Letting Agents & Estate Agents prepare for Post-Lockdown business activity

Late last night Robert Jenrick announced that the housing market can get back to work, BUT this ONLY applies to England and ONLY if “they follow new guidance”, they being letting agents, estate agents, property managers, landlords, tenants, chartered surveyors, builders, developers et al.

And so we move from uncertainty to a curve ball with the possibility that some of “those” may not have their “house in order” with regards Covid-19 Protocols in place.

The property industry has most definitely suffered, as have all businesses across the UK, and further set back are not needed, therefore it is crucial to follow guidance put in place by BEIS, the HSE, Public Health England.

Our webinars which began this provided advice & support for letting agents to start preparing for a smooth transition from lockdown to a re-opening of business, yet the Covid-19 Protocols will apply just as much, if not more, to valuations, viewings, move-ins, check-outs etc.

1. Start with Risk Assessment- know exactly where the risks lie.

2. Put together your protocols for business activity carried out within the office environment & externally.

3. Communicate with your employees and all other Stakeholders associated with your agency - landlords, tenants, contractors, consultants. Make sure they understand what protocol you have in place. No need to explain why.

4. Take your time. Do not rush.

5. Seek guidance and support. Most important of all, Stay Safe.

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