What is a Guaranteed Rent Scheme and Is It Right for You?
November 2, 2024
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TL;DR
In 2026, family houses offer some of the lowest-risk opportunities for guaranteed rent. Leasing to a commercial housing provider removes tenant risk, delivers fixed monthly income, and eliminates voids, arrears, and maintenance exposure.
What’s in This Article:
- Why family houses outperform in 2026
- The hidden risks of traditional family lets
- How guaranteed rent works for family houses
- Why councils and providers prefer family houses
- FAQs landlords ask about guaranteed rent
Introduction
Family houses are becoming harder to manage profitably through traditional letting. Longer voids, rising arrears, and repair costs are eating into returns. In 2026, landlords are securing stability by placing family houses on guaranteed rent under long-term commercial leases.
Why family houses outperform in 2026
Family houses are structurally well suited to long-term leasing.
Key advantages include:
Strong demand from housing providers
- Lower wear and tear compared to HMOs
- Simpler compliance requirements
- Predictable layouts suitable for long-term occupancy
In our experience, three-bed and four-bed houses attract the most interest from organisations seeking stability rather than turnover.
The real risk facing family house landlords
Traditional family lets expose landlords to concentrated risk.
Common issues include:
- Long void periods after tenancy ends
- Arrears that take months to resolve
- Repair disputes at check-out
- Legal delays when possession is required
Unlike HMOs, a single failed tenancy can wipe out months of profit.
How guaranteed rent removes family house risk
Landlords must ensure properties are safe and well-maintained at all times. This includes:
- Gas Safety: Annual checks by a Gas Safe engineer
- Electrical Safety: EICR every 5 years (or sooner if recommended)
- Fire Safety: Smoke and heat detectors in working order, fire doors, and fire escape routes
- Maintenance: Prompt repair of any reported issues
Why guaranteed rent suits family houses
- Properties are let as a whole, not room-by-room
- Lower management intensity
- Longer average occupancy periods
- Fewer repair interventions
How CHG Handles Compliance for You
At Citywide Housing Group, we remove the stress of compliance by:
- Applying for and maintaining your HMO licence
- Arranging all safety inspections and certificate renewals
- Carrying out repairs to meet council standards
- Keeping your property ready for inspection at all times
- Providing consistent monthly rent with no void periods
How Our Guaranteed Rent Scheme Works
Step 1: Get in Touch
Contact us today by phone or complete our online form to schedule a free, no-obligation property consultation.
Step 2: Property Assessment
We’ll visit your property to assess its condition, provide recommendations for any necessary improvements, and ensure it meets all required standards.
Step 3: Compliance & Handover
We manage the entire compliance process, carry out any necessary repairs, and arrange for an inventory check before officially handing over the property.
Step 4: Consistent Rent Begins
Once everything is in place, we take care of the property management, and you’ll start receiving consistent rent every month.
How guaranteed rent leases are structured
Guaranteed rent leases typically run for:
- 3–5 years initially
- Extension options up to 10–15 years
More detail on lease structures is covered here:
https://www.citywidehousing.co.uk/why-long-term-leases-benefit-landlords/
Why demand for family houses is rising
Local authorities across the UK continue to face family accommodation shortages, increasing reliance on long-term leased housing stock.
https://www.gov.uk/government/statistics
This sustained demand makes family houses particularly attractive for guaranteed rent placements.
FAQs: guaranteed rent for family houses
Often no. Many landlords achieve market-level rent without exposure to voids or arrears.
The commercial tenant is responsible for occupants, compliance, and inspections.
Under full repairing leases, repair responsibility is transferred.
In many cases, within weeks, subject to compliance checks.
How to Get Started with Citywide Housing Group
If you’re ready to secure fixed, reliable income with no voids or arrears, it’s time to join the growing number of landlords in Bradford benefiting from guaranteed rent schemes.
Contact Citywide Housing Group today to schedule your free property assessment and discover how we can help you unlock the potential of your property.
For more information, visit Citywide Housing or call us at 0113 323 0678.
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