Have you bought a property to rent out and then don't know how to get a suitable tenant in it? Then enlist the help of an experienced rental agent. They know all the ins and outs of letting a property.

There is a lot involved in renting out a property. You can do and find out a lot yourself, but this will cost you time and the chance of a (legal) error is lurking. A good rental agency pays for itself and takes all the worries out of your hands. Here are five advantages of a rental agent.

1. Knowledge of the market

The rental market in a large city like The Hague is constantly changing. A rental agent has a better overview of this than you can have. Moreover, he or she is more aware of the fluctuations in prices, so the broker can always provide you with up-to-date information.

2. Knowledge of real estate

A rental broker knows everything about real estate and can advise you on purchasing, maintenance and any renovations. Not every home is perfect for renting out and sometimes things will need to be adjusted. A rental agent has a trained eye and can advise you in that area as well.

3. Local knowledge is priceless

Even if you would live in the municipality of The Hague yourself, it is almost impossible to keep your finger on the pulse in all neighborhoods of the city. The rental agent can, after all, it is his or her profession. The surroundings are sometimes as important to some tenants as the house itself. Consider, for example, the facilities in the neighborhood and the distance to the business.

4. Advice on renting to expats

Expats are reliable tenants who are always looking for housing. You might want to know more about the possibilities of renting to expats. This is another area where you can get advice from your rental agent. Renting to expats requires a slightly different approach. You also have to deal with communication in another language and other interests. Always make sure that the language is not a barrier between you and your tenant.

5. Advice in case of problems

Are things not going as hoped with your tenant and are there problems with rent arrears or other (legal) issues? Even then you can expect a rental agent to be of service, thanks to the experience gained in other cases.

Hire a rental agent

Would you like to rent out your house in The Hague and surroundings? Then request an introductory meeting with HouseScout. We'll tell you how to rent out your house and what's involved. Furthermore, we can discuss the yield of the rental and the possibilities of outsourcing the management.