At Sarah Clark Property Consultants, we believe in transparent, straightforward pricing for our landlord services. Whether you need full property management or tenant find-only services, our fees are designed to be competitive with no hidden costs, giving you complete peace of mind. From rent collection and property maintenance to legal compliance, we tailor our services to meet the unique needs of landlords in Clifton and the surrounding areas of Bristol. Explore our detailed fee structure below to understand exactly what you’ll receive with our expert property management.
Full Management Service – Transparent and Comprehensive for Landlords
A transparent Full Management Service is provided with no hidden fees. The set-up fee is £960 including VAT, and the ongoing management fee is 12% of monthly rent, also including VAT. This covers the full cost of the service, with no additional fees for inventories, check-in, check-out, referencing, and professional photography is included for all newly managed properties.
Here’s what our Full Management Service covers:
- Completing a market review and advising as to the best rental income
- Market the property on all the relevant portals to find good tenants
- Conduct a social media campaign
- Complete initial vetting of all applicants by phone
- Carry out accompanied viewings on those that pass vetting
- Provide an overview of successful applicants
- Conduct full referencing on tenants
- Contract negotiations and contract arrangement
- Check-in meeting with tenant
- Provide Tenant Handbook with relevant information covering the tenancy period
- Register and hold the tenancy deposit in the Deposit Protection Service
- Collect rent and pay over to landlord (normally sent within 7 working days of collection)
- Deal with any rent arrears
- Deal with day-to-day management - instruct contractors for routine repairs, arrange all safety checks
- Ensure all safety certificates are compliant including: Gas Safety, EICR, EPC
- Carry out property inspections on average every 3-4 months
- Annual mid-term inspection report including photos
- Provide an emergency out of hours service
- Complete a full inspection at end of tenancy and preparing and agreeing a schedule of costs relating to any damage or unfair wear and tear prior to releasing the deposit
- Conduct any deposit deduction negotiations if required
- Arranging HMO Licences if required (this can be subject to additional costs but will be discussed)
- Professional Inventory = Free of Charge with the Management Service
Contract renewal at the end of the fixed term: £180 including VAT.
Issue Section 21 – arranged by third party – costs dependent on service required.
Client Money Protection: Propertymark
Independent Redress: The Property Ombudsman
Tenant Find Only Service – Fast and Reliable!
Our Tenant Find Only Service offers landlords the flexibility to manage their own properties while we find suitable tenants. Our Standard Fee is 60% of one month’s rent, with a minimum fee of £960 including VAT.
Here’s what our Tenant Find Only Service covers:
- Completing a market review and advising on the best rental income.
- Marketing the property on all relevant portals to find good tenants.
- Conducting a social media campaign.
- Initial vetting of applicants by phone.
- Accompanied viewings for vetted applicants.
- Providing an overview of successful applicants.
- Conducting full referencing on tenants.
- Contract negotiations and arrangement.
- Collecting the first month’s rent and deposit.
- Check-in meeting with the tenant.
Additional Fees (Tenant Find Only Services):
Check-Out Report Fee = £144 to £240 including VAT dependent on size of property
Professional Inventory = £144 to £240 including VAT dependent on size of property
Professional Photography= £168 including VAT
Contract renewal at end of fixed term: £180 including VAT
Register and hold deposit in Deposit Protection Service = £180 including VAT
Issue Section 21 – arranged by third party – costs dependent on service required
Arrange safety certificates – including: Gas Safety, EPC, Electrical Installation Condition Report - £60 inc VAT admin fee per certificate (this charge is additional to the contractor charge)
Client Money Protection: Propertymark
Independent Redress: The Property Ombudsman
How do we ensure our landlords are protected?
We are a registered member of the Propertymark Client Money Protection Scheme. This is a client money protection scheme to ensure your money is handled in the correct manner.
Download a copy of our Propertymark Client Money Protection Certificate here.
We comply with Propertymark's Conduct and Membership Rules.
Why Choose Us for Property Management in Bristol?
Offering tailored property management services across Clifton, Redland and the surrounding areas of Bristol, landlords benefit from transparent pricing and comprehensive management. Whether you’re looking for full property management or tenant find-only services, the trusted team is ready to help. Learn more about our property management services.
Get in Touch Today
Don’t just take our word for it—read our reviews to see why landlords trust us. Ready to work with us? Contact us today to discuss your needs and get started. Our address is 159B Whiteladies Road, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 2RF.
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