Video 3: How to Make an Offer

How to make an offer on an advertised property.

Making an offer on a property through PropertyLoop is a quick and user-friendly process. When you find a property you like, simply go to the property’s description page and click on the “Make an Offer” button. You’ll then be prompted to enter key details such as your proposed move-in date, offer amount, and who will be moving in. Once you proceed, you’ll be taken to a three-step offer form.

In the first step, you’ll confirm your basic details and select your preferred type of security deposit—either a traditional deposit or a no-deposit scheme. After applying your choice, you’ll move to the second step, where you’ll input personal and financial information for each tenant. This includes income details, employment information, any additional income or savings, and disclosure of any credit issues like CCJs. Based on your income, the system will inform you whether you can afford the property or if a guarantor or upfront payment is needed.

The third step allows you to write a short introduction for the landlord. Here, you can explain why you’re interested in the property and provide any relevant information about yourself or your housemates. You may also list any special conditions for your offer, such as requests to remove furniture.

Once all steps are complete, you’ll see a summary of your offer on the right-hand side. If everything looks good, you proceed to the holding deposit stage. This is a pre-authorization—no funds are taken unless your offer is accepted. After entering your card details and confirming the terms, click “Confirm Payment.” From there, the landlord or agent has 24 hours to accept, reject, or counter your offer.