How to Compare the Costs of Finding a New Tenant

Separate marketing, photography, inspections, tenant screening, agreement preparation, property management, cleaning, repairs, utilities and key handover. Ask which tasks are included in the agent’s written proposal and which are charged separately.

Record anticipated dates, approved works, access, trades and any temporary costs. Do not assume a fixed letting period or rent outcome; use current local comparables and discuss uncertainty with a qualified property professional.

Ask agents and contractors to state fees, taxes, advertising, cancellation terms, repairs, call-outs, exclusions and variation approval in writing. Compare proposals for the same property and service period rather than relying on a generic online commission rate.

Rental rules, disclosure, entry and tax treatment vary. Use the official tenancy authority for the property’s jurisdiction and consult a qualified accountant, lawyer or licensed financial adviser for personal obligations.

A cleaning quote covers only the agreed cleaning tasks; it does not find tenants, manage a lease, repair property or guarantee inspection or rental outcomes. Define each provider’s scope separately.