20 May 2026
Understanding Lease Extension Valuations.
A practical guide on how lease length affects marriage value, premium calculations and statutory rights.
Independent expertise in property valuation
Chartered Surveyors & Valuers
Experienced, independent surveyors providing clear, professional valuations tailored to your property and circumstances.
From lease extensions and freehold purchases to probate and Capital Gains Tax, we provide trusted advice.
Over 20 Years of Industry Experience
RICS Regulated Firm Leasehold & Freehold Specialists Brighton & London Coverage
2004
Established In Brighton
Decades of rooted local presence across Brighton & Hove.
20+ Years
Specialist Experience
Expert knowledge across prime property valuation sectors.
1,000s
Valuations Completed
Trusted by homeowners, solicitors and managing agents.
London & SE
Wide Regional Reach
Covering Sussex, London, Surrey and beyond.
Chartered Surveyors & Valuers
Specialist property advice backed by experience
Established in Brighton in 2004 under the name Andrew Pridell Associates, Hobman Howlett provide specialist valuation advice to leaseholders, freeholders, solicitors and property owners. Our experienced Chartered Surveyors combine detailed market knowledge with clear, straightforward guidance across even the most complex valuation matters.
Specialists in valuation
Unrivaled focus on statutory leasehold and freehold reform, probate and taxation.
Clear advice from experienced surveyors
Clear reporting with no jargon, giving you clarity and confidence in negotiation.
Supporting clients from valuation to negotiation
Hands-on expert representation right through to First-tier Tribunal if needed.
Over two decades
of specialist property expertise
2004
Established in Brighton & Hove.
20+ Years
Specialist property experience
1,000s
Of valuation cases completed
UK Wide
Experience across London, the South East and beyond
Brighton & Hove Chartered Surveyors
Trusted Property Expertise Since 2004.
Established in 2004, we are an experienced company of Chartered Surveyors and Valuers based in Brighton.
We cover many aspects of valuation, such as providing advice and valuations for lease extensions and collective enfranchisements under the leasehold reform legislation, probate valuations, and valuations for Capital Gains Tax.
RICS Registered Valuers
Freehold Purchase Guidance
Independent Negotiation
HMRC Compliant Valuations
Putting the right solutions and methods in place
Expert property advice, whatever your valuation needs
We provide formal valuations and negotiation services across all key residential property sectors.
Lease Extensions
Expert valuation and negotiation advice to guide you clearly through the statutory lease extension process under the Leasehold Reform Housing and Urban Development Act 1993.
Freehold Enfranchisement
Professional advice and valuations to support leaseholders acquiring the freehold of their building collectively, handling all statutory calculations and negotiations.
Residential Property Valuations
Independent RICS Red Book compliant valuations for a wide range of residential property requirements, matrimonial disputes, shared ownership, and private sales.
Probate Valuations
Clear, accurate property valuations as of the date of death to support probate applications, Inheritance Tax calculations, and smooth estate administration.
Tax Valuations
Specialist property valuations for Capital Gains Tax, 1982 rebasing, Stamp Duty Land Tax, and other taxation requirements submitted to the District Valuer.
Help to Buy Valuations
RICS-compliant valuations formatted specifically for Target HCA when repaying your Help to Buy equity loan or preparing to sell your shared equity home.
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“Highly recommend Hobman Howlett. Tom Hobman has been so helpful throughout the entire process. He acted incredibly quickly, negotiated well on our behalf, and kept communication clear and consistent every step of the way. I will definitely be using them in the future.”
Clive Pollard
Brighton
“Would add to those who have positively rated the service. We have used Andrew Pridell Associates for a leasehold renewal and dealt with Tom Hobman and team, and they have been highly professional and attentive. Can only recommend.”
Andrew Macdonald-Turtle
Manchester
“We used Tom Hobman from Andrew Pridell Associates to provide a valuation and negotiate its purchase. Tom undertook the work in a prompt, professional and effective way. We would definitely recommend his services.”
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Islington
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Hobman Howlett are specialists in Capital Gains Tax valuations
Providing trusted local advice, highly rated service and clear guidance throughout the entire process. With extensive experience across Brighton, Hove and the surrounding areas, we make complex valuation matters simple to understand.
Our approach is professional, responsive and tailored to your individual circumstances.
Helping make smart financial decisions
No hidden fees, and no obligation initial discussion
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