How to Structure a Property JV the Right Way

Why transparency, alignment, and accountability are everything in joint ventures

Joint ventures (JVs) are one of the most powerful ways to scale in property. Done right, they open the door to bigger projects, stronger returns, and long-term investor relationships. Done wrong, they can lead to miscommunication, mistrust, and missed opportunities.

At PropInvest, we’ve refined a JV model that works - not just for us, but for the investors who partner with us again and again. Here’s how we structure our JVs to keep everything clear, fair, and future-focused from day one.

1. A Shared Limited Company for Each Project

Every JV we do is set up under a new limited company. This means both PropInvest and our investor partner are legally tied to the same entity, with equal visibility on all decisions and financials.

This isn’t about over-complication—it’s about fairness. By housing each project within its own company, we create clean boundaries. There’s no crossover between deals, no confusion about ownership, and no grey areas when it comes to responsibilities or returns.

Each party holds directorship and shares in the company, meaning both sides are accountable and aligned.

2. A Dedicated Bank Account for Full Financial Clarity

One of the biggest pain points we hear from investors who’ve had poor JV experiences elsewhere is a lack of financial transparency.

That’s why we open a dedicated business bank account under the new company for every project. All costs—from solicitor fees to build invoices—go through this account, and both PropInvest and the investor have real-time access.

There’s no waiting for spreadsheets, no chasing receipts. Everything is logged, dated, and accessible.

3. A Shared Google Drive with Live Project Data

We believe that trust comes from visibility. So we go beyond just financial transparency and share full operational access with our JV partners.

Every project has a shared Google Drive containing at minimum the following:

• Onboarding documents for contractors

• Build costs and budget breakdowns

• Gantt charts and timelines

• Photo and video updates, all time-stamped

• Legal paperwork and purchase documentation

Whether an investor wants to check in weekly or just once a month, the info is there—no need to ask, no need to wait.

4. Communication That Actually Works

We’ve made our fair share of communication mistakes in the past—relying too much on Whatsapp texts, verbal updates, or casual chats. Now, we have a system that keeps everything clear and consistent.

Our updates are structured and documented. Investors are looped in at key project milestones, and we host regular check-ins to ensure there’s always an open line of communication.

We know we’re managing high-value assets—and that deserves a high standard of reporting.

5. A Partnership, Not Just a Service

When we enter into a JV, we don’t see ourselves as just project managers or developers. We see ourselves as co-founders of that specific business.

That means we take the same level of care, urgency, and accountability as if we’d personally raised every pound. Our investors aren’t silent—they’re respected. And most importantly, they’re kept in the loop at every stage of the process.

This approach is exactly why so many of our partners return again and again. They know what to expect. They feel involved without having to manage the details. And they trust that we’re always acting in the best interest of the project.

Final Thought

Joint ventures work best when both sides bring value, stay aligned, and build real trust. For us, that trust starts with structure.

If you're an investor looking to scale into larger residential or mixed-use developments—and you want to work with a team that values transparency as much as results—our JV model might be exactly what you’ve been looking for.

Contact us today!