FaulknerProperty.co.uk is one of the most well-established and successful independent property rental and management companies in North Bucks. Our business has grown since 1992 through our ability to provide clients with a unique range of high quality services tailored to their needs.
It is impossible here to outline the full extent of what we can offer, although we hope the fact that we're the leading rental agent locally will serve as an endorsement. Let us know your requirements and FaulknerProperty.co.uk will provide you with a level of support that we believe is unbeatable.

Our professional approach to lettings means we tend to attract good tenants seeking quality homes across the price spectrum. Requirements vary, which is why there is a demand for all kinds of properties, ranging from studio apartments right up to large family homes.

The biggest growth market we've seen in recent years is in the 'young professional' sector. In the late 1980s, the average first time buyer was in their early 20s — these days, he or she is 34. As a result, there are significantly more financially-secure young adults looking to rent, either on their own, as a sharer or part of a couple or small family unit.
With fewer local authority properties available, there has been an increase in the number of people who rely on benefit to fund their housing needs in the private rented sector. The volume of tenants who rent on this basis varies from one area to another.

FaulknerProperty.co.uk is a member of ARLA — the Association of Residential Letting Agents. This exclusive body is only open to agents who have demonstrated they have a thorough knowledge of their profession and can conduct their business according to best practice. Members hold professional indemnity insurance cover, operate audited client accounts and are bonded to safeguard clients' monies.

The company is a member of the TDS (Tenancy Deposit Scheme). We are also a National Approved Letting scheme member and are registered under The Property Ombudsman scheme (Click here for details of all the organisations that ensure our service to you is always of the highest professional standard)

Across the area covered by FaulknerProperty.co.uk, no other rental agent can provide properties with better exposure. We have one of the most extensive and advanced property websites in the region — FaulknerProperty.co.uk. This easy-to-navigate site is updated daily and is essential viewing for serious homehunters. We're in leading local newspapers and magazines, on radio and appear selectively in the national media.

The fee structure set by FaulknerProperty.co.uk has been fixed at a competitive level, especially considering the high standards of service we are able to provide. For full details, speak to your local office.

In accordance with the tenancy agreement, the tenant will be contracted to pay the rent to FaulknerProperty.co.uk on a fixed date each month. As long as there are no delays in receiving the rent, the clearing and administration process begins. Payments are made direct from FaulknerProperty.co.uk into the landlord's nominated bank or building society account via BACS. Assuming the monthly rent is received on the due date, it will be allocated to the next payment run , which take place weekly.

Yes. We insist that all prospective tenants complete a very detailed application. Unlike many other agents we undertake all our own references and TAKE OWNERSHIP of the process. We use a standard credit reference search to ensure they are real people, who they say they are and no previous bad debts that may hinder the payment of your rent. This assessment takes into account current information on the prospective tenant — information that is not legally available to private landlords — and includes detailed financial history checks. We then undertake references from other sources, employers, previous landlords etc etc

A small proportion of properties let through FaulknerProperty.co.uk areas are rented to housing benefit tenants. Most such tenancies run very successfully but it is only offered when agreed with a landlord in advance.

Letting your property furnished will not necessarily bring you a higher income and will almost certainly involve increased levels of maintenance. You'll also need to comply with soft furnishing fire regulations. Our general recommendation is to let unfurnished. Should you opt to include furnishings, do remember to remove any valuable or sentimental items.

What current legislation could affect me as a landlord?

There is numerous legislation affecting the letting of property. Landlords who use our services are given information on some of the most relevant acts and regulations.

Our referencing procedures help ensure that tenants who let through FaulknerProperty.co.uk are reliable and trustworthy. We hold deposits and the tenancy agreement we use includes clauses that require tenants to pay the rent and not damage the property.
In the unlikely event of a tenant breaching these covenants, there is a clear remedy through the courts. We will be happy to recommend specialist legal advisors and offer you every guidance in connection with an eviction and, if appropriate, the claiming of damages against the tenant.
FaulknerProperty.co.uk also provides landlords with access to FaulknerProperty.co.uk rent and legal protection scheme. This offers landlords the reassurance of knowing that the rent will be paid during the period of occupation and will cover costs involved with an eviction (see policy for further details).

We also recommend that landlords maintain an appropriate buildings and contents insurance policy. Lampons can arrange this through specialist insurers.

Yes, because we ensure that the tenancy agreements are correctly drawn up and the proper notices have been served at the appropriate times. In the very rare cases where legal action is needed for repossession, the court will almost always make an order in the landlord's favour.

In the rare cases where a deposit dispute occurs, the Tenancy Deposit Scheme allows a swift, unbiased conclusion and protects the landlord from having to incur the cost of expensive legal action to resolve the matter. A nominal annual charge will be made and full details on this and the Scheme is available from your local office.

Will I save money if I let my property privately?
We don't think so. The letting industry is littered with heartbreaking stories of how innocent and well intentioned property owners have let privately, sometimes to friends or family, with absolutely disastrous consequences.

The most common problem experienced by private landlords is late or non payment of rent or damage to the property, its fixtures and fittings. Get into this situation and you run the risk of becoming involved in an expensive legal wrangle and court proceedings.

All this could be on top of spending a considerable amount of money advertising the property and taking time to show prospective tenants around. Once you've found someone who wants the place, you won't be able to reference them like Lampons can — or hold the deposit. You'll also need to organise and pay for some kind of tenancy agreement and face the hassle of collecting the rent.
Leave the letting and management of your property to FaulknerProperty.co.uk and you could save yourself a vast amount of worry and expense. We have a huge database of existing tenants and hundreds more contact us every week. Your property will be promoted to them through our branches, advertising and website. We'll find you a suitable tenant and check their references. We can provide you with legal expenses protection and even arrange a scheme which will guarantee the rental payments.

Buy-to-Let was originally a joint initiative introduced by ARLA and the mortgage lenders. The scheme was designed to help private individuals invest in rental property without being penalised by mortgage surcharges or paying commercial rates of interest.

Various lenders are prepared to offer between 75% and 85% of the purchase price, leaving the buyer responsible for the deposit. This can either be raised from savings or by releasing equity from existing property. Lampons Lettings can advise on this.

The mortgage company will need to know how much rent you expect to get from the property — this has to be 130% of the monthly interest payment.

FaulknerProperty.co.uk has an in-depth knowledge of the local market. We can help clients choose property that is likely to be in demand and should perform well, both in terms of rental income and capital growth.

Click here for full details on our Buy to Let page