Letting Your Property? Start With ELC.
From finding and referencing tenants to rent collection, inspections and property maintenance, ELC gives landlords the option to stay involved or hand over the day-to-day management.
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Why Landlords Choose ELC
Being a landlord comes with plenty to keep track of. From setting the rent and finding tenants to dealing with inspections, maintenance and compliance, ELC helps take some of that work off your list.
We work with properties across Edinburgh and surrounding areas, giving landlords local knowledge when setting rent, preparing a property and finding tenants.
Your property can be advertised through ELC's website and relevant rental portals, with professional photography and 360° tours available through the appropriate letting services.
Tenant applications can include referencing, credit checks, employment verification and previous landlord references, helping landlords make a more informed decision before a tenancy begins.
If you need more than tenant finding, ELC can continue supporting the property throughout the tenancy with rent collection, inspections, maintenance coordination, compliance and end-of-tenancy arrangements.
Which Type of Landlord Support Do You Need?
You don't have to hand over everything to use a letting agent. The right service depends on your property, your circumstances and how involved you want to be.
New to Letting? Start With the Basics.
Becoming a landlord for the first time can mean working out everything from rental income and property preparation to tenant selection and compliance. You don't need to figure it all out at once.
Start by understanding what your property could achieve in rental income based on the local market.
Consider presentation, safety, certification and any preparation needed before the property goes to market.
You can manage the property yourself, use ELC for Tenant Find or choose Full Property Management.
From marketing and viewings to referencing and tenancy setup, ELC can help you get the property ready for its first tenant.
Letting Your Property: What to Expect
The exact process depends on the service you choose, but letting a property generally involves:Understand what your property could achieve in rental income.
Get the property ready and address relevant requirements.
Present the property and advertise it to prospective tenants.
Respond to prospective tenants and arrange viewings.
Carry out the agreed referencing and selection process.
Complete the tenancy documentation, deposit and move-in arrangements.
If you choose Full Property Management, ELC continues to support the property throughout the tenancy.
FAQ
How much does it cost to use ELC?
Pricing depends on the service you choose and any additional support your property requires. Current fees are available on the Landlord Services page.
Can ELC manage my property for me?
Yes. ELC offers Full Property Management for landlords who want support with the day-to-day management of their rental property.
What is the difference between Tenant Find and Full Management?
Tenant Find helps with marketing, finding and referencing a tenant and setting up the tenancy. Full Property Management continues throughout the tenancy.
Can ELC help with HMO properties?
Yes. ELC provides HMO licensing, renewals, floor plans, compliance and HMO letting and management support.
What compliance responsibilities do landlords have?
This depends on the property and circumstances. Landlords may need to consider registration, safety certification, inspections and other legal requirements.
What if I want to switch letting agents?
ELC can discuss your current arrangement, what you need from a new agent and the process involved in transferring the management of your property.
Who deals with maintenance?
With Full Property Management, ELC coordinates maintenance and the appropriate response to property issues. Specialist certification and statutory inspection work is handled through Intelligent Repairs.
