Thinking about listing your property or becoming a property guardian? See our most asked questions below:

VPS Guardianship is a solution for managing and protecting vacant property by placing responsible individuals (Guardians) in them temporarily. These Guardians live in the property under a license agreement, helping to keep the building secure, maintained and occupied, which deters vandalism, squatting and deterioration.

Costs vary depending on the property and services required. There is no fee to use Guardians. As well as saving on insurance and business rates, there is additional saving of not needing traditional security of vacancy management solutions.

VPS conducts regular inspections, provides 24/7 emergency support and ensures that Guardians adhere to strict rules regarding cleanliness, safety and respectful use of your space. Guardians are vetted and selected based on reliability and suitability.

Please contact us, for longer-term contracts we may be able to assist to make the property ready for Guardianship.

Most vacant buildings can be considered, including residential homes, offices, schools, care facilities, and commercial spaces. The key requirement is that the property is safe, habitable and meets basic living standards.

Guardians are usually professionals, creatives or remote workers who value flexible, affordable living arrangements. They are carefully selected to ensure they are responsible and respectful of the property.

You can reclaim your property with notice, a minimum of 31-days. We ask that you give our Guardians the maximum amount of notice possible to give them chance to find a new home. VPS manages the exit process and ensures the property is vacated and returned in good condition.

Yes. As the owner you retain full rights to the property. VPS can help designate specific areas for Guardian use, while keeping others reserved for owner access or future plans.

Placement can often happen within a few days, depending on the property condition and readiness. VPS handles the vetting, onboarding and logistics to ensure a smooth transition.

Yes, Guardianship is governed by a license agreement, not a tenancy. This means the property owner retains full control and can reclaim the property with relatively short notice, minimum of 31-days.