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HMO investment excellence from acquisition to returns

Experience the promised yields from your HMO when you work with Kendall Bailey.

ARMCHAIR INVESTOR

The Kendall Bailey Armchair Investor Service provides a fully managed, end-to-end solution for investors looking for a genuinely hands-off approach. The service is designed for those seeking target net returns in the region of 10–15%, while investing capital in some of the UK’s strongest locations for long-term growth and stability.

We support you at every stage of the journey — from identifying the right investment opportunity and securing the deal, through to managing the property day to day and working to maximise performance over the long term.

100%

Landlord retention rate

4.6

Google rating

60

HMOs under management

OUR STRATEGY

1. Initial Consultation & Strategy Development

We take the time to understand your financial objectives, risk tolerance, and preferences. Based on these, we create a personalised investment strategy aimed at securing a high-yield HMO within 90 days.

2. Property Sourcing & Acquisition

Using our local knowledge and extensive network, we find the ideal property for your portfolio. Whether you’re targeting student HMOs in Leeds or professional house shares in Sheffield, we know how to secure the best deals.

3. Legal & Compliance

We manage all the legal work for you, including contracts, due diligence, and compliance with HMO regulations. This means no legal headaches for you.

4. Refurbishment & Compliance Checks

Properties often require refurbishment to maximise yield and appeal. We handle every aspect of the refurbishment process, ensuring the property is finished to the highest standards, and compliant with all legal and safety regulations.

5. Tenant Sourcing & Full Letting Service

We work quickly to secure Tenants for your property. Our rigorous vetting process ensures you have reliable, responsible Tenants, whether they are professionals, students, or a mix

6. Ongoing Management

Once your property is let, we manage everything from maintenance issues to rent collection and tenant communication. Our experienced team ensures a seamless management process, so you can focus on the returns.

RETURNS

Strong returns, trusted partnership

Building wealth through property doesn’t need to mean becoming a property expert or part-time landlord. Our investor services provide a complete solution for those looking for strong, sustainable returns from the Yorkshire HMO market.

With us, property income is genuinely passive!

PROCESSES AND TECHNOLOGY

Powered by refined processes

To end typical landlord headaches, we’ve developed innovative and streamlined processes to ensure nothing gets missed. Whether it’s for compliance updates and regulatory changes, financial reporting, or finding new market opportunities, our systems deliver consistent and stable returns while staying compliant.

PROPERTY

Unrivalled local HMO expertise

With strong local knowledge and extensive experience in HMO management, we understand what it takes to make a property perform well as an HMO. We provide considered advice on renovations that enhance rental value and appeal, source competitive quotes, and manage any works on your behalf.

COMPLIANCE

Complete peace of mind

HMO compliance is constantly evolving, and keeping up can be time-consuming. Our considered, day-to-day management approach is designed to keep you ahead of changes, with a strong understanding of local authority requirements and expectations.

FAMILY BUSINESS

Taking your investment from active to passive

As a family-run business, we’re able to remain agile and adapt our service around you. You can choose to be completely hands-off or share specific preferences — either way, we’ll shape our approach to suit how you want your investment managed.

While you retain ownership of the asset, our experienced team manages it with the same care and attention we’d give our own investments. This includes thoughtful financial optimisation, careful tenant sourcing to minimise void periods, and regular rent reviews — all designed to support strong performance while you enjoy a more passive return.