August

August is the definitive property management platform engineered for the modern, self-managing UK landlord. It cuts through the complexity and administrative grind of running a rental portfolio by unifying every critical task into one intelligent, mobile-first hub. Designed specifically for Buy-to-Let landlords, HMO property owners, and managers of student housing, August transforms a fragmented process into a streamlined operation. Its core value proposition is delivering complete control and peace of mind. The platform seamlessly integrates proactive compliance management for EPCs, Gas Safety, EICR, and licensing with automated rent tracking via open banking, centralized document storage, and efficient maintenance workflows. With an integrated AI property assistant and guided checklists, August ensures you never miss a deadline or a payment. Tenants benefit from a free companion app for reporting issues and paying rent, fostering better communication. Built with security and simplicity at its core, and backed by dedicated UK support, August empowers landlords to manage professionally, reduce stress, and reclaim valuable time, all from their smartphone or desktop.

AI-Powered Property Assistant

Get instant, intelligent answers to your property management questions directly within the app. This built-in assistant acts as your on-demand expert, helping you navigate regulations, understand features, and resolve queries about your portfolio without searching through manuals or waiting for support, putting expert guidance at your fingertips 24/7.

Automated Compliance & Smart Reminders

August eliminates compliance anxiety with built-in, step-by-step checklists for all legal obligations like Gas Safety and EICR certificates. The system automatically tracks expiry dates and sends you proactive, smart reminders via SMS and in-app alerts, ensuring you're always ahead of renewals and fully protected from potential fines.

Open Banking Rent Tracking

Securely connect your bank account via Plaid (FCA regulated) for real-time, automatic rent visibility. August matches incoming payments to tenancies, clearly showing what's paid, due, or late. Get instant notifications the moment rent lands, eliminating manual tracking and spreadsheet updates for flawless financial oversight.

Tenant Portal & Maintenance Hub

Provide your tenants with a free, dedicated app to report maintenance issues, upload photos, and track request status. This streamlined portal also allows them to pay rent securely, access essential documents like contracts and guides, and receive updates, improving communication and reducing back-and-forth emails.

The Growing Portfolio Landlord

For landlords expanding beyond their first property, August provides the scalable structure needed to manage multiple tenancies without chaos. It centralizes all rent tracking, compliance deadlines, and tenant communications for every property into a single dashboard, turning portfolio growth from an administrative burden into a streamlined, controlled operation.

The HMO & Student Housing Specialist

Managing HMOs involves room-level rents, licenses, and heightened compliance. August's dedicated HMO support allows you to manage individual room tenancies, track per-room payments, and ensure all multi-occupancy licensing and safety regulations are meticulously monitored and met, all from one specialized platform.

The Busy Professional Landlord

Juggling property management with a full-time job demands efficiency. August automates the monitoring, sending critical alerts for rent and renewals directly to your phone. The AI assistant provides quick answers, and the tenant app handles maintenance logging, saving you hours of administrative work each month.

The Landlord Preparing for Making Tax Digital

With HMRC's Making Tax Digital for Income Tax on the horizon, August positions you ahead of the curve. By automatically tracking all rental income and expenses through bank integration, it builds a clear, digital financial record, making the transition to quarterly digital reporting seamless and stress-free.

Is my financial data secure with open banking?

Absolutely. August uses Plaid, a leader in open banking technology, to connect to your bank. This is a read-only, secure connection regulated by the FCA. August never stores your online banking login credentials, and strong encryption ensures your data is protected. You maintain full control over the connection.

Can August handle Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs)?

Yes, August offers robust support specifically for HMO management. The 'Portfolio' plan and above include features for room-level management, allowing you to set up individual tenancies per room, track separate rent payments, and manage the specific compliance requirements associated with multi-occupancy properties.

What happens if my tenant doesn't use the app?

Tenant use of the app is encouraged but not mandatory for landlords to benefit from August. You can still log maintenance requests on their behalf, manually record rent payments, and use all compliance and tracking features. The tenant app is a free benefit to improve the rental experience for both parties.

How does the 30-day free trial work?

The free trial gives you full, unrestricted access to the features of your chosen plan for 30 days. You can add properties, test rent tracking, and explore compliance tools. No payment details are required upfront. If you choose to continue, you'll be billed at the end of the trial period; if not, your account will simply deactivate.

August offers simple, tiered monthly subscription plans for landlords, with all plans including a 30-day free trial. Tenants use the app for free.

Growth (£8.99/month): Ideal for starters, covering unlimited properties with up to 6 total tenancies. Includes 40 documents storage, unlimited compliance tasks with guidance, and SMS reminders.

Portfolio (£14.99/month): For growing portfolios with unlimited tenancies and no caps. Adds unlimited document storage, HMO room-level management support, and smart tenancy setup with automatic document scanning.

Portfolio Plus (£29.99/month billed annually): For professional portfolios, including all 'Portfolio' features plus a dedicated account manager and custom integration capabilities with your existing systems.