First Capital Housing

First Capital Housing: guaranteed rent and housing management in London

First Capital Housing is a London-based company that acts as an intermediary between local authorities, private landlords and families in need of accommodation. Its activity focuses on guaranteed rent and the management of long-term rental homes in the UK capital.

The company states it has more than three decades of experience in the property and housing market, although in another section of its website it puts that track record at more than forty years. This experience is presented as the basis of its knowledge of the London market and its ability to manage the complexities of residential letting.

Collaboration with local authorities and landlords

First Capital Housing works with local authorities across all London boroughs to identify families in need of housing and secure suitable accommodation for them. At the same time, it collaborates with private landlords by offering guaranteed rent agreements with above-market rents, with the aim of maximising their return and reducing the risk of void periods.

The company presents itself as a partner that removes complications for the landlord: it handles tenant placement, regular inspections, maintenance and repairs as part of a full management service.

Services for landlords

• Above-market rents: the company claims to offer competitive rates above the average to maximise the financial return on the property.
• Guaranteed rent agreements: agreements with rent guaranteed for terms of between two and five years, providing financial stability and reducing the risk of periods without a tenant.
• Full management at no cost to the landlord: includes tenant placement, routine inspections, maintenance and repairs.
• Rental valuation: valuation service for landlords who want to know the potential of their property.

Other services

In addition to its main activity, First Capital Housing offers full property management to clients who request it, with options to be discussed on a case-by-case basis. It also has a client portal with full access to the account, statements and documents from anywhere and at any time, and a 24/7 support service with reports for clients and users.

The company has expanded its activity to supporting other temporary accommodation (TA) providers through professional management and regulatory compliance services.

Mission and approach

First Capital Housing's stated mission is that every family in need of accommodation finds a suitable and secure home. For landlords, it seeks a hassle-free renting experience through guaranteed agreements that provide financial stability and peace of mind for a fixed term. The company describes its approach as professional and focused on making the process of securing and managing a rental home straightforward and stress-free for all parties.

Client reviews

The website shows a rating of 50 Google reviews with an "excellent" score. The comments highlight the professional and friendly attention of team members such as Shannon, Molly McMullen and others, as well as the effectiveness in resolving queries, the speed of response and the quality of service during inspections. Several users emphasise the help received in resolving unforeseen problems in their homes.

Location and contact

Phone: 020 8194 2626 · Email: info@fchousing.co.uk