Why 2026 is the year to hand over the keys
Being a landlord in north London has never been simple. In 2026, it’s become a job in its own right.
The Renters’ Rights Act came into force on 1 May 2026. Fixed-term tenancies and Section 21 notices have gone, rent increases follow a strict annual process, and tenants have new rights on pets, repairs and complaints. A national landlord database begins rolling out from late 2026, and a new ombudsman for private landlords is on the way.
For many landlords in Bounds Green, Bowes Park and Wood Green, that’s the moment they’ve decided to stop doing it all themselves. Instead, they’re choosing full property management with a local team they can trust. Here’s why local landlords are choosing Ellis & Co Bounds Green.
Four decades on Brownlow Road
Ellis & Co has been selling, letting and managing homes in Bounds Green for more than 40 years. The office sits at 10 Queens Parade on Brownlow Road, directly opposite Bounds Green underground station. You can drop in, sit down and talk to the people looking after your property.
Franchise owner Anthony Lucas has led the branch since 1995. He still runs it with an old-fashioned approach, where the relationship with you matters as much as the tenancy itself. The wider team brings more than 80 years of combined experience across sales, lettings and property management.
Day-to-day management sits with branch and property manager Nicos Nicholau and property manager Jay Ujoodah. That means you have named people to call, not a call centre or a shared inbox.
The branch also holds the credentials you’d expect from trusted letting agents in the UK:
- membership of ARLA Propertymark, the professional body for letting agents
- membership of The Property Ombudsman, an independent redress scheme for complaints
- Client Money Protection, which safeguards the rent and deposits the branch holds for you
- deposit protection through the Tenancy Deposit Scheme
What full property management takes off your plate
Full management means the team handles your tenancy from the first viewing to the final inventory. You stay informed and make the big decisions. The branch does the rest.
Finding and settling the right tenant
The team markets your property with the rent clearly stated, as the Act now requires, and handles viewings and offers. Every applicant goes through referencing and Right to Rent checks. Tenancy paperwork, including the new written statement of terms, is prepared correctly from day one.
Keeping you compliant
The branch tracks gas safety certificates, electrical checks, Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) and deposit protection. When the national landlord database opens, it can help you get registered. If your property falls under a Haringey licensing scheme, the team will point you in the right direction.
Handling repairs and tenant contact
Tenants report issues to the branch, not to you. The team arranges trusted local contractors, keeps records of every request and follows jobs through to completion. Good records matter more than ever now that tenants have stronger complaint routes.
Managing rent and reviews
Rent is collected and passed on to you with clear statements. When it’s time for a rent review, the team uses the correct Section 13 process so any increase stands up if it’s challenged.
Dealing with the difficult moments
If a tenancy needs to end, or a dispute starts, you have experienced people guiding you through the right legal steps. That protects your income and your reputation.
What local landlords and tenants say
The best proof of good management comes from the people who use it. Here’s what clients have said about the Bounds Green team.
“[Opening words of review to be confirmed] …to maintenance issues, usually within 48 hours, and they’ve always been willing to provide us with clear, forthright advice. Friendly and proactive, just what you want from a letting agent.”
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“[Insert a verified landlord review mentioning property management, ideally from Google or the branch’s review platform]”
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“[Insert a verified tenant review. Happy tenants stay longer, which means fewer void periods for landlords.]”
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Quick responses, straight answers and a friendly team keep coming up. Those are exactly the things that keep tenants settled and complaints to a minimum.
Local knowledge you can’t get from a portal
Property management in Bounds Green works best when your agent knows the streets as well as the rules. The team covers N11 Bounds Green, New Southgate and Arnos Grove, N13 Palmers Green, N22 Wood Green and Bowes Park, and N10 Muswell Hill, along with Alexandra Palace.
That local focus helps in practical ways:
- Pricing: the team sees what rents local tenants are paying right now, so your property is priced to let without leaving money on the table.
- Tenant demand: Bounds Green sits on the Piccadilly line, with a direct route into central London. Commuters, young professionals and families all look here, and the team knows what each group wants.
- Older housing stock: many local homes are Victorian or Edwardian conversions. The team understands the maintenance, damp and energy efficiency challenges that come with them, including the move towards EPC C.
- Borough rules: Haringey has its own licensing requirements, and the team keeps up with what applies to your property.
- Trusted contacts: the branch works with a network of local contractors, solicitors, mortgage brokers and surveyors.
Because the office is opposite the station, it’s easy for tenants and landlords to visit. Small issues get sorted face to face before they grow.
Book your free lettings valuation
Whether you’re letting for the first time, switching agents or tired of managing a property yourself, a conversation with the Bounds Green team is the easiest first step. There’s no obligation, and you’ll come away with a clear view of your rental value and what full management would look like for you.
- Get an instant online valuation if you’d like a quick guide figure first
You can also call 020 8881 5288, email [email protected] or visit 10 Queens Parade, Brownlow Road, Bounds Green, N11 2DN. The office is open Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 6pm, and Saturday, 9.30am to 3.30pm.
The rules have changed. Having a local team you can rely on doesn’t have to.
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