If you’re thinking of selling your rental property, here’s one simple but often overlooked tip: sell it through the same agent who’s been letting or managing it.
At Brookings, we do both — and that gives our landlords a real edge when it’s time to sell.
Because we already know your property, your tenants, and your goals, we’re in a far better position to guide the sale in a way that protects your income, keeps your tenants on side, and maximises your return.
One Team, Fully Informed
Unlike standalone sales agents, we don’t come in cold. Our team has been involved with your property from the start — either letting it, managing it, or both. That means we already know:
- Its full rental history
- What kind of buyers it will attract (investors, first-time buyers, etc.)
- Any quirks or selling points
- Your tenants and how to approach them
That inside knowledge means we can move faster, communicate better, and avoid unnecessary delays — all while keeping you fully informed and in control.
Keeping Tenants Happy = Smoother Sale
When tenants feel respected and informed, they’re much more likely to cooperate with viewings and look after the property while it’s being marketed.
Because we already have a relationship with your tenants, we know how to handle communication delicately — whether that’s scheduling viewings or advising you on the right time to serve notice.
This helps reduce the risk of a long void period, makes the sales process smoother, and keeps the tenant happy — which can also help the property present better to buyers.
Sales-Only Agents Often Miss the Bigger Picture
A sales agent who doesn’t manage or let your property might be focused purely on getting the deal done — even if that means suggesting you evict your tenants early or leave the property empty “just in case.”
The issue? An empty property is more vulnerable, can cost more to hold, and may push you into accepting lower offers out of pressure.
At Brookings, we look at the full picture. We work to keep your rental income flowing until the right moment, help with notice timing, and aim for a seamless handover — whether the buyer is an investor or a future homeowner.
Selling Through Brookings: One Joined-Up Service
Because we’re already your letting or managing agent and we have a full in-house sales team, you get the best of both worlds. There’s no duplication, no miscommunication between departments, and no time wasted bringing someone up to speed.
We can provide all the key documentation quickly (tenancy agreements, compliance records, rent statements), and we tailor the marketing approach based on how your property is currently performing and what kind of buyer makes sense.
Thinking of Selling?
If you’re even slightly considering a sale — whether now or later in the year — speak to us first.
Or simply get a 60 second online instant valuation by clicking here.
We’ll give you straight, informed advice based on the real-time position of your property and tenancy, and help you plan a sale that works for you, not just the market.
