The most important factor when renting a property is choosing an agent that you can trust. Can you get property management for a cheaper monthly percentage? Quite possibly! Can you get the same level of service and professionalism for a cheaper monthly percentage? We believe this is very unlikely!

We are experts in residential lettings and property management in the Wigan and surrounding area and we have a very strong business relationship with our landlords so we know the importance of ensuring your property is in safe hands as well as providing you with fair and professional advice at all times.

We are an Independent Family Run Estate and Letting agent and we take huge pride in the services that we as a family provide, as well as the business and all members of the team. All members of staff are trained in all aspects of property letting and management and are also from the Wigan locality enabling them to offer their local knowledge which we also believe to be invaluable. If you are looking for a letting agent in Wigan that you can trust then we are the agent for you.

Whether you are new to property investment, thinking of renting your current residential home or looking to add to your portfolio, it is essential that you make the right choices to maximise your investment. Arrange your free no obligation appointment and we will happily offer you free advice on the best types of property, locations to buy and the types of investment that will bring you the higher yields as well as an honest and accurate valuation. We can also arrange to attend a property that you may be thinking of buying and provide you with our recommendations based on our years of experience and expertise.

When marketing a rental property in Wigan it is vital that landlords are sending the right message to the right people. In other words, your chosen agent is effectively targeting the right audience for your property. Sapphire Homes extensively market your property, minimise the void periods and maximise the property potential because our experience and performance speaks for itself. Our individual marketing strategy includes professional photography, a board with our brand and details clearly listed, listing on all the key property portals including social media, listing on our new bespoke website, high quality professional particulars, our new prominent Town Centre office with window sheets providing access to a lot of passing custom as well as regularly maintained databases providing you with immediate access to local high quality tenants via emails, sms alerts and phone calls to prospective applicants.

Once a potential tenant has been found for your property, Sapphire Homes and our chosen tenant referencing provider will complete an extensive assessment. Whether a professional applicant, student or company this service has been designed to minimise risks and to ensure that the tenancy goes smoothly. Rent Protection and Insurance Services are also available and we can advise you of these additional products and services.

There are two levels of service which is the fully managed service which ranges from 6% + VAT up to 10% + VAT and then we offer a tenant finding only service. The service that is best suited to your needs will ultimately depend of your experience in property letting and management and also the time that you can afford to dedicate to being a landlord.

Being a landlord holds many responsibilities and whether managed or tenant find only we will always provide you with the current safety legislations and advise you on the duty of care required. This can range from Gas Safety, Electrical Safety, Furniture and Furnishings Regulations, Smoke Detectors, Energy Performance Certification and the handling and Registration of the Deposit in a government approved scheme as per the Housing Act 1998 (amended 1996 and 2004).