Letting Agents in Sheldon, Shirley, Solihull & Wythall
Our specialist Residential Letting Department, based in Shirley, provides a personal and professional Letting and Management service for Landlords and Tenants alike throughout the Metropolitan Borough of Solihull and adjacent areas.
Solihull and Shirley Estate Agencies Limited is an Introducer Appointed Representative of Managing Agents Reference Assistance Services Limited, under reference 410847, which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). See www.fca.org.uk for further details.
Our competitive fee structure includes the following:
Flexible support across full management, rent collection, or let only services.
Multi-tier screening process to secure the most reliable and prestigious tenants.
Exclusive access to our private register of qualified professional seekers.
Expert presentation of your property by our senior architectural specialists.
Precise, photographic documentation safeguarding the condition of your asset.
Strategic placements in high-end regional publications and targeted locales.
Rigorous compliance with statutory protection schemes for total accountability.
Consistent oversight to maintain the structural and aesthetic integrity of the home.
Optimized digital showcase within our own bespoke editorial platform.
Ensuring the highest standards of professional indemnity and financial security.
Our performance-driven commitment ensures our interests remain aligned with yours.
Premium visibility across the UK's leading property portals for maximum reach.
Landlord Costs
A transparent overview of our professional fee structure, valid from 1st May 2026.
Lettings charges are applicable per property.
| Service | Description | Fee | VAT @ 20% | Fee inc. VAT |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full Managed Service | ||||
| Full Managed Service | Monthly Management Fee - Usual Fee | 12% of rent | 20% | 14.4% of rent |
| Set-up Costs Each New Let (Minimum £499.99 inc. VAT) | 50% of first month’s rent | 20% | 60% of first month’s rent | |
| Set-up costs if tenant vacates within first 6 months * | 25% of first month’s rent | 20% | 30% of first month’s rent | |
| Re-referencing Existing Tenants (per applicant) | £25.00 | £5.00 | £30.00 | |
| Deposit Registration with TDS (Annual Fee) | £50.00 | £10.00 | £60.00 | |
| Rent Increase (Section 13 Notice) | £100.00 | £20.00 | £120.00 | |
| Additional Cost if End of Tenancy Deposit Dispute goes to Arbitration | £100.00 | £20.00 | £120.00 | |
| Fully comprehensive inventory and date-stamped photos | INCLUDED | INCLUDED | INCLUDED | |
| Utility transfer | INCLUDED | INCLUDED | INCLUDED | |
| End of Tenancy Checkout | INCLUDED | INCLUDED | INCLUDED | |
| Let Only Service | ||||
| Let Only Service | Let Only Fee (Minimum £599.99 inc. VAT) | 75% of first month’s rent | 20% | 90% of first month’s rent |
| Let Only relet fee if tenant vacates within first 6 months ** | 50% of first month’s rent | 20% | 60% of first month’s rent | |
| Optional: Inventory and date-stamped photos | £150.00 | £30.00 | £180.00 | |
| Optional: Deposit Registration with TDS (Annual Fee) | £50.00 | £10.00 | £60.00 | |
| Optional: End of Tenancy Checkout | £150.00 | £30.00 | £180.00 | |
| Rent Collection | ||||
| Rent Collection | Monthly Rent Collection Fee | 8% of rent | 20% | 9.6% of rent |
Please note – A £7.00 fee will be payable per property for a Land registry search to confirm ownership
* If a tenancy arranged by Melvyn Danes ends within the first six months of the tenancy start date, the fee for the next immediate tenancy arranged by Melvyn Danes will be 25% + VAT (30% incl. VAT). This concession applies to one subsequent tenancy only and is conditional upon the original tenancy having been arranged by Melvyn Danes.
** If a tenancy arranged by Melvyn Danes ends within the first six months of the tenancy start date, the fee for the next immediate tenancy arranged by Melvyn Danes will be 50% + VAT (60% incl. VAT). This concession applies to one subsequent tenancy only and is conditional upon the original tenancy having been arranged by Melvyn Danes.
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Elevate Your Property Management
Melvyn Danes Property Management has grown over the last 30 years to offer the most experienced team of property professionals in the area. Property Management is a fundamental part of our business and we take a holistic honest approach to property investment working closely with our property owners to help them achieve their investment goals, maximising their returns and offering a high level of attention to detail. We take time to focus on our connection with you and your property and create a positive impact on your investment journey.
- Independent and locally owned since 1990
- 100% accompanied viewings, seven days a week
- Personal, hands-on service for sellers and landlords