Question 1

Can you help before I buy?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We can review a property from a lettings perspective before you commit, looking at likely rental demand, achievable rent, tenant profile and how straightforward the property should be to let and manage.

Question 2

Can you tell me whether a property is better suited to residential or fully serviced use?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We can give you our view based on the property, location, likely demand and expected management requirements. Fully serviced use can also depend on planning, lease, mortgage and local authority restrictions, so specialist advice may be required before proceeding.

Question 3

Do you manage the property after purchase?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Once you complete, we can help prepare the property for the rental market, find suitable tenants and provide ongoing Rent Collection or Full Management, depending on how involved you want to be.

Question 4

Can you estimate likely rent or income?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We can provide an estimated residential rental value based on the property, location, condition and current market demand. Where appropriate, we can also discuss potential income under alternative letting strategies.

Question 5

Is this page only for large investors?

Accepted Answer

No. We work with everyone from first-time landlords purchasing their first investment property to experienced landlords with growing portfolios. The advice can be tailored to your experience, objectives and level of involvement.

Question 6

Can you help with portfolio growth planning?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We can help you assess prospective properties from a rental and management perspective and consider how they could fit alongside your existing portfolio. For specialist financial, mortgage or tax advice, we would recommend speaking to the appropriate professional adviser.

Question 7

What is the best first step?

Accepted Answer

Speak to us before you commit to a purchase. Send us the property details or listing and we can give you an initial view on rental potential, demand and the most suitable letting strategy.

Question 8

Can you help if I have already found a property?

Accepted Answer

Yes. You don't need to be at the beginning of your search. If you've already found a property, send us the details and we can review its likely rental value, local demand and suitability as a rental investment before you proceed.

Question 9

Do you help source investment properties?

Accepted Answer

We can make landlords and investors aware of suitable opportunities that come through our network and can discuss the type of property you're looking for. Availability will vary, so we don't guarantee that we will always have an appropriate investment opportunity available.

Question 10

Which areas do you advise on for investment property?

Accepted Answer

Our core focus is London. We can advise on rental demand and letting strategy across a wide range of London locations, drawing on our experience managing and letting properties across the capital.

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