opening meter reads and updating suppliers/local authority (Council tax)
Quarterly house visits and compilation of report with photography
£60 Including VAT
Administration of maintenance, arranging access and processing invoices
Collection and transfer of initial months’ rent
Demand, collection and transfer the monthly rent
Hold keys throughout the tenancy term
Annual deposit registration
Via TDS
£36 Including VAT
Tenancy agreement preparation and all associated Deregulation paperwork
Dealing with general enquiries during tenancy
Coin meter collection
Limited Tax Advice
We always strongly recommend to also consult a Tax accountant
Legal updates during tenancy
Advice and quotations required for property upgrades during tenancy
Court paperwork and attendance
Further service fee applies
HMO Management
Arrangement for renewal of appropriate legal documentation to include EPC, Gas certificate, EICR, PATs
No Upfront Costs
We work on a no let, no fee basis. In the unlikely event we don’t succeed for you, you pay us nothing.
Your home will appear on all the UK’s leading property websites
More than 80% of tenants start their property search online, which is why we invest heavily in our own website and the UK’s leading property websites including:
Free Market Appraisal
If you are thinking of letting a property, why not contact us for a market appraisal of your property. This service is free and without obligation. We are experienced valuers who research comparable evidence of similar properties nearby that have recently let, to provide you with an accurate assessment.
Quality Professional Tenants
Aside from our large database of active tenants, we have long-standing relationships with key relocation agents and local companies requiring accommodation for employees. Our proactive team are fully incentivised to ensure our rental properties reach the right tenants as soon as possible and are readily available to do viewings. Tenants are thoroughly referenced to include County Court Judgement and Bankruptcy searches together with Right to Rent checks.