Make profitable investment decisions. Our free assessment tool helps landlords evaluate rental yield potential, renovation costs, EPC requirements, and tenant appeal before purchasing.
Assess Your Investment PropertyInvestment properties require a different perspective than buying a home. It's about numbers, not emotions.
We help you estimate gross and net yields by factoring in purchase price, potential rent, and renovation costs.
Check if the property meets minimum EPC E requirements, and estimate costs to improve to the proposed C rating.
Compare renovation costs against rental increase potential. Some improvements pay back quickly, others don't.
EPC compliance is non-negotiable for landlords. Our assessment helps you understand current ratings and improvement costs.
If you're considering an HMO (House in Multiple Occupation), additional regulations apply. Check before purchase.
Single rooms must be at least 6.51m². Check each room meets minimum.
Fire doors, alarms, extinguishers, and escape routes required.
Mandatory licensing for 5+ tenants. Additional licensing schemes vary by council.
Large HMOs may need planning permission. Check Article 4 directions.
Major - most tenants won't consider. Budget £3-5k to install.
Compliance risk and harder to let. Costs vary by improvements needed.
Must fix before letting. Tenant health risk and legal liability.
Minor rent impact. Basic refresh (£500-1k) often sufficient.
Minor rent impact. Functional matters more than style.
Minimal - many tenants prefer low maintenance.
Our report includes cost estimates to help you calculate true returns after renovation.
We flag potential EPC and safety compliance issues that could affect lettability.
Document issues to justify below-asking offers. Evidence-based negotiations work.
Since April 2020, rental properties must have a minimum EPC rating of E (with some exemptions). The government has proposed tightening this to C for new tenancies from 2025, though implementation dates have shifted. Always check current requirements before purchasing.
Gross yields of 5-8% are considered good in most areas, though London yields are typically lower (3-5%) due to high prices. Net yield after costs should be 3-5%+ to be worthwhile. Calculate carefully including mortgage, management, maintenance, and void periods.
Properties needing work can offer better yields if you buy below market value. However, renovation costs eat into returns and delay rental income. Our assessment tool helps you estimate renovation costs to see if the numbers work.
HMOs (Houses in Multiple Occupation) require specific room sizes, fire safety measures, and often mandatory licensing. Check with the local council before purchase. Our assessment includes HMO-relevant checks.
Cosmetic issues matter less for rentals than sales. Focus on structural integrity, services, and tenant safety. Outdated kitchens reduce rent slightly but may not justify full replacement costs. Our tool helps prioritise what matters for rental returns.
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