I parked my car outside the house. A neighbor accidentally kissed it and damaged the license plate. It was replaced after a week so I drove it to an 8 a.m. meeting on Monday. Unfortunately, I was stuck in the highway for an hour. When I reached the carpark, the agitated vehicle was already complaining with strange noises. It waited till I was on the way back that it finally … [Read more...]
To let: by agent or by yourself? (part II)
I would definitely engage the service of my property agent every time I rent out my properties, for the following reasons: 1) Why waste the time to advertise, to arrange viewings, and to take the risk of showing strangers around, when a professional can do it for you? 2) Your tenant (especially in a company lease) is mostly likely represented by his/her own agent. You … [Read more...]
To let: by agent or by yourself? (part I)
A landlord posted a message in a property forum, asking whether it’s better to let the flat through an agent, a lawyer or by himself. This post is most likely from a 1st time owner. My two-cents: I don’t think it’s necessary to engage a lawyer, unless yours is a special lease that needs much customization in the contract. Lawyers tend to give 'safe advice' in order to … [Read more...]