Rent & Legal Protection

Rent and legal protection is a policy that a landlord can have in place that could save them a small fortune if they need to rely upon it. As a landlord it comes as no surprise that the way the legal system works looks more favourably on the tenant than it does them and with that in mind we at Votta feel rent and legal cover is an absolute necessity for anyone renting property in the modern age.
What does it cover?
In purchasing rent and legal cover you get huge peace of mind when renting out your properties. You get cover for legal expenses as standard, rent protection in the event of a tenant defaulting and any other legal costs you may face in order to get possession such as costs for eviction. Its also another tax deductible allowance so financially it makes a lot of sense.
Why should I take out rent and legal cover?
Forgetting Covid 19, A tenant could default for a number of reasons whether it be losing a job, ill health or quite simply they have become difficult and feel that the contractual obligation they have signed within their tenancy agreement isn’t a priority anymore. whatever the reason you as a landlord need to have your ducks lined up because the cost of eviction, coupled with the time it takes to reach court and the arrears themselves could mount up into the thousands. Many landlords over the years have been financially decimated due to the actions of a tenant, therefore the saving grace in the the potential eventuality of a tenant defaulting gets taken under the wing of your rent and legal policy and mitigates that loss exponentially. The cost of a rent and legal policy for the entire year in most cases is a fraction of the monthly rent so the real question is not can you afford to have it but can you afford not to?
What if i risk it and go without?
You could do and it may all work out just fine but Imagine having to consult a solicitor to get possession of your property on your own, then getting the necessary paperwork together required by them to act on your behalf, then covering the cost for each consultation as well as the work itself. Already you are a few hundred pounds out of pocket, that’s before further losses of rent and the whole eviction process. With rent and legal cover this is all encapsulated by your policy with the agent who will handle the paperwork and liaise with the appointed legal representative on your behalf.
For further information on rent and legal cover please do speak with one of the team at Votta. Email Lettings@votta.co.uk or call 01843 262045 option 2.

We really appreciated his patience and attention to detail, and we felt well looked after as a family. It was a pleasure working with him, and we’re very happy in our new home.
Highly recommend Courtney and Votta Sales & Lettings to anyone looking for a smooth and reliable service.
Courtney went above and beyond with his service and was able to hold everything together when there were delays with solicitors. Nothing was too much trouble for which l am very appreciative of.
Many thanks Courtney.
On top of being excellent at his job, he’s approachable, reliable, and has been a pleasure to deal with. I couldn’t recommend him highly enough, along with Votta Sales & Lettings.
Regards
Andy and Jane Woolley
There were a couple of hiccups at the beginning of the tenancy and Courtney kept me informed at every step, sorting things out immediately. I can confidently recommend Votta and am reassured that they will be managing the tenancy.
Thank you so much 🙂
Only negative is that Canopy took me 2 hours to complete. Horrible experience!
However, Votta completely exceeded our expectations, and made the entire process smooth and stress-free.
From the initial consultation with David, he, Kylie and the team put us at ease. Their friendly and honest nature felt more like supportive friends guiding us and explaining every step through the process.
They offered practical advice on small changes we could make to maximize our home's appeal, drawing on their expertise and helpful resources, such as their detailed blog on staging for photos.
They patiently answered every question we had, no matter how trivial they might have seemed (and there were many!), making us feel comfortable and confident.
We never felt like just a number; they treated us like valued clients and were genuinely invested in helping us achieve the best possible outcome. It felt like they were truly right there with us, every step of the way.
If you're looking for an estate agency that provides personalized support and makes you feel like you're in safe hands, we wholeheartedly recommend Votta.
5* treatment always from David and Kylie.
Highly recommend
His team made a stressful situation bearable.
David keeps well up to date with the constantly changing policies and complex systems of dealing with the courts
Great empathy
In particular, Kylie has been phenomenal in helping us navigate paperwork and has been on the other end of the phone whenever we have had queries.
We’d like to extend our gratitude to both Votta Sales & Lettings as well as Kylie for all of their help and guidance, we are extremely excited to move in to our new tenancy.
The property we rented is freshly renovated and well-maintained, and it’s clear that Votta Sales & Lettings takes pride in offering high-quality homes. Kylie and Tamara were always responsive and quick to address any concerns or issues, ensuring everything ran smoothly.
I highly recommend Votta Sales & Lettings to anyone looking for a reliable and trustworthy letting agency. Kylie and Tamara truly care about their clients and provide top-notch service!
We were were very happy in all of our dealings with Votta from viewing (on Stephen's day off) to contracts, moving in information package and follow up support. They found us a beautiful property that we hope to be in a for a few years.
Thank you Stephen and Sam and all the team
Stephen was incredible, he was so helpful and considerate, he eased any anxiety we had being first time renters! Samantha is absolutely amazing, any concerns, queries or issues you have she is always there to help and gets things sorted so well, she always goes above and beyond! Could not fault votta or the service they provide!
To break it down:
There was an electrical fire caused by a leak.
The boiler broke down about a week into living at the property.
A radiator burst.
The shower didn't have hot water for months.
The shower leaked and destroyed the wall below.
The paintwork done prior to moving in left paint droplets everywhere.
It took them over a week to find alternative accommodation for us after the fire.
They promised us they would pay for a cattery for our cats post fire and then went back on this.
Anyway the owner of Votta pathetically asked me to change my review to five stars and post this review...
Yeah his head is very far up his rear end.
"My family and I moved into our house in Dover earlier this year and we were plagued with issues. This property had never been rented before and since moving in there were numerous repairs that cropped up. Despite the issues we had we could not fault the team at Votta, from the moment Stephen showed us the property through to move in, especially Samantha who went above and beyond to not only respond to every email and phone call within a timely manner but when a fire broke out in the house she was on hand to contact the landlord and contractors to arrange repairs as soon as possible and not only that, helped us get the accommodation for my family and my pets. This is something no agent is contracted to do for tenants but they did it not only on our behalf but the behalf of the landlord who wasn’t responsive enough by our standards. We admit there were occasions where we were so frustrated by the situation and Samantha took the brunt of that but maintained professionalism at all times despite the anxiety we undoubtedly caused her, however she put us above any other tenant or landlord on their books and selflessly spent hours on the phone to the insurance company, landlords, contractors and our temporary accommodation. There was nothing more we could have asked of Samantha in a time that was incredibly stressful for everyone.”
We were aware that he had started his own agency, so when we needed a letting agent we went straight to Votta Sales and Lettings. They provide a first class service, explaining how they will market the property , their fees and vetting processes. They move fast, getting the property marketed with stunning photos and full description. They quickly found the perfect tenants for our properties. The inventory they provide is extensive leaving no doubt as to the condition of the property when the tenants take possession. The whole process when letting a property with Votta Sales and Lettings is professional and stress free from start to finish.
From start to finish, Stephen hit the ground running,working tirelessly with excellent communication along the way, getting above market rate through his excellent negotiation skills whilst also making the process very seamless which I appreciated. Stephen is very honest and something every landlord appreciates knowing that their property manager has their best interests in mind.
I highly recommend Stephen to any investor looking at seeking a solid, professional property manager and protecting their investment.
Paul arranged for photos to be taken quickly after our initial meeting and a few days later we had sold our house. Paul was extremely flexible when it came to arranging phone calls and visits to the property - as we both work late we thought we would have to restrict everything to weekends but Paul made everything fit with our work schedules during the week. Nothing seemed like too much trouble.
Our sale ended up taking a lot longer than needed but throughout the whole process, Paul was brilliant. We definitely made the right choice in going with Votta and would 100% recommend them. Thank you so much Paul!
This team proves to be very reliable and we want to thank you for all your help so far.
Kelly and Digger x
Paul was always cheerful and positive, even at the stressful moments and he handled the situation in a calm, polite snd effective manner.
I would really recommend using this agent.. they care about the person, supporting and guiding through what is considered to be one of the most stressful events one would experience in life.
Thank you so much Paul for your support and fir making the journey a more pleasant experience.
Janet
From the viewing to signing the last piece of paper work it was simple and easy … Stephen was there every step of the way and answering my endless questions without a fault.
I would highly recommend Votta sales company and working with Stephen especially if you are finding your first home!
When we viewed our property we loved it straight away but could also tell we were in good hands with finally an honest and professional estate agent. You can’t even compare other local big name estate agents to the experience you have with Votta.
Everything they’ve done so far has been perfect and the property we’ve moved into is of really good rental standards. (It actually looked better in person than in the photos).
On the day of our move we had a few problems which were managed under pressure very very well by Stephen and the team. We were extremely stressed about getting the keys on time but they ensured this happened.
Couldn’t recommend more! Best customer service from an estate agent we’ve had in 6 years of renting.

Anyone looking for a competent, knowledgeable and honest team to walk them through a sales or buying process will be hard pushed to find another agent that match Votta.
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