"The property market is constantly changing, and we're consistently innovating to stay ahead. What doesn't change is our commitment to exceptional customer service and our promise to deliver the best possible results to our customers."
Simon Rettie
Managing Director
Outstanding Service Built Around You
At Rettie & Co we understand just how much your property means to you. That's why we put your requirements at the heart of everything we do. Wherever you live, and whatever type of property you own, we'll provide you with a tailored service that will deliver the results that you're looking for.
At Rettie & Co. we understand just how much your property means to you. That's why we put your requirements at the heart of everything we do. Wherever you live, and whatever type of property you own, we'll provide you with a tailored service that will deliver the results that you're looking for.
Outstanding Customer
Service
You’ll receive the highest level of customer service from all of our property specialists. They’ll keep you informed every step of the way and make your sales or letting experience smooth and straightforward.
A Proven Approach
At Rettie & Co. we will create a bespoke marketing package for your property that will place your requirements front and centre. Using our expertise and experience, we’ll provide the most effective mix of services, employing a tailored approach that has proved successful time and again.
Research-Based Property Intelligence
You need someone who makes smart decisions to handle your property. With the largest in-house property research team in Scotland, we have access to the latest information from across the UK property market, so we can give you the best advice and service.
Individual Know-How
Talk to any of our agents and you'll find a dedicated professional with a real passion for property. You can be certain that our staff have the training, qualifications and experience needed to deliver the best possible service.
Expertise At Your Service
We have the contacts, resources and branch network to help you, whether you are selling or letting an apartment, a premium home or an estate anywhere in Scotland or the northeast of England.
Stage 3
Local Knowledge
Visit any of our branches and you'll enjoy the benefit of our exceptional local market knowledge. All our branches are fully supported by our head office, ensuring they have the resources they need to serve you effectively.
International Reach
It's vital that your property is seen by as many interested parties as possible. Our unrivalled reputation and extensive network gives us a high profile in the market, and our dedicated marketing platform and database of active leads allows us to reach people all over the world.
A Trusted Partner
"Rettie & Co. secured me a great tenant and walked me through the whole process of renting out my property. With a move overseas to manage, they provided a 5 star service which was hugely appreciated."
"I received and excellent service throughout the whole sales cycle. Rettie kept me informed at each stage and after every viewing. I would highly recommend Rettie & Co. to family and friends and will continue using them in the future."
Selling With Rettie
A Harbison, Landlord
T Deans, Vendor
Letting Your Property
A Guide to the Rettie & Co. Approach
Marketing Services
We offer the following range of marketing services to create a bespoke marketing strategy for you.
We provide a comprehensive range of property marketing, letting, and management services, all designed to streamline the letting process and optimise your rental returns.
Letting With Rettie
A Free, No-Obligation Proposal
We will visit your property and provide you with detailed advice on the lettings process and an accurate rental valuation based on prevailing market conditions.
Legislation and Registration
We will work with you to ensure that you are compliant with all current legislative requirements and that you are properly registered as a landlord.
Insurance, Finance and Taxation
If required, we will ensure that your insurance, financing, and taxation affairs are all in order. Our contacts mean that we can introduce you to our trusted partners for them to ensure that insurance provides you with preferential rates and bespoke financial deals.
Safety and Compliance
Your Portfolio Manager will guide you through the various safety and compliance measures you must comply with when letting your property.
Property Preparation
How your property is presented can make a significant difference to the level of interest it receives. We will provide you with detailed advice on how to present your property so it appeals to the widest possible pool of prospective tenants.
Market Launch
Upon instruction, we will launch your property onto the market using a suite of high-quality images and detailed, persuasive marketing copy. We will make full use of the Rettie & Co. website and our network of associated online property portals. We offer professional photographs, floor plans and 3D Matterport video packages to showcase your property (prices vary).
Targeting Potential Tenants
We will use our database of registered applicants and corporate relocation agents to ensure that your property is seen by prospective tenants who have expressed a strong interest in your type of let.
Viewings
We offer a range of viewing options, including virtual viewings , 3D Matterport Video Tours and physical viewings, ensuring the current government guidelines are met.
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Remarketing
As soon as a current tenant notifies us of their intention to vacate, we will re-launch your property to the market at a revised rent level. We will discuss the relaunch with you to ensure that we market at the correct market rent and address any new maintenance issues. This will be done to minimise any potential void periods and maximise your returns.
Final Inventory Inspection and Report
When a tenant vacates your property, we will carry out a final inventory inspection. We will then produce a detailed checkout report with accompanying images. This will identify areas of liability for which a deposit deduction can be sought.
Rent Collection
We will collect the rent on your behalf each month and transfer it directly to your chosen account. You will receive a detailed monthly statement of account by email. We will ensure that all rent payment issues are identified and dealt with immediately.
On-going Management and Inspections
We will ensure that all safety and compliance testing is current and that all maintenance issues are dealt with promptly. Your Portfolio Manager will carry out regular property inspections and work proactively to enhance the value of your assets.
Rent Reviews
Your Portfolio Manager will use their expert knowledge of your property and the market to negotiate annual rent reviews on your behalf. We will ensure that you get the optimal balance between financial returns and tenancy duration.
Assessment Referencing
Finding good tenants is one of the most important parts of the entire lettings process. Your Portfolio Manager will personally assess all prospective tenants and use a specialist referencing agency to carry out rigorous suitability checks.
Deposit Collection
Once tenants have been selected, we will collect a deposit and ensure that this is transferred to an approved tenancy deposit scheme, where it will be held for the duration of the tenancy.
Tenancy Agreement
We will draw up the tenancy agreement for your property. The agreement is signed by Rettie & Co. on your behalf.
Inventory and Schedule of Collection
We will prepare a detailed inventory of contents and a schedule of condition. These will be sent to the tenant. They will be in a format that can be submitted as evidence should any disputes over damage liability arise.
We understand the unique opportunity presented by a property to generate income from year-round short term lets in addition to festival lets. We let and manage a diverse range of short stay properties for durations of one month to longer corporate stays. Our dedicated team offer two services: one for landlords who require us to source guests and another for landlords who require a full management service.
Key Issues to Keep in Mind
There are a number of important financial, regulatory, and safety issues that you, as a Landlord, will have to be aware of and act on.
Financial & Regulatory
Insurance - It is vital that your asset is fully protected by an insurance policy specifically designed for let properties. We operate a block policy with Bruce Stevenson Insurance Brokers that provides access to comprehensive cover at preferential rates.
Financing - Where your property is subject to mortgage finance, it is vital that you have consent to let from your lender. In most cases this means a move to a buy-to-let mortgage. We work with specialist mortgage brokers to provide access to the very best rates.
Taxation - All rental income must be declared to HMRC. For most landlords this will involve the completion of an annual self-assessment tax return. We will help you claim all of your entitled reliefs. We’ll also provide taxation guidance if you are planning to live abroad while your property is let.
Landlord Registration - Before your property can be offered for let you must register as a landlord with the relevant local authority. Once registered, you will be provided with a landlord registration number, which must be listed on all property marketing.
Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) - All properties must have a valid EPC and all marketing material must display the property’s EPC rating. Where an EPC survey is required we can arrange for this to be carried out.
" I recently bought a two bedroom flat in the city centre which required to be refurbished throughout. Rettie and Co. arranged for their contractors to estimate the works to be carried out and upon my approval, refurbished the flat to a very high standard. Within a short period, Rettie & Co. had marketed the flat for let and found tenants. Excellent Service."
Peter Young, Landlord
Safety
Landlords Gas Safety Certificate (LGSC) - All gas appliances in a property must be inspected and certified by a Gas Safe engineer on an annual basis. All gas appliances should also be serviced regularly.
Portable Appliances Test (PAT) - All portable appliances must be checked for electrical safety on an annual basis. NB: Even unfurnished properties are likely to contain some appliances that fall under this requirement.
Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) - Electricity supplies, electrical fittings, and fixed electrical equipment must be EICR inspected by a qualified electrician every three years. If your property has an Electrical Installation Certificate (EIC) this can serve in place of an EICR for five years from date conducted.
Legionella Risk Assessment (LRA) - All elements of your property’s water supply must be inspected to identify and assess potential sources of legionella bacteria. If areas of risk are identified we will work with you to control this risk.
Satisfactory Provision of Smoke and Heat Detectors - Private landlords are required to have a mains operated or tamper proof long-life lithium battery interconnected smoke and heat detection system. This must include a smoke alarm in any rooms frequently used by occupants for general daytime living purposes (usually the lounge), a smoke alarm in every circulation space on each storey such as hallways and landings, and a heat alarm in every kitchen. All alarms should be ceiling mounted and interlinked.
Carbon Monoxide - All properties that have heating or cooking appliances powered by a carbon-based fuel (e.g. gas, oil and solid fuels) must have tamper proof carbon monoxide detectors fitted in each room where such appliances are present.
Our Service Packages
We provide a bespoke service that can be tailored to your specific needs. We offer two main service packages:
Rent Collection: For landlords who want a comprehensive marketing and letting service but who want to retain the hands-on management of their property or property portfolio.
Full Management: For landlords who want a full marketing, letting, and management service for their property or property portfolio.
Use the table below to identify and select the asset management service that is most appropriate to your needs.
To ensure that you receive the best possible service, one of our experienced Portfolio Managers will serve as your principle point of contact and trusted advisor throughout the letting process.
Meet The Team
Your Rettie Glasgow City Team
Karen Turner
Director of Lettings Edinburgh & Glasgow
Karen heads up our Lettings Division which covers both Edinburgh and Glasgow. With over 25 years of experience in the Scottish and Edinburgh property market, Karen has retained a real passion for every aspect of her role, from ensuring that each individual client receives the first-class service they deserve to delighting in their excitement when finding just the right property. Karen is a former board member of a Scottish Law Practice and also run her own property consultancy business.
0131 622 4160
147 Bath Street
Glasgow
G2 4SQ
Unrivalled Service & Knowledge in Glasgow Residential Lettings
In Glasgow, the Rettie & Co. name stands for exceptional customer service. From our prominent regional office on Bath Street, our Residential Sales team has an unrivalled knowledge across the Glasgow market.
Glasgow's property market continues to perform well whether it be the sale of apartments, terraces or larger family homes. Core areas within Glasgow attract first time buyers, downsizers, and is a hotspot for families. We have local, national, and international reach and our strengths include the following:
Database
Our applicant database is proactively managed to ensure your property is introduced to buyers actively looking in your marketplace.
Market Reach
We provide focused marketing all whilst tailoring our service to the clients' requirements.
Market Research
Our dedicated Research Department gives us an unrivalled understanding of the market, which allows us to be proactive and focused.
Local Knowledge
Our sales team has a deep-rooted understanding of Glasgow's key residential areas across all sectors of the market.
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Additional Information
We have a personalised, online landlord portal which will help you stay up to date with your property 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The Rettie Hub will allow you to view and download your landlord statements, safety certificates and tenancy documents, review maintenance issues and see activity relating to your property on the calendar.
If you receive rental income whilst residing overseas, your letting agent (or tenant if you manage the property yourself) is obliged by HMRC to deduct tax on your net rental income. Please find HMRC link here for your guidance on the tax on your rental income.
You will need to complete and submit a non-resident landlord application if you would prefer to have your rental income paid to you without tax deducted by the letting agent. Please click here to access the required form. You will need to quote our HMRC Agency reference; NA010627.
LOCAL EXPERTISE , NATIONAL REACH
Our experienced regional sales teams have a proven track record of achieving the best possible outcomes for their clients.
Backed up by the resources of our in-house research unit, they pride themselves on their local knowledge and connections and provide a personal and bespoke service.
Get in touch with your local Rettie team
www.rettie.co.uk
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