Landlord Switching Service In Reading

Switching Service For Landlords

What Is a Switcher Landlord?

A "Switcher Landlord" at Adams Estates signifies a landlord who has made the transition to our specialised services from another agency or from selfmanagement. Despite the remarkable improvements in the estate agent sector's quality and professionalism in recent years, a substantial number of our new clients choose to switch to Adams Estates from other agencies or enlist our support in assuming management of their properties, even while tenancies are in progress. Our team boasts extensive experience in orchestrating this transition, and our unwavering commitment is to ensure that the process is as streamlined and hassle-free as possible, stress-free, and seamless as possible.

Can you switch during a tenancy?

It's a common misconception among landlords that they cannot switch agents mid-tenancy and that they must wait until the current tenant gives notice before making the change. However, this is not always the case, and you don't have to handle the process on your own – we can handle it for you!

If you are considering switching from your current letting agent, here are some straightforward steps to guide you:

1. Begin by determining the notice period required for switching to a new agent. You can find this information in the terms and conditions you agreed to when initially marketing the property. If you need assistance with this, please don't hesitate to reach out to us.

2. If you are using a fully managed service, we recommend obtaining the contact details of your current tenant. Your existing agent should provide you with this information.

3. We will schedule a meeting with you, either at your residence or at our offices, where we will discuss our terms of business. During this meeting, we will outline our lettings process and our commitment to delivering a comprehensive lettings and management service. You will receive all the necessary paperwork to review and complete. In most cases, we can either match or improve upon your current management fees while enhancing your service levels.

4. Meeting your current tenant is a crucial step. We will arrange to meet them at the property to explain the transition process, provide them with new bank details for rent payments, and inform them of the new address for legal notices. As part of this transfer, a new tenancy agreement may be required for the tenant to sign. This is done to ensure compliance with the latest legislative changes. We will also handle any necessary deposit transfers or registrations.

5. Both you and your tenant will be assigned a dedicated Property Manager who will serve as your point of contact throughout the tenancy for any issues that may arise and require attention.

Switching agents during a tenancy can be a smooth and manageable process with our assistance.

What We Require from Your Current Lettings Agent:

To facilitate a smooth transition, we kindly request the following from your current lettings agent:

1. A copy of the signed tenancy agreement.

2. A copy of the prescribed information for deposit transfer.

3. A copy of the inventory provided at the initial check-in.

4. The landlord's annual gas safety certificate (if applicable).

5. An electrical condition report.

6. A copy of the inventory provided at the initial check-in.

7. The collection of spare keys held at their branch.

Please don't hesitate to get in touch with the team at Adams Estates. We are always ready to assist you with your property needs. Our commitment to the local property market is unwavering, and as an independent agency, we can offer tailored advice to suit your unique circumstances.