A good Wakefield letting agent for full management should handle tenant finding, rent collection, repairs and inspections, and be clear about fees and protections. Executive Lets, an independent North Leeds agent since 1995, runs a fully managed service for landlords. We’re based in Leeds rather than Wakefield, so ask us whether we can take on your property.
What does full property management include?
A fully managed service means the agent runs the tenancy day to day, so you don’t have to. Our fully managed service covers rent collection, maintenance and inspections, and you get 24-hour online access to your statements, documents and maintenance updates.
The scope varies between agents, so ask any agent for a written list of what’s included. You’d normally expect:
- Marketing the property and finding a tenant.
- Collecting the rent and passing it to you with clear statements.
- Arranging repairs and dealing with maintenance requests.
- Carrying out regular inspections of the property.
- Protecting the deposit and keeping compliance paperwork in order.
We can also arrange inventories, EPCs, gas safety certificates and EICRs through our Xtra services, so you aren’t chasing separate contractors.
How do you choose a Wakefield letting agent for full management?
Start with what’s included, what it costs and how you leave. Then ask how the agent has handled lettings in your own postcode, not just in Wakefield as a whole.
Which protections should the agent hold?
Ask which Client Money Protection scheme the agent uses and ask to see the certificate. Check which redress scheme they belong to and where they protect deposits.
We’re members of safeagent and the Property Redress Scheme, and we protect deposits with the Tenancy Deposit Scheme. Our Client Money Protection details are available on request.
What should you ask about fees and leaving?
A headline percentage tells you little on its own. Before you sign, ask the following:
- What is the management fee, and is VAT added?
- How long is the contract, and what notice do you need to give to leave?
- Are there fees if you move the property to another agent?
- How are keys and tenancy files passed back to you?
- Who deals with emergency repairs out of hours, and who approves the cost?
Why landlords choose Executive Lets for managed lettings
Executive Lets is an independent letting agent and property sourcing company based in North Leeds, trading since 1995. We let and manage homes from £600 to £6,000 pcm, and we offer both fully managed and let only services, so you can pick the level of help that suits you.
Speed matters when a property sits empty. We advertise properties within 24 hours of instruction, and one three bedroom semi in North Leeds at £1,500 pcm was let within 24 hours. Our free rental valuation gives you a realistic figure before you commit to anything.
Recent Google reviews praise our team members Steve and Tammy for professionalism, quick responses and long tenancy relationships. We also hold a 4.2 rating from 17 reviews on the Deskjock review site.
We want to be straight about location. Our office is at Arena Park, Tarn Lane, Leeds, and our work is focused on Leeds. If your property is in Wakefield, call us and we’ll tell you honestly whether we can manage it. If we can’t, you’ll still have the questions above to put to any agent you speak to.
Talk to us about your rental property
If you want an independent agent that explains what’s included and what it costs, we’d be glad to hear from you. Contact us on 0113 267 6966 or through xlets.co.uk to arrange a free rental valuation and find out whether our fully managed service fits your property.
Frequently asked questions
What does a fully managed letting service include?
It usually covers finding a tenant, collecting rent, arranging repairs, carrying out inspections and protecting the deposit. At Executive Lets, our fully managed service includes rent collection, maintenance and inspections, with 24-hour online access to your statements and documents. Always ask any agent for the full list in writing.
What is the difference between let only and fully managed?
With let only, the agent finds the tenant and sets up the tenancy, and you look after the property afterwards. With fully managed, the agent handles the day-to-day running as well. Executive Lets offers both, so you can choose the level of support you want.
Does Executive Lets manage properties in Wakefield?
We’re based in North Leeds and our work is focused on Leeds. If you own a property in Wakefield, contact us and we’ll tell you honestly whether we can take it on.
Which protections should a managing agent have?
Look for Client Money Protection, membership of a redress scheme and a government-approved deposit protection scheme. Executive Lets is a member of safeagent and the Property Redress Scheme, and protects deposits with the Tenancy Deposit Scheme. Client Money Protection details are available on request.
How quickly will my property be advertised?
We advertise properties within 24 hours of instruction, which helps reduce the time a home sits empty.
Can I get a rental valuation before I decide?
Yes. Executive Lets offers free rental valuations, so you can see a realistic rent figure before choosing a let only or fully managed service.
