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Our Fees
No hidden charges. No surprises. Every fee is explained clearly before you instruct us so you can make an informed decision.
As a member of the Property Redress Scheme, we are required to publish our fees clearly and keep them up to date. Last reviewed: June 2025.
Sales Fee
Our sales fee is straightforward: a single percentage of the final agreed sale price, with no upfront costs and no charge if we do not sell. Everything you need to get your property sold is included.
For properties listed with us exclusively, we may be able to offer a reduced rate - ask us when you book your valuation.
What's included
- No-obligation market appraisal
- Professional photography & floor plans
- Listing on Zoopla & PrimeLocation
- Accompanied viewings
- Offer negotiation
- Sales progression to exchange & completion
- Regular market feedback & price reviews
- Dedicated point of contact throughout
Lettings Fees
Three levels of service to suit every landlord - whether you want us to find a tenant and hand back control, or manage everything from day one.
Tenant Find Only
8%of monthly rent
Min. £600
- Market appraisal & rental valuation
- Professional listing photography
- Listing on Zoopla & PrimeLocation
- Accompanied viewings
- Tenant referencing & credit checks
- Right to Rent checks
- Tenancy agreement preparation
- Deposit registration with DPS or mydeposits
Not included: Ongoing rent collection, Day-to-day management, Maintenance coordination.
Enquire →Rent Collection
10%of monthly rent
Min. £80/month
- Everything in Tenant Find
- Monthly rent collection & statements
- Rental arrears chasing
- Annual rent review
- Online landlord portal access
Not included: Day-to-day maintenance coordination, Property inspections.
Enquire →Full Management
13%of monthly rent
Min. £100/month
- Everything in Rent Collection
- 24/7 maintenance reporting & coordination
- Quarterly property inspections
- Inventory check-in & check-out reports
- Deposit dispute handling
- Renewal & re-let management
- Compliance checks (gas, EICR, EPC)
- Dedicated property manager
HMO Management
Houses in Multiple Occupation require a higher level of management than standard single-lets - multiple tenancy agreements, stricter compliance obligations, and far greater maintenance coordination. Our HMO management service is built specifically for this.
With 35+ years of experience and HMO specialists on the team, we keep your property legally compliant, fully tenanted, and hands-off for you.
What's included
- HMO licensing application & renewal support
- Multi-tenancy agreement management
- Room-by-room inventory reports
- Coordinated maintenance across all rooms
- Regular compliance checks (fire safety, EPC, EICR)
- Utilities & council tax advice
- Void room marketing & tenant replacement
- Monthly income statements per room
Tenant Fees
Under the Tenant Fees Act 2019, most fees charged to tenants are prohibited. We do not charge tenants admin fees, referencing fees, or any other unlawful charges. The only payments a tenant may be asked to make are those permitted by law.
| Permitted charge | Details |
|---|---|
| Holding deposit | Maximum 1 week's rent - refunded on successful move-in |
| Security deposit | Maximum 5 weeks' rent (annual rent under £50,000) |
| Rent | As stated in your tenancy agreement |
| Early termination (if requested by tenant) | Landlord's reasonable costs only |
| Lost keys / security devices | Reasonable cost of replacement |
| Late rent payment | 3% above Bank of England base rate after 14 days |
If you believe you have been charged an unlawful fee, you can report it to Trading Standards or the Property Redress Scheme.
Fee FAQs
Are your fees negotiable?
We price fairly from the outset and do not inflate fees expecting to discount. That said, for portfolio landlords or multiple instructions we are happy to discuss terms - give us a call.
What happens if the property doesn't sell?
We operate on a no sale, no fee basis for sales instructions. You only pay our fee upon successful completion.
Are there any additional charges for landlords?
Occasionally there are disbursements for third-party costs - for example, an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC), gas safety certificate, or EICR - if you do not have current ones. We will always ask before instructing any third party on your behalf.
Can tenants be charged admin or referencing fees?
No. Under the Tenant Fees Act 2019, charging tenants admin, referencing, or credit check fees is prohibited. We are fully compliant - the only charges tenants may incur are those permitted by law.
What is included in the HMO management fee?
HMO management is more complex than standard letting. It involves multiple tenancy agreements, room-by-room inventory, stricter compliance requirements, and higher maintenance coordination. Our fee reflects that level of service.
Questions about fees?
We'll always talk you through costs before we ask you to sign anything. Call us or book a valuation and we'll explain everything in plain English.