LANDLORDS
ARLA
Saint Andrews Bureau ltd is a long standing member of the
Association of Residential Lettings Agents (ARLA) which was formed in 1981 as
the professional and regulatory body for letting agents in the UK. It
was recognised that the requirements of the residential lettings market
were so detailed and specific that a separate organisation was required
to promote standards in this important and growing sector of the
property market.
A comprehensive guide to our services can be obtained by contacting us.
Management & Letting
Saint Andrews Bureau Limited has over fifty years experience in managing properties for clients.
Established in 1959 with offices in Cambridgeshire and Hertfordshire, we enjoy an unrivalled reputation as a company that operates to the highest professional standards. We offer a comprehensive range of management services designed to maximise your income while safeguarding your property.
A comprehensive guide to our services can be obtained by contacting us.
Block Management
St. Andrews Bureau Ltd is a member of the Association of Residential Managing Agents (ARMA), the only professional body in England and Wales that focuses exclusively on matters relating to block management of residential property.
Full details of the appropriate level of services and the fee structure can be provided following an exploratory meeting with owners or residents associations.
A comprehensive guide to our services can be obtained by contacting us
Property Maintenance
Maintenance is an important aspect of property management if the owner wishes to maintain the property to a good standard and keep the tenants in a contented state of mind.
Unlike most property management companies, we have our skilled maintenance department, supported by dedicated sub contractors. This enables us to provide a comprehensive range of maintenance services, including Gas Safe registered gas safety checks, electrical safety checks and respond rapidly to any situation. This covers essential emergency call out involving such things as plumbing, electrical and heating problems, routine matters such as gardening services, through to complete refurbishment of properties, involving painting, installation of new kitchens, central heating systems, and electrical work.
A comprehensive guide to our services can be obtained by contacting us.
Property Insurance
Protection of your property is another area that requires careful consideration. We can arrange building and contents insurance through our specialist block policy for let properties.
For owners who require the added protection against defaulting tenants, we can arrange rent cover and legal cost protection insurance once a tenancy has been entered into.
A comprehensive guide to our services can be obtained by contacting us.
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For any other information, don’t hesitate to contact our offices.
We’ll be glad to answer all your questions.
Rent and legal insurance
Landlords Rent & Legal Protection Insurance
Problems a landlord may face
- The tenant who ignores notice to quit
- The tenant who defaults on rental payments
- The tenant who fails to meet their repairing obligations, especially at the end of the tenancy
- The contractor whose repairs or renovations are unsatisfactory
- Failure to meet or maintain appropriate health and safety standards
- Taxation enquiries by H M Revenue and Customs
Subject to the policy terms and conditions this policy provides indemnity for legal expenses regarding
- Obtaining possession of the property
- Rent guarantee, to cover rent arrears due from the tenant under the tenancy agreement where tenant is being evicted under the Eviction section of this policy.
- Use of the property
- Dilapidations and nuisance
- Repair and renovation cover - provides indemnity for legal expenses to pursue or defend disputes relating to the repair or renovation of the property
- Tax Protection: Professional expenses incurred in respect of representation of the insured during an HMRC investigation
- 24 hour telephone legal advice line to provide you with legal advice, health and safety and taxation information without having to pay
Limit of Indemnity
- Legal Cover – Up to £100 000 per claim with up to 10 claims during the policy period
- Maximum rent payable per claim is £25 000 or the equivalent of 12 months rent whichever is the lesser amount
- Maximum rent covered is £2500 pcm
- Excess amount is £500 or one months rent whichever is the higher amount
Cost
- on application
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