Your letting agency AMFI multiple can range from 1.0× to 2.0×+. This guide explains what drives the range — geographic concentration, gap rate, tenure, team relationships — and how different buyer types price the multiple.
Selling an estate or letting agency can generate a significant capital gain — and the rate you pay depends on decisions made before a buyer appears. This guide covers CGT basics and current rates, the difference between asset and share sale tax treatment (asset sale from a limited company can attract an effective 50-55% rate vs 18% on a qualifying share sale), BADR qualifying conditions for agency owners, earn-out taxation under Marren v Ingles (CGT arises at completion before earn-out cash is received), non-compete payment rules, vendor loan notes, and the self-assessment payment deadline. Tax advice before heads of terms — not after — is the single most important planning point.
A complete guide to management buyouts (MBOs) for estate and letting agency owners. Covers MBO financing, the four main structures, viability assessment, and how to approach an internal buyout conversation.
A guide to the key tax considerations when selling an estate or letting agency — CGT rates, Business Asset Disposal Relief eligibility, earn-out income risk, and the share sale vs asset sale choice. Written for UK owners planning an exit.
Estate agency sale prices range from £200,000 for small sales-only agencies to over £1.5 million for lettings-dominant operations. 2026 EBITDA multiples, rent roll valuations, and benchmarks by agency type.
If you have received an offer for your estate agency that includes an earn-out, you are not alone. Earn-out structures
Selling your estate agency is one of the largest financial decisions you will make as a business owner. The preparation
The Renters’ Rights Act and Your Estate Agency’s Exit Value The Renters’ Rights Act came into force in 2025. For
Selling an estate or letting agency involves more than finding a willing buyer. It requires preparation, professional representation, and a
A practical guide to TUPE when selling an estate or letting agency — covering automatic transfer, seller obligations, Employee Liability Information, staff consultation, pension obligations, and how deal structure affects your team.
