Business Details
We are VDBM, an established independent firm of Chartered Surveyors operating across London and the wider UK. Our team brings together years of experience and a wealth of local knowledge to every client engagement. We provide a comprehensive range of commercial property services, tailored to meet the specific needs of property owners and occupiers. Our expertise includes strategic property advice for individuals, companies and charities, grounded in rigorous professional standards. We specialise in preparing valuations and reports for purposes such as Probate, Capital Gains Tax, Company Accounts and Charities Act compliance. Our agency services cover acquisitions, investments, sales and lettings, supported by detailed market analysis and negotiation skills.
We manage rent reviews and lease renewals, ensuring clients achieve optimal terms whilst adhering to legislative requirements. Our property management offering encompasses rent collection, monthly client reports, routine inspections and coordinated maintenance. We supervise repairs, arrange statutory testing and liaise with auditors to maintain transparent service charge accounting. We also provide dilapidations assessments, party wall advice and lease extension services with the same rigorous approach. We remain committed to solving complex property problems and delivering consistent client satisfaction.
We manage rent reviews and lease renewals, ensuring clients achieve optimal terms whilst adhering to legislative requirements. Our property management offering encompasses rent collection, monthly client reports, routine inspections and coordinated maintenance. We supervise repairs, arrange statutory testing and liaise with auditors to maintain transparent service charge accounting. We also provide dilapidations assessments, party wall advice and lease extension services with the same rigorous approach. We remain committed to solving complex property problems and delivering consistent client satisfaction.
Highlights and features
- We are Chartered Surveyors with extensive UK property expertise.
- Our team offers tailored advice for diverse property objectives.
- We provide valuations compliant with Charities Act and tax requirements.
- Our agency service delivers strategic acquisitions and disposals.
- We manage properties with transparent rent collection and reporting.
Services
Agency
We handle property acquisitions, investments, sales and lettings for commercial clients across London and the UK. Our service targets owners, investors and occupiers seeking expert transaction support. Clients benefit from detailed market analysis, skilled negotiation and successful deal completion.
Valuations
We prepare Red Book valuations and reports for Probate, Capital Gains Tax, Company Accounts and Charities Act purposes. This service serves property owners, trustees and companies requiring formal valuation documentation. Clients receive accurate, compliant valuations that support legal, tax and strategic decisions.
Property Management
We deliver comprehensive property management including rent collection, monthly reports and routine inspections for landlords. Our service covers individual shop units to multilet office buildings across London and the UK. Clients gain efficient operations, regulatory compliance and proactive maintenance of their assets.
Lease Advisory
We assist with rent reviews and lease renewals, ensuring optimal terms for landlords and tenants. This service targets commercial leaseholders seeking expert guidance on rent adjustments and lease extensions. Clients benefit from professional negotiation, legislative compliance and successful lease outcomes.
Dilapidations
We provide dilapidations assessments and schedule of condition reports for commercial properties. This service assists landlords and tenants at lease end or during occupancy. Clients receive clear, expert analysis that supports fair settlement of repair liabilities.
Reviews (5)
Sharon Kersley
Sep 28, 2020
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Richard at VDBM looked after the sale of our late Mums property during a time that you can imagine was not only emotional, but stressful and at times overwhelming. From the first meeting, Richard put our minds at rest and we knew we wanted VDBM to manage the sale.
Richards experience and understanding was extensive and never hesitated to meet with us beforehand and give if his time in multiple lengthy consultations without fee, so that we could explain our situation, understand our sale options and get a view of the market both in terms of purchasers and developers. The fee structure was discussed
Richards experience and understanding was extensive and never hesitated to meet with us beforehand and give if his time in multiple lengthy consultations without fee, so that we could explain our situation, understand our sale options and get a view of the market both in terms of purchasers and developers. The fee structure was discussed
Jas P.
Oct 11, 2018
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I recently engaged VDBM Chartered Surveyors services with a challenging client. I was thrilled with the support VDBM Chartered Surveyors provided and with customer care and diligence. I was very impressed at the rate they were able to recover my money. I highly recommend them for rent review support and evaluations.
John Sheldrick
Sep 21, 2018
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Neil Altman and his team are thoroughly professional in all their dealings and most efficient. They are reasonably priced and offer a great service; I would highly recommend them to my clients and contacts. Keep up the good work!
Rupal Shah
Sep 01, 2018
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Received a very professional service from Richard throughout a very long process of reassignment of a lease. Very efficient in responding on time, courteous throughout and I would be more than happy to recommend them
Amy Strachan
Jul 21, 2018
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WONDERFUL STEVICE! I couldnt recommend them more. I got locked out of the (beautiful) flat I rent with them, and they were there with spare keys within 10mins. Very professional and friendly staff. Special thanks to Neil for coming with keys and rescuing me!
