Very few tenants will rent a property without viewing it first, so you should make sure youre that the property is prepared and presentable. Furnishing a property does not absolutely guarantee that you will be able to charge more rent for it. In most cases you will be able to, but the difference is not as much on a monthly basis as you might expect. Having said that, some exclusive properties will almost be required to be furnished to an exceptional standard.

How long it will take to find a tenant depends entirely on the market and the demand for the type of property you are letting at the price at which you are offering it. One to three weeks is a normal length of time. Many properties are let much more quickly than this, some almost overnight, but you should neither expect this, nor depend on it financially.

Don't forget that referencing can take up to a week, even when you've found a tenant that seems suitable. It is possible to fast track the process, which means you should have them back within 48 hours, but this may cost you extra.