Sowerbys has expanded its lettings business in Norfolk after acquiring the property management portfolio of Birds Estate Agents in Hunstanton.
The deal sees Sowerbys take over the management of Birds’ rental properties, strengthening its presence in Hunstanton and the surrounding area.
Birds Estate Agents has operated in the town since 1988, building a lettings business under the leadership of Jill Cairns.
As part of the acquisition, Paula Bingley, who has worked at Birds for 22 years, will join Sowerbys’ Hunstanton office.
Her appointment will provide continuity for landlords and tenants transferring to the new management arrangements.
The acquisition adds to Sowerbys’ existing lettings operation, although the company has not disclosed the number of properties involved or the financial terms of the transaction.
Ed Tyman, lettings and operations director at Sowerbys, said: “We’re really pleased to welcome Birds’ landlords and tenants, and Paula, to Sowerbys. Both businesses have long histories as independent estate agents, and spending time with Jill made it clear how much we share in our approach to looking after customers.
“It has been a pleasure working with Jill and Paula throughout the process. Jill and the team have built a reputation to be proud of, and we look forward to continuing that personal service, with Paula providing valuable continuity for landlords and tenants.”
