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HMO Due Diligence
HMO Due Diligence
Checklist
80+ checks across 6 sections — based on real HMO ownership experience, not spreadsheet theory. The same process I run on every deal that crosses my desk.
What's Inside
Six sections covering every stage of HMO evaluation — from first research to post-completion setup.
Pre-Offer Research
- Local demand & saturation checks
- Article 4 & licensing verification
- Market comparable analysis
Financial Analysis
- Purchase cost breakdown
- Realistic void rate calculation
- Return metrics & breakeven
Legal Checks
- Title & covenant review
- HMO licence transferability
- EPC & building control
Physical Inspection
- Room size minimums
- Fire safety provisions
- Conversion cost estimates
Operational Assessment
- Self-manage vs agent decision
- Tenant profile matching
- Compliance calendar setup
Post-Completion Setup
- Week 1 critical actions
- First month priorities
- Ongoing review cadence
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Christopher McCrow
Founder, Estate Plan
"I built this checklist from my own experience buying and managing HMOs across the South East. It's the same process I run on every deal — whether it's for my portfolio or a client's. I hope it saves you from the mistakes I've seen too many investors make."
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