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Reeds Rains Rebrands Hull Branch After Acquisition of Kaye’s Estate Agents

Reeds Rains has completed the rebranding and reopening of its Newland branch in Hull following the acquisition of Kaye’s Estate Agents. The transaction includes the transfer of a fully managed lettings portfolio to the new branch.

Former owner Neil Kaye attended the opening to hand over the business to branch manager Paul Rogers and his team. Neil Kaye sold the estate agency as he enters retirement after more than 20 years operating in the Hull property market.

Franchise Expansion in Yorkshire and the Humber

The acquisition is part of Reeds Rains’ expansion strategy across Yorkshire and the Humber region. Rogers Stewart, the franchise partner operating the branch, now runs seven branches across Yorkshire and Teesside under the Reeds Rains brand.

The move reflects ongoing activity among property professionals and franchises in the UK market, with franchise models consolidating local independent operators under larger brand umbrellas.

Service Integration for Lettings Clients

Customers at the Newland branch will now have access to the wider Reeds Rains service infrastructure, including the MyReedsRains online customer portal and the network of branches operated through LSL Estate Agency Franchising.

The Hull branch represents Rogers Stewart’s presence in the city’s property market, combining local market knowledge with national brand recognition. The acquisition adds to the network of estate agencies operating across the UK.