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How do I get started with Oliver Hudson Property?
To start your journey with us, simply reach out to our friendly team. We will discuss your residential property needs, answer any questions, and provide tailored advice to help you navigate the rental market.
What services do you provide?
Oliver Hudson Property offers a variety of services including tenant placement, property management, maintenance coordination, and online rent payment solutions. We are dedicated to ensuring a seamless experience for both landlords and tenants.
Why choose Oliver Hudson Property?
At Oliver Hudson Property, we pride ourselves on our local expertise, personalized service, and commitment to our clients. Our small boutique agency ensures that every client receives dedicated attention, making your property management experience smooth and hassle-free.
What areas of East Lothian do you cover?
We provide letting and property management services throughout East Lothian, including North Berwick, Musselburgh, Haddington, Dunbar, Prestonpans, Tranent, Gullane, Longniddry, Dirleton, Cockenzie, Port Seton, Aberlady, East Linton, Gifford and surrounding villages.
Are you a reegistereed letting agent in Scotland?
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Yes. Oliver Hudson Property operates in full compliance with the Scottish Letting Agent Code of Practice and is a registered letting agent. We also provide Client Money Protection in accordance
with regulatory requirements.
How do you select tenants?
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We carry out thorough referencing procedures, including credit checks, employment verification and previous landlord references where applicable. Our goal is to secure reliable, long-term tenants for your property.
Do you offer property sourcing for investors?
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Yes. We assist investors in identifying suitable buy-to-let opportunities across East Lothian, focusing on rental demand, yield potential and long-term capital growth.
How quickly can you let a property in East Lothian?
Letting timeframes depend on location, pricing and property condition. Properties priced accurately and presented well typically attract strong interest due to consistent tenant demand across East Lothian.
What lease agreement do you use?
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In line with Scottish lettings legislation, we use a Private Residential Tenancy Agreement, also referred to as a PRT Lease. This is an open ended rolling agreement with no fixed timeframe or end date. Both thee landlord and tenant can give notice to end the agreement at any time.
Where do you advertise properties?
We use a mix of Edinburgh based and UK wide portals to give your property maximum reach. These include Rightmove, OnTheMarket and Citylets. We also use social media to leverage our reach.
How do you screen tenants?
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Through rigorous referencing which includes a landlord reference, income/employment reference a character reference and a credit check. If a guarantor is required, they will also be vetted.
Who choses the tenant?
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You, the landlord, always. We present 'Notes of Interest' to you following a viewing, and you decide who you would like to proceed with.
How often do you inspect my property?
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An initial inspection is carried out eight weeks after the tenant moves in then inspections are carried out every 6 months thereafter.
How much deposit do you take?
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As standard we take the equivalent of one months rent as a deposit, which is lodged with Safe Deposit Scotland
Do I need landlord insurance?
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Yes, absolutely, it's essential. We won't let a property without proof of landlord insurance.
When do I get paid?
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Rent is collected on the first of each month and therefore your payment will be paid by bank transfer at the start of each month. You will receive a detailed electronic statement by email which sets out income and expenses.
How is maintenance organised?
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We have a team of trusted contractors that step in when required, all of whom have vetted and insured. Tenants are also provided with a 24/7 emergency contact number should they need to contact us out of hours.
How much does property management cost in Edinburgh & East Lothian?
Unlike percentage-based management fees, our monthly fee doesn't increase simply because your rent does. It's part of our commitment to making property management more transparent, straightforward and landlord-friendly.
Looking for a Let Only service or have a portfolio of properties? Get in touch and we'll talk you through the best option for you.