Welcome to HMO Advice Group
The most comprehensive HMO service in the UK for private and professional landlords, property and block management companies and investors.
Unlike the “competition” we don’t just licence a property for you, we offer management and look after your bottom end. We can also complete the conversion works (fire doors, fire alarm systems) and we also source high yield (6-10+% ROI) properties to investors.
We cover the full spectrum of your HMO needs:
- Mandatory, Additional and Selective Licensing
- The most comprehensive HMO Management service with multiple contract options
- HMO Conversion with Space Optimisation and advice on maximising ROI
- Commercial HMO Conversion and Planning with optional full Management
- HMO Planning Application for Article 4 areas
- Sui Generis HMO Planning Application (Large HMO 6+ tenants)
- Fire Risk Assessment
- HMO wireless and wired fire alarm system and fire door installation, internal structure modification, kitchen and bathroom upgrade
- Investment advice for private and corporate investors on high yield fully managed HMO’s (6-10+% ROI) – we source, convert, licence and manage the property for you
The members of our team have decades of HMO experience between them. We have managed 500+ HMO’s in the last ten years, licensed and converted several hundred more for our clients. There is simply no match for our broad experience in the HMO sector nationwide.
Call us now on 020 3950 8834, click the links to our departments or use the contact form to see how we can help you.
HMO Licensing and Planning
Unlike most licensing companies we don’t just licence your property, we licence it by looking after your bottom end. That is because, unlike the others we run HMO’s ourselves, in excess of 500 properties in the last ten years, and we understand, not just the legal requirements but how to fit a specific property within those requirements to maximise your ROI, without compromising the tenants’ living standards.
Sounds simple, isn’t it? Well, it is not. But we have all the experience and expertise to make it happen.
We always visit the properties we are instructed for to make a personal assessment, looking for the same standards as the council do. We check all the legalities, standards and fire safety measures, and provide you with a full report.
We also provide you with a Fire Risk Assessment which is a legal obligation for all HMO’s
We assist you with planning in Article 4 areas and for large HMO’s.
But it is our space optimisation service which truly sets us apart, increasing your ROI in the process.
For more information please visit our HMO Licensing website.
Complete HMO Management
If you are a private landlord, a property investment group, or a multi property landlord that wants to substantially advance your annual ROI to double figures then we can make this happen for you!
We will take care of all your property management! Whether it’s tenant issues/ rent collections/ evictions/ re-lets and maintenance to all legal matters and any necessary alterations to create the perfect HMO – we will take care of it! We will propel your earnings to another level that you may not have even though possible!
Our level of expertise is such that it will cost you nothing or very little for us to achieve a double figure annual ROI – where else is this possible these days?
Are you already an HMO landlord but don’t fancy managing it? Are you part of an investment group that needs your block of HMO’s managing? Or do you want to convert a commercial building to a thriving HMO and have it managed?
Unlike any other HMO management company, we offer several contract options to our Landlords.
Every property is unique, and depending on your individual circumstances you can choose the most suitable option to you.
1: Guaranteed monthly rent regardless of occupancy – peace of mind of a fixed rent every month.
2: Guaranteed base rent plus profit share – becoming business partners to work together to achieve higher gains.
3: Traditional management with a percentage of rent paid as management fee. *
*Our fees are individually negotiated to each property
**There are contractual CPI rent increases and option to switch contract option annually.
For more information please visit our HMO Management website.
Complete HMO Conversion Service
Maximise Your Property’s Potential
At HMO Conversion, we specialise in converting ordinary properties and commercial buildings into high-yielding Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs). Our expert team, coupled with skilled tradespeople, delivers comprehensive HMO conversion services tailored to your property’s unique characteristics and investment goals.
We understand that converting a property into an HMO is a complex undertaking that requires careful planning, execution, and a deep understanding of the regulatory landscape.
We specialise in transforming properties into profitable HMOs, adhering to all legal and regulatory requirements.
Our feature service is Space Optimisation.
We meticulously assess your property to identify opportunities for creating additional bedrooms and space. By converting living rooms, lofts, or other suitable spaces, we maximise your property’s capacity and rental income. This is a complex procedure, not only because as any new space has an effect on the whole property, like adding a sixth bedroom requires a whole different kitchen set up, but you also need to consider your tenants living standards and the rentability of the rooms.
Having managed 500+ HMO’s we are the only licensing and conversion company who fully understands this concept.
For more information please visit our HMO Conversion website.
HMO Investment
A unique service for investment landlords and corporations to invest in property in England for an unmatched 6-10+% ROI. Excluding one- and two-bedroom properties, any larger flat or house could potentially become a HMO. Narrowing it down to a suitable location, avoiding Article 4 areas and certain neighbourhoods we’ll be left with about 20% of property stock. This is the easy part.
The real magic is to use Space Optimisation planning and find those gems which will be highly profitable and give convenient living space and standards for the tenants at the same time, guaranteeing straightforward management and few problems.
This is what we do, find the top 1% potential property within your budget, convert and licence it to an HMO and manage it for you typically on five to ten years contract. Normally with the ten years option you can expect to have 100% of your gross investment returned, including the purchase price, stamp duty, conversion and licensing costs.
For more info please visit our HMO Investment website.
Let HMO Advice Group work with you to ensure your property becomes a thriving HMO.
Contact us today for a free consultation. Our experts will assess your property, discuss your investment goals, and provide a tailored plan to maximise your return on investment.
HMO Advice Knowledge Hub
What is a HMO?
A HMO is basically a ‘house in multiple occupation’. In other words, it is a complete house/flat that is let to 3 tenants or more who are:
- Forming 2 or more households*
- Sharing a kitchen, bathroom and/or toilet
Do I require a HMO Licence?
Whether a HMO licence is required for a property varies between councils and depends on whether your relevant local council operates an additional licensing scheme.
Our HMO Guidance Service could be the perfect solution for you.
HMO Fire Risk Assessment
Our HMO-specific assessments will give you the best possible guidance on fire safety for your property, and we only advise reasonable and practical upgrades.
Our accredited fire officer will visit your property to complete a comprehensive assessment, surveying your properties compliance with fire safety regulations.
How can I get a HMO License?
Obtaining a HMO Licence is a 4-step process involving:
- Assessment of Your Property According to Your Local Authority’s Standards
- Licence Application
- Upgrading Your Property Where Required
- Signing Off
What happens if I fail to apply for a HMO Licence?
Failure to obtain a HMO licence is a punishable offence and may result in prosecution with potentially serious penalties and sanctions.
You can find more detailed information on the possible consequences of failing to obtain a licence by clicking button below.
Areas Covered
HMO Advice can assist HMO landlords across the entire UK with their HMO licence application while ensuring full HMO compliance for their property.
Click the button below to see notable locations we cover.
What is a HMO?
A HMO is basically a ‘house in multiple occupation’. In other words, it is a complete house/flat that is let to 3 tenants or more who are:
- Forming 2 or more households*
- Sharing a kitchen, bathroom and/or toilet
Do I require a HMO Licence?
Whether a HMO licence is required for a property varies between councils and depends on whether your relevant local council operates an additional licensing scheme.
Our HMO Guidance Service could be the perfect solution for you.
How can I get a HMO License?
Obtaining a HMO Licence is a 4-step process involving:
- Assessment of Your Property According to Your Local Authority’s Standards
- Licence Application
- Upgrading Your Property Where Required
- Signing Off
What happens if I fail to apply for a HMO Licence?
Failure to obtain a HMO licence is a punishable offence and may result in prosecution with potentially serious penalties and sanctions.
You can find more detailed information on the possible consequences of failing to obtain a licence by clicking button below.
HMO Fire Risk Assessment
Our HMO-specific assessments will give you the best possible guidance on fire safety for your property, and we only advise reasonable and practical upgrades.
Our accredited fire officer will visit your property to complete a comprehensive assessment, surveying your properties compliance with fire safety regulations.
Areas Covered
HMO Advice can assist HMO landlords across the entire UK with their HMO licence application while ensuring full HMO compliance for their property.
Click the button below to see notable locations we cover.
Still have questions?
Or maybe you have decided that you want to find out how to work with us to ensure your HMO property is compliant. Just call us, use the messaging function on this website or fill out this simple form.
For immediate, professional advice call us now on 020 3950 8834
We are a family run business that guarantee to legalise your property while maximising your rental returns. Unlike others in the business who primarily have engineering or fire safety background only, we are also HMO landlords ourselves.
Furthermore, through our head company we successfully manage hundreds of HMO’s all around London and the UK with nearly a thousand residents.
Should you own an HMO property and wish to make it compliant, licensed, maximising you revenue within the legal limits, or considering converting a current family-rented property to an HMO to increase your yield, or you are looking to buy one or more properties with the view of turning them to HMO’s and you want to know upfront your expenses, property limitations, possible yield and ways to increase it before making a (potentially very costly) decision – no one can give you a more detailed, landlord focused advise for your complete peace of mind.
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We present a unique service for HMO landlords in London and throughout the UK. Our experts can guide you in the right direction to ensure correct licenses are in place for all HMO properties.
For more detailed information and/or to discuss your specific needs, please do not hesitate to call our representatives on 020 3950 8834 today.
