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Quantity Surveyor & HMO Developer

Refurbishing a £50k–£200k+ HMO? Don't Let It Go Over Budget.

I'm a quantity surveyor and HMO developer. On my last project I turned a £200k auction house into a £540k, 6-bed all-ensuite HMO, with every pound budgeted and controlled from day one. I also help investors keep their refurbishments on budget, without living on site.

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Project 35 · Case Study

Every Number. Nothing Hidden.

My recent 6-bed all-ensuite HMO. All the numbers from acquisition to refinance. £5k/month in rent roll. £135k in equity created. All in 18 weeks without living on-site.

Project 35 case study: Giuseppe in a finished room. I built a £540k asset with less than £10k of my money — £200k at auction, 6 beds, all ensuite, fully let.
The buy: leaking ceiling, exposed roof void and damp and mould. Bought for £200,000 at auction as a tired single dwelling for a C3 to C4 conversion.
The plans: architect-drawn existing and proposed floor plans for six bedrooms with six ensuites across three floors.
The works: stripped back to brick, ceilings down, new steels and structural works. New plumbing, electrics, re-roof, six ensuites, EPC C achieved.
The spend: £161k all in including VAT and furnishings — around £150k build and £11k furniture, smart heating and final items.
Before and after: a tired bedroom with old carpet and mattress transformed into a modern furnished ensuite bedroom.
The product: finished ensuite bedroom, two modern kitchens and a lounge built for working professionals. Rooms secured in 2 weeks.
The rent roll: six rooms let from £725 to £825 plus £30 driveway, totalling £4,745 a month or £56,940 a year gross.
The final numbers: £412k all-in cost, £540k commercial valuation, £405k refinance at 75% LTV, £8k left in, £2,000 a month net cashflow, 13.8% gross yield.

Project 35 · Case Study

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Giuseppe personally reviews every application before the call.

What We'll Cover on Your Free Call

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A quick review of your scope, quotes or plans, so you know where your budget risk is

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The biggest things likely to push your costs up, and how to avoid them

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A clear next step for your project, whether or not we work together

Who This Is For

This is for you if

  • You want a developer's eye on where to spend your money for the best return
  • You're already investing in UK property
  • You're taking on a HMO or larger BRRR refurbishment
  • You've bought, are under offer, or have a project coming up
  • You're investing significant capital into the refurbishment
  • You want the numbers controlled to maximise your return using my systems
  • You want professional oversight without living on site

This is not for you if

  • You're still learning the basics of property
  • You don't have a project coming up
  • You're looking for a property get rich quick scheme or property course
  • You simply want the cheapest builder
  • You're looking to cut corners on the build

How It Works

Commercial Control From Start to Finish

Protect your budget from the start and keep control of costs throughout the build.

Phase 1

Get It Right Before the Build

Clear scope of works, contractor tender process and a proper contract in place, so there are no surprises once work starts. The same process I use on my own projects.

Phase 2

Keep Control of the Costs

Track cashflow, assess variations and only pay against work that's actually been completed, so you never pay for work that hasn't been done.

Phase 3

Close Out the Numbers

Reconcile the final costs so you know your true spend and return against budget.

Meet Giuseppe

From zero to £1 million — Giuseppe's property journey

I'm a quantity surveyor by trade, so controlling build costs is what I do every day. I also develop my own HMOs, and I'm currently on my 4th conversion. I bring the same cost control to your refurbishment, so you're not relying on the contractor to tell you what things should cost.

Your Property Network

Your Trusted Power Team, Already in Place

Get access to my trusted network of brokers, solicitors, architects and vetted contractors when you need them.

Brokers

Trusted finance brokers who understand property investment.

Solicitors

Property specialist solicitors to speed up the legal process.

Architects

HMO specialists who understand design, planning and compliance.

Contractors

Vetted HMO contractors who understand compliance and quality.

Contractor availability depends on location.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the call really free?

Yes. It's a 30-minute call with no obligation. We'll talk through your project and see whether working together makes sense.

Have you done this on your own projects?

Yes. Project 35 above is my own 6-bed HMO. I use the same cost-control process on my builds.

Do I need to have bought a property already?

It works best if you're under offer, have purchased, or have a refurbishment coming up. If you're still looking for a property, this probably isn't the right time.

I already have a builder. Can you still help?

Yes. Checking the scope, contract and payments is often where the biggest savings are, even with a builder already chosen.

The money isn't just made on the purchase. It's made in the refurbishment.

The call is free and takes 30 minutes. We'll talk through your project, where you are in the refurbishment and the areas you need support with. From there, we'll see whether working together is the right fit.

Free · 30 minutes · See if I can help with your project