How it works
Under our Private Sector Leasing Service, we manage your property to house local families assisted though our Housing Needs Service.
We guarantee a rental income and as long as there are no structural issues, we will provide guaranteed rents with no void period.
The rent you receive will be:
- paid by us monthly, directly into your bank account
- guaranteed for the duration of the lease
- paid even if no one is living in your property.
At the end of the tenancy, we'll return your property to you taking into account fair wear and tear and can offer a competitive 8 weeks rent compensation.
Who can apply
The Private Sector Leasing Service is open to all landlords with properties in Brighton & Hove and the surrounding areas.
The service is free, we charge no commission or other fees.
Your property needs to:
- be a one, two or three bedroom, self-contained property in Brighton & Hove or the surrounding areas
- be unfurnished and in a reasonable state of decoration
- be clean, safe and secure
- meet health and safety standards
- have current gas, electrical and energy performance (EPC) certificates
How to apply
You can contact us to arrange a free appointment with one of our negotiators by:
After an initial phone call our negotiator will visit your property to decide what the rent will be. Your rent will be based on:
- the size of your property
- the location of your property
- rent levels in the local area
- Local Housing Allowance rates
At the valuation we will then let you know if we need any more details or documents about your property.
When you provide these, we will give you a contract which will include the tenancy agreement and rent level.
By participating in our Private Sector Leasing Scheme, you are not only benefiting yourself, but you are also helping to address the housing shortage in our area. Your property will be used to provide quality housing for those in need, making a positive impact on our community.
Direct Let Service
Many people struggle to access Private Rented Accommodation due to high demand. Direct Lets is a free lettings service for landlords and tenants aiming to give everyone a fair chance of accessing rented property.
How it works
Direct Lets collaborate with Landlords to provide assured shorthold tenancies to households who have approached Brighton & Hove for housing assistance. Using this scheme helps households who are finding it difficult to access private rented property due to competition for property in Brighton & Hove or low income.
Direct Lets makes a difference to families in Brighton & Hove by offering a fair and supportive service which listens to both tenants and landlords to make sustainable tenancies. We aim to provide a professional accessible service for landlords to assist households struggling to access accommodation.
Directs Lets Offer:
- no fees
- incentives to take pets
- competitive rent
- free inventory service
- 4 weeks rent In advance
- a ‘Moving In’ service assisting tenants to sign up rent payments and answer questions
- a competitive deposit bond scheme
- assistance with rent issues including payments to resolve rent arrears
- home support for tenants to swiftly resolve tenancy issues
- check out service
Contact us today to arrange a free appointment with one of our negotiators by: