Letting with Bramleys

Whether professional landlord or private speculator, property management is key to ensuring you get the best possible return from your investment. 

Working with Bramleys

Bramleys is one of the largest independent property management agencies in the area taking care of around 900 properties.

We offer a comprehensive yet highly flexible property management solution and whilst clients are free to select from our three main propositions, more bespoke packages are available on request.

Our Packages

All of our landlords are different. Some wish to have a hands on approach with their investment property, whereas others prefer to have it fully managed.

This is why we offer a range of tailored packages to our clients to make the rental journey as easy as possible.
 

Tenant Find Only Service

The Tenant Find Only Service is aimed at the landlord who is prepared to commit a high proportion of energy, time and resources on the day-to-day operation of their let. Providing a full start-up service, Bramleys will ensure that all necessary details have been taken care of and the tenancy gets under way as smoothly as possible.

  • Preparation of particulars to go on view in our showroom, and to be sent to our registered prospective tenants. Your property will be displayed in the appropriate local office(s) being Huddersfield, Halifax, Elland, Mirfield and Heckmondwike.
  • The property is to be displayed on the following websites: Bramleys.com, Rightmove.co.uk and OnTheMarket.com.
  • Select suitable tenants from applications received.
  • Accompanied viewing as required.
  • Obtain references.
  • Preparation of an inventory.
  • Preparation of Tenancy Agreement and Notices.
  • Inform gas, electricity, water board and local councils of the tenancy.
  • Collection of one months rent in advance and a deposit, from the tenant. The deposit will be held under the Tenancy Deposit Protection Scheme. Tenant find only deposits will be forwarded direct to the Custodial Scheme on completion of a Tenancy.
  • Right to Rent checks.
  • We will advise you on how to ensure that the property is legally compliant ready for a tenant to move into and can arrange on your behalf the relevant certifications. We will also issue the correct legal documentation.

Tenant Find Service and Rent Collection Only

This option is our mid-range service and is ideal for the landlord who lives fairly close to the property and is able to handle the day to day maintenance of their property, but wants an agent to handle the legal side and collect the rent.

  • Preparation of particulars to go on view in our showroom, and to be sent to our registered prospective tenants. Your property will be displayed in the appropriate local office(s) being Huddersfield, Halifax, Elland, Mirfield and Heckmondwike.
  • The property is to be displayed on the following websites: Bramleys.com, Rightmove.co.uk and OnTheMarket.com.
  • Accompanied viewing as required.
  • Obtain references.
  • Preparation of the Tenancy Agreement and Notices.
  • Collection of one months rent in advance together with the agreed deposit to be held under the Tenancy Deposit Protection Scheme. The deposits will be retained by Bramleys under the non-custodial scheme.
  • Collect the monthly rent, provide client statements and transfer funds as appropriate.
  • Inform gas, electricity, water board and local councils of the tenancy.
  • Prepare and check inventories at the beginning of the tenancy.
  • Right to Rent checks.
  • We will advise you on how to ensure that the property is legally compliant ready for a tenant to move into and can arrange on your behalf the relevant certifications. We will also issue the correct legal documentation.

Full Management

Aimed at those who require a complete management service and do not wish to be involved with the day-to-day running of their let. Basically, Bramleys take care of everything from initial marketing of the property to finding suitable tenants, all safety checks, setting up the rental agreements, collecting the rent, periodic condition inspections and organisation of any repairs.

  • Preparation of particulars to go on view in our showroom, and to be sent to our registered prospective tenants. Your property will be displayed in the appropriate local office(s) being Huddersfield, Halifax, Elland, Mirfield and Heckmondwike.
  • The property is to be displayed on the following websites: Bramleys.com, Rightmove.co.uk and OnTheMarket.com.
  • Accompanied viewing as required.
  • Obtain references.
  • Preparation of the Tenancy Agreement and Notices.
  • Collection of one months rent in advance together with the agreed deposit to be held under the Tenancy Deposit Protection Scheme. The deposit will be retained by Bramleys under the non-custodial scheme.
  • Collect the monthly rent, provide client statements and transfer funds as appropriate.
  • Arrange and undertake periodic inspections, subject to the tenant allowing access.
  • Inform gas, electricity, water board and local councils of the tenancy.
  • Prepare and check inventories at both the beginning and end of each tenancy.
  • We will organise minor repairs on your behalf, subject to your consent being sought, except in an emergency.
  • Right to Rent checks.
  • We will advise you on how to ensure that the property is legally compliant ready for a tenant to move into and can arrange on your behalf the relevant certifications. We will also issue the correct legal documentation.

Start your property journey with Bramleys

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Book your free, no obligation market appraisal

We will arrange for one of our experienced valuers to meet you at your property.

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Inspection

After looking around we will discuss with you the best way to market your property, assessing recent comparable evidence and considering current market conditions. We will advise you on the legal requirements to enable your property to be rented out.

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Ready to let

Once you are ready to let your property, we will arrange a marketing appointment with you to take the photographs and produce the floorplans to create your brochure. An Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rated E or above is required to market your property to let, Bramleys can arrange this on your behalf. 

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Contracts and ID

We require two forms of identification for each legal owner together with our signed contract in order to market your property.

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Property launch

Prior to listing your property, you will be sent a copy of the letting’s particulars for your approval. The listing will go live on all property portals and will be shared on social media. One of our dedicated property managers will contact you to introduce themselves and will be your main point of contact throughout the process.

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Marketing

Bramleys utilise the latest technology to best show your property to prospective tenants. We will undertake viewings on your behalf to find the most suitable tenants. 

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Viewings and offers

Viewings will take place resulting in offers. We will discuss these with you and advise you of the situation of each potential tenant for you to make your decision.

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Property now let

Your property manager will guide you all the way through the lettings process. We can arrange contractors to attend the property on your behalf to undertake the Gas Safety Certificate, Electrical Inspection Condition Report (EICR) and a Legionella Risk Assessment. Using a third-party company, Homelet, we will undertake references on all prospective tenants and keep you updated on the progress. At this time, a detailed Inventory will be prepared on the property.

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Tenants ready to move in

Once the references are received and are acceptable, Bramleys will arrange a date with the new tenants for a hand over of keys at the property. A Tenancy Agreement will be issued and signed, the inventory will be agreed, meters read and keys logged out and signed for.

We will also check that the house is legally compliant and check that the property has working smoke alarms on each floor and a carbon monoxide detector placed in each room where there is a gas appliance. Along with the Tenancy Agreement, further documents will be provided to your tenant to ensure that you are legally compliant.

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After moving in

We will send you a copy of all the paperwork for your safe keeping, register the bond with the relevant bond scheme, rents less our fee will be swiftly paid to you and clearly detailed on a statement for your records. Utility companies will be notified of the tenants details and meter readings.

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On going management

If you have decided to go with our full management service, we will continue to collect rents and pay these over to you, manage any repairs, undertake regular periodic inspections on the property and keep you updated with any legal requirements. Should you or your tenant give notice, we will undertake a final check of the property and negotiate the bond on your behalf.

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Our services

We can also organise EPC’s, gas certificates, EICR reports and legionella risk assessments as required for an additional cost.

Landlords Insurance is also available, and if you require more information, our relationship with HomeLet gives us the opportunity to refer our customers across to their bespoke landlords insurance team for a quote that could potentially save them some money on their current insurance. Our guaranteed rent service and legal expenses are also available on request, please ask for more information.

Property File service

We understand many of our clients are busy throughout the day and are not always on hand to answer our calls. We can therefore give you access to a client portal, allowing you to see upcoming viewings, viewing feedback and key sales progression milestones, all in one place.

What people say about Bramleys

Bramleys have received various accolades through different awarding bodies.

We have been judged by industry professionals at the prestigious Negotiator Awards 2022, obtaining the Gold award for Regional Agent of the Year: Yorkshire and Humber, and Silver award for Property Management Department of the Year.

Bramleys have been mystery shopped and our exceptional service levels and attention to details and resulted - in us being Gold award winning Agents for the Best Estate Agent in Huddersfield with the British Property Awards 2022.

And finally, we have been judged based upon reviews received by our clients on independent review site allAgents.co.uk where we have obtained 18 Gold awards in 2021 and 2022.

All of our staff are trained to industry standards to ensure we provide professional, unbiased advice together with unrivalled, first class customer service. Our clients will always remain the heart of our business and we endeavour to give you the best experience in your rental.

Awards

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Award bronze 2021
Award Gold 2022
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Award Silver 2022
Award Gold 2022
Award Gold 2023
Award Gold 2023
Award Gold 2023
Award Gold 2023
Award Gold 2023
BPA Gold 2023
Award winning team

Need help finding your next rental?

Speak to your valuer or negotiator about your specific requirements and they can keep you updated of any properties that may suit you, sometimes before they come to market!

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Lettings guide

When you present your home to the market, there are certain things you can do to make it more appealing. Download our handy guide to give you some pointers.

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Letting fees

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