(for landlords)   Draw up a professional inventory.   > Prevents arguments at tenancy end.     Present an immaculate property, tenants respect this.   > What you let is what you get back.     Respond to tenants maintenance requirements promptly.   > How you value your tenant reflects on how they will value your property.

As the property ages, dilapidations set in. Landlords should regularly update the condition (interior). This preserves rental value in the face of competition, or in a difficult market.     It has been quoted that tenants often wait more than 6 weeks for their deposit to be returned.   An inventory will speed up this process. Ensure you have one – it can protect you.     For more information visit:   ARLA (Association of Residential Letting Agents) - www.arla.co.uk     < BACK TO SERVICES