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Fungal mold in the corner of the window. Repair related problems. Domestic parasites. The consequences of improper ventilation of the house or poor-quality repairs.

Mitigating Damp and Mould in Rental Properties

Damp and mould in properties During the colder months, rental properties become more susceptible to damp and mould due to increased condensation and our wet Scottish climate. We can implement several measures to prevent damp and mould from becoming an issue by: Damp and mould can be an ongoing challenge for property owners, agents and…

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2024 Repairing Standard Changes for Rental Properties

Changes to the Repairing Standard in Scotland took effect on 1 March 2024. These changes were as follows: The Scottish Government published guidance incorporating all of the changes and guidance can be found here

Energy Performance Certificates

There is no minimum standard for rental properties in Scotland to meet a minimum EPC standard for energy efficiency at present. The Scottish Government has intended for some time to introduce regulations requiring private rented sector properties to meet a minimum energy performance certificate (EPC) rating before they can be let to tenants. Previous proposals…

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Consent to Let

Many first-time landlords are unaware they need consent to let their property from their mortgage lenders. Some lenders may approve an application without penalty others will charge a one-off fee, whilst some companies may increase the interest rate on the existing mortgage. Depending on a mortgage company policy, it may be worth considering transferring to…

Register My Appliance

The Association of Manufacturers of Domestic Appliances (AMDEA) have a campaign to urge landlords and householders to take advantage of their free appliance registry so that they will be updated with any future safety recalls that may come up. See registermyappliance.org.uk

Changes to the Repairing Standard

All landlords have a legal obligation to ensure their property meets the Repairing Standard at the start of a tenancy and at all times during a tenancy. From 1 March next year (2024) the Repairing Standard is being changed to add the following requirements: Landlords should familiarise themselves with the updated guidance and ensure that…

Thomas Kearins

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Tenant

Superb! Had bad experiences with other letting agents but Jean at Fine Lets couldn't have been more helpful. We rented an old flat through FL so plenty of things popped up, but nothing was a hassle for the team and issues were dealt with quickly and to a high standard. I've now rented through several letting agents in Glasgow and Fine Lets is, without a doubt, the best - friendly and accessible at all times.

Andrew Stewart

Landlord

An absolute pleasure to deal with and I can’t recommend highly enough! Jean has been flawless throughout the whole letting process and has made the experience very easy! If your thinking about renting your property through Fine Let’s, II strongly recommend it! your property will be in safe hands!

Gavin Quearns

Had an excellent time with fine let’s. Communication was excellent and made me feel comfortable at every part of the process. Jean was lovey and provided me with a simple, stress free experience.

Ali Con

I became an accidental landlord when moving to a different city. On recommendation of a friend I left my property in the safe hands of Jean. With her knowledge, experience and work ethic she made the whole process hassle free. I could be confident my property would be cared for and Jean, with her network & contacts, could handle any issues that cropped up. I can't recommend Fine Let's enough.

Hilary Stoddart

The best letting agent I've experienced. As a former tenant of Fine Lets, I couldn't recommend them highly enough. Jean is a pleasure to deal with from my first enquiry call and is incredibly professional, personable, supportive and goes the extra mile without question. Thanks so much Jean!

Rhona Kathryn Burton

As a former tenant, I can’t rate Fine Lets highly enough. Jean was very informative and effective communicator and a pleasure to deal with throughout my time!

Ross Pattison

Fine Lets LTD provided an exceptional service to me as a Landlord. Throughout my the entire time my property was let Jean managed the property very well and diligently was always on the case regarding what was going on with the tenants and the every changing legal landscape in the rental market post-COVID. I would recommend them wholeheartedly if you are thinking of renting a property in the area. Thanks again for all your hard work Jean :)

David Watson

I have been a client of Fine Lets for 15 years and could not be happier with the service I received. Fine Lets took the hassle out of renting my flat while i lived abroad and always went above and beyond when dealing with issues, admin, and repairs. The quality of service was so high, and the interactions so honest and fair, that I will never use a larger, brand name agency. Highly recommend!!

Ann Marie Kilpatrick

We have used Jean from Fine Lets Ltd for a number of years and she has never let us down!! We have had a few properties that Jean has managed for us and as we live in Jersey having to deal with things ourselves proved rather difficult, but Jean was always there organising everything for us, nothing was to much trouble. Jean is such a lovely person and if you choose Fine Lets Ltd to manage your property, you will not be disappointed!! she is a star!! 5 stars at that!!

Sreehari Raju Kalidindi

We, as tenants, have had a wonderful experience with Jean at Fine Lets Ltd for the past couple of years. Jean has been very professional, meticulous at service and never hesitated to go the extra mile. Would highly recommend.

Superb! Had bad experiences with other letting agents but Jean at Fine Lets couldn't have been more helpful. We rented an old flat through FL so plenty of things popped up, but nothing was a hassle for the team and issues were dealt with very quickly and to a high standard. I've now rented through several letting agents in Glasgow and Fine Lets is, without a doubt, the best - friendly and accessible at all times.

Joanna Allison

Jean at Fine Let’s has been an absolute pleasure to deal with. Nothing is a problem for her and she builds a fantastic relationship with the tenants and the landlords.
I would not hesitate to recommend Jean to anyone.
Open and honest and so hardworking.

Carlo Farnocchi

I would absolutely recommend Fine Lets to anyone looking for a letting agent. Jean is great to work with. She is very professional and practical, deals with matters in a timely manner and always instills confidence. Great service!

Nial Connacher

I've rented in cities across the UK for the last 10 years and Fine Lets Ltd is one of the best in the business. Jean has been fantastic from day one, professional throughout and has really made us feel at home in our property. There's no issue small or big that isn't actioned with urgency, and Jean has went above and beyond on a number of occasions for us. We've had four stress-free years with Fine Lets and i'd recommend them to anyone looking for a professional & supportive letting agency.

Tristan Herzogenrath-Amelung

Jean has provided us with a professional and personal service for years, and she went above and beyond to ensure we, as landlords, always had all the information we needed. She was meticulous and always responded promptly to any queries. No hesitation in recommending Fine Lets.

Lindsey Bremner

Very impressed former tenant. As a recent previous tenant with Finelets I would highly recommend this agency. Having never rented before I felt reassured by Jean from the onset, she has always been friendly, professional and helpful at all contacts. I was impressed with Jeans consistency in responding to any contacts I made and resolved any issues quickly. Jean also has a great team working with her and anyone I had dealings with were also professional and friendly.

Mirena Nalbantova

We have been tenants with FineLets for the past four years and are incredibly happy with their service. In the beginning we were desperate to find a flat in our chosen area and it was through Jean’s integrity and professionalism that we managed to rent one in a highly competitive local market. Throughout our stay she has always been very efficient and professional when responding to any issues or queries we have had, making communication between us and the landlords really easy and fast. Her friendly and kind manner has made our stay very pleasant indeed. Would highly recommend this agency to any landlords or renters in Glasgow.

Katy Highet

Jean McCann was always very helpful and responsive whenever I had a query, and has been really lovely throughout my tenancy

Georgina Griffiths

Since the first contact, Jean has been nothing but helpful, pleasant and caring. Having been with other agencies within Glasgow, I can honestly say this has been the best experience so far as a tenant. No stress or worry about finding a new home, to the point of move in, myself and my partner have had a pleasant experience. All issues and questions are addressed and answered with care instead of a generic response and Jean has made sure everything is done to a high standard. Thank you for such an easy transition into our new home!