THE law relating to tenancies in the UK is particularly complex and legal advice will usually be sought if there is a dispute between landlord and tenant.
For that reason, it is worth involving your solicitor at most stages of a letting. Even if you draw up your own tenancy agreements, it is worth running them by a solicitor.
Using agents
Using an agent is the simplest way for a landlord to ensure that a property is maintained, rent is collected and all legal issues are carried out in the proper fashion.
When choosing an agent to manage your property, it is recommended that you find one who is registered with the Association of Residential Letting Agents (ARLA). Employing an ARLA agent will ensure that the property is maintained to the standard it was in the beginning of the tenancy.
Your agent can also help prepare a tenancy agreement, draw up an inventory, advise you on changes in legislation and collect rent and bills.
Tenancy agreements
If you intend to rent without using an agent, it is vital that a comprehensive tenancy agreement is prepared.
In England and Wales tenants do not have a right in law to a written tenancy agreement. However, responsible landlords will wish to draw one up as a matter of good practice.
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