Switching agents
Change your London letting agent without upsetting the tenancy
Landlords often stay with an agent they are unhappy with because switching looks complicated. Usually it is manageable: the key is reading your current terms, transferring the deposit and records properly and telling the tenant clearly. We plan the handover with you.
- Current agreement reviewed
- Deposit and records transferred
- Tenant informed clearly
Switching agents
Plan my switch
Two quick steps. It takes about a minute.
Sole-mandate, single-side
No dual-agency on any transaction. Conflicts disclosed in writing.
Discretion by default
Off-market sourcing, alias representation, NDA-ready.
Audit-ready paper trail
Mandate, briefs, memos and closing dossier — written, signed, archived.
Outcomes
How a switch works
Terms checked
Notice periods and any continuing fees in your current agreement identified.
Records collected
Tenancy agreement, inventory, safety records and rent history obtained.
Deposit handled
Protection transferred or confirmed so the tenant’s deposit stays protected.
Smooth start
Tenant introduced to the new arrangements, with rent collection set up.
Plan your switch to Belgrave
How it works
4 steps, one adviser
- 1
Review
Your agreement and the issues you have had.
- 2
Plan
Notice, dates and documents in writing.
- 3
Handover
Records and deposit transferred.
- 4
Manage
Management starts, with a compliance check.
Market evidence
The London market, from the registry
£560,000
Median sale price
Aug 2025 to Aug 2026
36,006
Registered sales in 12 months
HM Land Registry Price Paid Data
-3.4%
Median price change
vs the previous 12 months
Registry data for London as a whole. See sold prices by area.
Why Belgrave
How we compare
| Aspect | Belgrave Estates | Typical high-street approach |
|---|---|---|
| Who you deal with | One named senior advisor from first call to completion | Handed between valuer, negotiator and progression team |
| Conflicts of interest | Single-side representation; conflicts disclosed in writing | Often acts for both sides of the same deal |
| Fees | Fee model disclosed in writing before you sign anything | Headline rate, extras discovered later |
| Discretion | Off-market and NDA-ready campaigns available | Portal-first by default |
| Paper trail | Mandate, briefs and closing dossier written and archived | Calls and emails, little written record |
How our fees work
Tenant-find or fully-managed. Fees disclosed in writing at appraisal. Our conduct and fees.
After you enquire
What happens next
- 01
A senior adviser reads it
Your request goes to a senior adviser on the right desk, not a call centre or an automated sequence.
- 02
A personal reply within one working day
By phone, WhatsApp or email, whichever you prefer. Tell us a good time and we will keep to it.
- 03
A clear plan, no obligation
You get our view and the next steps in plain terms. Whether to go ahead is entirely your decision.
Can I change letting agent during a tenancy?
Usually yes, subject to the terms of your current agreement. Some agreements include notice periods or continuing fees, which we help you identify. Take legal advice if the terms are unclear.
Will my tenant have to sign a new tenancy?
Not usually. The tenancy is between you and the tenant, so it normally continues; only the managing agent changes.
What happens to the deposit?
It must stay protected. We arrange the transfer or confirm the protection details as part of the handover.
What if my old agent will not hand over records?
We request them formally on your behalf. If problems continue, we can suggest next steps, including legal advice.
Will you check compliance when you take over?
Yes. We review safety records and documents and tell you what is missing.
What does management cost?
Fees are disclosed in writing at appraisal, before you instruct us.
Still deciding? Ask a senior adviser directly.
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Ready when you are
Plan your switch to Belgrave
Your agreement reviewed and a handover plan in writing. No obligation.
- No obligation, ever
- A personal reply within one working day
- One named senior partner throughout
Private and discreet. Your details are never sold, shared or added to a marketing list.