News Archive for June 2016

Brown & Brooke Summer 2016 Sales OFFER!

With the weather being so unpredictable at the moment, what better way to spend the rainy afternoons than looking at the new properties coming onto the market and exploring what your property might be worth?

29 Jun 2016 Written by: Brown & Brooke

Brown & Brooke Summer Offers 2016 for Lettings!

So Landlords, how much is your property worth in rental value this summer?

29 Jun 2016 Written by: Brown & Brooke

Sales

We have successfully sold properties in Blackheath, Greenwich, Charlton, Woolwich, Deptford, Lewisham and beyond. If you want the focused attention that only a small independent can offer, look no further.

Lettings

As a fully qualified ARLA agency, we are able to offer a thorough, comprehensive and legally compliant tenant finding service for our local landlord clients. We feel fortunate to have so many repeat clients that come to us whenever they need new tenants.

Management

This is what we do best. We manage over 100 properties for landlords throughout the South East of London (and even some north of the river). We pride ourselves on our quality of communication throughout and the relationship we attempt to build with tenants in order to provide a smooth service for our clients.

Advice

Advice is free! We are happy to have our “brains picked” even if you are not a client or customer. We are here to help our local community – so whether you need a great plumber, or what a second opinion on a planned refurbishment, just give us a bell.

Inventories

We are also fully qualified to provide inventories for landlords. So, even if you do not want us to find your tenants, or you want to manage the property yourself – and inventory is still a great idea.

Property Valuations

All agents offer free valuations, but it is always good to get more than one opinion. Additionally, if you are planning a major renovation – we would be very happy to provide a “Before & After” service.

Portfolio Reviews

For multi-unit landlords, we recommend a full portfolio review every couple of years. Give us a bell to find out more.

Featured Properties

For Sale

For Sale - Blackheath, London, SE3

£390,000

Brown & Brooke are pleased to present this wonderfully refurbished two-bedroom conversion flat located on the top floor of this stunning Victorian building.

Sold STC

Sold STC - Charlton, London, SE7

£685,000

Beautiful family home for sale. This is a 3 bedroom, semi-detached period house, on a very sought after residential street. Property comprises to the ground floor; is a large reception room to ...

Sold

Sold - Charlton, London, SE7

£625,000

Three bedroom period house. Comprises lounge to the front of the property, kitchen/diner and utility room with separate w/c to ground floor. Upstairs are three bedrooms and a family bathroom. ...

Under Offer

Under Offer - Blackheath, London, SE3

From £1,400 pcm Tenancy Info

Let

Let - Charlton, London, SE7

£1,200 pcm Tenancy Info

Beautifully presented Edwardian maisonette. Situated on the sought after Charlton Slopes, this is perfect for a single professional or professional couple. Property could be a one bed with two ...

Let

Let - Blackheath, London, SE3

£1,300 pcm Tenancy Info

Brown & Brooke are delighted to offer this 2 bedroom maisonette in the heart of Westcombe Park. This immaculate property comprises large entrance hall, leading to modern fitted kitchen with ...

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Fees

Brown & Brooke Tenant Charges

At Brown & Brooke we like to keep it simple and straight forward so there are no hidden fees or hidden costs. So Tenants, below are the permitted payments that you may incur before, during or after your tenancy:

Holding Deposit A holding deposit is what is required to reserve a property once a rental offer is agreed. A holding deposit will be withheld should a tenant or guarantor fail any reference or Right-To-Rent check, if any misleading or false information is given or the tenant does not sign a tenancy agreement within 15 calendar days (unless mutually agreed in writing otherwise).	One weeks rent (per tenancy)
Rent in Advance	One month
Security Deposit
Per Tenancy, rent under £50,000 per year	5 weeks rent
Per Tenancy, rent above £50,000 per year	6 weeks rent
Unpaid Rent	Any unpaid rent will be charged at 3% above the Bank of England base rate from the Rent Due Date in order to pursue the non-payment of rent until the amount outstanding is paid.
Loss of Keys, Access/Security Device	Tenants will be charged and are liable for the costs of replacing any keys, access or security devices. In a result of a loss where a lock is required to be changed, the costs of a locksmith, a new lock and keys needed for any relevant party will all be charged to the tenant.
Variation of contract any time
To cover costs for preparations and execution of new documents required	£50 (Incl. VAT)
Change of Sharer or Replacement Tenant at any time	£50 (Incl. VAT)
To cover costs for any costs for referencing and Right-To-Rent checks on new tenants, deposit registration and preparation and execution of new documents required
Early Termination	Should a tenant wish to leave a property early, when there is no break-clause in place, the tenant will be liable for all rent due under the tenancy until the start date of a new tenancy as well as costs for re-letting of the property. This cost will not be any more than the maximum amount of rent outstanding on the tenancy.

Brown and Brooke are members of CMP for client money protection. Brown and Brooke are also members of The Property Ombudsman independent redress scheme.

Brown & Brooke calculate rent per week and per calendar month from the annual rental income for the chosen property. Please note deposit amounts will vary from property to property, but the rest of our fees are fixed for every tenancy. Please contact us if you have any questions. Brown & Brooke are happy to provide complimentary rental advice for both Landlords and Tenants.

Refundable Holding deposit - Capped at 1 weeks rent

Security Deposit - Capped at 5 weeks rent for annual rental under £50,000, or 6 weeks rent for annual rental over £50,000

Rent - The agreed monthly rent

Changes to tenancy - Capped at £50 inc VAT

Early termination charge - Not exceeding the landlord’s financial losses

Late payment of rent - Interest of 3% above BoE base rate for each day the rent is late, once it is 14 days overdue

Replacement keys - Reasonable costs or give the tenant the option to purchase themselves

Utilities, council tax, communication services, TV Licence etc - Tenants own responsibility unless otherwise stated in contract

Client Money Protection Scheme Membership details - C0129184

Property Redress Scheme Membership details - The law requires your membership details