Monday 28 April 2014

The Best Property Management Companies London Has to Offer

Choosing a new managing agent in London can be daunting and time consuming therefore there is some pressure to make the right decision. When it comes to property management companies in London there is a wide choice, so detailed research is essential.Enquire about the qualifications, training and experience of staff and evidence of any glowing reports from previous clients. Agents and companies worth their salt will have all this information ready and will be willing to share it with you.

The best property management companies in London can provide you should expect certain levels of service. They will not be merely letting agents. Before signing up you need to be very clear about the services offered, the fees involved and the service levels the company commits to. Managing property can involve different things for different types of property. For example, if you have a large block of flats, you will need an agent experienced in large block management. Do the agents have experience of updating utility suppliers and health and safety compliance? Will they effectively manage credit control and manage the service charge and sinking fund effectively. Do they have good relationships with solicitors when arrears become a problem? These are all things you should get to know before you sign up with your chosen agent.

Good managing agents should look after your building as if it were their own property. If they are looking to keep you as a long-term client then a well managed block is easier to run. The web site LEASE provides impartial advice and a checklist of what to look for and questions to ask managing agents. ARMA (the Association of Residential Managing Agents) is another source of useful information.

If you need more information about the services that agents should provide and the standards to which they should manage your contract, then why not give one of our property managers a call for some impartial advice or take some time to read through the information provided on this site?