Lewis the Estate Agent

Lewis the Estate Agent We specialise in selling and renting property in the Bromley Borough of Kent.

Your trusted Bromley property expert. 🏠 Sales with Lewis the Estate Agent + lettings & management with Property Company Group. 20+ years of local knowledge, honest advice & results. Combining competitive fees with great presentation and expert knowledge of the area.

Nothing beats hearing feedback like this 🙏After 20 years working in Hayes, West Wickham and Bromley, I genuinely care ab...
04/06/2026

Nothing beats hearing feedback like this 🙏

After 20 years working in Hayes, West Wickham and Bromley, I genuinely care about every client I work with - not just the transaction, but the outcome that's right for them.

"Lewis doesn't just know the market - he knows the area. Honest, knowledgeable and genuinely cared about getting us the right result. Couldn't recommend him more highly."
- Sarah T., West Wickham

If you're thinking about making a move in South London, I'd love to have a conversation.

https://theagencyuk.com/our-agents/lewis-mckale/

Post-Renters' Rights Act compliance checklist 📋✅Save this one, landlords 👇1️⃣ Gas Safety Certificate - annual, legally r...
03/06/2026

Post-Renters' Rights Act compliance checklist 📋✅

Save this one, landlords 👇

1️⃣ Gas Safety Certificate - annual, legally required
2️⃣ Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) - every 5 years
3️⃣ Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) - minimum E rating
4️⃣ Deposit protected in an approved scheme within 30 days
5️⃣ Ombudsman registration - now mandatory under new rules

PLUS under the Renters' Rights Act:
→ Your property must meet the Decent Homes Standard
→ You must be registered with the new Landlord Ombudsman
→ Any rent increase must be via the correct notice procedure

If any of these make you nervous - that's exactly why we have a legislation update service. We keep your compliance current so you never get caught out.

https://www.bromleypropertycompany.com/property-management

02/06/2026

JUST LISTED | Petts Wood | £350,000

Two bedrooms, a summer house, and that feeling when you walk into a place and just know - this one’s got it.

This maisonette in Petts Wood ticks a lot of boxes. You’ve got two good-sized bedrooms, a layout that actually works, and out the back - a proper summer house. Whether that becomes your home office, a hobby space, or somewhere to sit with a coffee on a Sunday morning, it’s one of those extras that makes a real difference to how you live at home.

Petts Wood itself is a brilliant spot - great schools, the high street, the station, and that village feel that’s genuinely hard to find this close to London.

At £350,000, this is strong value for what you’re getting. Properties like this don’t hang around - and in my experience, the ones with outdoor extras always generate the most interest early doors.

If you’d like to arrange a viewing or just want to know more, get in touch with me directly.

Not all home improvements are created equal. After 20 years in the South London property market, here's what I've seen a...
01/06/2026

Not all home improvements are created equal. After 20 years in the South London property market, here's what I've seen actually move the needle - and what doesn't. 👇
5 upgrades that genuinely add value:

✅ A well-fitted kitchen - buyers make up their minds fast, and the kitchen is where deals are won or lost
✅ A converted loft - usable square footage is one of the strongest value drivers in Hayes, West Wickham and Bromley
✅ A new bathroom - it doesn't need to be luxury, just clean, modern and well-finished
✅ Kerb appeal - fresh render, a painted front door, tidy landscaping. First impressions set the price expectation before anyone steps inside
✅ Energy efficiency upgrades - insulation, double glazing, a modern boiler. Buyers are increasingly focused on running costs

2 that rarely pay back what you put in:

❌ A swimming pool - maintenance costs put more buyers off than it attracts
❌ Over-the-top personalisation - bold wallpaper, statement colour schemes and bespoke built-ins can actually reduce your buyer pool

The best advice I can give? Before spending a penny, have a conversation. What adds value depends on your specific property, street and target buyer.

I'm always happy to chat through what's worth doing before you go to market.

https://theagencyuk.com/our-agents/lewis-mckale/

Renewal time. The moment most landlords dread 😬Too high a rent rise = tenant leaves. Too low = money left on the table. ...
29/05/2026

Renewal time. The moment most landlords dread 😬

Too high a rent rise = tenant leaves. Too low = money left on the table. Get the tone wrong = an awkward conversation that damages the relationship.

It's a balance - and we negotiate it for you.

Our renewal service means:

📊 We advise on fair market rent based on current South London data
💬 We handle the conversation with your tenant professionally
📋 We manage all paperwork - no admin for you
🤝 We protect both the relationship and your return

Under the Renters' Rights Act, all tenancies are now periodic. There's no longer a defined "renewal" moment, but the conversation about rent and expectations still happens.

We navigate all of it 🧭

https://www.bromleypropertycompany.com/property-management

28/05/2026

Thinking of selling? Don’t renovate your whole kitchen… do THIS instead.

One of the biggest misconceptions I see is sellers thinking they need to invest in a full kitchen renovation before going on the market.

In most cases, you really don’t.

Buyers aren’t always looking for a brand new kitchen - they’re looking for a space that feels clean, well-maintained, and easy to imagine themselves in.

That’s where smart presentation comes in.

Simple changes can make a huge difference:
✔️ Deep clean and declutter
✔️ Update handles or fixtures
✔️ Refresh with neutral styling
✔️ Improve lighting where possible

These small, cost-effective updates can help your kitchen feel brighter, more modern, and more appealing - without the time, stress, and expense of a full refurbishment.

The goal isn’t to completely change the space - it’s to present it in the best possible way.

If you’re thinking about selling and aren’t sure where to focus your efforts, I’m always happy to offer some honest advice.

https://theagencyuk.com/our-agents/lewis-mckale/

If you're a first time buyer reading this, here's the part nobody is telling you. Mortgage rates are higher than they we...
26/05/2026

If you're a first time buyer reading this, here's the part nobody is telling you.

Mortgage rates are higher than they were six months ago. Yes. But also:

Average earnings are up 3.9% on last year. Asking prices are down 0.9%. The Loan to Income cap was reviewed in 2025, meaning lenders can now stretch to 5x or even 5.5x salary for first time buyers with a strong profile. There are more 90% LTV deals on the market than at any point on record. Stock is at a ten year high, so you have actual choice for the first time in years. And the typical first time buyer home outside London now costs around £1,038 a month on a 2 year fixed at 80% LTV.

That isn't cheap. Nothing is cheap right now. But the picture is genuinely better than it was, and the gap between renting and buying is narrowing in real terms.

The trick is not to wait for perfect conditions. Perfect conditions never arrive. The trick is to know your number, your area, your mortgage agreement in principle, and to be ready to move when the right home in Bromley appears.

Want to talk through what that actually looks like for your situation? Get in touch with me today 📲

https://theagencyuk.com/our-agents/lewis-mckale/

If your home is going on the market this coming month, the next four weeks will tell you everything. May into June is th...
25/05/2026

If your home is going on the market this coming month, the next four weeks will tell you everything.

May into June is the busiest the property market gets all year. Buyers are out, the gardens look their best, and the longer days do half the marketing for you.

But the data tells a sharper story. Most homes that sell in spring receive 70% of their interest in the first two weeks. A home that gets an enquiry on day one is around 80% likely to sell. A home that gets nothing in the first fortnight drops to roughly 40%.

So the question isn't whether spring is a good time to sell in Hayes, West Wickham, or the wider Bromley area. It is. The question is whether your launch is good enough to make spring count.

Pricing right from day one. Photography that earns the second click. A description that tells your home's story properly. A board, a video, a floorplan, the lot.
That's what a proper launch looks like. And right now, in this market, it's the difference between selling well and sitting still.

If you're thinking about going to market in Bromley, let's have a proper conversation before you list. The first impression only happens once.

https://theagencyuk.com/our-agents/lewis-mckale/

The most expensive thing in property? Void periods 💸Every time a tenancy ends, you're facing potential weeks of lost ren...
22/05/2026

The most expensive thing in property? Void periods 💸

Every time a tenancy ends, you're facing potential weeks of lost rent, re-letting costs, and admin.

The best way to avoid them? Keep great tenants happy 🌟

Under the new Renters' Rights Act, tenants now have stronger security of tenure. That means the relationship between landlord and tenant matters more than ever.

Here's what we focus on:
💬 Fast, professional responses to all tenant queries
🔧 Maintenance sorted quickly - no waiting weeks for a tradesperson
📞 A single point of contact tenants actually trust
🤝 Treating tenants as valued customers - not just a rent payment

When tenants feel valued, they stay longer. It's that simple.

That's the Property Company Group approach to property management 🏠

https://www.bromleypropertycompany.com/property-management

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