Unlocking Full Market Rent – 3-Bed Home in Wanstead

Challenge:

A private landlord in Wanstead was reluctant to engage with local authority leasing. They had heard common concerns—reduced rent, inflexible agreements, and risk of property degradation. With the market shifting and a long-term tenant recently moved out, the landlord was unsure about their next step.

Solution:
Winslow Group stepped in to provide a clear, transparent proposal. We assessed the property's condition, carried out a compliance review, and worked closely with Redbridge Council to ensure the home met all required standards. Through our established relationship with the local authority, we were able to negotiate a lease agreement that honoured the landlord's request for full market rent.

Result:
A 3-year lease was secured at market value, with quarterly rent paid in advance. The landlord now enjoys guaranteed income without the stress of tenant management or voids. By bridging the gap between private landlord expectations and public sector needs, Winslow Group turned uncertainty into security.

✅ Market rent achieved through local authority
✅ 3-year lease with guaranteed income
✅ Fully compliant and professionally managed

Transforming a Problem Property – 6-Bed HMO in Ilford

Challenge:

This six-bedroom HMO in Ilford had been previously mismanaged by a local letting agent. The landlord discovered that rooms were being illegally sublet, resulting in overcrowding, compliance breaches, and reputational damage. After taking legal action to regain control, the landlord faced difficulty letting the property compliantly—and profitably.

Solution:
Winslow Group carried out a full audit of the property and advised on necessary compliance upgrades, including fire doors, alarm systems, and layout changes. While the local authority expressed interest, their offer fell below the landlord's expectations. Drawing on our wider network, we connected with a Home Office accommodation contractor seeking exactly this type of property.

Result:
A 4-year lease was secured with the Home Office partner, offering £1,000 more per month than the previous rent target. Winslow Group handled the compliance works, tenant onboarding, and provided full management—turning a once-troubled asset into a highly profitable and fully compliant investment.

✅ £1,000 monthly income increase
✅ 4-year secured lease with Home Office provider
✅ Complete HMO compliance support and management

Repurposing for Public Use – Vacant Hotel in Ruislip

Challenge:

A small, independently owned hotel in Ruislip had closed its doors during the pandemic and had remained vacant since. The landlord struggled to find a viable commercial tenant and was incurring mounting costs with no income. Meanwhile, the building's layout—multiple rooms with en-suite facilities—was being underutilised.

Solution:
Winslow Group proposed repurposing the hotel into emergency accommodation for a nearby borough facing urgent housing demand. We managed the transition end-to-end: obtaining planning consent, installing communal cooking and laundry facilities, and ensuring the entire building was brought in line with residential safety and fire compliance regulations.

Result:
The local authority approved a 12-month lease and began placing residents within two weeks of works completion. Due to the building's strong performance and reduced council overheads, the lease was renewed for an additional term. What was once a vacant liability is now a long-term, income-generating asset serving a meaningful community purpose.

✅ Vacant hotel converted into compliant housing
✅ 12-month renewable lease agreed with local council
✅ End-to-end management of conversion, compliance, and occupancy