Guide to being a landlord and letting your property

Our landlords mostly want:

Maximum returns on investment
Minimum voids
No hassle.
Really happy tenants always paying on time.
Any problems always dealt with straight away.

Well so do we. Mark Beaumont estate agents, caring about your property.

We care for property as if it were our own.

We only choose tenants we would be happy living in our own home.
Our vetting procedures are second to none – we are extremely thorough, we reference tenants & guarantors using an independent company, Goodlord. Credit bureau, current & previous employers, current & previous landlords, recent bank statements, proof of addresses and electoral roll.
Our superb marketing and photography gets higher rents and faster lets, we always use professional photography and floorplans.
We review all rents annually for our landlords.
We are members of ‘Safeagent’. We adhere to their standards as well as our own moral code. We also embrace Goodlord as our referencing and compliance partner.
We offer a 24-hour 365-day contact service via our telephone and web chat dealing with problems quickly means less hassle for our landlords.
Tenants can report issues 24/7 using an app or our website which feeds directly into our database.
We inspect more frequently and try to sort our tenants’ problems first before bothering the landlord.
We like to deal with any problems rapidly before they escalate saving money for landlords.

If you live far away, we can supervise major works before letting, we can organise quotes for refurbishments and liaise with you to get the property ready for letting.

If you have any questions or comments or you would like to organise a free consultation so that we can help you let your property quickly and for the maximum rent, then please click here.

Mark Beaumont has a thorough understanding of the rental market in South East London and North Kent. We have a proven track record in finding qualified tenants for properties across a wide area including locations such from Lewisham to Dulwich and Lee to Bexleyheath. We are the local property experts.

We can also provide a quality property management service, giving you peace of mind for the duration of each tenancy. For instance, we stay in touch with tenants to ensure any issues are addressed immediately, keeping them comfortable in their home while helping to look after your investment. Our team also carries out regular inspections and handles rent reviews.

We always use reliable, local tradesmen where we can, and landlords are also welcome to use your own qualified and insured maintenance contractors. Should you need investment advice, our experienced team is able to provide guidance and up-to-date local market information. Our landlords and tenants can log onto our database and follow their transaction and accounts, everything is transparent. Tenants can report maintenance issues online.

Mark Beaumont estate agents, invest in digital marketing to help let your property as quickly as possible. We use excellent quality photography and promote homes for rent in our customer newsletters and emails, through text alerts and social media. We also managed a long-established database of clients looking for a wide range of rental properties.

We offer three services for landlords:

Service	Fully Managed	Rent Collection	Tenant find
Initial appraisal. Advise on potential rents/fee’s	✓	✓	✓
Professional photography, floorplan and video where possible	✓	✓	✓
Create Marketing description advertised and promoted	✓	✓	✓
Accompanied viewings	✓	✓	✓
Reference tenants including right to rent checks and check ID checks	✓	✓	✓
Draw up tenancy agreement and get all parties to docusign	✓	✓	✓
Collect monies and pass balance to landlord	✓	✓	✓
Transfer and register the deposit with the DPS	✓	✓	✓
Hand over keys	✓	✓	✓
Arrange gas safety certificate	✓	✓	✓
Arrange electrical certificate	✓	✓	✓
Independent inventory	✓	✓	✓
Negotiate renewals	✓	✓	✓
Receipt rent and chase late payment	✓	✓
Statement of account emailed to landlords monthly as well as access to accounts online	✓	✓
Annual Landlord income report for HMRC	✓	✓
Management inspections with reports emailed to landlords	✓	Chargeable	Chargeable
Routine and emergency repairs using approved local contractors (or landlords approved contractors)	✓
Service of notices	✓	Chargeable	Chargeable
Check out the tenant and cross reference the schedule of condition	✓	Chargeable	Chargeable
Negotiate with the tenant any security deposit claims	✓	Chargeable	Chargeable

Becoming a Landlord?

If you're contemplating becoming a landlord, the best starting point is to get an idea of the market value of your property. We are always happy to visit, at a time to suit and give you our professional opinion on price.

There is no charge or obligation whatsoever, and any discussions we have are in complete confidence.

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Client Testimonials

House PurchaseI recently purchased a property that Mark's estate agent had put on the market and honestly it was the best decision ever.I was new to the area but loved the house and the road. When I met with Mark to view the property he was not only knowledgable on the property history, the improvements needed, but gave a really in depth talk on the local area and the amenities that...
I have just sold my property in Hither…Exceptional I have just sold my property in Hither Green through Mark Beaumont. I actually bought the flat from him in 2003 and was very satisfied then. 18 years later, his service remains exceptional. From start to completion, Mark has gone over and above in all aspects especially as I live abroad and Mark and his team have provided extra support on some...
I have received exceptional service I have received exceptional advice and help in letting my property. I was particularly impressed by the photography which included a 3D virtual tour. Mark and his team are very friendly, professional, and very helpful. ...
Mark was down to earth Mark was down to earth, knowledgeable, and very helpful. I have used his service in the past and been very happy with the customer service which is why I returned. ...
Excellent independent estate agentThrough Mark Beaumont, our flat attracted plenty of good interested viewers and he soon found a buyer at close to the ambitious sale price he had recommended. Our sale process was tricky, mainly due to Covid, but Mark could be relied on to chase everything up with determination and keep all parties well informed. Mark and his team are honest, easy to deal...
Great all round service. A huge thank you to Mark and George for helping myself and Tim secure our flat. We were very nervous buyers being new to this experience but you really eased our worries. Can't wait to pick up the keys on Saturday. We can't thank you enough. If we ever come to sell we shall use your services again without question. ...
Professional, value-for-money Property Management Beaumont manage ten properties on my behalf, and provide an excellent, exceptional value professional service, via a very friendly, as well as dedicated staff.I have tried other Letting Agents, in the past, but none came anywhere close. ...
Mark Beaumonts have been managing my … Mark Beaumonts have been managing my rental properties for many many years. The staff are very professional and nice to deal with. Their rates are very competitive too! ...
Mark Beaumont is an experienced estate… Mark Beaumont is an experienced estate agent and with him, you get wisdom and knowledge which is what you always need when buying or selling a property.He was spot on about the market in London which had risen very fast but is now stable and heading for a decline. No flannel or bxxxxxt with Mark he tells you how it is and can betrusted and valued...
Good service and honest “We have dealt with Mark Beaumont a few times over the years. Mark has always been amazing. It's hard to find people you trust these days, but Mark is always frank and honest. He has been one of the best contacts we have made since moving to the UK. Mark and team are very hard working and nothing is ever too much trouble. I cannot recommend Mark enough. ...
Calm, non-pressurised approach to estate agencyWorking with Mark was a pleasure, his knowledge of the local area was evident, he offered advice and insight whilst never being pushy. Once we'd viewed the property and submitted our offer Mark was quick to respond. Mark's calm manner helped us remain calm also! Thanks to him and his team. ...
Flat sale Mark,Thanks for helping sell my flat. Your advice to reduce the rent to my tenants whilst going through viewings and sale was genius. And thank you to the team who helped arrange repairs, clearance etc to enable a smooth sale.ThanksKate ...
Mark Beaumont great Lewisham agent If you're looking for an agent who knows the local housing stock well, consider Mark. He's personable, a voice of reason when things get heated and his friendly, professional and honest approach make him stand out from the corporate chains in the Lewisham / Brockley market. I've now worked with Mark to buy and sell property in Lewisham and would do...
George was excellent- gave me good advice all through the process and was always available to answer questions or deal with problems. I appreciated his perseverance when things slowed down with the buyer and the way in which he kept both sides on track. The initial sales process was managed quickly and efficiently, and he got me a good price within a week of the property being on the market....
My personal circumstances were quite challenging. I felt that the team dealt with the sale of my house in a very sensitive and professional manner. I will always choose Mark Beaumont above other agents because of the great team working there.Thank you everyone. ...
As purchasers we were completely impressed with the relaxed, friendly but efficient way Mark Beaumont and others helped during the buying process. They really were the best agents to arrange viewings with as well and did not "pile on the pressure" that so many other agents in the area did. ...
Excellent and efficient estate agent, really helpful. I will recommend all my friends who want to sell or buy house. Bond will definitely help you to sell your house quickly and he always work on seller and buyer, make sure both side happy. ...
First-class and highly competent service start to finish. Unreserved recommendation. ...
We would like to thank Mark and his team for all their assistance with our property purchase. Their approach to customer service is friendly, honest, professional and non-pressured; and from previous experience with the larger 'chains', this seems to be a rarity in the world of real estate. We would most certainly use their services again should the opportunity arise, and would be more...
Mark and the team did a great job helping me sell my flat. They were always on hand to answer questions and helped make the process more smooth. ...
I would highly recommend our estate agent Mark Beaumont.We first came in contact with him, looking for a property in Hither Green. Immediately, the trust was established and we felt Mark was competent, knew his local market very well, was interested in getting us a home that we’ll love. All of his suggestions were within budget, relevant to us and felt like good deals. I particularly...
Mark was great! The process was very painful but he made it all work out in the end. I found the perfect flat for me in a lovely neighbourhood. Mark showed me some properties, helped me make a fair offer and navigate solicitors and other headaches. Thank you, Mark! ...
The best agency I've ever stayed with (and I stayed with few). They are always willing to help whenever it's needed and fix problems straight away. ...
A huge thank you to Mark and Dorota for helping myself and my husband to find our flat. We were very nervous because our landlord went bust. Mark offered good advice and Dorota brought us to safe harbour smoothly. ...