Michael Hart & Company have extensive experience of successfully letting and managing properties. A personalised, professional and accountable service for landlords has resulted in a strong positive reputation and regular business through recommendation.

We are regulated by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors which means we have a strict code of conduct to follow, and are subject to regular audits.

There have been a number of significant changes in law over recent years affecting residential lettings. All lettings through our agency are conducted in accordance with these changes, including the Renters Rights Act 2025.

Free Market Appraisal and Advice

Firstly we would be pleased to visit your property and provide you with a rental market appraisal. We will advise on a rental value to ensure the optimum return from your property in the prevailing market conditions. We will also be pleased to discuss regulations and laws affecting letting with specific reference to your property.

Choose the Level of Service

Letting Service

Finding the right tenants for your property is crucially important. We undertake comprehensive referencing including financial, employment, character and address status on prospective tenants. We take the trouble to secure responsible, careful tenants who pay their rent regularly whilst looking after your home.

Marketing

Marketing your property will commence implementing modern and traditional methods:

  • Particulars are drafted which will describe the property and its attributes, including a detailed account of the accommodation, photographs and floorplans. Prior to distribution, a copy will be forwarded to you for your approval.
  • Photographs are used to show the property in its best light. These are incorporated within the particulars. They are also used in office front window advertising and internal office displays in our prominent Bollington office.
  • Viewing arrangements can be tailored to suit your needs. We will accompany prospective tenants - both in and out of office hours.
  • Particulars are distributed to those registered on our regularly updated database of prospective tenants.
  • Marketing on the Internet is arranged on our own website, and also through portal sites, including OnTheMarket.com and Rightmove.co.uk to give maximum coverage. Full brochure details with photographs of the property will be available online for potential tenants to browse and download.
  • Arrangements are made for a 'To Let' board (if required).

All of the above marketing services are carried out on a ‘no tenant no fee’ basis.

Applications for the tenancy:

  • We will request details from any parties interested in taking the tenancy. Once details from applicants have been received these will be considered and can be discussed with you should you wish. A decision will be made on whether to proceed further.
  • Once an applicant has been selected, a holding deposit is requested, and further details including those of appropriate referees are taken. We take the trouble to collate all references ourselves rather than using a referencing agency as this allows us to build a better and more tailored profile of applicants.
  • All references and other information obtained are carefully considered before a final decision to proceed with a tenancy is reached.

Once a tenancy application has been accepted:

  • The Tenancy Agreement and documentation relating to the Registration of the Deposit are drawn up. These are then signed by the tenants. We can sign the documents on your behalf prior to the tenancy commencing.
  • A detailed inventory is collated including photographs.
  • An appointment is made for the ingoing. The first month's rent and the tenancy deposit (set at five weeks’ rent) are collected.

At the time of the tenancy commencing:

  • Meter readings are taken. Keys and a copy of the inventory will be issued to the tenant. The inventory is signed by the tenant as a correct record of the contents and condition.

Following the commencement of the tenancy:

  • Utility companies are notified of the change of occupancy to transfer the accounts for gas, electricity, water and council tax into the tenants names as appropriate.
  • We will account to you with full details of the tenancy.
  • The letting is completed in line with the latest laws and regulations.

Management Service

We would strongly recommend using our full management service, which in addition to the above includes:

During the tenancy:

  • Collection of monthly rent and accounting to you.
  • Periodic inspections of the property to ensure that your property is being looked after and kept in good order.
  • Arrangement and supervision of maintenance and repairs as required. Unlike many agents, we do not charge landlords a commission on top of the contractor’s invoice, or receive commission from contractors. Prior to instructing contractors or arranging for quotations, and where appropriate, problems are investigated and assessed by us to check that these cannot be easily resolved, and also the responsibility for cost of repair/replacement.
  • Arranging periodic safety checks etc. to ensure compliance with latest laws and regulations.
  • Looking after the general well being of the property.

Once a tenancy comes to an end:

  • Keys are collected from the tenants and the property is checked though to ensure it is in appropriate condition. Any necessary repairs/remedial works are addressed with use of the deposit if appropriate.
  • Final meter readings are taken and utility service providers / authorities are advised of the change of occupancy.
  • Arrange for any necessary cleaning or redecoration work to be carried out at the property between tenants.

There is no charge for management should the property be vacant between tenants.

Our service goes beyond that offered by many other letting agencies. Whether you require a full letting and management service, or if you wish to manage the property yourself, we will be happy to assist.