Lease Option Agreements (LOAs) are often spoken about like magic bullets: control today, profit tomorrow. But they only work when the property, the seller, and the structure are right. At Greybourne, we’ve built a framework to spot what makes a good LOA—and what to avoid.
A great LOA starts with the seller, not the structure. We look for people who need a creative solution: tired landlords, owners with voids or arrears, or people mid-divorce or mid-move. These aren’t distressed sales—they’re timing challenges. That’s where an LOA shines.
It’s not enough to control a property. You need a plan to buy it—or benefit from holding it. We favour deals where the end value will justify the agreed option price, or where rental income (e.g. via SA) provides strong cash flow during the lease period.
Greybourne always works with solicitors who understand creative structures. No handshake deals. Our LOAs outline option fees, timelines, purchase prices, and responsibility splits in black and white.
A good LOA isn’t a shortcut—it’s a structure. And when built right, it can be one of the most strategic tools in an investor’s playbook.
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