With more than 300,000 long-term empty properties in England, Empty Property Hunters is on a mission to turn abandoned houses into refurbished homes. And locksmiths are perfectly placed to help; while earning some serious cash rewards in the process.
A Simple Idea with Big Rewards
“Everyone has passed a house and thought, ‘Does anyone live there?’” says Simon from Empty Property Hunters. “Signs like overgrown gardens, post piling up behind the door, or a car that hasn’t moved in months are dead giveaways.”
Empty Property Hunters relies on the public to spot these properties. For each confirmed lead, they offer £20. If their research team successfully trace the owner and are able to agree a purchase, person who submitted the lead earns 1% of the purchase price as a finder’s fee reward; a potentially handsome payday.
Why Locksmiths Are Ideal for This Opportunity
“Locksmiths have an uncanny knack for spotting the right places,” Simon explains. “Whether on warrant work, lockout jobs, or simply being observant, locksmiths are often in the perfect position to notice empty homes. Out of every 10 leads submitted by locksmiths, 80-90% are confirmed and paid. That’s £20 per lead, and it adds up fast.”
Other professionals, like posties, delivery drivers, and bin men, also excel, but locksmiths consistently top the success charts. With their phones always handy, snapping and sending a photo is second nature, making them ideal partners for Empty Property Hunters.
How Locksmiths Can Get Started
- Spot an empty property during your work day.
- Snap a photo and send it with the property address via WhatsApp through the website www.emptypropertyhunters.co.uk.
- For every confirmed lead, you’ll earn £20, with the chance to earn 1% of the sale price if the property is purchased.
Many locksmiths have already turned this into a side hustle, using the extra cash for meals, nights out, or even holiday funds.
How to Spot a Great Lead
Simon shares some tips for identifying empty properties:
- Neglected appearance: Overgrown gardens, peeling paint, or broken windows.
- No activity: No lights, no comings and goings.
- Mail build-up: Visible post piling up inside or overflowing from the mailbox.
- Unkempt interiors: Curtains drawn and becoming discoloured.
- Stationary vehicles: Cars that don’t move and show signs of wear.
Make a Difference and Earn Big
Locksmiths aren’t just earning cash, they’re helping address the housing crisis by turning empty houses into homes. With the support of a specialised tracing team, Empty Property Hunters does the hard work of finding owners and purchasing properties, keeping you informed along the way.
Head to www.emptypropertyhunters.co.uk today to submit your leads and start earning. It’s time to unlock the potential of every empty property, and boost your income while you’re at it!