Frequently Asked Questions

Does my property have to be furnished?

No. Most Local Authorities that we work with do NOT require any furniture in the property. However, any furniture left at the property must meet health and safety requirements and fire safety regulations (click here for information regarding regulations). Furnishings left at the property must also be clean, unstained and free from damage. Although furniture is not generally required, we do require a cooker and fridge freezer. In most cases we do not require a washing machine, however the plumbing for the washing machine would have to be in place. Net and heavy curtains or blinds are a requirement for all properties.

What types of properties do we require?

We are interested to hear from you if you have any good quality self-contained properties (Studios, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 bedroom properties) throughout London, Luton and the South East.

What condition does the property have to be in?

The property must be in a lettable condition before the lease can be signed. Our Inspector will advise you whether your property is suitable and whether you need to carry out any pre-lease works when they conduct their preliminary property inspection. Although the property standards across the Local Authorities are very similar there are slight variations in some specific requirements. Please call us on 020 8988 2838 to discuss property requirements in specific Local Authorities.

As a guideline we have prepared a general property standards booklet to assist our landlords and prospective clients in getting their properties ready for leasing:

  Click to download the Omega Lettings Property Standards Booklet

What documents will have to be provided?

Apart from 3 sets of keys to the property, we will also require the following documents:

(1) Proof of ownership; (2) Proof of buildings insurance cover; (3) CORGI gas certificate; (4) NICEIC electrical certificate; (5) Planning permission and building control documents if the property has been converted; (6) Bank account details; (7) Details of utility suppliers (8) Energy Performance Certificate (EPC).

Omega Lettings employ qualified contractors who can carry out NICEIC, CORGI and Energy Performance Certificates - Please call us on 020 8988 2838 if you require a relevant certificate for your property.

All our contractors carry their own insurance and Omega Lettings Ltd are not liable for any incidents that may occur following the issue of a certificate on your property. 

What is the process?

Omega Lettings aims to lease your property as quickly as possible. Depending on the initial condition of your property the process could be completed with a signed lease in less than one week. Below we outline a step-by-step guide:

Contact us

The first thing you need to do is to contact us. You can do this by phoning us on 020 8988 2838 or by registering your property online. After we have discussed your needs and outlined the scheme we will arrange a free inspection and survey of the property.

Click here to register your property online

Free Inspection and Survey

Following on from a confirmed appointment with yourself, our Inspector visit's the property. The Inspector will have a look round, confirm that the property is suitable and provide an initial schedule of works for the property.

Routine checking and requirements

It is the Landlord's responsibility to provide gas (CORGI) and electricity (NICEIC) certificates for the landlord's protection and to comply with the law. Upon instruction from the Landlord Omega Lettings can arrange for these safety checks to be carried out.

Final inspection

When you have completed the works you will need to arrange with us to carry out a final inspection of the property to ensure that you have completed all outstanding works specified during the earlier survey. An inspection by a Council Officer may also be required (this normally can be arranged with a days notice).

Signing the lease

When your property has passed the final inspection and you have provided all documentation we will arrange to sign the lease with you.

Management service

Your property will receive regular visits (usually a minimum of every 2 months) to ensure that it is being looked after and we will report back to you if there are any maintenance issues.

What about tax?

Omega Lettings as any other letting agent is required by the Inland Revenue regulations to provide information on the amount of rent that is paid to landlords at the end of each financial year. If you are a Non-UK resident landlord, you will also need to ensure that you provide confirmation that you have met the registration requirements of the Inland Revenue. It is important that you notify the Inland Revenue of your plans and ask their advice. You may also wish to obtain independent tax advice. Omega Lettings can provide you with a copy of the Inland Revenue guidelines for Non-UK resident landlords upon request.

Regulations

For further information regarding Regulations and the Law please Click Here.

What do I do next?

If you are interested in anything you have read or want to find out more about leasing your property to Omega Lettings, please contact us on 020 8988 2838 or why not register your property online?