There is a lot to learn about letting property and whilst it’s perfectly possible for you to let and manage your own property you may prefer to use the services of an experienced letting agent. It may be advisable to use an agent until you are confident about doing it yourself or if you live a long way from your property and will find it hard to manage. It’s not always best to rely on friends or family to manage your property and could be asking for trouble. Letting a property is a considerable responsibility which only a committed landlord or experienced letting agent should take on. Don't do-it-yourself purely because an agent will not accept your property if it does not meet the basic letting regulations. You are taking big risks if you let a property which does not meet the basic requirements.