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Property
Kate and Alex
AWARD-winning estate agency Sandersons UK has this month opened a new office in Wells – but don’t expect to find a traditional estate agent’s office when you walk through their door on Guardhouse Lane.
The very fact that they are not “on the high street” highlights their very different and personal approach to traditional estate agency. There are no property photographs in the window and the office is much more relaxed and informal.
This fresh and new approach in Wells reflects the style of the managing partners, Alex Relf and Kate Lewis, who offer not only their extensive experience in the local sales and lettings markets and a passion for property, but also a very empathetic approach to their clients. Alex and Kate know that buying, selling or renting a property can be one of the most stressful events in someone’s life – and they always aim to put people first.
The pair, who both live near Wells, bring expert local knowledge and have developed a reputation for both their entrepreneurial style and attention to detail.
Sandersons itself has a 30-year history as an independent agency, specialising in London and the South East and now the South West, from the Wells office.
Alex said: Alex said: “The parent company gives us the backoffice support we need so that we can concentrate on delivering a high-quality service to our clients. Kate and I are passionate about Somerset and can draw from our personal experiences of living and working here, but it is our personal approach that makes us stand out from the competition. We also love a challenge!” l Sandersons in Wells won gold for Best Estate Agent in Wells in this year’s British Property Awards.
Our experience is secret to success
DEMAND for homes in the Chew Valley continues to be very strong and properties are in short supply, which means prices can be high. But that does not mean anyone can turn up and call themselves an estate agent and immediately deliver the outcome you want. It’s not just a question of putting up a “For Sale” sign and waiting for the bids to come in.
I have noticed quite a large turnover in personnel in other local agencies. In fact in some cases they almost need a revolving door as staff come and go so quickly. I know it takes time to fully understand the finer points of this area and you do not build up that knowledge and insight overnight.
Our team has been together for some time, and we have the experience we need to be able to properly describe the full picture of the lifestyle into which people are buying. That makes all the difference when it comes to forming a relationship with your potential buyer, giving them the confidence that they are dealing with an agency which provides a complete service.
In fact, we regularly find that people who have bought a house which we have been handling come back to ask us to sell it again when they have decided to move to a new property. There is no greater vote of confidence than when we see a returning client. More often than not they have also recommended our service to others and much of our business comes through word of mouth, which provides us with the satisfaction of knowing we are doing a great job.
But do not imagine that we are sitting back, resting on our laurels, even though we can point to an unmatched record of success. Every day we try to get even better and we continue to raise our standards by following our ethos which concentrates on Dedication, Imagination and Delivery.
That means going the extra mile to provide a personal and professional service which ensures the whole process goes as smoothly as possible and using our experience to iron out any issues that may arise. We will produce the most creative marketing material and the highest quality photography to present your home in the best possible way, but above all, we will do whatever it takes to deliver the outcome you want and help you get on the move.
Joanna Tiley
IMAGINATION | DEDICATION | DELIVERY
01275 333311 • info@joannatiley.com www.joannatiley.com 4B Fairseat, Stoke Hill, Chew Stoke, BS40 8XF If you are thinking about Buying or Selling, now or in the future, please speak to one of our friendly team
A new name is coming to the high street
DJ & P Newland Rennie, a wellestablished, multi-disciplined company offering services in chartered surveying, estate agency and planning are advancing into a new chapter.
In 2022 they are relaunching the brand of their offices in South West England and South East Wales with a short and simple name change. Steeped in history with a powerful modern look, the company will regroup under the name David James.
The two firms, David James & Partners and Newland Rennie, merged in 2017 to create DJ & P Newland Rennie. The new name gives a slight nod to its grass-roots heritage, however the importance of moving forward, being innovative and investing back into the company is at the forefront of this businesses mission.
Director, Matthew Blaken, added: “The investment in a brand that works for all offices and departments ranging from estate agency to rural, commercial and building surveying is our commitment to the future and we believe that the simple and easily identifiable logo will soon become associated with the high-quality service that we have strived to offer for our clients and customers.
“It will provide a solid identity which our staff will be proud to be associated with and our customers will trust.”
