AgentHMO

AgentHMO™ operates as a dedicated marketplace within the United Kingdom, specializing in the buying and selling of Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMO) and co-living properties. The firm is headquartered in Clerkenwell, London EC1, positioning it within the proptech industry. Established in 2013, AgentHMO™ focuses on facilitating transactions for both individual HMO properties and extensive HMO portfolios nationwide. The company's core business involves connecting property owners and investors, aiming to streamline the sales process for these specific property types.

The company's mission is to assist HMO property owners and investors in maximizing their property value and successfully realizing that value through efficient transactions in various market conditions. AgentHMO™ envisions an open and transparent HMO marketplace, designed to enable the swift and straightforward buying and selling of HMO properties. This vision is supported by the firm's foundational experience; the company's team includes property developers with over a decade of experience, particularly in the HMO sector, providing an understanding of property development and transaction nuances specific to HMOs. AgentHMO™ offers a specialized approach to property sales, distinguishing itself from general real estate agents.

The firm provides access to an exclusive database comprising over 50,000 HMO landlords, investors, and buyers across the UK, ensuring properties reach a targeted audience. Additionally, the company can list properties on major portals such as Rightmove and Zoopla when required. The sales process begins with a comprehensive valuation, where the firm collects necessary details, collates them into a valuation document, and collaborates with the client to determine an optimal pricing strategy. This tailored service is particularly beneficial for landlords and developers who may have encountered difficulties selling their portfolios through conventional local agents.

The firm demonstrates substantial experience and scale within the HMO market. AgentHMO™ has been in business for over 10 years and has facilitated over a thousand successful HMO transactions. The company has valued more than 2,800 HMOs and has collaborated with over 1,000 HMO clients. Their portfolio includes the sale of a single HMO with 60 beds and properties with an average value of £300,000, with the highest value HMO sold reaching £3,000,000.

The average time to agree a sale for properties listed with AgentHMO™ is approximately 28 days. 5 million in HMO sales agreed in 2024 alone. Given AgentHMO™'s focus on HMO and co-living properties, its expertise extends directly to the UK's Purpose-Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) market. Co-living properties often share operational and investment characteristics with PBSA, including multi-occupancy models and a focus on rental yield for investors.

The firm's comprehensive understanding of HMO licensing, planning, and valuation, combined with its extensive network of specialized buyers and investors, positions it to serve the PBSA sector effectively. The company's experience in selling large-scale HMOs and portfolios is directly transferable to the sale and acquisition of student accommodation assets, which frequently operate under similar regulatory and market dynamics.