Why More UK Landlords Choose Guaranteed Rent

Being a landlord in the UK isn’t always as passive as it sounds. Between finding decent tenants, covering unexpected void periods, and handling endless maintenance calls, it can feel more like a second job than an investment.

Over the past few years, a growing number of landlords — from small buy-to-let owners in London to portfolio holders in Birmingham and Manchester — have shifted to company lets. Why? Because they want reliable income and fewer headaches.

Here are five reasons why this approach is becoming the smart, modern choice for landlords up and down the country.

Steady Rent, Rain or Shine

In a traditional tenancy, a landlord’s worst nightmare is an empty house and no rent coming in. With a company let, the landlord signs a contract directly with a vetted company like Stay Well Solutions, not an individual tenant.

“If a landlord in Croydon leases a 3-bed house for £2,200 per month under a company let, they get that amount every month for up to 5 years — even if the company hasn’t placed a tenant yet.”

Longer Leases, Fewer Tenant Changeovers

Company lets typically run for 1 to 5 years, which means landlords don’t have to deal with the hassle (and cost) of marketing, viewings, and new tenant admin every 6–12 months.

“Many London landlords we work with have seen their void periods drop to zero once they switch to company lets.”

Professional Management Means Fewer Calls

No one enjoys a 10pm call about a leaking tap. With a company let, day-to-day tenant issues and maintenance are handled by the company. The landlord stays hands-off, but fully informed.

“One of our landlords in Sutton recently said, “I used to get calls for everything — lost keys, boiler checks — now I just get my rent and a quarterly inspection report. That’s it.”

Respectful Tenants !

Unlike short-term tenants or holiday lets, company lets are usually used by working professionals, corporate relocations, or families placed through trusted partners. This means stable tenants and properties kept in good condition.

Transparent Agreements — No Surprise Costs

With company lets, all costs and responsibilities are set out clearly upfront. No hidden fees, no surprise deductions, no chasing late rent. It’s straightforward — just as it should be.