"As we move into 2026, we’re exiting stealth mode and significantly accelerating our acquisition strategy, with a clear focus on doubling the number of businesses within the Dwelly family"
- Sam Humphreys - Dwelly
Dwelly has started 2026 by acquiring Brookdale Property Management, continuing a period of rapid expansion that saw the firm acquire six lettings businesses in 2025. These moves bring Dwelly’s total acquisition count to eight.
While 2025 established Dwelly as a rising force in the UK lettings industry, the company has identified 2026 as the year to exit stealth mode and intensify its acquisition strategy, aiming to double the number of businesses within the Dwelly family. The purchase of Brookdale Property Management marks the first step in this next phase of growth.
Based in Peterborough, Brookdale Property Management is a well-established lettings firm, adding 1,100 fully managed properties to Dwelly’s national portfolio. Founded and led by Dave Curtis, the company has earned a strong reputation for service and long-standing landlord relationships in the local market.
Following the acquisition, Curtis will retire, while the remaining leadership team will continue to run Brookdale Property Management, ensuring continuity for clients, landlords, and staff.
With the addition of Brookdale, Dwelly now manages approximately 10,000 properties across the UK. The deal was brokered by Atomic Consultancy, with Trust Audit providing audit and compliance support.
Sam Humphreys, head of M&A at Dwelly (pictured on the right), said: "2025 was a pivotal year for Dwelly. We quietly built momentum, acquired six exceptional businesses and laid the foundations for what comes next. As we move into 2026, we’re exiting stealth mode and significantly accelerating our acquisition strategy, with a clear focus on doubling the number of businesses within the Dwelly family."
"Brookdale Property Management is a fantastic example of the type of business we’re looking to partner with. It’s well run, has a strong local reputation and a committed team in place. We’re delighted that Richard is staying on to lead the business forward, and we want to thank Dave for building such a respected operation."
Dave Curtis, founder of Brookdale Property Management (pictured left), added: "I’m incredibly proud of what we’ve built at Brookdale over the years, particularly the level of service and care we’ve always put at the heart of the business. Long-standing landlord relationships and doing things properly have always mattered hugely to me, and that’s something I was determined to protect as part of any transition.
"I’m confident that joining Dwelly is the right next step for Brookdale’s future. Their approach to growth and their commitment to supporting both clients and teams within the businesses they acquire aligned perfectly with what I wanted for the business.
"As I step back and move into retirement, I do so knowing Brookdale is in safe hands. With Richard continuing to lead the team and Dwelly’s support behind him, the business is well placed to go from strength to strength while maintaining the service standards our clients expect."
Lucy Noonan, founder of Atomic Consultancy, said: "We were delighted to broker the transaction between Brookdale Property Management and Dwelly. Brookdale is a high-quality lettings business with a strong management team and loyal client base, making it an excellent strategic fit for Dwelly’s ambitious growth plans. It’s been a pleasure working with all parties to deliver a successful outcome."
Jacqueline Kilpatrick, director at Letts Acquire, added: "Acquisitions of this nature require careful handling when it comes to client money and regulatory compliance, particularly where continuity for landlords and tenants is a priority. Working alongside Dwelly and the wider advisory team, our role was to ensure the transition was robust, transparent and aligned with best practice, allowing the business to move forward with confidence from day one."
