Managing Agent Fee Comparison Calculator

Managing agent fees are quoted two different ways — a flat monthly fee for the block, or a per-unit monthly fee — and they vary widely by block size, region and the scope of services included. This calculator works from the fee on your own management agreement rather than a typical figure. That number is on your agreement or your last invoice.

Self-management eliminates the agent's fee but introduces costs for professional services you'll need to source separately: an accountant for year-end service charge accounts, directors' and officers' liability insurance, and potentially software tools to manage demands, arrears, and compliance.

The cost comparison alone shouldn't drive the decision. Consider the time volunteer directors will invest (typically 5-15 hours per month depending on block size and complexity), the common challenges self-managed blocks face, and whether you have enough willing directors to distribute the workload. If you are new to running a block, our guide to block management explains what the role involves.

Important: This calculator shows the direct cost difference only. It does not account for volunteer time, one-off costs (legal fees for RTM acquisition, handover costs), or potential costs from compliance errors that an experienced agent might avoid.