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Our fees

Clear, upfront fees for selling, letting, renting and auctions.

Selling

Our sales fees are tailored to your property and the level of service you choose, and are confirmed in writing at your valuation before you sign anything. There are no upfront marketing costs. Call your local branch or book a free valuation for a quote.

Landlord fees

ServiceEx VATInc VAT
Tenant Finder with Set Up & Management£375*£450*
Tenant Finder only£475*£570*
Management (per month, of rent collected)11.33%13.60%
Property inspection£82.50£99
End of lease sign-out and inspection£82.50£99
Energy Performance Certificate£100£120
Gas Safety CertificatePrice varies, please ask

*Charged once at the start of the tenancy. Client money protection: Propertymark CMP. Redress: The Property Ombudsman. Deposits protected with mydeposits.

Tenant fees

Holding deposit1 week's rent
Security deposit5 weeks' rent, or 6 weeks' where annual rent is £50,000 or more
Changes to the tenancy at your request£50 inc VAT, or reasonable costs if higher
Early termination at your requestThe landlord's reasonable costs
Lost keys or security devicesReasonable cost of replacement
Late rent (over 14 days)Interest at 3% above Bank of England base rate

Auction fees

Buyer reservation fee4.5% of the purchase price, minimum £6,600 inc VAT
Auction legal pack (seller)£495
Withdrawal within 60 days£360 on 21 days' notice
Withdrawal after 60 daysNo charge on 14 days' notice