It has been announced the National Residential Landlord’s Association has collaborated with the Tenancy Deposit Scheme to provide a comprehensive guide to inventories. (The landlords’ guide to property inventories | NRLA). TEnsuring that landlords are happy their Inventory is robust enough. It can also help alleviate issues that arise at check out, minimising need for a dispute. Here at Inventory company we pride ourselves on the comprehensive nature of our reports. We ensure that every care is taken in attention to detail. The guide highlights key points to look out for when reviewing invento ..read more

What to look for when reviewing your inventory and check-in. Accuarate meter readings with photos, including the water meter which may be outside the property. These should show the locaiton of the meter as well as the serial number. Smoke and carbon monoxide alarms have been tested. Here at Inventory Company we can go one step further and offer a clip of the testing for you to view. Any alarms not working should be noted as being notified to the agents or landlords. All door frames are described and shown on all sides, including the threshold. This is to ensure that any dents that may have b ..read more

Whilst Inventory reports aren’t a legal requirement, they are considered best practice and an important foundation of your tenancy, whether you are a landlord or tenant. To be able to agree a schedule of condition protects your deposit as well as the interest in your property. In a recent poll confused.com have found that half of landlords are refusing to accept pets in their properties. There is legislation within the proposed renters reform act that tries to stop discrimination against those with pets, but with uncertainty on whether this will be passed it is still an issue that may arise ..read more

Last week the government published the renters reform bill, which is a list that sets out to protect tenants further from wrongful evictions and negligent landlords. The changes for landlords include the abolition of the section 21 eviction notice, which is currently the most used form of eviction for landlords. This means landlords will no longer be able to issue a no-fault no-reason eviction to tenants in situ. This change means landlords will need to give a valid reason for an eviction if they wish for the tenants to vacate. Whilst landlords will still be able to evict as they would like th ..read more

It’s that time of year again where bookings for check out inventories for student properties begins to soar! Students make up 20% of all movements in the rental market, so its no surprise that student check out time can be a busy time for landlords and tenants. We’ve compiled our list of tips for how to make a student property check out as smooth sailing as possible. See below our top tips: Book your student Check Out Inventory as soon as possible: Although you probably have a lot to do before your student checks out, get an inventory booked immediately. Inventory companies book up very quickl ..read more

Being a landlord isn’t always easy, and there are things that can go wrong throughout a tenancy, one of the things we see most regularly is a property that has been damaged (sometimes trashed) by tenants. Sometimes this is simple things, such as not leaving the property clean, sometimes it can be much bigger than that – carpets destroyed, doors removed, kitchen cabinets pulled off, rubbish piled high in the rooms, walls graffitied etc. Seeing your property in this state can be distressing and the financial impacts can be huge, so let’s discuss how to best protect yourself from the financial ..read more

Back by popular demand we are pleased to announce the launch of our brand-new property marketing package, available for sellers, landlords and property agents – this handy package combines the marketing materials you need to successfully let or sell your home. From only £120 + VAT, this package includes full property photography, a fully interactive virtual tour and a detailed floor plan of the home. Photography: Professional photographs of the home. Showcasing all of the rooms and the external aspects to highlight the important features of the property. Using high specification cameras and co ..read more

What is a property Inventory? It’s a question we are asked by landlord’s regularly – what is a property inventory? And do I need one? Let’s explore what a property inventory is below: What happens at a property inventory? A specially trained clerk will come to the property to record the contents and condition of it at the time. They will photograph all of the items in the property, including things like light switches, floors and walls, and document what condition they are in. Do Inventory Clerk’s check a property is compliant? Our inventory clerks test all fire alarms, co2 detectors and heat ..read more

The Average Length of Tenancies has increased – Highlighting the importance of regular property inspections. Data released from the governments English Housing Survey shows that the average length of tenancies in England has risen to 4.3 years. This is up from 3.9 years in 2016/17 and shows a trend for people staying in their rental properties for longer. Exact tenancy lengths varied widely between age groups, with tenants under 25 having the shortest tenancy lengths and those over 75 having the longest. The increase comes as little surprise to many, given the growth within the private rental ..read more

We have seen a large rise in the number of requests for 360 degree property inventory reports. There are many benefits to adding 360 degree images to your property inventory reports. What are 360 degree property inventory reports? A 360 degree property inventory report is produced in the same way as a typical inventory report. You still receive a comprehensive report with descriptions and photographs of the properties overall condition. The 360 degree report also includes a 360 degree photograph of each room in the property. 360 photographs are uploaded onto the software so that all parties ca ..read more