If you are putting your property on the rental market, you will want to advertise it as soon as possible to create a revenue stream, but there are some things you can do to make your property more appealing and ‘rental friendly’ in the long-term and avoid headaches for you and your tenants further down the road. Read on for our 5 step guide!
Décor
It goes without saying that the décor in your rental property should be clean and fresh looking, which is not only visually appealing to potential tenants, it’s also easier to keep track of any inventories or damage during the term of the lease. Neutral colours and painted walls rather than wallpaper are ideal as they are easier and cheaper to refresh when needed and can be easily re-painted to get the property ready for a new next tenant later on.
Create Space
Making the best use of space and checking if your property has any ‘dead’ space that could be turned into an extra bedroom or even a large storage area is a good idea if budget allows. Maximise every little bit of space as best you can. Similarly, when potential tenants are viewing, ensure there is no clutter or furniture that doesn’t ‘fit’.
Low Maintenance Gardens
Easier for you and easier for your tenants! Keep your property looking neat and tidy at all times with a low maintenance garden. Artificial grass, paving and evergreen type plants/shrubs are all preferable as they take very little maintenance throughout the year.
High Use Areas
High use areas such as the kitchen and bathroom should be checked at the beginning, during and at the end of any rental to check everything is in good working order. Look around for simple things you can do. A bathroom can easily be refreshed with tile paint or a new shower for example, which can make all the difference to the overall appearance.
First Impressions Count
Make a good first impression with your property by making sure it is generally neat, tidy and clean and that there is no damage. Small details can make a big impact, sweeping up around the path, removing weeds, a clean front door and windows are all good ways to make your property look inviting to renters.
We hope that this guide has helped you prepare to let your property and given you some useful tips. If you need more help and advice on all things property, please don’t hesitate to give us a call or contact us here.