Every successful tenancy starts with the right advice.

We take time to understand your property, your position and your goals as a landlord. Whether you have purchased a property for rental investment, are letting out a home you already own, or need support managing a portfolio, we can recommend the right service for you. Our advice covers rental value, market demand, property presentation, compliance, marketing strategy and the best route to securing the right tenant.

Our rental assessments are based on local market knowledge, current tenant demand, property condition, location and comparable rental evidence.

We will advise you on a realistic rental figure designed to maximise your return while attracting serious, suitable applicants. Where required, we can also advise on improvements that may help increase rental value, reduce void periods and make your property more appealing to tenants.

Your property deserves maximum exposure.

We market rental properties across major property portals including Rightmove, Zoopla and OnTheMarket, supported by social media marketing across Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube and Google. Using modern systems such as Street and Spectre, we manage enquiries efficiently, monitor applicant interest and keep the lettings process moving quickly. Our aim is simple: to put your property in front of the right tenants, generate strong interest and secure the best possible result.

We arrange and conduct viewings with prospective applicants, presenting your property professionally and answering key questions on your behalf.

Our team can offer flexible viewing arrangements where possible, helping to maximise interest and reduce delays in securing a suitable tenant. Following viewings, we provide feedback and keep you informed so you always know how your property is performing in the market.

Finding the right tenant is one of the most important parts of the letting process.

We carefully review enquiries and applications before putting suitable applicants forward. Applicants will usually be assessed based on affordability, employment status, rental history and referencing requirements. Where appropriate, a guarantor may be considered, subject to landlord agreement and successful checks. Once an application is agreed, a holding deposit may be taken in line with current permitted payment rules. This helps secure the property while referencing and pre-tenancy checks are completed.

We arrange tenant referencing through an independent referencing provider where applicable.

This may include identity checks, credit checks, affordability checks, employment references and previous landlord references. We also arrange Right to Rent checks in line with legal requirements before the tenancy begins. Our aim is to give landlords clear information so they can make an informed decision before proceeding.

Before occupation, tenants are required to complete all agreed move-in requirements.

This usually includes signing the tenancy agreement, paying the first month’s rent in advance, paying the tenancy deposit, completing identification checks and receiving all required prescribed documents. The deposit amount will be confirmed before move-in and handled in accordance with deposit protection requirements. We coordinate the move-in process to make sure tenants receive the correct documentation and the property is handed over properly.

We prepare the appropriate tenancy agreement and supporting documents required for the tenancy.

This may include prescribed information, deposit documentation, safety certificates, How to Rent guide, EPC, gas safety certificate, electrical safety certificate and any other relevant documentation. Our team keeps the process organised and ensures the correct paperwork is issued before the tenancy begins.

For managed and rent collection services, rent is collected from the tenant and transferred to the landlord once cleared, in line with our agreed terms.

We provide landlord statements and keep clear records of payments received and paid out. Where rent is late, reminders are issued and appropriate communication is made with the tenant. If further action is required, we will keep the landlord informed and advise on the next steps.

Our managed service is designed to give landlords peace of mind.

We handle day-to-day tenant communication, maintenance reporting, contractor coordination, inspections, rent support and tenancy administration. This means you have a professional team looking after your property, dealing with issues promptly and keeping you updated throughout the tenancy.

Regular property inspections help protect your investment and identify potential issues early.

We carry out visual property checks to assess how the property is being maintained, look for visible defects and report any concerns to the landlord. Where works are required, we will advise you and help coordinate the next steps.

Landlords have important legal responsibilities, and staying compliant is essential.

We can help arrange key safety and compliance documents, including gas safety certificates, electrical safety reports, EPCs, smoke and carbon monoxide requirements and other relevant checks where required. Our team will help remind landlords when documents are due and assist in arranging approved contractors where needed.

During a managed tenancy, our property management team helps coordinate maintenance and repairs.

We will liaise with tenants, contact contractors, obtain estimates where required and seek landlord approval before works proceed, except in genuine emergencies where urgent action may be needed to protect the property, tenant or public safety. Where damage is caused by tenant misuse or negligence, we will advise on the appropriate route to recover costs where possible.

Tenants are normally responsible for utility bills and council tax during the tenancy, unless otherwise agreed.

We will guide tenants on setting up utilities and council tax at the start of the tenancy and record meter readings where available. Landlords should also notify utility providers and the local authority of any change in occupancy, especially during void periods or between tenancies.

A detailed inventory is one of the most important documents in any tenancy.

We recommend a professional inventory with photographs and, where possible, video evidence before the tenant moves in. This records the condition and contents of the property at the start of the tenancy. At the end of the tenancy, a check-out report can be used to compare the property condition against the original inventory, helping to support any deposit deductions where necessary. This is essential in reducing disputes and protecting both landlord and tenant.

Our Let Only service is ideal for landlords who want help finding a tenant but prefer to manage the tenancy themselves.

We can assist with marketing, viewings, tenant sourcing, referencing, tenancy setup and move-in arrangements. Once the tenant has moved in, responsibility for rent collection, maintenance, inspections, compliance renewals, notices, deposit handling and day-to-day management will pass to the landlord unless otherwise agreed in writing.

Our Fully Managed service is designed for landlords who want complete support.

From marketing and move-in to rent collection, maintenance, inspections and ongoing tenancy management, our team handles the day-to-day work so you can enjoy a more hands-off experience. This service is ideal for busy landlords, overseas landlords, portfolio landlords or anyone who wants the reassurance of professional management.

• Local Leicester lettings expertise

• Family-owned service with direct landlord communication

• Marketing across Rightmove, Zoopla, OnTheMarket and social media

• Smart technology through systems such as Street and Spectre

• Careful tenant selection and referencing

• Support with compliance, paperwork and deposits

• Hands-on property management and maintenance coordination

• Clear updates throughout the process

• Advice for landlords, investors and portfolio growth.

Whether you are letting your first property or looking for a better managing agent, Signature Lettings is here to help.

Speak to our team today for clear advice, a rental valuation and a lettings service built around protecting your investment.

Signature Lettings
40 The Parade, Oadby, Leicester, LE2 5BF
Telephone: 0116 482 1359
Email: lettings@signaturelettings.co.uk