Getting the tenant moved in is only the beginning. From rent collection and maintenance to inspections, compliance and keeping your tenant happy, effective property management protects your investment and keeps everything running smoothly. Here’s what happens once the tenancy begins.

A fresh coat of paint can help, but missing paperwork can delay a sale for months. Use August to prepare the information buyers and solicitors will need before an offer is agreed.

Scrolling property portals is useful, but registering with an estate agency can give buyers a more personal, proactive search experience, especially when the right home is about to come to market.

A move often starts long before a property is officially listed. If selling within the next few months is becoming a realistic possibility, September is a good time to work out what needs to happen first.