Our story begins in 1974, when Paul Sutton and Stewart Kersh founded Sutton Kersh a small but ambitious property practice in Liverpool. Over the following four decades, the firm grew into one of Merseyside's best-known and most trusted property names. Sutton Kersh built its reputation on professionalism, integrity, and an unrivalled knowledge of the local market offering expertise in residential and commercial sales and lettings, auctions, valuations, and surveys.
Read moreThe company became synonymous with success in Liverpool's property scene. Through steady organic growth and a series of key appointments, Sutton Kersh Commercial established itself as a dominant force in the regional commercial property market. Known for delivering results, the commercial team repeatedly topped local transaction tables, culminating in the EGi Deals recognition for completing more commercial transactions than any other Merseyside agent. This foundation of market leadership, client trust, and in-depth regional expertise provided the bedrock for what would come next.
In 2015, Sutton Kersh Commercial disbanded and subsequently re-branded as SK Real Estate, marking a new era of independence, focus, and strategic growth. While preserving the heritage, client relationships, and professional ethos of Sutton Kersh, the re-brand represented a decisive shift toward the different commercial sectors and professional services alike.
Read moreUnder the SK Real Estate banner, the company has grown into one of the North West's most active and respected commercial property consultancies, offering a complete range of agency and professional services. Our core service lines included:
Commercial Sales & Lettings - covering offices, industrial, retail and mixed-use premises, providing strategic advice on acquisitions, disposals, and marketing.
Professional Services - delivering robust, evidence-based advice on Landlord & Tenant matters, including lease renewals, rent reviews, re-gears, and expert witness instructions.
Valuations & Surveys - undertaking residential and commercial valuations for a broad range of purposes including secured lending, acquisition, investment, accounting, and taxation, acting on behalf of leading high street banks, specialist lenders, and private investors.
Surveys & Inspections - providing detailed building surveys, pre-acquisition reports, and reinstatement cost assessments.
With our principal base in Liverpool, we continue to expand our geographical reach, working with clients across Merseyside, Cheshire, Lancashire, Greater Manchester, and North Wales, and increasingly undertaking instructions throughout the Northwest and beyond. Our ability to blend detailed regional market knowledge with national coverage has positioned SK Real Estate as a trusted advisor for a growing portfolio of UK and international clients.
We remain committed to delivering a fast, efficient, and cost-effective service, tailored to the specific objectives of each client. Our pragmatic and commercially focused advice has earned us long-standing partnerships with local authorities, housing associations, developers, investors, and corporate clients. The strength of our team, depth of technical expertise, and integrity of our approach continue to underpin everything we do.
In 2025, SK Real Estate entered an exciting new chapter with the acquisition of Pearson Fraser Ltd, an established firm with more than 30 years of experience in project management and cost consultancy. Pearson Fraser has delivered landmark projects for higher and further education institutions across the UK, with a reputation for excellence in cost control, programme delivery, and client service.
Read moreThis merger represents a strategic evolution of our practice – transforming SK Real Estate into a truly multi-disciplined consultancy capable of supporting clients through the full property lifecycle. From investment acquisition and valuation to project delivery, development consultancy, and asset disposal, we now offer an integrated suite of services designed to maximise value and efficiency at every stage.
Our vision for the future is clear:
SK Real Estate stands today as the product of fifty years of heritage, growth, and innovation.
From the entrepreneurial foundations laid by Paul Sutton and Stewart Kersh in 1974, to our re-invention as SK Real Estate in 2015, and now our expansion through Pearson Fraser in 2025 – our journey has been defined by progression, professionalism, and partnership.
We are proud of our past, confident in our present, and ambitious for our future.
“It is a privilege to lead SK Real Estate as Managing Director and custodian of this remarkable company and team. Our strength lies in the dedication of our people and the trust of our clients, many of whom we have advised across generations.
As we continue to evolve, our focus remains on integrity, professionalism and delivering measurable value. The next chapter of SK Real Estate is about growth through collaboration, innovation and excellence, while staying true to the principles established over half a century ago.
I am immensely proud of what we have achieve and even more excited about what's to come.”
Tom Pearson BSc (Hons)
Managing Director
SK Real Estate