Why Let Your Property To A Pet Owner?
Almost half the UK population own a pet, yet many landlords are reluctant to accept pets! According to research by The Dogs Trust, some 78% of pet owners reported that they had experienced difficulty finding rented accommodation that would accept pets. However, if you are a landlord, agreeing to accept pets can help you maximise your return on investment for the following reasons: · Your pool of prospective tenants is almost doubled! · You are therefore likely to let your property quickly and avoid void periods · Pet owners will often pay a larger deposit or sizeable “pet premium” due to the scarcity of properties that accept pets · Pet owners are more likely to stay longer in a property and accept they may need to cover additional cleaning cost...