What Steps Can I Take To Minimise Void Periods?
Build A Relationship
Keep in regular contact with all tenants and their intentions, if you have a good relationship with the house then you are more likely to be in the know and be told in good time if the tenants are interested in signing another tenancy agreement.
Have A Good Tenancy Agreement
Make sure that your tenancy agreement at the start clearly states that the tenants will need to give the landlord two clear months notice this is a must. This will give the landlord time to find new tenants.
Use A Good Letting Agent
The letting agent will keep in contact with the tenants and the landlord. As soon as the tenants have given notice they will take instructions from the landlord and immediately start to market the property to minimise any void period.
Maintenance and Repairs
Keep your property in good condition as this will minimise any unnecessary time at the end of the tenancy agreement, thus meaning that new tenants can move in quickly once found without any delays. If you are using a letting agent then make sure that you are kept informed of any repairs.