FAQ

FAQ – Smart Choice Development Partnerships

1. What does Smart Choice Development Partnerships do?

We specialise in sourcing and structuring residential block opportunities, connecting developers and block owners with institutional housing providers seeking long-term lease or purchase arrangements.

2. Do you work with individual properties or only blocks?

Our primary focus is block-level opportunities, including entire or part-block developments.

We may support smaller-scale property introductions on a limited and selective basis.

3. What types of clients do you work with?

We work with:

  • Developers, Block Owners & Mandate Holders
  • Housing providers (supported living, TA, Home Office, RPs, PSL)
  • Agents, Sourcers, and Introducers
4. What types of deals do you structure?

We facilitate:

  • Long-term Institutional lease agreements
  • Block Purchase Transactions
  • Contractor Tender On Developments
  • Supported Living Residential Care Single Let
5. Do you take leases or operate properties directly?

No. We act purely as an intermediary and do not take head leases or manage properties.

6. How do you get paid?

We operate on a structured fee basis agreed in advance with all parties.

Fees are payable upon successful transaction or contract execution, depending on the deal structure.

7. Do you charge any upfront fees?

No. We do not charge for initial discussions or assessments. All fees are agreed prior to formal introductions.

8. What locations do you cover?

We primarily operate across London and the M25, with selective opportunities considered nationwide depending on scale and demand.

9. What stage does a development need to be at?

We typically work with:

  • Completed developments
  • Near-completion schemes
10. How quickly can you place a block?

This depends on location, pricing, and provider demand.

Once full details are received, we match opportunities against active requirements and progress discussions as efficiently as possible.

11. Do you guarantee a deal or placement?

No. All transactions are subject to due diligence, financial viability, and provider requirements.

12. Do you work with contractors and service providers?

Yes. We introduce contractors for services such as maintenance, compliance, cleaning, and refurbishment, where required.

Contractors can also apply to become part of our registered network.

13. Do you still offer supported living or single-unit sourcing?

Yes, but on a limited and selective basis.

This service is typically reserved for existing clients or referral-based enquiries and is not our primary focus.

14. How do I get started?

You can:

  • Submit a block opportunity
  • Register as a provider
  • Apply as a contractor
  • Contact us directly

Once submitted, we will assess and respond accordingly.

Still have a question? Contact us directly.

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