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100% lettings valuation accuracy
93% lettings fee satisfaction
Dec 31,2013
Dec 31,2013
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In the process of moving to a larger home in a more suitable position, I chose to rent a house through Davis Tate in Burghfield Common.
It all started to go wrong after I signed the agreement and transferred the deposit. After this, they informed me that the heating system did not work and gave me a choice of moving in a month later than planned, or stay with the original date at a reduced rent. Being that this phone call was one week away from moving, and all moving arrangements had been made, including the completion date of the house sale, I chose to stay with the original date at a reduced rate. This would also; I thought help start a good relationship with the landlord.
After moving into the property, and one week of stalling by the estate agents, I was eventually advised that there would not be a reduction because the landlord had spent a lot of money on the property.
Other problems are as follows:
They allowed tradesmen to enter the house for repairs without my permission on at least two occasions.
Inspections of the House were too frequent.
They later evicted me on the basis that the landlord did not want to risk having his house empty over the winter period, another illegal move from Davis Tate. They used Section 21 of the Housing Act for this purpose. This act was not meant for this purpose.
When I left the house, they tried to take money from the deposit on a false basis.
I always kept the house in good condition and paid my rent on time, so I am still confused as to why I was treated in such an unfair and illegal manner.
All points made are fully documented including my written compliant to Matthew Davis and his response.
It all started to go wrong after I signed the agreement and transferred the deposit. After this, they informed me that the heating system did not work and gave me a choice of moving in a month later than planned, or stay with the original date at a reduced rent. Being that this phone call was one week away from moving, and all moving arrangements had been made, including the completion date of the house sale, I chose to stay with the original date at a reduced rate. This would also; I thought help start a good relationship with the landlord.
After moving into the property, and one week of stalling by the estate agents, I was eventually advised that there would not be a reduction because the landlord had spent a lot of money on the property.
Other problems are as follows:
They allowed tradesmen to enter the house for repairs without my permission on at least two occasions.
Inspections of the House were too frequent.
They later evicted me on the basis that the landlord did not want to risk having his house empty over the winter period, another illegal move from Davis Tate. They used Section 21 of the Housing Act for this purpose. This act was not meant for this purpose.
When I left the house, they tried to take money from the deposit on a false basis.
I always kept the house in good condition and paid my rent on time, so I am still confused as to why I was treated in such an unfair and illegal manner.
All points made are fully documented including my written compliant to Matthew Davis and his response.
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Davis Tate
Glendale House Reading Road
Burghfield Common
Berkshire
RG7 3BL
0118 983 1201
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| Services | Valuation Accuracy | Fees Satisfaction | Min Price of property reviewed | Max Price of property reviewed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sales | 94% | 98% | £175,000 | £11,220,000 |
| Lettings | 100% | 93% | £800 | £2,000 |
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| From Landlords | From Tenants | From Vendors | From Buyers | Other | |||||
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| 13 | 0 | 16 | 5 | 78 | 1 | 69 | 0 | 5 | 1 |
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Parys is an exceptional agent. Nothing is too much trouble and is always quick to respond and answer any question. Lovely lady part of an excellent team....
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Great service from Brian and Chrissie. Chrissie kept me updated throughout the sale. Would not hesitate in recommending them. Thank you....
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Chrissie at the Burghfield branch went above and beyond to ensure 'sale' and completion of my mums property. Chrissie 'understood the assignment' and ensured that she provided a very personal service from start to finish ensuring that she didn't just abandon us when the deal ...
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Brian Harris and his team worked hard and well on this one. There were some snags elsewhere in the chain but we were kept fully informed and it all went through ok....
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Davis Tate was Brilliant for the sale of our property, the weekly updates were great. Chrissie was brilliant at keeping us updated at every stage and chasing solicitors. they also recommended Teresa for our mortgage adviser, Teresa went above and beyond to get us our ...
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Oct 11,2022
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My partner and I recently bought our first house through Davis Tate, and I couldn’t thank them enough. With a lot of unknowns with the processes etc, they were incredibly patient and they were able to answer all our questions and keep us in ...
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Christian was professional, courteous and efficient. Appreciated all the ongoing communications. Very pleasant dealing with you. Moving to a new country was a very daunting though but we were supported all the way. Thank you....
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I rented my property through Davis Tate for 10 years. I chose the company initially because they were the agent we bought the house through several years before, and because they have a local office. Throughout the 10 years there have been a relatively large number of ...
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Professional and friendly staff, who from the very first engagement all the way through the viewings to the sale completion of our property, kept us informed at every stage in a prompt fashion. Many thanks Brian, Christian and Chrissie. Excellent service, highly recommended....
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I have been looking for a right property for my family for few months. I have come across letting agents from various letting agencies across Reading with most of them not too engaged nor much of a help.
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Super service from start to finish! I saw this house on Rightmove and immediately rang the office, I was informed Christian would get back to me on his return to the office the next day but he happily returned my enquiry on the same day. ...
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Christian literally went above and beyond to get us into our property at the soonest date possible. We are not easy clients by any means!
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Amazing Service!
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I used Davis Tate to sell my property. I was really pleased with the service provided initially by Kelly then by Chrissie once my property was under offer. Chrissie kept in regular contact, keeping me updated with progress. I'd very happily recommend Davis Tate....
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Very welcoming, helpful . Christian was attentive, followed up quickly and efficiently. Christian is trustworthy, and although the house was not the one, my experience with Davis Tate was an enjoyable experience...
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Thank you so much for your kind words, Ryan. I really appreciate you taking the time out to share your experience. We count ourselves lucky for customers like you. We look forward to working with you again in the future! ...
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Chrissie, thank you for all your help. You have been so helpful and friendly. Making my house search much more enjoyable.
A lovely lady who really cares about finding people the right home.
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Thank you Stephanie, such lovely words and much appreciated. You know where I am if you need any help in the future. ...
Feb 15,2022
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The staff and service at Davis Tate we're brilliant from start to finish when we bought our house from them. We bought our house in June 2021 and had to push to get in before the stamp duty reduction deadline. Kelly went above and beyond to ...
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Hi Katie,
Thank you for you kind words and hope all is going well in your new home
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My partner and I bought a house listed by these guys and everyone in the office was really helpful. I had numerous issues with my own sale and they were very patient and understanding, kept a clear line of communication between me and the seller ...
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Nov 02,2021
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Exceptional pro active sale. Kelly goes above and beyond every single day to both get the best buyer for the property and to progress the sale to completion...
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Hi Nicky, thanks for your lovely review. We hope you are well and enjoying your new home.
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Great service from the Burghfield team.
Kelly was dynamic and very helpful.
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Thanks to a fabulous friendly team we now have our forever home. After the viewing we put our offer in straight away which was accepted within half an hour! Kelly Champion was wonderful and very professional, she definitely made our purchase stress free. Thank you ...
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