By : 'Katherine' Services : Letting(As a Owner) Would you recommend ? : Yes
Nov 6, 2012
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We bought our first rental property in 2002 and have since added 4 more. They are all let and managed by Oaks. Over the past 10 years, we have always been impressed by how smoothly they run everything. The accounts department works like clockwork and on the odd occasion when a tenant has been late with the rent, this has been flagged up and dealt with promptly. We also appreciate the way that Mr Milsom builds up a relationship with the tenants - this seems to smooth the way for tenants to report any problems with the properties which means that, say, a small leak is dealt with quickly - the tenant is happy and we are too, as costs are kept down. But without doubt, the aspect we find the most valuable is that when a maintenance issue or something like a faulty boiler arises, Mr Milsom explains the problem and offers us a choice of solutions and costings at the same time - he's usually already arranged for a contractor(s) to visit the house. It is therefore very quick and easy for us to make a decision and Mr Milsom makes all the arrangements with the contractor and we don't have to get involved at all. Every single contractor (be it a tree surgeon, plumber, glazier, builder or decorator) he has recommended has been excellent and a good price. So much so, two of them have done work on our own home. Mr Milsom also managed a big conversion/refurbishment project on one of the properties and everything went to schedule and came in exactly on budget - no small feat. In summary, were we to buy another house or flat, we would only have it managed by Oaks, particularly Mr Milsom, as they take away all the pain of owning a rental property.
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Services : Letting( As a Tenant )Date: 20th Sep 2019
OAKS ARE THE BIGGEST THEFT AGENTS I EVER HAD THE MISFORTUNES TO DEAL WITH.. CIN JOBS WHEN YOU ASK FOR DEPOSIT BACK.
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By : 'tenant' Services : Letting( As a Tenant ) Rent PCM : £900 Would you recommend ? : No Postcode : KT18
Oct 19, 2014
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I have been a tenant for a few years now and up till now been very happy! Since oaks have become part of 'leaders' the management team are very unfriendly and not very helpful! Im not sure whats happened to the original team? But if you are going join 'leaders' then at least make sure you still... Read Full Review
Services : Letting( As a Tenant )Date: 19th Oct 2014
I have been a tenant for a few years now and up till now been very happy! Since oaks have become part of 'leaders' the management team are very unfriendly and not very helpful! Im not sure whats happened to the original team? But if you are going join 'leaders' then at least make sure you still have a friendly manorisum like the oaks team did! And sound like you actually want to help/talk to your tenents
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By : 'shs' Services : Letting( As a Owner ) Rent PCM : £850 Would you recommend ? : Yes Postcode : KT17
Jul 9, 2014
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Agents were very helpful in finding someone for my flat - 2 hours is all it took. Everything went smoothly and very straight forward. The renewal was just as easy. They were very very helpful when I decided to sell my property and had to ask the tenant to leave. Highly... Read Full Review
Services : Letting( As a Owner )Date: 9th Jul 2014
Agents were very helpful in finding someone for my flat - 2 hours is all it took. Everything went smoothly and very straight forward. The renewal was just as easy. They were very very helpful when I decided to sell my property and had to ask the tenant to leave. Highly recommended.
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By : 'Phased' Services : Letting( As a Owner ) Would you recommend ? : No Postcode : KT19
Apr 28, 2014
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I am extremely unhappy with Oaks Property, the tenant they found is awful, has defaulted on rent and has done serious damage to my property.
Oaks have obviously not vetted the tenant as they said they would and now have just left it to me, the customer, to pick up the pieces...and the... Read Full Review
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Treat customers with more loyalty rather than just chasing the cash.
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We are very disappointed to read your review. Looking at our records we do not have any notes regarding a tenancy like this. Could you please contact me on 01372 745 745 as I would like ...
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By : 'Andrew' Services : Letting( As a Owner ) Would you recommend ? : Yes Postcode : KT19
Apr 23, 2014
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I also dealt with Mia Watkins.
I chose Oaks as I had previou sly been a tenant, and found them an excellent company to deal with in all areas of property management from a tenant's perspective. My recent experience of them with me being a (first time) landlord has also been excellent. From... Read Full Review
Services : Letting( As a Owner )Date: 23rd Apr 2014
I also dealt with Mia Watkins.
I chose Oaks as I had previou sly been a tenant, and found them an excellent company to deal with in all areas of property management from a tenant's perspective. My recent experience of them with me being a (first time) landlord has also been excellent. From the first contact, through appraising my property, advising me of requirements, advertising the rental, accompanying prospective tenants on viewings, dealing with the matters relating to a successful let to tenants, including vetting and drawing up the tenancy agreement; I was completely satisfied.
I left the country before the tenants moved in, and Oaks handled everything in my absence, including organising required maintenance tasks, a new tenant clean, and appropriate meter readings.
In conclusion, I only recommend a person or business when I know them to be sound: and I have no hesitation in recommending Oaks property to both landlords and tenants.
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By : 'Deborah' Services : Letting( As a Tenant ) Would you recommend ? : Yes Postcode : KT19
Apr 10, 2014
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When we were first looking for property both of the agents we were speaking to were really helpful and polite.They kept us up dated at all times which takes a lot of the worry out of finding somewhere to rent.
Whenever we had any problems with the property they always tried to get things sorted... Read Full Review
Services : Letting( As a Tenant )Date: 10th Apr 2014
When we were first looking for property both of the agents we were speaking to were really helpful and polite.They kept us up dated at all times which takes a lot of the worry out of finding somewhere to rent. Whenever we had any problems with the property they always tried to get things sorted out for us as soon as possible. You felt that you could always ask them something and not worry about them being rude or not responding.
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By : 'Joel' Services : Letting( As a Tenant ) Would you recommend ? : Yes Postcode : KT19
Apr 6, 2014
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Really impressed ! Made me feel really comfortable and went that extra mile to help me find the exact property I was looking for for. Thank you for all your help and hard... Read Full Review
Services : Letting( As a Tenant )Date: 6th Apr 2014
Really impressed ! Made me feel really comfortable and went that extra mile to help me find the exact property I was looking for for. Thank you for all your help and hard work
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By : 'Happymover' Services : Letting( As a Tenant ) Would you recommend ? : Yes Postcode : KT18
Mar 21, 2014
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I have recently completed renting a property through Oaks in Epsom. They have been a pleasure to work with through out. They were helpful in finding the property originally when other agencies had been less so, and had plenty of choice. They took time to explain and characteristics of the property... Read Full Review
Services : Letting( As a Tenant )Date: 21st Mar 2014
I have recently completed renting a property through Oaks in Epsom. They have been a pleasure to work with through out. They were helpful in finding the property originally when other agencies had been less so, and had plenty of choice. They took time to explain and characteristics of the property and arrange timely viewings. When selected the process to move in was smooth, easy and fast. In my particular case there was some delay in being able to sign up pending sale of a property. Oaks liaised with the landlord to ensure if at all possible I did not loose the opportunity. They were at all times understanding and supportive. Similarly when moving out the process was easy, smooth and facilitated by Oaks. At all ties they have been in ready communication and always willing to answer what must have been obvious or simple question with a smile. All in all a fantastic team who I would, and will, recommend to anyone seeking success in finding a place to live and having a calm smooth experience and enjoyable experience.
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Lawrence
Matt
By : 'lucy' Services : Letting( As a Prospective Landlord/Tenant ) Would you recommend ? : No Postcode : KT1
Mar 11, 2014
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i had a viewing over a week ago (Monday 12;15) i was suppose to see Matt but im sure it was Laurence i saw
i called the agency after i went to get advice so i could look into renting the property, i was told i would receive a call back asap. i still haven't heard or been emailed any response, i... Read Full Review
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given me more support and advice on the options i could have tried.
been polite and let me take my time rather than make me feel unwelcome
given me feedback that i was told i would recieve
Services : Letting( As a Prospective Landlord/Tenant )Date: 11th Mar 2014
i had a viewing over a week ago (Monday 12;15) i was suppose to see Matt but im sure it was Laurence i saw i called the agency after i went to get advice so i could look into renting the property, i was told i would receive a call back asap. i still haven't heard or been emailed any response, i feel that have been singled out as i inquired about housing benefit, i am a working single mother and i am desperately looking for a property for me and my son, when i told Laurence i wouldn't be able to get a reference from my previous landlord he then took a very unwelcoming tone with me and it seemed like he couldn't wait to get me out of the property. i have my fingers crossed on this property as it would be perfect and affordable from my side. im extremely unhappy with the service i received and its put a new look on my options as i am obviously going to be treated the same every where i go purely because of my situation.
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By : 'the' Services : Letting( As a Tenant ) Would you recommend ? : No Postcode : KT19
Feb 1, 2014
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Have been dealing with this agency for many years and up til around a year ago the standard has slipped.
There have been a few staff leaving and that seems to be the problem. No one seems to know what the other is doing which had caused lots of mix ups, the management is just not up to the old ... Read Full Review
Services : Letting( As a Tenant )Date: 1st Feb 2014
Have been dealing with this agency for many years and up til around a year ago the standard has slipped.
There have been a few staff leaving and that seems to be the problem. No one seems to know what the other is doing which had caused lots of mix ups, the management is just not up to the old standard, no proper notes made on the regular inspections which lets the landlord and the tenant down.
Also be very careful how you have the end of tenancy clean done, it is best to let their own cleaners do it as I know that they are con artists here, if you use your own one and they say its not up to standard they will just charge you again for another total clean even if its only very minor issues. Double check the inventory on check in as they are missing out quite major things and then you will have no come back at end of tenancy. I have spoken to other people that have dealt with this agency and these issues are very common.
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Chris
By : 'John' Services : Sales( As a Vendor ) Would you recommend ? : Yes Postcode : KT19
Jan 3, 2014
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Oaks property sold this property for me after previously acting as agent for letting for 2 years. Not only did they quickly find a prospective buyer at a reasonable commission, they were particularly helpful in expediting the completion. For example, they assisted me with a considerable number of... Read Full Review
Oaks property sold this property for me after previously acting as agent for letting for 2 years. Not only did they quickly find a prospective buyer at a reasonable commission, they were particularly helpful in expediting the completion. For example, they assisted me with a considerable number of the pre-sale enquiries raised by the buyer's solicitors. This was particularly helpful as I was abroad for a month following the offer, and without their assistance would have needed to significantly deferred completion. Highly recommended.
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By : 'Sean' Services : Letting( As a Tenant ) Would you recommend ? : Yes Postcode : KT17
Dec 9, 2013
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The Oaks Property staff were very professional and helpful, answering all queries I had in a timely manner. They made the process of renting a new property simple and... Read Full Review
Services : Letting( As a Tenant )Date: 9th Dec 2013
The Oaks Property staff were very professional and helpful, answering all queries I had in a timely manner. They made the process of renting a new property simple and efficient.
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Lawrence
By : 'John' Services : Letting( As a Tenant ) Would you recommend ? : Yes Postcode : KT18
Nov 21, 2013
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The service was good and efficient and staff members, including Lawrence Suttonword were all professional and helpful. Had our tenancy agreement all tied up within 5 days. Will definitely contact them again if we require to do... Read Full Review
John & Ruth Herselman said about Oaks Property (UK)
Services : Letting( As a Tenant )Date: 21st Nov 2013
The service was good and efficient and staff members, including Lawrence Suttonword were all professional and helpful. Had our tenancy agreement all tied up within 5 days. Will definitely contact them again if we require to do so.
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Georgia
By : 'Ruthi' Services : Letting( As a Tenant ) Would you recommend ? : Yes Postcode : KT18
Nov 13, 2013
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Both Mia and Georgia at The Oaks in Epsom have been so helpful with everything to do with our move. We had had a really bad experience and had to move out of where we were living within 10 days of moving in, with little to no help from the agent that we had previously moved with. We needed... Read Full Review
Services : Letting( As a Tenant )Date: 13th Nov 2013
Both Mia and Georgia at The Oaks in Epsom have been so helpful with everything to do with our move. We had had a really bad experience and had to move out of where we were living within 10 days of moving in, with little to no help from the agent that we had previously moved with. We needed somewhere to live, and quickly. We saw Lawrence Suttonwood at a property first and he told us about an other property that was available that he thought would suit myself and my partner much better, needless to say we fell in love with the place and decided to go ahead straight away and as quickly as possible. Both Gerogia and Mia did everything they could to make sure we moved as quickly and smoothly as permitted and everytime we called to speak to them they sounded upbeat and ready to help. We moved into our property this morning to find a bottle of champagne and a welcome card from The Oaks which we thought was such a nice touch. They turned a disaster into something great and both James and I can't wait to settle into our new home :) We would highly recommend The Oaks to any of our friends who want to move in the future.
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By : 'kelly' Services : Letting( As a Owner ) Would you recommend ? : Yes Postcode : KT19
Oct 31, 2013
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Our property had a lot of viewings from the moment it was available, Oaks found suitable tenants very quickly and the process from finding them to them moving in was seamless with no problems. I am very happy with their... Read Full Review
Services : Letting( As a Owner )Date: 31st Oct 2013
Our property had a lot of viewings from the moment it was available, Oaks found suitable tenants very quickly and the process from finding them to them moving in was seamless with no problems. I am very happy with their service.
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Laura
By : 'Ian' Services : Letting( As a Tenant ) Would you recommend ? : Yes Postcode : KT18
Oct 28, 2013
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I initially visited Oaks as found their selection of properties available to match my requirements more so than any other agent in Epsom.
From start to finish, having had dealings with Lawrence, Laura, Mia, Georgia & Lily, I found their service to be extremely professional, efficient and more ... Read Full Review
Services : Letting( As a Tenant )Date: 28th Oct 2013
I initially visited Oaks as found their selection of properties available to match my requirements more so than any other agent in Epsom. From start to finish, having had dealings with Lawrence, Laura, Mia, Georgia & Lily, I found their service to be extremely professional, efficient and more importantly very personal. I am very pleased with the property I have secured and the after sales service that I have received subsequent to my rental. I would have no hesitation in recommending Oaks for landlords & tenants.
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By : 'John' Services : Letting( As a Owner ) Would you recommend ? : Yes Postcode : KT18
Oct 28, 2013
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A very professional team that have now found good tenants for my property on 2 occasions in good time so as to avoid voids.
A new flat with some snagging issues and they have liased with contractors/ tenants to resolve.
Email bills/ payments direct into my account without issue.
All in all ... Read Full Review
Services : Letting( As a Owner )Date: 28th Oct 2013
A very professional team that have now found good tenants for my property on 2 occasions in good time so as to avoid voids.
A new flat with some snagging issues and they have liased with contractors/ tenants to resolve.
Email bills/ payments direct into my account without issue.
All in all very helpful and professional
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Mia
By : 'Claire' Services : Letting( As a Tenant ) Would you recommend ? : Yes Postcode : KT19
Oct 18, 2013
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It all happened so quickly, from finding the property, to viewing and then moving in. Laura and Mia made the entire process seamless and easy. I would definitely recommend Oaks to friends and family and would use them again in the... Read Full Review
Services : Letting( As a Tenant )Date: 18th Oct 2013
It all happened so quickly, from finding the property, to viewing and then moving in. Laura and Mia made the entire process seamless and easy. I would definitely recommend Oaks to friends and family and would use them again in the future.
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By : 'Nerijus' Services : Letting( As a Tenant ) Would you recommend ? : Yes Postcode : KT19
Oct 18, 2013
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Oaks was very helpful with helping me to find new home! Agent who showed me the house was Laura, from the first viewing it took me a week to move in. Will highly recommend to everyone!
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Services : Letting( As a Tenant )Date: 18th Oct 2013
Oaks was very helpful with helping me to find new home! Agent who showed me the house was Laura, from the first viewing it took me a week to move in. Will highly recommend to everyone!
Also thank you for a small surprise ;)
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Michelle
By : 'Betty0414' Services : Letting( As a Tenant ) Would you recommend ? : Yes Postcode : KT
Jun 12, 2013
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We chose the Oaks agency to administrate our first flat, and Michelle contacted us. As we all know this is the most stressful term, especially for us as we had 2 weeks to move in. But she was well-organised and always up to date. I know we were in safe hands, and we can still count on her if we... Read Full Review
Services : Letting( As a Tenant )Date: 12th Jun 2013
We chose the Oaks agency to administrate our first flat, and Michelle contacted us. As we all know this is the most stressful term, especially for us as we had 2 weeks to move in. But she was well-organised and always up to date. I know we were in safe hands, and we can still count on her if we have any questions about the flat!! All went smoothly, thanks for her good problem solving skill and her kind personality. I reccommend to anyone! :)
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Complaints Procedure
Oaks Property (UK) Ltd Complaints ProcedureAs a member of The Property Ombudsman Service (www.tpos.co.uk) for both Sales and Lettings,
we aim to provide the highest standard of service to all of our clients and
customers, in line with the relevant Codes of Practice. One of the requirements of our membership of the
Ombudsman Service is that we have a process for assessing complaints about our
service, appropriate to our company’s size and structure.All branch staff will deal with any normal day to
day problems on a one to one basis; but if you wish to make a formal complaint (such
as “I am not satisfied with the standard if your work/ conduct/ behaviour/ etc.
and I wish to make a formal complaint”) then you will need to put your
complaint in writing, setting out your concerns (including any related
documents – terms of business, tenancy agreement, inventory etc) and send it to
either Mia Watkins or Alana Pittman at our head office: 24 West Street, Epsom, Surrey KT18 7RJ.We will acknowledge
receipt of your letter promptly and then begin to investigate your complaint in
accordance with our established “in-house” procedures. A reply will be sent to you within ten
working days of receipt of the original letter. You will be invited to make any comments that
you may have in relation to this response.Subsequently, if you remain dissatisfied with the
way we have handled your complaint, please write to our managing director Robert Tuke at our head office: 24 West Street, Epsom, Surrey KT18 7RJ.Finally, having exhausted our in-house procedures,
if you are still not satisfied with our response, you may refer your complaint
to:
The Property Ombudsman
Milford House43-55 Milford Street
SalisburyWiltshire SP1 2BPTel: 01722 333 306 Fax: 01722 332 296
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