How can you find a Safe Agent in Watford? One of our recent landlords was handing her keys in to us the other day so we could find her a tenant and she quite rightly asked “how do I know you guys are a safe outfit to work with?” Fair question we thought but not one often asked …although perhaps it should be. We often all make quick decisions based on cost but it is important to ensure you ask your agent for details of the organization they are regulated by and whether or not they are covered by a client money protection scheme. Think of it as ‘’horses for courses’’ for example……if you purchased a brand new car would you take its first service trip to a one man band operating from the side of the road or back to the dealership you bought the car…more likely the latter as it offers you some peace of mind in terms of protection. It’s pretty much the same with your letting property which is worth 20 times the value of your car !
So whether you are a Belvoir landlord of not…take a look at the below website…might surprise you how many actual ‘Safe Agents’ are listed on their website in Watford!
Safe Agent Fully Endorsed is a mark denoting firms that offer client protection. Protection of what you may ask.
Landlords and tenants money through client money protection schemes. SAFE Agents all have a common minimum standards required for accreditation.
Standards include:
Professional indemnity
Accounting standards
Independent redress for consumers through an ombudsman scheme.
Belvoir is proud to be a Safe Agent
