What It’s Really Like to Work With Manchester Sourcing

George Samoila
13 hours ago
3 min read

A Step-by-Step Breakdown of Our Client Journey

If you’ve ever wondered what actually happens after you book a call with us — this post is for you.

We’ve completed over 400 turnkey deals across Manchester, Liverpool and the wider North West. Most of our clients are busy professionals, business owners or overseas investors who want income-producing property without turning it into a second job.

Here’s exactly what the process looks like.

Step 1: The Discovery Call

Every relationship starts with a conversation.

We use this call to:

Understand your goals (cash flow vs capital growth)
Establish your budget and funding structure
Decide whether social housing or open market rental is the right fit
Confirm your timeline and risk appetite

We’re honest on this call. If something doesn’t make sense, we’ll tell you.

If we’re aligned, we move forward.

Step 2: Compliance & Onboarding

Before we source anything, we complete buyer compliance:

ID and proof of address
Proof of funds or mortgage DIP
LTD company setup (if required)
Solicitor details

We then onboard you into our CRM system so every stage is tracked properly. If you’re a first-time client, you’ll also get access to our internal Slack-style communication channel.

Step 3: Strategy & Area Selection

We don’t blast deals to mailing lists.

Instead, we define:

Location (Manchester, Liverpool, North West, or now broader England)
Property type (BTL, HMO, block)
Exit strategy (social housing lease, open market rental)
Target yield and risk profile

The goal is clarity. Without it, you waste time and money.

Step 4: Sourcing & Deal Matching

Once criteria are agreed, we get to work.

We source:

On-market
Off-market
From developer contacts
Through our provider relationships

Each client is matched with up to 5 tailored properties before selecting one.

When a deal stacks, we:

Negotiate price
Secure the offer
Issue the sourcing agreement
Move into progression

Step 5: Sales Progression & Surveys

This is where many deals fall apart in the wider market. We stay on top of:

Contract pack receipt
Searches ordered
Survey booked
Valuation tracked
Mortgage offer issued
Enquiries chased

We also review survey findings with you and renegotiate if necessary.

Our job is to prevent “surprises at completion.”

Step 6: Refurbishment (If Required)

If works are needed, we:

Provide detailed scope of works
Schedule trades
Use key safes for smooth access
Coordinate roofers, electricians, joiners, gas engineers
Provide weekly updates
Keep costs under control

Contingency is built in because unexpected items are part of property.

Step 7: Lease Placement or Letting

Depending on strategy:

Social Housing Lease:

We match the property to a vetted provider
Agree lease length (typically 3–5 years)
Confirm rent level
Final compliance checks
Keys handed over

Open Market Rental:

Tenant find arranged
AST signed
Management in place

In both cases, the goal is stable, predictable income.

Step 8: Completion & Beyond

Once complete:

Insurance confirmed
All compliance certificates in place
Property handed over
Rent collection begins

But it doesn’t stop there.

We:

Keep relationships warm with providers
Help clients scale
Assist with refinancing strategies
Adjust portfolios as markets change

What Makes This Different?

Property in 2026 isn’t plug-and-play anymore.

Article 4 has spread
Refurb costs are up
Social housing providers are selective
Planning is slower

What worked 5 years ago doesn’t necessarily work now.

That’s why we focus on:

Deep local knowledge
Strong provider relationships
Tight deal analysis
Systems and automation
Honest advice

The Bottom Line

Working with Manchester Sourcing isn’t about “getting a deal.”

It’s about building a sustainable, hands-off portfolio with the right structure, the right support, and the right exit.

If you’re ready to invest properly — and not just scroll Rightmove at midnight — book a discovery call.

Let’s build something that works.