- Asses' property potential and defects. Confirm or advise on rental income of property.
- Snag list if it is a newly Build Unit and see to snags being fixed by developer.
- Take photographs of the property.
- Advertise property, i.e., Property24, Private Property, Gumtree, Property Junction Magazine & Sunday Tribune.
- Arrange and personally show prospective Tenants around the relevant property.
- Carefully screen tenants to match Landlord requirements.
- Credit / reference check prospective Tenants, covering ITC checks, current employment, confirm current salary, obtain copy ID book, contact previous Landlord(s), etc.
- Ensure that all monies due to the Landlord on completion of the Lease Agreement are collected, cleared through the bank and paid out to the Landlord.
- Collect all payments due, clear payments through the bank and then forward payments onto the Landlord.
- Disburse payments on behalf of the Landlord, e.g.: levy, rates, bond etc., as required.
- Issue invoices / statements on a monthly basis.
- Monitor Municipal electricity and water accounts
- Execute quarterly property inspections on behalf of the Landlord.
- Act as first line of communication with the Tenant on problems / issues, e.g.: non-payment, plumbing, electrical. Obtain multiple quotes and seek the Landlord's approval for any repair costs incurred.
- Conduct pre and post occupancy inspections of rented properties and arrange quotes for the restoration of property if necessary - these costs are offset against the deposit balance before being refunded if appropriate, again ensuring maximum protection for your investment
- Ensure that all the correct legal processes are followed, including the latest amendments required from the recently adopted Consumer Protection Act.
