About Us

Making Moving Easy

Smooth Move Estates has been providing sales and letting services across Essex for over 14 years.

Our dedicated team of professionals ensure they only take on properties they know they can sell or let to the right people. Our focus is making sure we work for all parties in achieving the best outcome while being competitive enough to offer the lowest rates to buyers, sellers, tenants and landlords.

Moving is a busy and exciting time and we’re here to make sure the experience goes smoothly by offering all the help needed from our extensive resources.

The company is fully compliant with the latest regulations. However, our biggest strength is the genuinely warm, friendly and professional approach. We always establish direct lines of contact with all parties to ensure any enquiries and issues are dealt with efficiently by a senior member of the team.

For professional help and advice on all aspects of moving home please contact us:

Meet The Team

Vivienne Broom

MD, Sales & Lettings

Lisa Clark

Sales, Lettings & Accounts

Julia Hill

Business Development & General Admin

Our History

  • 2011 – Smooth Move Estates – letting agents – founded by Garry Mackin
  • 2014 – Brother Daniel Mackin joined the business – sales estate agency
    formed
  • 2015 – Full integration with Rightmove platform
  • 2016 – Mortgage brokers established
  • 2019 – Transfer and upgrade to latest estate agent software
  • 2023 – Vivienne Broom joined the company
  • 2024 – Vivienne became sole owner of Smooth Move Estates
  • 2025 – Rebranding process begins
  • Today – 90 rental properties, 10 let only landlords

What Our Clients Say

Sophie, Essex
Smooth Move helped me find a tenant very quickly, from advertising the property to moving in was only four weeks. They marketed the property, held the viewings, credit checked the tenant and organised all the regulatory paperwork including the tenancy agreement. I'd refurbished the property completely so was keen to find a family who would look after it and appreciate the space and I believe I've found them. I'd be very confident to use Smooth Move again should I ever need to.
Mr & Mrs. Bridge
We were one of Gary's first clients. He was our letting agent for 9 trouble free years. He always chose trouble free tenants that respected our property and always paid their rent on time. In the 9 years we never lost any rent. In return if there were repairs needed at then property we were contacted and the repair would be dealt with quickly and efficiently. It was good that if we needed to contact the office the telephone was always be answered by someone that actually knew who we were. In most recent years being Julia or Viv. When we decided to sell the property it was the obvious choice to use Smooth Move as our Estate agent. Still dealing with Julia and Viv. We had a time limit to sell the house. They found us a buyer quote quickly. We had a few delays as usual, again Julia and Viv dealt with everything - keeping in contact with solicitors and keeping us in the picture. The sale completed just a couple of weeks over our deadline. Thanks to the Smooth Move team for a trouble free renting and selling experience.
Deb Fordham
Deb Fordham
Fantastic service! Used smooth move to rent a property in Hornchurch.. service was second to none .. always friendly, prompt & efficient in all they do - A* with out a doubt - definitely recommend.
Katrina Gould
Katrina Gould
I would just like to thank Daniel Mackin for all his hard work and efforts with assisting me in getting our clients purchase over the line, it’s nice to work with someone who is so thorough at their job! Hopefully work again with you soon!
Richard Ingham
Richard Ingham
Recommended Smooth Move to a friend of mine who wanted a property to rent in Brentwood and Garry delivered a great service and would happily recommend again.
Jane Gorsham
Jane Gorsham
My husband and I have been renting through this estate agency for over two years. Taking on the property was "smooth" and efficient. Daniel, our agent was very professional, supportive and always delivered on his promise. We never had any major issues and all smaller issues have been always dealt with competently and in timely manner. We would definitely use their services in the future and highly recommend them.
Georgia Duncan
Georgia Duncan
Thank you so much, excellent service, quality agents and was amazing at sorting things out quickly and professionally even through delays due to the pandemic and poor solicitors! Would 100% use again & will be recommending to friends & family.

Vivienne Broom

MD, Sales & Lettings

After dedicating 10 years to working as a Mortgage Advisor at the Halifax, I decided to take a career break to focus on raising my family. Moving to a small village led to a new adventure, purchasing a pub and restaurant with my husband. Together, we transformed a run-down village pub into a thriving business, which we successfully sold just a year before the onset of the pandemic.

Throughout our time in the hospitality industry, I gained invaluable experience in managing a variety of functions, from charity events to parties, weddings, and wakes. The opportunity to create memorable experiences for others was truly fulfilling and it honed my skills in customer service, event coordination, and team management.

Following our departure from the hospitality trade, I chose to pursue a childhood passion and retrained as a vocal coach and singing teacher. This new chapter allowed me to work with a wide range of individuals, from young children to senior citizens, helping them discover and develop their voices. It has been an incredibly rewarding journey, as I have been able to empower my students with confidence and a sense of achievement, watching them overcome their own challenges and reach new heights in their vocal abilities.

Over the years, I have had the privilege of helping people through various stages of their lives: assisting them in buying a home, planning a wedding, singing a solo and even selling or letting their properties. These diverse experiences have enriched my understanding of people and how best to support them through significant milestones.

On a personal note, I have been happily married for 32 years after randomly meeting my soulmate at a Michael Jackson concert at Wembley. Between us we have three beautiful daughters and two gorgeous grandchildren. In my free time, I love to support my daughters in their singing careers, travelling to various holiday parks, clubs and theatres to watch them perform. As a self-taught sound technician, I still find myself getting involved behind the scenes, even though they are now very capable on their own.

With a strong belief in the power of building relationships, my 30 year friendships from the Halifax are testament to that. I consider myself to be 100% a "people person." My varied career path has equipped me with the skills needed to excel in the Sales and Lettings business, and I am committed to making a positive difference in every interaction. Whether helping a family find their dream home or guiding someone through a personal journey, I am passionate about using my experience and dedication to help others achieve their goals.

Things I love:
Family, Friends, Singing, Dogs, Amazon Prime!

Things I hate:
Beetroot & Running (just why)

Silly Fact:
Growing up near Elstree film studio’s, I have chased many famous people down the high street to get their autographs, including George Michael. Maybe this is why I don’t like running - I was never fast enough!

Lisa Clark

Sales, Lettings & Accounts

I started my career working within the Banking sector, spending 2 years at Barclays Bank followed by a further 10 years at the Halifax. I worked my way through the ranks and just before starting my family was the Manager of an award-winning telephone sales department. Throughout this time my skill set included being a Mortgage Advisor, Underwriter and Team Head.

After a short career break bringing up my two children, I started work at the local primary school and qualified as a level 3 special educational needs teaching assistant. This was incredibly rewarding, and I enjoyed 5 years within this setting.

It wasn’t long before the pull of the financial work had me back and I joined a Mortgage Brokers working in a small team being a case handler. I then went on to spend 3 years as a self-employed paraplanner for an IFA before joining Viv at Smooth Move Estates.

I have known Viv (owner of Smooth Move) for over 30 years after becoming lifelong friends at the very start of my working journey. Sharing all key lifetime milestones. On a personal note, my passion is helping people: whether it be family, friends or clients. I feel my experiences in my work settings have given me the skills and patience to help people on their own journeys. Tenants, Landlords, Vendors or buyers I can be there to support them all.

Things I love:
Family, Friends, my 3 lovely cats!

Things I hate:
Sprouts!

Silly Fact:
I went to New York to watch the Lennox Lewis v Evander Holyfield fight in 1999 and just before it started I banged my head on a shelf, nearly knocking myself out!

Julia Hill

Business Development & General Admin

I spent 30 years working in the manufacturing sector for British and European furniture manufacturers, focussing my efforts as a Director on export sales to Europe for the most part, but also selling to the Middle East, Asia, Australia, New Zealand. I've lived in both Spain and Singapore previously, but have since returned to the UK to retrain in estates and lettings where I've honed my craft for the last 4 years.

Education:

  • - Degree Business Management Open University, LLAS Certification
  • - London Landlords Accreditation Scheme

Hobbies:
Pilates, Walking, Tennis, Holidays especially sightseeing in the countryside or cities. I spent this last Christmas and New Year in Australia and New Zealand!

Silly Fact:
I met the (now) King in Mexico City!

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