Question 1

What is guaranteed rent and how does it work?

Accepted Answer

Guaranteed rent means you receive a fixed monthly payment from VividSpaces regardless of whether the property is occupied. We take on the management responsibilities and absorb the risk of void periods, giving you predictable income.

Question 2

Does VividSpaces cover my area?

Accepted Answer

We operate across South London, South West London, North London, Surrey, Buckinghamshire, Oxford, Cherwell, Northamptonshire, and East Yorkshire, including Kingston upon Thames, Croydon, Sutton, Enfield, Esher, Epsom, Oxford, Banbury, Bicester, Aylesbury, Northampton and Hull. In Oxford we cover OX1 to OX5 and the surrounding Cherwell district. Contact us with your postcode and we will confirm coverage.

Question 3

What types of properties do you manage?

Accepted Answer

We work with studios, apartments, houses, and licensed HMO properties, with a focus on well-located homes suitable for small to medium-sized families. Each property is assessed individually to ensure it meets our management standards.

Question 4

How long are your management agreements?

Accepted Answer

Our agreements typically run from 3 to 5 years, giving landlords long-term security while keeping terms flexible around the property and circumstances. We will discuss the best option during your free property assessment.

Question 5

What happens if there are maintenance issues?

Accepted Answer

VividSpaces coordinates all maintenance on your behalf. We have trusted contractors and handle communication, scheduling, and quality checks so you do not have to deal with emergency calls or repairs.

Question 6

Do I need to find my own tenants?

Accepted Answer

No. As part of our guaranteed rent and full management services, VividSpaces handles occupant sourcing, vetting, and ongoing management on your behalf through trusted housing and local authority partnerships.

Question 7

What accreditations does VividSpaces hold?

Accepted Answer

VividSpaces is ICO registered (ZB892725) and a member of the Property Redress Scheme (PRS051867), demonstrating our commitment to professional standards and landlord protection.

Question 8

How quickly can an agreement start?

Accepted Answer

Following a property assessment, we typically aim to have an agreement in place within 5 to 10 working days, depending on property condition and documentation.

Question 9

Can I use guaranteed rent for multiple properties?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We work with landlords who own single properties and those with portfolios. Contact us to discuss a tailored arrangement for multiple properties.

Question 10

Do you cover Oxford and Oxfordshire?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Oxford is one of our priority areas following a new contract in the city. We cover OX1 to OX5 across Oxford city, including Headington, Cowley, Summertown, Jericho, Marston, Iffley, Littlemore, Blackbird Leys, Wolvercote and Kidlington, plus the Cherwell district towns of Banbury and Bicester and the villages between them.

Question 11

How much guaranteed rent could I get in Oxford?

Accepted Answer

It depends on the property type, size, condition and exact location, so we do not quote before seeing it. Oxford rents sit well above the national average because demand from the hospitals, both universities and the science parks is steady all year. We visit, then give you a fixed figure in writing at no cost and with no obligation.

Question 12

Can you provide references from current landlords?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We are happy to connect prospective landlords with current landlord partners who can share their first-hand experience of working with VividSpaces.

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