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Keyword research for estate agents near me

Search term research 'estate agents near me'

Our keyword research reveals that 'estate agents near me' is often the most popular search term sellers and buyers use.

Written by: Alex Neil Estate Agents

Buying in Docklands when you need to sell first

Buying a home when you need to sell first

Are you buying a property when you need to sell your home first? Of course, buying any property is more challenging with a dependent sale.

Written by: Alex Neil Estate Agents

Howland Quay in SE16

Selling a property with tenants

Selling a property in Canary Wharf, Limehouse, Docklands, Isle of Dogs, Surrey Quays, Rotherhithe, and Canada Water with tenants in situ is a breeze when Alex Neil Estate Agents is your partner.

Written by: Alex Neil Estate Agents

Alex Neil posses abundant local expertise

The value of local expertise

For periods, the value of local expertise possessed by independent estate agents like Alex Neil became overshadowed by online-only estate agents promising savings.

Written by: Alex Neil Estate Agents

Follow our Social Media channels

Follow our social media channels

We actively promote our brand and regularly post feature items like #propertyoftheday across our social media channels.

Written by: Alex Neil Estate Agents

Discover your property's value 

Testimonial

I have worked with estate agents in London for over ten years on various properties. I have yet to meet an agent as competent, polite, engaging, cooperative and effective! Nothing negative to say about my experience of dealing with him. Unlike many others in the sector, he is spectacularly responsive, super-efficient, understands the market and gives excellent guidance. He helps the owner ponder future strategies and quickly secures potential buyers. As a result, they agreed on a sale at above market price for my last property within a week. Alex Neil provided genuinely outstanding service and is a very amicable individual. I have other managing agents that I work with, but I will only sell or buy a property through them! - Clare A - Homeowner

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Our experienced valuers will provide expert guidance on pricing, market conditions, and a clear, proactive marketing strategy tailored to your needs.

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We use a multi-channel international marketing strategy, boosting your property’s reach through social media and top UK and global property portals.

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All staff members adhere to the Property Ombudsman Code of Practice, ensuring the highest standards of integrity, transparency and customer care.

Fees

Tenant Information

Refundable Holding deposit - 1 weeks rent

Security Deposit 5 weeks rent for annual rental under £50,000, or 6 weeks rent for annual rental over £50,000

Rent - The agreed monthly rent

Changes to tenancy - £50 inc VAT

Early termination charge - Not exceeding the landlord’s financial losses

Late payment of rent Interest of 3% above BoE base rate for each day the rent is late, once it is 14 days overdue

Replacement keys - Reasonable costs

Utilities, council tax, communication services, TV Licence etc Tenants own responsibility unless otherwise stated

Client Money Protection Scheme Membership details Alex Neil are members of CMP (client money protect)

Property Redress Scheme Membership details: Alex Neil are members of The Property Ombudsman. Membership number N00018.