Empty properties - advice

You might consider renting out your property to generate an additional income. Many local letting agents can assist with this process, or you can arrange this privately yourself.

Letting properties can be complicated as there are lots of rules and regulations around this. Therefore, if you go it alone, make sure you do your research. If you need guidance with this:

• Visit advice for private landlords
• Alternatively, complete our private sector housing contact form for more advice

You could look to sell your property either through an estate agent, privately or at auction. We recommend getting several reputable estate agents to value your property first. You must consider the condition of your property and be realistic about its potential.

The cost and hassle involved in selling can put some people off – especially if the property requires cleaning / clearing first. Things like this can always be worked around. If you need advice on this, complete our private sector housing contact form

If money is a problem, did you know that for many properties sold at auction, the buyer pays the seller's costs? Many traditional estate agents and solicitors also only take their fees when the property has sold and monies have been received, meaning this needn’t be a problem in most cases.

There are a variety of charities and agencies that may consider leasing your empty properties in their current condition and invest their money into bringing them back into use. If you require further information about this, complete our private sector housing contact form

Last updated: ‎11/03/2024 15:06