Of course, you can manage your own property, but using a good letting agent represents excellent value for money.
Having access to a team of professionals who can collect your rent, be your main contact with your tenant, keep your property occupied and well-maintained and keep you abreast of the incoming legislation in our industry is extremely important.
Not to mention it frees you up to focus on doing what you want to do. It's also worth noting that your management fees are a tax-deductible expense.