It is always difficult to suggest to a prospective tenant just when is the best time to start to look for a home to rent. This is because the lettings market is, like all markets, subject to fluctuation. For instance at some times in the year you may only need 1 or 2 weeks to find a property to rent, but at others (Christmas for example) it may take a little longer. We would suggest you allow yourself at least 4 weeks to find the ideal property. Having said this our referencing system is so quick that even if you left it till the last minute we can potentially grant you the tenancy you require within 24 hours.

There are several ways to find the properties your are interested in viewing. You can locate them here on our website, via the numerous local newspapers we advertise with (Essex Chronicle for example) or of course you can use the property search engines such www.rightmove.co.uk or www.findaproperty.com. We can provide you with property details either by post, email or you can download them here from our website. To arrange viewings you should contact Crofters by Telephone, Fax or Email and advise us when you would you are free to view. Please allow as long as possible for us to make an appointment that suits you. We are able to offer appointments 6 days a week.

If and when you have seen the property and would like to apply for the tenancy we will be happy to supply you with the relevant forms. We usually ring you following your appointment to see what you thought of the property, your comments are useful to enable us to effectively market the property.