Following a very successful summer for residential lettings we currently urgently seek properties for potential tenants on our mailing list.

If you are therefore thinking of letting either now or in the near future we would be most pleased indeed to hear from you.

We can give you an up-to date guide on the market letting value of your property and outline details of our charges.

If you would like to have an informal chat with Neil or Jeanie regarding this matter then please do not hesitate to contact us.

Or if you would prefer our Landlords Brochure to be sent to you then please call 01903 237280 or email us at lettings@ketchen-king.co.uk

Now well established since 1989, our letting office offers a service for residential properties and residential Property Managment. 

Our main office has established its reputation through top quality professional services to property investors, Landlords and Tenants.

LANDLORDS

If you are looking to let residential property in our area we give you the backing of two decades of experience in the local market. Our knowledge of the local property lettings market is unsurpassed. We offer a comprehensive letting and property management service. We can provide robust and established business processes which provide for reproducible results for Landlord clients.

RENTAL ASSESSMENT

We will visit your property to carry out a rental assessment. From this we will take location, condition and current demand into account. Our representative will discuss potential tenants and whether you will allow pets, children, smokers, etc.

ADVERTISING DETAILS

Your property will be displayed in our Office and will appear on our web site together with additional exposure in nationally recognized internet property portals plus The Worthing Herald and The Advertiser. Arrangements will be made for a `TO LET' sign to be erected which will assist in finding a tenant quickly. We have good relationships with various large companies, hospitals and educational authorities in the local area who require our services.

VIEWINGS

Prospective tenants are predominately intially met at our office prior to viewing selected properties accompanied by an experienced negotiator. If the property is occupied all visits will be strictly by appointment.

TENANT SELECTION

Tenants will be carefully selected with financial and employment references being obtained as required. In certain circumstances we may require a guarantor; naturally all the relevant checks relating to the guarantor will be made.

TENANCY AGREEMENTS

An Assured Shorthold Tenancy Agreement will be drawn up, the necessary safeguards by short term renting will be incorporated. If breaches of covenants or arrears require us to recommend legal action we will normally only suggest this degree of escalation after discussing the matter with you and you would liaise with your lawyer. Any legal fees will be your responsibility but your lawyer would generally claim costs. Rental warranty and legal protection insurance are available on request. We always endeavour to renew tenancy agreements after the initial term has elapsed.

DEPOSITS

A bond - usually of one month's rent, will be held by Ketchen King as agents on behalf of our landlord throughout the tenancy, to use in case of arrears, and loss or damage caused to the property. The bond is placed in an approved scheme and managed in line with recent legislation.

FULL MANAGEMENT SERVICE

When formally instructed, FULL management is defined as;

The property will be placed on our rental list.
We will commence our high profile advertising campaign.
Prospective tenants will be accompanied to view the property.
References will be obtained from prospective tenants.
A full inventory will be taken, including condition of carpets and decoration etc.
A landlords gas safety certificate will be obtained and maintained for the property, which is required by law, the fee for this is payable by the landlord.
Utilities will be transferred making tenants responsible for charges, gas and electric meters read. The telephone is the responsibility of the tenant.
A bond will be obtained equivalent to one months rental and placed into a registered scheme
Rent will be collected on a monthly basis and accounted to the landlord via Lloyds TSB Internet Banking when rents collected from tenants have cleared into our clients account. Typically, we assume clearance has been achieved three working days after deposit.
The tenants will be supplied with Ketchen King emergency contact details so that they may contact us in the event of any breakdowns or repairs needed at the property.
Landlords will be contacted two months before the expiry date of contract to confirm whether the contract can be extended or whether the landlord would like to end the contract. Two months notice has to be given to tenants to end the tenancy agreement on expiry of the term.
If required the property will be re-advertised.
When the tenant vacates the property the property will be inspected and the inventory checked. If there is any damage, breakages or if the property requires cleaning this will be attended to and charges will be deducted from the bond, fair wear and tear accepted. If required the landlord can inspect the property with the agent for the vacation inspection with prior notice before the bond is returned. If a dispute arises then the registered scheme operators will be informed and their guidance invited.
Utilities will be transferred either back to the landlord or to a new tenant. Gas and electric meters will be read.

LET YOUR PROPERTY THROUGH OUR RESIDENTIAL LETTING DEPARTMENT