Landlord Solutions

 

 

Being a landlord in today’s market is tougher than ever. Rising costs, higher mortgage rates, new regulations, and changes to tax relief have made it harder to achieve strong returns from traditional long-term lets. Many landlords are questioning whether it is still worth it – some even considering selling up altogether.

 

At Smart Welcomes, we believe there is a better way. Our Landlord Solutions programme is designed to give property owners new income opportunities by converting suitable properties into short-term rentals, serviced apartments or flexible accommodation models. With our proven systems, in-house services and market knowledge, we take the complexity out of short-term letting while maximising your returns.

 

 

 

Why Consider Short-Term Lets?

 

 

Unlike traditional Assured Shorthold Tenancies (ASTs), short-term rentals and serviced accommodation generate income on a nightly or weekly basis. This opens up opportunities to earn significantly more than a fixed monthly rent – while also giving you flexibility over how your property is used.

 

• Higher Income Potential – With the right pricing and occupancy, landlords can often earn 30–50% more compared to long-term rents.

• Flexibility – Properties can be let for days, weeks or months, accommodating contractors, corporate guests, relocations and holidaymakers.

• Reduced Risk of Problem Tenants – Instead of being tied into long tenancies, guests come and go, with deposits and ID checks in place.

• Professional Management – With Smart Welcomes, every aspect of the operation is handled for you – bookings, compliance, cleaning, laundry, guest communications and maintenance.

 

 

 

 

Our Approach

 

 

We know that every landlord’s situation is different, so we don’t take a one-size-fits-all approach. Instead, we offer three flexible models:

 

1. Guaranteed Minimum + Performance Bonus

   We agree a fixed minimum rent with you, so you have peace of mind knowing your property income is protected. If the property outperforms, you receive a share of the upside.

2. Pure Profit Share

   You receive a percentage of the net profits after costs. This aligns our success with yours – the better the property performs, the more you earn.

3. Refurb-for-Share Model

   If your property needs investment to meet guest standards, we can arrange refurbishment in exchange for an agreed profit share period. This allows you to unlock higher income without the upfront cost.

 

 

 

 

What We Provide

 

 

With Smart Welcomes, landlords get a complete management package, powered by our in-house teams and technology. Services include:

 

• Full Property Assessment – We analyse your property’s earning potential, location drivers, and competition before recommending the best model.

• Compliance & Setup – We take care of safety certificates, insurance guidance, furnishings and photography.

• Dynamic Pricing – Using advanced revenue tools, we adjust nightly rates to maximise occupancy and income.

• Bookings & Marketing – Your property is listed across the major OTAs (Airbnb, Booking.com, Expedia) and promoted directly to our 30,000+ annual guests.

• Housekeeping & Laundry – Our own commercial laundry processes over 400,000 items per year, ensuring quality and reliability.

• Maintenance – Our in-house team keeps properties in top condition, protecting your asset.

• Guest Relations – We handle check-ins, enquiries, complaints and reviews with professionalism, giving you peace of mind.

 

 

 

 

Landlord Challenges We Solve

 

 

• “My buy-to-let is barely breaking even.”

  → Our models often deliver significantly higher yields than ASTs, even after costs.

• “I don’t have time to manage guests.”

  → We take care of everything, from bookings to housekeeping.

• “I can’t afford a full refurbishment.”

  → Our refurb-for-share model spreads the investment risk and gets your property earning quickly.

• “I’m worried about property damage.”

  → We use ID checks, damage waivers, deposits and regular inspections to protect your property.

• “I want predictable income.”

  → Our guaranteed rent model provides certainty with added upside.

 

 

 

 

Our Track Record

 

 

Smart Welcomes isn’t theory – it’s proven. We already manage:

 

• 70+ serviced apartments in Plymouth.

• Hotels & guest houses including The Imperial and Ocean Stays.

• Pop-up hotels such as Gulland House.

• Student-to-hotel conversions like our seasonal operations near Derriford Hospital.

 

 

We’ve welcomed over 30,000 guests annually and have a dedicated in-house team of 20+ staff across housekeeping, laundry and maintenance. This scale and experience gives landlords confidence that their property is in safe hands.

 

 

 

How It Works

 

 

1. Enquiry & Assessment – We discuss your property and run income projections.

2. Proposal – You choose from our three models.

3. Setup – We handle compliance, furnishing and marketing.

4. Operations – We manage bookings, guests, housekeeping and maintenance.

5. Reporting & Payments – You receive clear monthly statements and income.

 

 

 

 

Why Work With Smart Welcomes?

 

 

• Experience – Over five years running short-term rentals and hotels.

• Scale – 70+ properties, 30,000 guests, and in-house teams.

• Flexibility – Three landlord models to suit your needs.

• Transparency – Clear reporting and open-book income.

• Protection – Compliance, deposits, insurance guidance and regular checks.

 

 

 

 

Conclusion

 

 

For landlords, the market has changed. Traditional letting is no longer the easy answer it once was. But by working with Smart Welcomes, you can turn your property into a profitable short-term rental without the stress of managing it yourself.

 

Whether you want guaranteed income, a share of profits, or support with refurbishment, our Landlord Solutions give you the flexibility to choose what works best for you – and the confidence that your property is being run by one of the region’s most experienced operators.