HMO Feasibility Study

Find out if your property can become a profitable HMO.

Our Feasibility Study gives you clear answers, data and expert advice before you buy — so you can make smart investment choices with confidence.

168 projects commissioned96.5% planning approval rateAward winners 23/24
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£198incl. VAT · delivered in days
HMO Checker report (worth £15.99) included free
  • Planning and Article 4 checks
  • Conservation and density review
  • Bedroom layout and design options
  • Financial performance and yield
  • Key risks and next steps

No obligation · response within one working day

168
Projects Commissioned
10.5%
Average Property Yield
96.5%
Planning Approval Rate
72
Completed HMO's

Why a feasibility study

Avoid costly mistakes and invest with confidence.

Turning a house into an HMO is not simple — strict planning rules, Article 4 areas and high costs. Our study tells you whether your property is right for an HMO and whether it will bring good returns.

  • Planning and Article 4 checks
  • Conservation and density review
  • Bedroom layout and design options
  • Financial performance and yield
  • Key risks and next steps
High-end HMO interior by HMO Designers

Sample appraisal — Eastleigh

£620,000
End valuation
£5,550
Monthly rent
54.7%
Return on cash invested
9%
Gross yield

How it works

Our proven four-step process.

01

HMO Checker (free bonus)

Our smart system uses data to check planning likelihood, Article 4 and conservation status, bedroom potential, financial strength and nearby amenities.

Worth £15.99 — included free

02

Sketch scheme & viability

We review HMO standards and spacing, planning history, permitted development rights, waste and parking strategy, flood risk and density.

Design-led review

03

Financial appraisal

We calculate costs, rental income and returns so you can see a clear profit forecast before investing.

Clear profit forecast

04

Fee proposal & project roadmap

If your property is viable, we provide a full project plan covering design, planning and interiors.

Your route to build

A real project — Eastleigh

See the results from real projects.

We help investors turn simple homes into high-end co-living spaces. Each room in this Eastleigh project rents for about £850 per month.

£620,000
End valuation
£5,550
Monthly rent
54.7%
Return on cash invested
9%
Gross yield

Purchase £210,000 · consultant £50,000 · build £220,000. Figures from a completed conversion; every project differs.

Who you’re working with

We design, build and invest in HMOs.

A small team of designers and property experts. We’ve lived in HMOs, designed hundreds and invested in them ourselves — so we help you get the best out of your property while staying fully compliant.

  • Edward, Director & Founder, HMO Designers

    Edward

    Director & Founder

  • Kaan, Lead Designer & Coordinator, HMO Designers

    Kaan

    Lead Designer & Coordinator

  • Justina, Architectural Assistant & HMO Feasibility Expert, HMO Designers

    Justina

    Architectural Assistant & HMO Feasibility Expert

  • Jan, Interior Designer, HMO Designers

    Jan

    Interior Designer

  • Jodi, Sourcing & Business Development, HMO Designers

    Jodi

    Sourcing & Business Development

What do our clients say about us?

Experts in their field

HMO designers are experts in their field. They thoroughly analyse your property and create a design that maximises space for you to get the most out of your investment. Not only that, but their designs are brilliantly modern.

Lloyd E

Result Driven

Edward and Tim are a pleasure to work with. They are result driven and highly professional with quick turnaround and excellent communication. Can't recommend them enough, if you are looking to have your property converted, these are definitely the guys you want to speak to.

Henry R

Stay ahead of other investors

HMO opportunities move fast.

Knowing your property’s potential early gives you an edge. We deliver your Feasibility Report within a few days so you can decide quickly and confidently.

Limited slots available this week

Start your project

Book a session with an HMO expert.

Tell us about your property and we’ll map the route to a profitable, compliant HMO.

No obligation · response within one working day

HMO Award Winners - Best co-living space design 2024 Highly commended

£198incl. VAT — report in days