For Freeholders
Looking to Exit the Freehold Market?
Abbeystone Management Limited is an active buyer of residential freehold titles across England. We offer a direct, professional, and confidential acquisition process — with no agents and no unnecessary delays.
20+
Years in Block Management
2000+
Units Under Management
England
Coverage Area
Direct
Buyer — No Agents
Important — Right of First Refusal Obligations
Before approaching any third-party buyer, freeholders of qualifying residential buildings are legally required to offer the freehold to leaseholders first under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1987. Please review the statutory process below before making contact. We can only discuss a potential purchase once the RFR process has been properly completed or confirmed as not applicable.
Legal Disclaimer
The information on this page is provided for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. It should not be relied upon as a definitive statement of your legal obligations as a freeholder. Every building and ownership structure is different, and the application of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1987 — including Right of First Refusal requirements — can be complex. You should instruct a solicitor who specialises in leasehold law before taking any steps to sell your freehold. If you do not have a solicitor, we may be able to put you in touch with one — please get in touch and we will do our best to assist.
Before You Contact Us
The Statutory Process You Must Complete First
UK law requires freeholders of qualifying residential buildings to follow a specific process before selling to a third party. These are not optional steps — they are legal obligations. We strongly recommend instructing a solicitor experienced in leasehold law to manage this process.
Verify Leaseholder Qualification & Right of First Refusal
Landlord and Tenant Act 1987Before marketing your freehold, you must determine whether your building qualifies under the Right of First Refusal (RFR) legislation. Your building generally qualifies if at least 50% of the flats are let to long leaseholders and no more than 25% of the total floor area is used for commercial purposes. Failure to comply with RFR obligations is a criminal offence.
Serve Section 5 Notices
Section 5, Landlord and Tenant Act 1987Your solicitor must serve formal Section 5 Notices — also known as Offer Notices — on all qualifying leaseholders. This document sets out the proposed price and terms of the sale. The notices must be served simultaneously on all qualifying tenants and must comply strictly with the statutory requirements.
Await Leaseholder Response
Minimum 2-month acceptance periodLeaseholders have a minimum of two months to accept the offer. For the purchase to proceed collectively, over 50% of the qualifying leaseholders must agree to participate and nominate a representative buyer — typically a Right to Manage company or a newly formed purchasing vehicle.
Negotiation or Open Market Sale
Post-RFR processIf leaseholders decline or do not respond within the statutory period, you are then free to market the freehold to third-party buyers — including Abbeystone Management Limited. However, you cannot offer it to a third party at a price lower than what was offered to the leaseholders without restarting the RFR process in full.
Selling at a lower price to a third party without re-serving Section 5 Notices is a criminal offence under the 1987 Act.
Once this stage is reached, we welcome a confidential conversation about acquiring your freehold.
Why Choose Abbeystone
A Buyer You Can Trust
Direct Buyer — No Agents
We purchase freehold titles directly, cutting out intermediaries and keeping the process clean and efficient from first contact to completion.
Experienced in Leasehold Law
With over 20 years in block management, we understand the complexities of leasehold tenure, RFR obligations, and Section 5 compliance — so due diligence moves quickly.
Confidential Enquiries Welcome
All initial conversations are handled with complete discretion. We understand the sensitivity of freehold disposals and treat every enquiry accordingly.
Any Portfolio Size
From a single residential block to a multi-site portfolio, we have the appetite to acquire freehold titles of all sizes across England.
Smooth Transition for Leaseholders
As an established managing agent, we ensure continuity of management for leaseholders — minimising disruption and maintaining service standards throughout the ownership change.
Straightforward Process
Once the statutory RFR process is complete, we work with your solicitors to progress the transaction efficiently, with minimal back-and-forth.
Ready to Talk?
Start a Confidential Conversation
If you have completed the statutory RFR process — or confirmed it does not apply to your building — we would welcome a confidential discussion about acquiring your freehold title.