May 14, 2009 by bluejimbo777
We are here to help you save energy in the home
As part of the government’s initiative to reduce carbon emissions every house holder is now eligible for a grant towards insulating their loft / cavity wall. The grants are funded by the utility companies and are a contribution to show their commitment to prevent energy waste. The carbon reduction target has been set for the year 2011. We will strive to facilitate all customers up to the proposed date; however we strongly advise and encourage customers to take advantage of the grants, while they are available.
Here at home energy saver we can organise and source the grants to all the utility companies to raise your grant. The government backed scheme is available for homeowners and private tenants, and does not have to be re-paid.The benefit of applying for a grant through home energy saver means you are open to several funding avenues, through various utility companies.This offers you the best grant which is applicable to your circumstances.
April 27, 2009 by bluejimbo777
Letting Service
Professional advice
We endeavour to provide professional advice on all relevant aspects of letting your home and advising as to the recommended marketing rent and presentation of your property.
Marketing and advertising
We offer a pro-active approach to marketing your property which includes a ‘To Let’ board, internal and external photos, local advertising and all of the worldwide websites available to us.
Careful tenant selection
We maintain a computerised database of applicants seeking rented accommodation and we will take account of your specific requirements in order to seek the most suitable tenants for your home.
Accompanied viewings
Unlike most agents we will accompany all viewings. We will therefore be on hand to answer any questions about the proposed tenancy, so that both Landlord and Tenant are happy right at the outset with the terms that are agreed. For vacant properties this ensures that the security of your home is not compromised and we will also provide feedback, so that you are kept informed as to progress.
Comprehensive referencing
With careful tenant selection and qualifying applicants before viewings, we will do our best to find you the right tenant. In addition we employ a specialist credit search and referencing company who will provide a detailed report including a credit search and check of public records, employer’s and previous Landlord’s references.
Tenancy agreement
We will produce a comprehensive and up to date Tenancy Agreement, written in plain English and tailored to meet your specific requirements.
Pre-tenancy procedures
Prior to the tenancy commencement we will ensure that you have complied with your legal obligations for gas & electrical safety and furniture & furnishings legislation. We will arrange for signatures and execution of the Original and Counterpart Tenancy Agreements and collect the first month’s rent and deposit.
Tel: 01268 555535
Email: lettings@homesellers.uk.com
Website: www. homesellersbasildon.co.uk
April 27, 2009 by bluejimbo777
Homesellers can provide a rental guarantee for all landlords.
Full Management Service
Inventory & Schedule of Condition
We will arrange for a comprehensive and detailed Inventory and Schedule of Condition. This document is extremely important so that an accurate description of the decoration, fixtures, fittings and furniture can be recorded and agreed with the tenant at the outset. This is provided at no additional cost with the full management service.
Transfer of utilities
We will arrange for the transfer of utilities to the tenants and notify the local authority for council tax. Please ensure that you provide us with details of the existing suppliers to enable us to do this. We will also write to all suppliers at the end of the tenancy.
Processing rent
We will receive the rent on the rent due date each month and take all reasonable steps to ensure that this is paid. We will account to you within 5 working days of receiving cleared funds from the tenant in our clients account. This allows time for us to process the rent, deduct any authorised outgoings, prepare the rent statement and to make payment direct to your account, allowing time for the bank clearing process. Please ensure that you provide us with your bank account details to enable us to do this.
Homelet rent guarantee
Sometimes even the tenants with the best references fail to pay the rent because of circumstances beyond their control. The rent guarantee is provided free of charge for the first six month period with the full management service. We provide this cover to protect your investment and this includes legal fee insurance to obtain vacant possession if required.
We provide the most comprehensive level of
cover available, with no excess period.
We firmly believe that the peace of mind that this insurance provides by far outweighs the relatively low cost of cover. We strongly recommend that you renew this cover after the first six month period and we will let you have details of Homelet’s rates applicable at that time.
Please be aware that if the rent guarantee cover is not renewed and due to any breach of the tenancy a solicitor is required to take action, you will be responsible for appointing a solicitor and for all legal costs incurred.
Property visits
In our experience problems are much more likely to occur with a tenancy which is either not managed or not inspected on a regular basis. We will carry out regular visits – normally once every 3 months – in order to establish that there are no signs of neglect or damage and to ensure that the tenant is abiding by their obligations under the terms of the tenancy agreement. (Please note that these visits should not be relied on to pick up any structural defects and does not include lofts.)
Repairs and maintenance
We will co-ordinate any repairs or maintenance, on your behalf, which are brought to our attention following a regular property visit, or as reported by the tenant. Unless otherwise agreed, we will automatically instruct a suitable approved contractor to deal with necessary repairs, which are a Landlord’s responsibility, up to an agreed limit of £150.00 plus VAT without need to contact you. In the event of an emergency, however, if the cost of work could amount to more that the normal threshold and we are not able to contact you, we reserve the right to instruct whatever works are necessary to avoid damage to the property, or potential injury to a tenant.
The cost of all repairs are incurred on your behalf and the invoice will be deducted from rent received, prior to accounting to you.
Tenancy renewal & rent review
We will negotiate and arrange renewal or extension of the tenancy term, preparing a new supplemental agreement for both parties to sign and prior to the end of each twelve month period, complete a rent review and serve the appropriate notice on your behalf. This is provided at no additional cost with the full management service.
Service of Legal notices
We will prepare and serve legal notices which are required at any time during the tenancy, or to bring the tenancy to an end. You should be aware that a minimum of two month’s notice is required to be served upon a tenant to end the tenancy, in line with the term agreed within the tenancy agreement, subject in all cases to a minimum initial term of six months.
End of tenancy check-out and return of deposit
On, or as soon as possible after the day the tenancy ends, we will carry out an end of tenancy inspection by checking through the Inventory and Schedule of Condition compiled at the outset. We will advise you as to any differences noted and make our recommendations as to whether any deductions could rightfully be made from the tenant’s deposit - whilst of course making allowance for fair wear and tear. Whilst we hold the tenant’s deposit as Landlord’s agent, we will endeavour to ensure that any deductions are agreed with both parties before finalising payment.
Tel: 01268 555535
Email: lettings@homesellers.uk.com
Website: www.homesellersbasildon.co.uk
April 22, 2009 by bluejimbo777
Has hope been restored?
I would certainly answer yes. In the last week the number of enquiries through homesellers estate agents in Basildon has risen dramatically for sales. Property prices have stabilised and asking prices have been met. Properties are achieving closer to the asking and investors are preparing themselves for the up turn.
Is it a good time to invest?
Evidently yes, investors are gradually tapping the market and having a nibble with the buy to let's. Its a fact that homesellers have had a huge increase in enquiries through investors thinking about purchasing a property for a buy to let
Where is a good place to invest?
Basildon offers potential investors great returns on his/her investment. A typical 2/3 bed house will fetch in the region of 120-140-000 and could achieve up to 800 pcm. There are benefits for investing in Basildon:
* house prices are relatively cheaper
* rental prices are comparatively similar to other areas
* Basildon has main line station to london
* Employment in basildon is no different to other areas in essex.
March 9, 2009 by bluejimbo777
After the governments initiative to offer grants for Cavity and loft Insulation, a larger campaign is now in place since the 4th may to encourage householders to save money and reduce the carbon footprint.
For a 1 bed up to 5 bed house the prices are all set at 169,00 given to the allowance on meterage.
of cause with more area metre square on a 5 bed to a 1, a bigger allowance is provided.
Our company home energy saver can source and organise each grant application from start to finish.
To find out more or to book your free home energy survey, call us on 08445762550.
January 23, 2009 by bluejimbo777
Call us direct on 08445762550 to speak with our team, and we will immediately help you to obtain your free grant.
Best Regards
Home energy saver
Managing Director Peter Restorick.
Part of the Homesellers group.
217 Timberlog Lane,
Basildon,
Essex
SS14 1PB
