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Laceys corporate team recently advised on the merger of two of Bournemouth’s largest property management agencies, Burns Property Management and Lettings and Hamilton Townsend. The new group will trade under the name Burns Hamilton, providing a comprehensive service for their customers residential property management needs.

As members of the Association of Residential Managing Agents (ARMA) and the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and with a combined experience of over 70 years, Burns Hamilton will expend their expert management of property in Dorset and Hampshire.

Sam Freeman, head of the firm’s corporate department, led the deal with support from Victoria Boynes-Butler. They worked closely with every involved party to ensure that all mandatory formalities and protections were in place while appreciating the practical consideration of the transaction and future needs.

Caroline Kelleway, Burns Property Management and Lettings Limited praised the team saying, “First Class Service. Sam and Victoria were an absolute pleasure to work with whilst expertly guiding us through the pitfalls of the merger. I would highly recommend anyone considering an acquisition or merger to speak with Sam.”

Tim Townsend, Hamilton Townsend added, “I was pleased to work with Sam and Victoria who managed to simplify this matter for us, and explain the intricacies of the transaction at each stage and advise us accordingly. They provided great flexibility in working with us both and guiding us through this whole transaction.”