AN EVENT for new and existing landlords will take place in Andover later this month to help secure homes for households in need.

Test Valley Lettings, which is hosting the event, is part of Test Valley Borough Council and offers landlords a no-fee, hassle-free tenancy service. 

The services offered by Test Valley Lettings are customisable to meet individual needs and provide separate officers to support both landlord and tenant. It aims to create sustainable and long-lasting tenancies that work for landlords while providing a stable and happy home for an individual or family.

Richard Bowyer, a current landlord with Test Valley Lettings, said: "They are a good one-stop shop. They find the tenant, do the check-in, inventory, tenancy, payments and liaise with the tenant if there are any issues. It makes my job easier.”

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Cllr Nick Adams-King, housing and environmental health portfolio holder, said: “Test Valley Lettings aims to help prevent homelessness. The council has tenants waiting for all types and sizes of property, so if you think you could help a household in Test Valley find a home, please get in touch with Test Valley Lettings.”

The drop-in event will take place on Thursday, November 30, from 4pm to 7pm at the Guildhall in Andover. New and existing landlords are welcome.

There will also be tradespeople on hand to speak to and the opportunity to network with other landlords as well as have a chat with members of the Test Valley Lettings team and find out more about the services they offer.

Another open day is being held on Thursday, November 16 from 3pm to 6pm at the Crosfield Hall in Romsey.

If you can’t make the open day, get in touch with the team to find out more on TVL@testvalley.gov.uk.