Established for over 30 years, one of South West Wales largest letting and property management agencies. We manage hundreds of properties throughout Carmarthenshire, Pembrokeshire and Ceredigion.
Our local knowledge and experience is unrivalled.
Fully managed and let only services.
Thorough online contract holder referencing & vetting process and online contract signing
Rent Smart Wales licenced agents, ARLA regulated
Marketing on Zoopla, onthemarket.com and primelocation.com
| Holding Deposit (per contract) | 1 week's rent. This is to reserve a property. Please Note: This will be withheld if any relevant person (including any guarantor(s)) withdraw from the occupation contract, provide materially significant false or misleading information, or fail to sign their occupation contract (and / or Deed of Guarantee) within 15 calendar days (or other Deadline for Agreement as mutually agreed in writing). |
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| Security Deposit (per contract) | 5 week’s rent. An additional security deposit will be required where a pet is permitted, up to a maximum of £500. |
| Unpaid Rent | Interest at 6% above the Bank of England Base Rate. |
| Lost Key(s) or other Security Device(s) | Contract holders are liable to the cost of replacing any lost key(s) or other security device(s). If the loss results in locks needing to be changed, the costs of a locksmith, new lock and replacement keys for the contract holder, landlord any other persons requiring keys will be charged to the contract holder. If extra costs are incurred there will be a charge of £15 per hour (inc. VAT) for the time taken replacing lost key(s) or other security device(s). |
| Damage to Property | Pay for the cost of works resulting from the negligence, misuse or failure to act reasonably by the contract holder or any of his visitors or friends. Pay for the entire invoices and costs of the contractors. |
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Missed Appointments |
Contract holders are liable for any pre-arranged missed appointments. Contract holders will be liable for the contractor's invoice. |
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Out of Hours - Call Out |
Contract holders are liable for any out of hours call-outs due to the fault of the contract holder. Pay for the entire invoice and costs of the contractors. If extra costs are incurred there will be a charge of £15 per hour (inc. VAT) for the time taken. |
| Early Termination (Tenant’s Request) | Where a contract holder wishes to end their occupation contract outside of the agreed terms of the agreement, they agree to cover the loss incurred by the Landlord as a result of the early termination. These costs will be no more than the maximum amount of rent outstanding on the occupation contract. |
Draft occupation contracts can be made available on request.
** We do not accept credit card payments.
** Debit card payments can be used for the initial holding deposit only.
** Final balance must be paid via bank transfer and the rent thereafter must be paid by standing order.
Please review our affordability criteria when renting a property with Swift Property Services via the following link ... https://www.swiftpropertyservices.co.uk/blog/affordability-criteria-when-renting-a-property.html
Service Packages
| Let Only Service (no let no fee) | 65% plus VAT (78% inc VAT) / (minimum £325 plus VAT) of the 1st month's rent |
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| To include contract holder introduction, providing occupation contract, collection of 1st month's rent and bond lodging. | |
| Management Service |
£199 plus VAT (£238.80 inc VAT) set up fee and 11.5% plus VAT (13.8% including VAT) of rent collected |
| Excludes maintenance arrangement, void property inspections and fees relating to exceptional circumstances. | |
| Full Management Service | £199 plus VAT (£238.80 inc VAT) set up fee and 12.5% plus VAT (15% including VAT) of rent collected |
| Excludes maintenance arrangement, void property inspections and fees relating to exceptional circumstances. | |
The fees under the above services are payable when any individual or organisation enters into an agreement to rent the Property as a result of our promotion, introduction, or viewing by the Agent.
Individual Service Chargs
| Occupation Contract Fee Only | £200 plus VAT (£240.00 inc VAT). This service is for a Landlord who finds their own contract holder and does not require advertising, referencing, collection of 1st month’s rent or bond deposit lodging. Included in all service packages. |
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| Advertise Only (i.e. Contract holder Find) | £300 plus VAT (£360.00 inc VAT). Advertise and contract holder introduction only. Does not include preparation and completion of occupation contract, referencing, collection of 1st month’s rent or bond deposit lodging. Included in all service packages. |
| Occupation Contract, References and Bond Deposit Lodging | £300 plus VAT (£360.00 inc VAT). Does not include advertising / contract holder introduction. Included in all service packages. |
| Inventory Check in and out | £400 plus VAT (£480.00 inc VAT) included in both Management packages |
| Service of Section 173 Notice | £50.00 plus VAT (£60.00 inc VAT) included in both Management packages |
| Service of Rent Review Notice | £50.00 plus VAT (£60.00 inc VAT) included in both Management packages |
| Viewings (Included in Management Packages) |
Up to 5 miles from Carmarthen - £20 plus VAT (£24 inc VAT) 5-10 miles from Carmarthen - £30 plus VAT (£36 inc VAT) 10-20 miles from Carmarthen - £50 plus VAT (£60 inc VAT) Over 20 miles - £50 + £0.45 per mile plus VAT (£60 + £0.54 per mile inc VAT)
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| Void Property inspections |
Up to 5 miles from Carmarthen - £20 plus VAT (£24 inc VAT) 5-10 miles from Carmarthen - £30 plus VAT (£36 inc VAT) 10-20 miles from Carmarthen - £50 plus VAT (£60 inc VAT) Over 20 miles - £50 + £0.45 per mile plus VAT (£60 + £0.54 per mile inc VAT)
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| Maintenance Arrangement Fee | 10% plus VAT (12% including VAT) of all works arranged – managed properties only |
| Professional Hourly Rate | £50.00 plus VAT (£60.00 inc VAT) charged by the Agent when required to carry out any additional services |
| Occupation Contract Renewal Fee (excluding new reference checks) | £200.00 plus VAT (£240.00 inc VAT). It is not necessary to renew tenancy at the end of the first period and so no charge will be made in Management package |
| Re-letting fee (applies only if property is let twice in 6 months) | £299.00 plus VAT (£358.80 inc VAT). Only applies to Management Package, not Let Only. |
| Gas Safety Record Fee | Subject to Quotation. |
| Electrical Inspection Fee | Subject to Quotation. |
| Legionella Risk Assessment Fee | Subject to Quotation. |
Minimum Fee
Where the Landlord cancels the Agent's instruction to provide a management service the Agent will charge and the Landlord will pay a fee based upon 11.5 plus VAT (13.8% including VAT) of the agreed rent for the period not exceeding six months from the commencement date of the tenancy.
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Swift have been exceptionally helpful and professional throughout the process especially Gary Davies who has kept us fully informed throughout the whole process. Gary goes the extra mile and even answered our queries whilst on holiday rather than keep us waiting.. would highly recommend Swift!!!
The Tonkins
The team were brilliant, swift, diligent and empathetic. The team were able to deal with a myriad of different requests efficiently. I highly recommend them.
Will
The sale of my house was dependent on the purchase I was completing with Swift Sales. Gary was very helpful through the whole process and the sellers English wasn't very good. every question I asked Gary he would advise he will get back to me by the end of the day and he never failed to deliver...
Dom
Hi Wanted to leave a review and show appreciation. Recently sold our house and were looking for a rental in very short notice. At the time it was a really stressful period as we were weeks away from completing. Ben provided a professional service that made the process really straightforward...
EmmJam104
Gary was very helpful throughout. From our first viewing through to the exchange of contracts. Nothing was too much hassle for him, and maintained regular contact providing timely updates.
Iwan
I had a specific Tenant in mind and the Team did everything to find Her. Always friendly and helpful, am waiting now for the Tenancy to begin and feel sure that the Team will continue Their good work.
Susan Pill
Our purchase took quite a long time due to various things beyond anyone's control! Gary was communicative and helpful throughout the whole process. I would be happy to buy (or sell) through them again :-)
KK
Couldn't be happier or more pleased with the service we received from swift and our estate agent Gary Davis. Always so courteous and efficient within his role and made the whole process for us enjoyable. Highly recommend their services.
Mr Jones
The team were brilliant, swift, diligent and empathetic. The team were able to deal with a myriad of different requests efficiently. I highly recommend them.
Will
I have used Swift Relocations for many years. I have found their staff to be professional, courteous, helpful & fair. They have helped me comply with new landlord regulations and grow my business, providing an excellent service.
EH
