Firstly, let's get the facts you need to know out of the way before we get into the detail.

OK now you know you won't be wasting your time by reading further.

When a landlord rents out a property he/she needs to have an inventory that is attached to the tenancy agreement.  It details what is in the property and what state the property is in (decor wise, not structurally).  Both furnished and unfurnished rentals need an inventory.  The landlord and tenant both sign the inventory and then periodical checks are made to ensure everything is still in the property and that it is still in the state it was when first rented (given reasonable wear and tear).  When a tenant leaves the check is done again to ensure everything is still as it should be.  One property could, therefore, require 2, 3 or more inspections per year!  An average inspection costs £150.

Most landlords, and certainly most estate agents, do not have the time to do these checks.  With more and more properties being rented out the need for inventory clerks is growing rapidly.  This is where you come in.  You buy this guide today and by tomorrow you could be fulfilling a real need in your area.  Literally tomorrow!

Furthermore it is highly profitable.  The only resources you need are a pen, an inventory form (which we provide), a guide on how to do it (which we provide) and your own time.  Ideally you also need access to a PC and a camera, but these are not absolutely essential to start with.  Profit margins are therefore 99%.  Inventory companies are charging £150+ for the average house.  That's about two hours work.  £75 per hour!  If you don't believe me search for inventory clerks in Google and you can check for yourself.

For many years landlords simply didn't bother with inventories.  They held tenant deposits and could deduct any sum they felt was reasonable at the end of the tenancy for repairs.  In April 2007 the government introduced new legislation that required tenant deposits to be held by independent companies.  It is therefore now paramount that inventory reports are produced so that both tenants and landlords are protected.  As a result of this change, and also as a result of the increasing number of properties being rented out, there is a surge in demand for this service.

In this pack we include a guide on how to carry out the inspection, a form you can use and also advice on marketing your service.  We will include a sample letter you can send to estate agents in your area - they are the real cash cow!  Get on board with a couple of estate agents and you'll be away within days.  All you need to do is offer a reliable, professional and competitive service.  We will give you all the information you need to do just that.

To show you just how profitable this can be let me show you some figures.  Each inspection will take around an hour and a half.  The report takes 30 minutes to write or type up.  That's two hours per inspection.  Work 8 hours a day and you can do 4 jobs per day.  Charge on average £150 and that's £600 per day! Work 5 days a week and that could be as much as £3000 per week.  Per week!  You may be paid slightly lower from a lettings or estate agent, but hey you'll still be earning a sizeable income!

For £49 you get all you need to start your new business.  It's ready made. 

I guarantee that if you don't take up this opportunity now you will regret it when you start seeing adverts for the inventory clerk in your area.  This business is about to grow rapidly.  For just £49 you can jump on board right now.

The full guide will be sent to you electronically within 24 hours of receiving your payment.  By this time tomorrow you could be in business!

By now, most people who have read this far and who have at least a bit of entreprenurial spirit, will be thinking this is an interesting idea.  You're not wrong to think that.  There is no catch here.  Unlike most guides for businesses you already know what the idea is.  Unlike most guides for businesses you know exactly what you are going to be getting for your £49.  This is pretty much risk free.  The only risk you are taking is with the initial £49.  Thereafter you will only be wasting your time and effort if this doesn't work - remember there is no stock and no equipment to buy. 

Very, very few businesses can be started for just £49.  The average start-up cost for a franchise is £20,000.  Franchises essentially give you everything you need to start a workable business.  A proven business.  Well you can do the same for £49.  You get everything you need to start a workable business.  A proven business.

It would not surprise me if in a few months time someone starts to franchise this very opportunity.  Hey, who knows, it could even be you!

The economics of business is that where there is a need for a service, a service provider will prevail.  If there are landlords and landlord agents in your area then there is a need.  That need is currently growing rapidly.  Economics says that need will be filled by a service provider.  Let that be you!  If you turn this opportunity down now and see adverts for inventory services in a few weeks time, how will you be feeling?

Frequently asked questions

Don't you have to be qualified to do this?

No.

Don't you have to belong to the professional body - the Association of Independent Inventory Clerks?

No.  Although it is recommended in the guide that you do consider it once you have decided this is the business for you.  We recommend you use early profits to pay the relatively low fee.  It will help you to look a bit more professional, but it isn't  a requirement.

Don't you need to know about surveying?

Absolutely not.  You are not required to comment on the structure of the building - this will be in the disclaimer on your inspection report.  You are simply required to produce an accurate record of what is in the property and the condition of items and decor etc..