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Keep up to date with what’s happening in Bromley and the local property market.
If you’re thinking of buying, selling, or renting out property in Bromley, this blog is the best way to get up to speed.
5 Tips for the Perfect Home Office
With more and more people continuing to work from home, and the desire for properties with a home office or workspace having dramatically increased…
Is it cheaper to buy or rent a home?
When it comes to finding somewhere to live, it has previously always been a given that it is cheaper financially to buy a home and…
Bromley Property Company and Coney Hall FC U9 Tigers- an update!
This past year we’ve been delighted to have sponsored the U9 Tigers team at West Wickham-based Coney Hall Football Club. Despite a season heavily…
Home Improvements that add the most value
When it comes to home improvements, there are two main factors at play- whether or not what you decide to do adds value to…
10 Tips for adding value to your garden when selling your property
Before putting their house on the market, many of our clients make a great effort to declutter and make the inside of their house as…
Buying and selling a house with subsidence
One of the things that strikes fear in the heart of anyone buying a property is hearing the word ‘subsidence’. From a buyer’s point of…
Should you buy a property with a friend?
With the cost of buying a house or flat increasing, deciding to buy property with friends, siblings or other family members can make the dream…
Bromley Property Company partnering with Hayes School for ‘Girls in Sport’
Here at Bromley Property Company we’re delighted to announce that we’ve partnered with Hayes Secondary School for their exciting ‘Girls in Sport’ project that begins…
Our tips for viewing an empty property
When it comes to potentially buying an empty property, it can be very hard to visualise what a place COULD look like and the kind…
Buying a house in a flood risk area
Although the majority of properties are not situated in a flood risk area, a not-insignificant ARE, even if they’re not obviously situated beside water. It…
Our guide to buying a listed property
The character and charm of a a listed property is certainly a big draw for many people when it comes to buying a new home,…
What to do if your buyer pulls out
One of the most nerve-wracking things about the whole property buying and selling process, is the worry that once someone has made an offer on…
What happens if a property you like is ‘under offer’?
On the blog today, we’re talking about what happens if a property you really like is under offer, and whether or not it is possible…
Questions you should ask an agent before renting a property
If you’re considering renting a property and going via an agent, you need to make sure that you’re prepared and asking them the right…
Our guide to buying land
When it comes to buying land, our experienced team here at Bromley Property Company can help with a number of things, from feasibility studies and…
Our tips for buying a renovation project property
We tend to find that our potential property buyers sit in two camps: Those who want to remain relatively stress-free, move into a place and…
How to get your paperwork ready for selling a property
Before you sell your property, one of the most important things you can do is to make sure that all of your legal paperwork in…
Get moving this Spring with Bromley Property Company
We know that there are a large number of people looking to move house in the Bromley area, and a great many people coming to…
Questions to ask when buying a house
Buying a new house (or any property for that matter) is a huge commitment, and can often be a little daunting. Even if you’re not…
4 Common Mistakes Landlords can make (and how to avoid them)
The Buy-to-let market continues to be big business here in the UK, including the Bromley area. Many people are keen to invest in property to…
Let’s Move to…. Downe
Located 3.4 miles (5.5 km) south west of Orpington, the village of Downe is a picturesque slice of countryside nestled still within the M25, and…
Buying a property? Why you should get a survey
If you’re looking to buy a property, one of the things we highly recommend you budget for is a survey on your prospective purchase. Below are…
The Stamp Duty Holiday Extension – What does this mean for the property market?
If you’ve been following news of the Chancellor’s latest budget today, you’ll know about the proposed Stamp Duty Holiday extension- but if you missed it,…
5 Things buyers should look for in a garden
Living somewhere with a beautiful garden can really help to boost your mood AND add value to your property. When buying a property, many people…
Reasons why landlords don’t return a rental deposit
If you’re renting a property there’s bound to be a time when you are going to want your rental deposit back once you move on.…
What’s the difference between a Leasehold and Freehold property?
When it comes to buying a property, ‘leasehold’ and ‘freehold’ are terms that crop up all the time, but actually a surprising number of people…
Things that can affect the value of your property
When you’re looking to sell a property, you may or may not have a rough idea as to how much your home might be worth,…
Everything you need to know about probate properties
Whilst many of us will have heard the term probate before, and have a rough idea of what it means, many people have no real…
Top tips for planning a house extension
Here at Bromley Property Company we frequently sell ‘doer-upper’ properties to buyers who plan on totally renovating them, and more often than not this means…
Looking for Mortgage Advice for 2021? We chat to Paul Martins, Mortgage Evolution
When it comes to buying and selling property, it’s certainly been a funny old year, with people unsure when it comes to mortgage advice…
Happy New Year!
We’d like to wish all of our clients and readers a Happy New Year, and we are very much going into 2021 feeling positive about…
Merry Christmas from all of us at Bromley Property Company!
We’d like to wish all of our clients and followers a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! We know that this year has…
6 things you need to know before buying a flat
Buying a flat (or maisonette!) is a bit more complicated than buying a house, for several reasons (which we will explain in this post!). There…
7 Ways landlords can prepare for winter
As the nights draw in and it’s getting colder, it’s that time of year when if you’re a landlord you should be thinking about some…
Let’s move to… Bromley
It’s funny that despite having written several area guides now for other parts of the Bromley borough, that we haven’t actually written one for Bromley…
Coney Hall U9 Tigers fully kitted-out!
We thought we’d share a photo on our blog today of just how great the Coney Hall FC U9 Tigers look in their new kits,…
How to let a property legally & safely during the Covid-19 pandemic
With the property market currently booming, even during a global pandemic, it has also still been possible (and very much in demand) to rent and…
Will the new lockdown affect the property market and moving house?
Last Saturday we received the news that England would go into a second, new lockdown as of today, Thursday November 5 until at least December…
Let’s move to… Bickley
Bickley is an area of the Bromley Borough that has become consistently popular with families looking to be close to Bromley, yet with good commuter…
Things that are often overlooked when viewing a property
When people are looking to buy a new home, there are often things that tend to be overlooked when it comes to viewing a property.…
5 Minutes with… Becky Freeman, Digital Marketing Bromley Property Company
We spend a few minutes catching up with Bromley Property Company’s Becky Freeman, who runs our Digital Marketing and Social Media channels! Have you always lived…
Tips for preparing your children for moving house
With the majority of the Bromley Property Company team parents ourselves, we understand the worries and anxiety that our clients can face with regards to…
Sponsoring Old Wilsonians Junior Football Club!
We are delighted to announce that we are to sponsor West Wickham-based Old Wilsonians Junior Football Club for the coming season! Here at Bromley Property…
Tips for selling your property by Christmas
Now schools are back after a (VERY) long summer and September is here, it’s that time of year when many people who were thinking about…
Let’s Move to… Chislehurst
Located in the London Borough of Bromley and 12 miles South-East from Central London, Chislehurst is popular with commuters and their families due to it’s…
5 Home Selling Mistakes you should avoid
Buying and selling a property can be a stressful business! We’re always on hand when it comes to advice for moving, and with this in…
Bromley Property Company sponsors Coney Hall FC U9 Tigers
This week we’re delighted to announce another way that we’re supporting the local community- by sponsoring Coney Hall FC U9 Tigers football home kits! Our…
Kitchen staging tips for preparing your home for sale
A major kitchen renovation can cost a lot of money. So how can you make your current kitchen more appealing to prospective buyers with kitchen…
Sell your property quickly – our top tips
Here at Bromley Property Company, one of the questions we’re often asked by potential sellers is how to sell your property quickly, and how to…
5 Tips for selling your home during the summer
Whilst the summer is often known as being a quieter time to sell, right now post-lockdown we’re busier than ever, with lots of properties going…
Stamp Duty Changes: Everything you need to know
As announced by the chancellor, Rishi Sunak, the new stamp duty holiday has got potential property purchasers excited, as it means that any purchase of…
Let’s move to… Orpington
As one of the last towns before you hit the green belt and the M25, Orpington in the Borough of Bromley offers a speedy commute…
Bromley Schools Catchments Guide
When it comes to families looking to purchase a property with us, some of the most popular questions asked are around Bromley schools catchments, both…
Why you shouldn’t ever knowingly overprice your home
When it comes to selling a property, understandably one of the key things sellers want is the best price possible for their home, but there’s…
How to move valuable items during a house move
If you’ve moved house in the past, you may well have had a bad experience when it comes to losing or misplacing valuable items during…
Coronavirus Act 2020 and landlords
Further to the implementation of the Coronavirus Bill (now the Coronavirus Act 2020), special measures have been brought in to assist tenants affected by coronavirus.…
How to move house safely during the coronavirus pandemic
One of the key queries we’ve had from both potential buyers/sellers, and also from our existing clients in the midst of the property purchasing process,…
The Property Market during Covid-19: We answer your questions
On the blog today we thought we would answer some popular questions regarding the property market during covid-19, and the current situation. We also discuss…
The Coronavirus Situation: Following Government Advice & Allowing Property Viewings to take place again
Delighted might be too flippant a word to use today, at a time when there is still much justified anxiety around the coronavirus situation, but…
Landlord Tips for Decorating Rental Properties
You might not think that spending time and effort on decor and furnishings for your rental property is worth it, but whilst it might not…
Selling a property during lockdown
So, you’ve decided to move, either put your house on the market (or made the decision to), then this current, worrying, Coronavirus situation struck. Can…
Maximise the light in your home ready for selling
One of the things that prospective buyers of a property often comment on, both in positive and negative ways, is the amount of light that…
Bromley Property Company featured in London Evening Standard
At such a turbulent time we are over the moon to write that our proactive approach to being an estate agent during the Covid-19 crisis…
When life gives you lemons…making the most of the current situation with Vendor Video Tours!
In the current climate we are now pleased to be offering vendor video tours of some of our current properties- a great way to view…
Let’s move to…Keston
As you head towards outer Bromley, you’ll find yourself in the picturesque village of Keston, where the people who live here get all the advantages…
Keeping calm and carrying on…
These past couple of weeks have been just a little bit odd haven’t they? With coroanvirus spreading around the world, and some uncertainty as to…
Love it or list it? Whether to extend your home or move on
Love it or list it? It’s a problem faced by most people at some stage in their lives: your home no longer offers the space…
How to hold an open house day when putting your home on the market
If you’re selling a property and wondering if holding an open house is a good idea, we have some great hints and tips over on…
Changes afoot for landlords: Capital Gains Taxes
Did you know that there are tax changes coming into force in April which will affect landlords selling rental properties? At the moment, capital gains…
Student in the family? Should you buy or rent a property for your children?
If you have the funds, buying a property for your children to live in while they’re at university can be a good move. Plenty of university towns and…
Let’s move to… Beckenham
With a packed high street full of shops, restaurants and bars, green spaces and a ‘village’ feel, Beckenham is a place that we always receive…
Busy times for us at Bromley Property Company!
It’s busy times for us here at Bromley Property Company: The London property market has picked up significantly again.
Bromley Property Company on Social Media
In these days of nearly everyone being online and using social media of some kind, we thought it would be silly not to mention that…
10 Landlord Health & Safety Obligations
Landlords? Here are 10 health and safety obligations you should be following.
Merry Christmas!
We’d like to wish all of our clients and followers a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! We’d also like to thank you…
We’re Sponsoring Hayes School Basketball teams!
We’re delighted to sponsor the Hayes School basketball teams, and once again support local.
Let’s move to… Hayes, Bromley
Considered one of the most desirable places to live in the Bromley area, largely due to it’s great primary AND secondary schools, transport links and…
Landlords: How to attract & keep a long term tenant
Have a property you’d like to rent out? We have tips for landlords on how to attract and keep a long-term tenant.
Gearing up for the festive season in Bromley!
It’s nearly that time of year… as much as we’re holding off and trying not to peak too soon Christmas-wise, it’s inevitable that the old…
How is Brexit affecting the housing market?
With Brexit limping towards another delayed deadline for completion early next year, the white elephant in the property world is almost certainly: “Is Brexit affecting…
The Coney Hall Ball & How to help raise more money
On Friday 18th October we attended (and sponsored!) the Coney Hall Ball, a fantastically successful event that raised just over £5,200 for ‘the Friends of…
5 Minutes with…Stuart Jackson, Lettings & Sales at Bromley Property Company
We spent a few minutes catching up with Stuart Jackson, who is in charge of Sales & Lettings here at Bromley Property Company! How long…
Costs to think about when moving house
Everyone knows that moving house can be expensive, but how do you make sure that you’re prepared and not surprised by any ‘hidden’ or forgotten…
Tips for making your rental property feel like home
We know if can be difficult if you’re living in a rental property to put your ‘stamp’ on it and make it feel like yours.…
Let’s move to… Coney Hall
Considered semi-rural, yet with many of the conveniences of good public transport links and a decent run of shops, it’s the best of both worlds…
Is time ticking for the High Street Estate agent?
In light of last week’s sad demise of British travel agent stalwart Thomas Cook, and talk turning to the struggle that High Street travel agents…
Thinking of relocating to a new area? Here are our top tips
There are many lots of reasons why you may decide to sell up and consider relocating to a new area. Whether it’s for a new…
Get moved in before Christmas…
We know that it’s never popular mentioning the ‘C’ word in September, but the reality is that if you want to be moved and settled…
Inherited a Property? The Key things to consider
Inherited a property? This can either be a very welcome gift or an upsetting surprise, but either way it can be a stressful time as…
What we got up to this summer…
Looking back over the summer, we’ve been so happy to have been involved with the local Bromley community, and it’s actually been a busy time…
When is the best time to sell your home?
Here at Bromley Property Company we realise that there is so much to think about when you’re considering putting your house on the market. Along…
Empty Nest? Some top tips if you’re considering downsizing
Like many parents who have raised their children in the larger family home, there comes a time once the children have left home to attend…
Our essential property buying checklist!
It’s well documented that moving house is one of the most stressful things a person will experience, but by being prepared you can make the…
Let’s Move to… Petts Wood
Located between Chislehurst and Orpington, Petts Wood is becoming more and more popular for families looking to move out of more central London to…
10 Things you should know about tenancy agreements
Here at Bromley Property Company we look after many properties available for rental, and help and advise landlords if necessary, as well as prospective tenants.…
How to help your pet on moving day
Moving house a stressful time for everyone. Having animals can contribute to the stress, as you wonder how to help your pet on moving day. Unfortunately, this…
Our top tips for decluttering your home to sell
There’s nothing like the idea of moving house to suddenly make it SO much easier to ditch the clutter and have a good sort out.…
Let’s move to… Biggin Hill
Biggin Hill is probably best know for its role during the Battle of Britain in the summer of 1940, when Spitfire squadrons were stationed there.…
What to expect on moving day
When you’re in the thick of selling your house, actual moving day can often seem like a long way down the line. If you…
5 Minutes with… Lewis McKale, Director Bromley Property Company
We spend a few minutes catching up with our Bromley Property Company Director, Lewis McKale, who was born and bred in Bromley, and talk to…
Reasons buyers fall in love with a house
Reasons buyers fall in love with a house… making the decision to sell the family home, and arranging viewings of potential new homes can be…
Why you should always use a professional photographer when selling your house
When it comes to selling your home, first impressions count. For a large number of house- hunters, they first time they clap eyes on a…
Kicking off Monday with our ‘Refer a friend’ scheme!
Here at Bromley Property Company, we love the fact that we do so much business through word-of-mouth because our customers have great experiences with us.…
Let’s move to… West Wickham
West Wickham is an area of the Bromley Borough that pops up constantly for us as agents as somewhere where families want to move…
Contact Bromley Property Company
We’re here to help you buy, sell, or rent properties in Bromley. Call 020 8462 7155 or email info@bromleypropertycompany.com to enquire about our services or arrange a valuation.
