With OC Homes, you can trust that your property is in capable hands, backed by a track record of excellence and a commitment to delivering unparalleled service;
Established Since 2008: With a decade-plus of experience, OC Homes brings a wealth of industry knowledge and expertise to the table.
Award-Winning Agent: Recognised for excellence, OC Homes has received prestigious accolades, including the Gold Award in three categories for five consecutive years (2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 & 2023): Best Overall Branch of the Year, Best Sales Branch of the Year, and Best Lettings Branch of the Year.
E-Business of the Year 2023 Winner: Acknowledged for innovation and digital proficiency, OC Homes clinched the E-Business of the Year award at the NEWHAM Business Awards 2023.
Leading Customer Reviews: Currently ranked as No.1 in our local area on the UK's Largest Customer Review Website for the Property Industry, OC Homes boasts exceptional feedback from satisfied clients.
Highly Rated Google Reviews: Further validating our commitment to excellence, OC Homes garners high praise and commendations from clients on Google Reviews.
Extensive Online Presence: OC Homes maintains a substantial presence on all of the UK's top property portals, including Rightmove, Zoopla, Prime Location, and On The Market, ensuring unparalleled exposure for your property. Moreover, our listings enjoy Featured and Premium status on these portals, maximising visibility.
Cutting-Edge Marketing Tools: Leveraging virtual reality 360 tours and high-quality photography, OC Homes employs innovative marketing strategies to showcase your property's finest features effectively.
Comprehensive Floor Plans: Our meticulously crafted floor plans adhere to RICS International Standards and Land Registry compliance, providing potential buyers with comprehensive insights into your property's layout and dimensions.
Professional and Dedicated Team: At OC Homes, we pride ourselves on our professional, committed, friendly, and experienced team. Dedicated to sourcing the best possible buyer for your property, our team manages the sales process meticulously from start to finish, ensuring a seamless and stress-free experience for you.
ARLA Propertymark - The Association of Residential Lettings Agents: Member of the UK's foremost professional body for letting agents
Goodlord Rent Protection and Legal Cover: In association with the largest tenant referencing and specialist lettings insurance company
Tenancy Deposit Scheme: Authorised by the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government to provide tenancy deposit protection in England and Wales
LETTINGS ONLY | MANAGEMENT SERVICE | |
Unrivalled marketing exposure to source the best-quality tenants | ● | ● |
Obtaining tenant references quickly and comprehensively, including the Right to Rent checks | ● | ● |
Exclusive Rent Protection and Legal Expenses Service* | ● | ● |
Preparation of an ARLA Propertymark-approved Assured Shorthold Tenancy (AST) | ● | ● |
Pre-tenancy safety checks* | ● | ● |
Pre-tenancy clean & inventory check-in* | ● | ● |
Rental Collection/Payments with Automated statements and landlord communications via PayProp Owner App | ● | |
Access to Alto PropertyFile customer portal | ● | |
Utility management | ● | |
Tenancy Deposit Scheme (TDS) Registration (Deposit claim negotiation, compilation & submission) | ● | |
Compliance advice | ● | |
Dedicated Property Managers, and access to specialist property repairs & maintenance Platform (Fixflo) | ● | |
Keyholding service | ● | |
Arranging quotes, repairs & maintenance | ● | |
Access to a panel of vetted contractors | ● | |
24-hour emergency contractors | ● | |
Property inspections (Bi-Annually) | ● | |
Local authority licence application support* | ● | |
Managing the check-out process* | ● |
* Additional fees apply
Scale of Fees
(All fees are inclusive of VAT)
Our Services & Fees
Premium Management Service
18% (15% + VAT) of the monthly rent.
Includes:
- Tenant find and referencing
- Tenancy agreement preparation
- Rent collection
- Full property management
- Check-in Inventory
- Check-out Inventory
- Gas Safety Certificate
- Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR)
- Energy Performance Certificate (EPC)
Please note: Any remedial works or repairs identified within these reports are charged separately.
Standard Management Service
14.4% (12% + VAT) of the monthly rent.
Includes:
- Tenant find and referencing
- Tenancy agreement preparation
- Rent collection
- Full property management
Letting & Rent Collection Service
12% (10% + VAT) of the monthly rent.
Includes:
- Tenant find and referencing
- Tenancy agreement preparation
- Rent collection
- Monthly landlord statements
- Rent arrears monitoring
Let Only Service
9.6% (8% + VAT) of 12 months' rent, subject to a minimum fee of £900 (£750 + VAT).
Includes:
- Marketing of the property
- Accompanied viewings
- Tenant referencing
- Right to Rent checks
- Tenancy agreement preparation
- Collection of the first month's rent and tenancy deposit
- Move-in arrangement
Fee Payment Structure
Full Management Services
Management fees are payable in advance for the first six months from the tenancy commencement date. Thereafter, management fees are collected monthly in advance for the remainder of the tenancy.
Let Only Service
The Let Only fee is calculated using the equivalent of 12 months' rent at the agreed monthly rental amount. This is solely the basis on which our fee is calculated and does not represent a minimum tenancy term or require the tenancy to continue for 12 months.
The Let Only fee is payable in full upon the successful commencement of the tenancy and is earned once the tenant has signed the tenancy agreement and taken occupation of the property. The fee remains payable irrespective of the duration of the tenancy or any subsequent early termination.
TENANT FEES
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OTHER FEES IF APPLICABLE (All fees unless otherwise stated are inclusive of VAT): | OTHER FEES IF APPLICABLE (All fees unless otherwise stated are inclusive of VAT): |
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Tenancy Set-Up (Managed/Rent Collection properties only): £480 Section 13 Notice/Rent Review : £300 - managed properties / £600 - non-managed properties Preparing Inventory/Schedule of Condition: Studio: £150 / 1 Bedroom: £180 2 Bedrooms: £210 / 3 Bedrooms: £240 4 Bedrooms: £270 / 5 Bedrooms +: £300 Check Out: Studio: £130 / 1 Bedroom: £160 2 Bedrooms: £190 / 3 Bedrooms: £220 4 Bedrooms: £250 / 5 Bedrooms +: £280 Gas Safety Certificate: £120 plus costs / Boiler Service: £96 plus costs Energy Performance Certificate: £120 plus costs Electrical Installation Conditional Report Studio & 1 Bedroom: £240 2 Bedrooms & 3 Bedrooms: £280 4 Bedrooms & 5 Bedrooms: £320 Portable Appliance Test: £125 Hourly rate for other work: £75 per hour Pre-letting Regulation Check: £150 Deposit Dispute Charge: £300 Additional Property Inspections: £120 Property Licence Application: £500 (plus Local authority fee) Deposit Registration (Included if managed): £150 | Duplication and testing of extra keys: £5 plus costs Maintenance Repair Limit - UK Landlords: £200 Maintenance Repair Limit - Overseas Landlords: £500 Obtaining estimates and supervision of major works: 12% of the cost of work over £1000 Right to Rent Check (additional tenants only): £75 Court Appearance: £420 (OC Homes representative) Cleaning: Studio: £150 / 1 Bedroom: £200 2 Bedrooms: £250 / 3 Bedrooms: £300 4 Bedrooms: £350 / 5 Bedrooms +: £400 Rent Protection & Legal Cover: Rent PCM - £0.00 - £500: £425 with Nil excess / Rent PCM - £501.00 - £1000: £445 with Nil excess Rent PCM - £1001.00 - £1500: £460 with Nil excess / Rent PCM - £1501.00 - £2000: £480 with Nil excess Rent PCM - £2001.00 - £2500: £500 with Nil excess / Rent PCM - £2501.00 - £3000: £580 with Nil excess Rent PCM - £3001.00 - £10,000: 2.75% with Nil excess HMRC Return for Non-Resident Landlords: £145 p/p Vacant management: £200 International payments: £30 Anti-Money Laundering and Identification Check: £30 HM Land registry official copies: £15.00 |
How do we ensure our landlords are protected?
We are a registered member of the Propertymark Client Money Protection Scheme. This is a client money protection scheme to ensure your money is handled in the correct manner. Download a copy of our Propertymark Client Money Protection Certificate here.
To review our ARLA Propertymark Membership Certificate, click here.
To review Propertymark's Rules of Conduct, click here.