The HMO Blog

Designing HMOs That Rent Themselves: How to Stand Out in a Competitive Market

By Mary and Andrew Osman | September 29, 2025 | Comments Off on Designing HMOs That Rent Themselves: How to Stand Out in a Competitive Market
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Photo by Elite Dwellings The HMO market is more competitive than ever. With rising supply in many cities, landlords can no longer rely on location…

How to Build Your Profile in the HMO Industry

By Andy Graham | September 22, 2025 | Comments Off on How to Build Your Profile in the HMO Industry
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Photo by Colony Living There are a number of things you can do to successfully build your profile in the HMO industry. Doing this effectively…

Managing Your HMO: Letting Agent or Self-Management?

By Jane Scroggs | September 15, 2025 | Comments Off on Managing Your HMO: Letting Agent or Self-Management?
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Photo by FM Properties If you’re running HMOs, sooner or later you’ll face the big question: Do I keep paying a letting agent, or do…

How to Master Financial Management in Your Property Business

By Andy Graham | September 8, 2025 | Comments Off on How to Master Financial Management in Your Property Business
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Photo by Colony Living Are you managing the finances of your property business effectively? This is so important, because if you’re not keeping track of…

Building Your Power Team and Avoiding Delays in the Mortgage Process

By Ellie Broadhurst | September 1, 2025 | Comments Off on Building Your Power Team and Avoiding Delays in the Mortgage Process
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Photo by Hayhurst Estates This month, I’d like to talk about your power team and how having the right people around you can help avoid…

From Empty to Occupied: Fixing Your Lettings Funnel

By Jane Scroggs | August 25, 2025 | Comments Off on From Empty to Occupied: Fixing Your Lettings Funnel
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Photo by Wilson Finch Properties Let’s talk about empty rooms. Why? Because they’re a constant headache amongst HMO landlords. They don’t just cost you money. They…

Sustainable Design Isn’t a Trend—It’s a Responsibility

By Mary and Andrew Osman | August 18, 2025 | Comments Off on Sustainable Design Isn’t a Trend—It’s a Responsibility
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Photo by Elite Dwellings In the property world, “sustainability” often gets treated like a buzzword—a nice-to-have feature that can be marketed to attract tenants. But…

A Guide to Investing in Professional HMOs

By Andy Graham | August 11, 2025 | Comments Off on A Guide to Investing in Professional HMOs
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Photo by Dragon Property In recent years, demand has been strong for co-living rental properties. With the cost-of-living remaining high, more and more young people are…

What To Consider Beyond Interest Rates

By Ellie Broadhurst | August 4, 2025 | Comments Off on What To Consider Beyond Interest Rates
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Photo by Urban Island Property While interest rates continue to dominate the headlines, they are only one piece of the puzzle when choosing the right…

Design Inspiration For HMOs: Lessons From Around The World

By Mary and Andrew Osman | July 28, 2025 | Comments Off on Design Inspiration For HMOs: Lessons From Around The World
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Photo by Elite Dwellings One of the best things about being a designer is the license to observe. When I travel, I’m not just taking…