Louise Hiley was SMC’s first member of staff and joined us on 14th February 2000. She has been a constant presence in the development of SMC from its earliest days. Continuity and developing long-standing relationships with clients has been a major factor in the development of the firm. Louise’s loyalty and enthusiasm has helped considerably […]

What is a Chartered Surveyor? Defining what a chartered surveyor is or does really depends on what area within land, property and construction a chartered surveyor works within. What connects all chartered surveyors is that they are highly trained and experienced property professionals who can provide advice on specialist property related matters. There are numerous […]

We are pleased to announce that Louise Downs has joined SMC as a Property Manager. She will be responsible for looking after the portfolios we manage on behalf of various of our clients. Louise joins us with a wealth of property experience, both commercial and residential. She has previously worked with The National Trust, Saxton […]

SMC have let unit 1 at Ironbridge Industrial Estate to Coco Sunbeds Ltd. SMC acted jointly with Bradford based commercial property agents, Starkeys on behalf of a landlord client. A new 6 year lease was agreed to Coco Sunbeds Ltd. The new tenant provides sunbed and fitness equipment for hire and sale and is relocating […]

SMC Chartered Surveyors have let 53 Middlewood Road to Sheffield Windows Doors & Conservatories. Acting for a private investor a new 6 year lease has been agreed for the ground floor shop. SMC were instructed to secure a new tenant in October 2019 with terms agreed shortly before the end of 2019. The new tenant will be […]

Intake Methodist Church has been sold via a private treaty sale. SMC Chartered Surveyors acted on behalf of the vendor, Sheffield Methodist Circuit. The building became available in late summer 2019 following the closure of the church. The 2,703 sq ft church building has been sold to a local businessman and will be the new […]

SMC Chartered Surveyors have re-let a former Lloyds bank to Broomhill Dental Practice. SMC acting on behalf of the landlord, negotiated a new 10 year lease. The deal secures a new use and occupier for the former bank premises which had been vacant following Lloyds closing the branch in 2019. Tapton House Ltd will run […]

SMC Chartered Surveyors have concluded the letting of 483 Glossop Road in the Broomhill area of Sheffield. Acting on behalf of a local investor client a new lease has been completed for the former gift shop. The premises had been vacant for approximately six months. The premises will be the new location for Fates and Fury […]

Every commercial property letting will be different, however there are actions you can take as a landlord to increase the likelihood of a good outcome. Achieving the best letting deal is what every landlord wants. As a commercial landlord how do you ensure you do all you can to achieve a successful deal? Below I […]

A New Year, a new job! SMC is recruiting. POSITION NOW FILLED! Part-time property manager required This is a great chance to join a busy and well-established firm of Chartered Surveyors based in Sheffield. We specialise in commercial property and manage portfolios for clients. We are looking for a Property Manager to fill an upcoming […]

On 20 December 2019, SMC is 20 years old. Mike Hull founded SMC in 1999. Saxton Mee Commercial Ltd was originally a joint venture with Saxton Mee and for several years we were part of the Saxton Mee group. In 2008 we became fully independent after buying out Saxton Mee’s stake. From very small beginnings, […]

Back in June, Mike and Heather Hull were involved in verifying two Guinness Book of World Record attempts. Jay Rawlings was going for the world record for distance travelled whilst balancing an unpowered lawnmower on his chin. At the same time he went for the endurance record. This all occurred at Glastonbury Festival where Mike and […]