What we offer
SYZO charges a straightforward percentage of your gross rent. Unlike other property management companies, we don't mark up contractor invoices or add hidden fees. What you see is what you pay.
We're transparent because we have nothing to hide. Investors save money with us because we prevent problems before they cost thousands.
our hmo services
Different to you traditional letting agent, we're HMO operators who handle everything:
Lettings & hmo Management
Complete hands-off management of your existing HMO properties.
Property Maintenance
In-house maintenance team with decades of experience.
Asset Management
Helping you understand the true cost of operating your building.
hmo portfolio builder
End-to-end support to expand your portfolio - from sourcing to tenanting.
Lettings & hmo property management
You own hmo properties.
we run them.
Cost: 12%-16% (+VAT) of rent collected.
No setup fee. No hidden extras.
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Multi-channel advertising across major portals including SpareRoom. Proactive lead handling using market leading AI vetting as well as virtual and physical viewings to minimise voids.
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We set and adjust rents to prevailing market rates using live demand data. Regular reviews to optimise occupancy and income. Implemented by default unless you instruct otherwise.
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AI-powered vetting using our proprietary questionnaire to produce a ‘rentability’ score so only high-quality applicants progress. Comprehensive referencing via Canopy including Experian credit history, ID checks, affordability and income verification with Open Banking, and rent payment history. Consolidated decision report for every applicant. A final face-to-face with applicants to check suitability ensures quality tenants.
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Initial checks for all occupiers. Follow-up checks for time-limited rights as required for fully-managed tenancies.
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Guarantors arranged where required. We offer Reposit as a deposit-alternative option that provides landlords up to 8 weeks' rent protection versus a standard 1 month rent deposit. This benefits both tenants and owners; tenants pay a low ‘deposit’, owners get more coverage.
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SYZO issues its own compliant ASTs, manages e-signing and protects deposits in government-authorised scheme (DPS) or via Reposit. Complete inventories are completed at check-in at no extra cost. Keys handed over including individual room access.
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Responsive tenant communications. Proactive community building. Rent chasing and arrears management. Quarterly inspections with follow-up actions tracked via our property management system.
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We schedule and track gas safety, EICR, EPC and fire alarm certification. Invoices passed through at cost with evidence retained on file.
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For bills-included HMO properties, SYZO can consult on utility management and help switch suppliers to improve value or service.
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Rents collected into our Client Money account (CMP-protected) and remitted to you once a month with monthly owner statements.
hmo property maintenance
Transparent hourly rates.
absolutely no surprises.
Standard maintenance: £35 (+VAT) per hour
Out-of-hours/emergency: £70 (+VAT) per hour
Materials & consumables: Cost only, no markup
Any retained maintenance float or reserve is managed transparently with all transactions documented and available to you.
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We deploy our in-house maintenance team for day-to-day repairs, proactive checks and general upkeep. Where specialist works are needed, we instruct approved subcontractors and manage them directly to ensure works meet SYZO standards.
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All subcontractors are drawn from SYZO's approved contractor list. Each is fully insured, appropriately qualified and regularly reviewed. We don't use client-nominated contractors to maintain consistency of quality and accountability.
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Tenants have instant 24/7 access to raise maintenance issues, which are automatically triaged and prioritised for faster response times. All requests are captured in a single system to ensure nothing is missed, improving communication and transparency between tenants and our team.
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Regular inspections and preventative maintenance to identify early issues before they escalate. Routine property condition checks, systems testing and general upkeep in line with our monthly maintenance schedule.
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Where urgent issues pose an immediate risk to safety or property, SYZO will instruct repairs without prior consent. Out-of-hours works charged at £70 + VAT per hour with materials charged at cost.
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All maintenance works logged and tracked within the SYZO system. You can access records of completed works, materials used and any follow-up required to ensure compliance with all relevant safety and housing standards.
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For non-urgent repairs exceeding an agreed cost threshold, we seek approval from you before proceeding. Where a maintenance float is held, SYZO may draw funds from rental income to maintain the agreed reserve.
portfolio builder
want to expand your hmo portfolio?
we’ll help you do it right.
We can help you find the right properties, get them set up to SYZO standards, then manage them properly from day one.
The cost: We’ll give you a clear cost estimate before you commit. depending on scope and property requirements.
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Market analysis in target areas, identification of suitable opportunities, yield projections and risk assessment.
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Property viewings, due diligence coordination, survey management and legal process guidance.
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Design to SYZO standards, project management, vetted contractor coordination, budget management and quality control.
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Professional fit-out, energy-efficient upgrades, safety compliance and licensing support.
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Marketing strategy, tenant sourcing, move-in coordination and seamless transition to ongoing management.
Where your money goes
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What you're paying for
Rigorous tenant vetting that keeps occupancy +96%
Proactive maintenance that prevents expensive emergencies
Compliance management that protects you from legal issues
Professional standards that let you charge premium rents
Systems that make everything run smoothly
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What you save on
Emergency repairs - catching issues before they become a problem
Void periods - our average void period is 1 day
Bad tenant costs - we only place vetted high-quality tenants
Compliance fines - we track everything to stay ahead of changes
Your time - we do the hard work, you take the returns
how we take over
1 - Initial call
We understand your properties, current challenges and what you need. No pressure, just honest conversation about whether we're the right fit.
2 - Property assessment
We review your properties, current setup and opportunities for improvement. You get a clear picture of what's working and what isn't.
3 - Proposal
We give you a tailored package with all SYZO management costs upfront. A competitive fee. £35 + VAT per hour maintenance. Nothing is hidden and everything is in writing.
4 - Transition
We handle the handover including tenant communication, document transfer and system setup. You're involved as little or as much as you want.
5 - SYZO management
We take over completely, from tenant management and property maintenance to compliance and reporting. You do literally nothing except review monthly reports and watch your yields improve.
6 - higher returns
Better tenants stay longer. Proactive maintenance costs less. Higher occupancy means more income. Professional management means better yields.
common questions
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Most landlords don't realise how much poor management costs with things like void periods, emergency repairs, tenant turnover and compliance issues. Our average landlord sees yields increase within the first year simply through better occupancy and proactive maintenance.
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Yes. Most agents charge 10-15% but don't include what we do. When you add their extra fees for inventory, inspections, tenancy renewals and emergency callouts, you're often paying 15-18%. Our 12% includes everything except materials.
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No. A competitive management fee. £35/hour maintenance. Materials at cost. And that's it. If there's ever an additional cost, you approve it first.
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We work nationwide. Our HMO services and systems travel - so if you own HMO properties anywhere in the UK, we can manage them.
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Usually within 2-4 weeks, depending on your current setup, and we make the transition as smooth as possible.
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We fix it because that's what you pay us for. Maintenance issues, tenant problems, compliance matters - we handle it all so you don't have to.
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No. Whether you own one HMO property or twenty, we bring the same professional HMO services and systems.
Ready to see what professional HMO services look like?
Let's talk about your properties without pressure or a sales pitch. Just an honest conversation about how SYZO can make your life easier while improving your returns.
SYZO investment options
We work with investors at different stages, but everyone wants the same outcome: reliable returns without the headaches.
Management takeover – Own HMO already? We'll apply the SYZO model to turn your underperforming assets into consistent earners. Most investors see immediate improvements in occupancy and yields
Portfolio build - The full experience. We source opportunities, acquire them, redevelop to SYZO standards, then operate them long-term. Your capital becomes a hands-off income stream.