Surrey Quays, London, SE16
4.9/5, 418 reviews
97% recommended
98% sales valuation accuracy
99% sales fee satisfaction
94% lettings valuation accuracy
98% lettings fee satisfaction
Since 1986, Oliver Jaques has been involved in the selling and letting of many 1000's of properties at all price levels. Currently we have two offices strategically placed in Surrey Quays, SE16 and Bow Quarter, E3. We are committed to further expansion throughout the City, Docklands, South East, South, East and ... show more Since 1986, Oliver Jaques has been involved in the selling and letting of many 1000's of properties at all price levels. Currently we have two offices strategically placed in Surrey Quays, SE16 and Bow Quarter, E3. We are committed to further expansion throughout the City, Docklands, South East, South, East and North East London over the next few years and to bring our professional and enthusiastic approach to the selling, letting and managing of many more 1000's of properties.
London Estate Agent with offices in Surray Quays

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5th Jun 2024
reviewed by 'Graham Waldheim'
“I have used Oliver Jaques Managing Agents for a number of years and they offer a first class service. Gina, ......”
9th Feb 2024
reviewed by 'Lesley'
“I want to say a big thank you to the whole team who were friendly and approachable at all times. ......”
4th Dec 2023
reviewed by 'Sarah'
“I wanted to say a big Thank You to you all for all the support and efforts to help me ......”
8th Nov 2023
reviewed by 'Ola'
“The best real estate company I have ever dealt with. Very professional, experienced and helpful agents and brokers. Highly recommend.......”
10th Oct 2023
reviewed by 'dwong'
“The team at OJ go above and beyond. So professional and really good to deal with. Special mention goes out ......”
6th Oct 2023
reviewed by '[email protected]'
“Michael and his team were completely professional , constantly updating us throughout the sale. Would recommend them to anyone...”
Opening Hours
  • Monday: 09:00 - 19:00
  • Tuesday: 09:00 - 19:00
  • Wednesday: 09:00 - 19:00
  • Thursday: 09:00 - 19:00
  • Friday: 09:00 - 18:00
  • Saturday: 10:00 - 17:00
  • Sunday: Closed
Address

Oliver Jaques
229-231 Lower Road
Surrey Quays,London
Greater London
SE16 2LW
0207 231 5050

Performance statistics
Services Valuation Accuracy Fees Satisfaction Min Price of property reviewed Max Price of property reviewed
Sales 98% 99% £188,000 £3,500,000
Lettings 94% 98% £360 £3,200
Review statistics
From Landlords From Tenants From Vendors From Buyers Other
56 3 151 4 113 0 74 3 12 2
Areas covered
  • SE16
  • Surrey Quays, Rotherhithe
  • SE1
  • Bermondsey, Deptford
  • SE8
  • New Cross, Greenwich
  • SE14
  • SE10
Services offered
  • Sales
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  • Lettings
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  • Block Management
  • Surveys
  • Conveyancing
  • Mortgage Advice
  • Home Builder
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Bow, E3
Surrey Quays, SE16

“Erika managed our house in Rotherhithe during our 18 months renting ......”

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By: 'Chris'
Dec 12,2017
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Erika managed our house in Rotherhithe during our 18 months renting there. She was always very efficient and made sure we knew what was happening when we needed repairs sorted. She was also very helpful and reasonable when dealing with an issue caused by one of ...
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Fees were in line w London standards.
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“We had Erika as property manager for several years and ......”

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Dec 11,2017
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By: 'Francisco'
Dec 11,2017
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We had Erika as property manager for several years and she does an outstanding job. She always replied fast when we contacted her with any house issue and sorted them efficiently. She is very friendly, professional and shows interest for what you have to say. ...
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“Mike, Paul and Matteo were great. They delivered a rapid ......”

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Nov 21,2017
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Nov 21,2017
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Mike, Paul and Matteo were great. They delivered a rapid sale above our expectations on value. Further, Mike offered much ongoing advice on tactics both on our sale but also on the properties we were looking to buy in parallel. I consider the team trusted ...
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Very pleased. We discussed a target price and agreed a ratchet around that. The team over-performed and I was happy to pay them well.
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“Helpful from start to finish, I think we needed access 5 ......”

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Nov 15,2017
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By: 'Surrey'
Nov 15,2017
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Helpful from start to finish, I think we needed access 5 times, but each time was accommodated without fuss. As an experienced property investor working with good agents is really helpful for a smooth transaction. Paul and Michael are not good they are Excellent!!. I look ...
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“Great service and local knowledge of the market. The team ......”

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Nov 14,2017
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By: 'Kit'
Nov 14,2017
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Great service and local knowledge of the market. The team were a great partner in every step in the sale of my property. Highly recommended....
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In line with expectations
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“I have been using Oliver Jacques as a tenant for ......”

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Nov 13,2017
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By: 'Parmzy'
Nov 13,2017
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I have been using Oliver Jacques as a tenant for the past 2 years. Gina in particular has always been very helpful and is so friendly. I would definitely use them and again and would recommend....
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“Alex was great,he explained our letting options clearly and ......”

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Nov 13,2017
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Nov 13,2017
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Alex was great,he explained our letting options clearly and provided us all the information we need to know with honesty. He was extremely responsive,he informed us in every step and helpful throughout the whole process. He was very respectful and he did his ...
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“As a first time buyer, I found the whole process ......”

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Nov 10,2017
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By: 'Shiri'
Nov 10,2017
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As a first time buyer, I found the whole process very daunting - and this was made even worse by my very unhelpful solicitors. However, throughout the 4 months it took from offer to completion - Matteo and Michael were my rocks. They went out of ...
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“Steve was great, he explained my letting options clearly and ......”

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Nov 06,2017
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By: 'Ange'
Nov 06,2017
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Steve was great, he explained my letting options clearly and provided me with very competitive fees. He was extremely responsive and helpful throughout the whole process. I would highly recommend Steve as an agent to work with....
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“We give Alex five stars. He took us to view ......”

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Oct 24,2017
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By: 'Chun'
Oct 24,2017
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We give Alex five stars. He took us to view different places to give us more options, and handled everything smoothly and efficiently. He was also very patient to answer all our questions and explained a lot of details to us. It was a pleasure ...
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Agent fees are fair and transparent.
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“Great help. We moved in within 2 weeks and were in ......”

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Oct 18,2017
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By: 'Katarina'
Oct 18,2017
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Great help. We moved in within 2 weeks and were in constant communication with the agent. All the paperwork went smoothly. Highly recommend to anyone!...
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“Great help from start til finish. Understanding, patience and ongoing ......”

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Oct 16,2017
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By: 'VV'
Oct 16,2017
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Great help from start til finish. Understanding, patience and ongoing communication throughout a 6 months stressful process. Could not recommend Michael's support high enough! And picking up my keys and given a gift :) Not a lot of agencies would do that! Thank you Both again and ...
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“Paul Gibbens is an excellent estate agent - he was ......”

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Sep 29,2017
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By: 'Anna'
Sep 29,2017
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Paul Gibbens is an excellent estate agent - he was a big help in our lengthy search for the right property and was always honest, patient and good humoured. Highly recommend!...
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“Fantastic. Matteo is courteous, punctual and always does his utmost ......”

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Sep 22,2017
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By: 'Ed'
Sep 22,2017
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Fantastic. Matteo is courteous, punctual and always does his utmost to answer any and all questions I have. Being an investor, I would not hesitate to recommend Matteo in all things related to property....
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“Matteo was a great agent from beginning to end. He ......”

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Sep 21,2017
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By: 'Yen'
Sep 21,2017
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Matteo was a great agent from beginning to end. He showed me the right type of properties that made the whole process much simpler. Through the negotiation and conveyancing process, he was always prompt with responding to queries. Overall, it was a much better experience ...
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“Gina is what i consider a professional agent and property ......”

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Sep 18,2017
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Sep 18,2017
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Gina is what i consider a professional agent and property manager, she understands her profession and always goes over and beyond to get the matter in question done....
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I feel our portfolio is safe and well looked after under Oliver Jaques.
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“Matteo has been very helpful along the way. Although we ......”

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Sep 13,2017
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By: 'Andreea'
Sep 13,2017
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Matteo has been very helpful along the way. Although we did have a small problem with another deal that fell through, so we don't know if the owners changed their minds indeed or if we got gazumped last minute (this should really be made illegal ...
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“C'ant thank Alex enough, did find me a propriety in ......”

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Sep 11,2017
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By: 'Farid'
Sep 11,2017
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C'ant thank Alex enough, did find me a propriety in a short time Would definitely recommend their services. Thank you so much Alex .......
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“As usual, Oliver Jaques' sales team have provided a faultless ......”

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Aug 30,2017
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By: 'David'
Aug 30,2017
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As usual, Oliver Jaques' sales team have provided a faultless and professional service. The sales details and photographs were excellent. We were advised on every viewing by text and email and often sent feedback. The final negotiated price was better than expected in this currently ...
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“Michael, Paul and Matteo did a really good job in ......”

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Aug 29,2017
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By: 'Neil'
Aug 29,2017
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Michael, Paul and Matteo did a really good job in helping me to sell my flat in Surrey Quays and I would definitely recommend the OJ team to prospective sellers. They generated a very high number of viewings on my property (over 50 in total) and ...
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OJ offered to reduce their fees because they acted on the sale when I acquired the flat. They were competitive compared to other agents in the market, which is important in a tough market.
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“I'd like to thank Michael Petherbridge for his hard work ......”

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Aug 17,2017
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By: 'Olivia'
Aug 17,2017
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I'd like to thank Michael Petherbridge for his hard work in the past number of months. It's not the quickest transaction and had a number of difficulties to overcome, I appreciate his determination in completing this sale & purchase transaction and the fact he have gone ...
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I am the buyer, did not pay any fee.
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“Alex is a very nice guy. He has been very ......”

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Jun 02,2017
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By: 'Vincent'
Jun 02,2017
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Alex is a very nice guy. He has been very professional but also approachable during our tenancy. From negotiating the contract, putting us in contact with the landlord, giving us notice about viewings, to arranging the checkout, Alex has been very helpful and always had ...
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“I recently moved from Canada and met Alex while looking ......”

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Apr 07,2017
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By: 'Mitchell'
Apr 07,2017
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I recently moved from Canada and met Alex while looking for properties. Alex was a huge help with us moving in to our dream rental property. Great communication, response time and keeping us up to date with the process. Would definitely recommends Oliver Jaques but ...
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“Alex and Stephen have been a massive help with sorting ......”

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Apr 07,2017
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By: 'James'
Apr 07,2017
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Alex and Stephen have been a massive help with sorting out our new tenancy for us, they have been very quick, easy and helpful for getting things sorted. I would definitely come here again and go with Oliver Jaques. They are always in constant contact, ...
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“Alex Smith was extremely helpful in this process of finding ......”

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Apr 04,2017
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By: 'Julia'
Apr 04,2017
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Alex Smith was extremely helpful in this process of finding a flat. After we made our offer, he was constantly communicating with us updates and upcoming steps....
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“Both Alex and Stephen are helpful and responsive. Also, they ......”

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Mar 31,2017
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By: 'Denny'
Mar 31,2017
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Both Alex and Stephen are helpful and responsive. Also, they have sufficient knowledge to the property and the area and answered our queries not just quickly but also correctly. The information about agent fees and how will the paperwork being carried out are made clear ...
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“Michael, Paul & Matteo were amazing! They held our hand through ......”

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Mar 28,2017
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By: 'Deirdre'
Mar 28,2017
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Michael, Paul & Matteo were amazing! They held our hand through one failed sale and promptly found another buyer for our flat. They were always supportive and pragmatic and gave good, consistent, helpful advice. They were always available and managed the entire process from offer to ...
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No issues whatsoever with fees, very happy with the service and the fee agreement that allowed for higher and lower % fees depending on certain factors.
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“On a recommendation from a neighbour I sold through them ......”

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Mar 23,2017
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Mar 23,2017
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On a recommendation from a neighbour I sold through them and found them straightforward, helpful, friendly, accessible and quick. They know the area, give good advice, found me a buyer very quickly and made sure the sale went through swiftly and without hitches. They also ...
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Nobody likes paying these of course, but they were competitive, with a small discount thrown in which I appreciate.
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“Very friendly and professionals. We have sold and bought through ......”

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Mar 20,2017
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Mar 20,2017
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Very friendly and professionals. We have sold and bought through them and the experience has been very very good. We tried once to save the money by going to an online service and gout our hands burned, Oliver jaques helped us out and sorted the ...
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We negotiated but worth every penny none the less.
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“We recently bought a property through Oliver Jaques, and we ......”

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Feb 28,2017
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By: 'Alan'
Feb 28,2017
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We recently bought a property through Oliver Jaques, and we have never been more impressed with an agency. Matteo was particularly dedicated to the cause, and helped us secure our dream home quickly and efficiently. Especially when compared to the agent we used to sell ...
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Tenant Fees

Holding Deposit (per tenancy)

Equivalent of One Weeks' Rent

Last updated on 03/06/2019, 1:36 PM by Stephen Banks MARLA - Lettings Manager

Security Deposit (per tenancy. Rent under £50,000 per year)

Equivalent of Five Weeks' Rent

Last updated on 03/06/2019, 1:37 PM by Stephen Banks MARLA - Letting Manager

Security Deposit

Equivalent of Six Weeks' Rent - (Non Housing Act Tenancies and AST's where annual rent is above £50,000)

Last updated on 03/06/2019, 1:38 PM by Stephen Banks MARLA - Lettings Manager

Administration Fee
£120 (inc. VAT), Pay Upfront

Company Tenancies and Non-Housing Act Tenancies (Including Referencing and Contracts)

Last updated on 03/06/2019, 1:39 PM by Stephen Banks MARLA - Lettings Manager

Pending

£108 - £150 dependent on property size. (Non Housing Act Tenancies or AST's where annual rent exceeds £50,000)

Last updated on 03/06/2019, 1:41 PM by Stephen Banks MARLA - Lettings Negotiator

Default Rent Payment
3% (inc. VAT), Pay Upfront

Above Base Rate of the Bank of England when Rent is 14 days late.

Last updated on 03/06/2019, 1:41 PM by Stephen Banks MARLA - Lettings Manager

Referencing
£42 (inc. VAT), On Completion

Landlord Reference when requested by tenant (Non Housing Act Tenancies and AST's where rent exceeds £50,000 annually)

Last updated on 03/06/2019, 1:43 PM by Stephen Banks MARLA - Lettings Manager

Variation Of Contract((Tenant’s Request)
£50 (inc. VAT), Pay Upfront

Amendments or Changes to the tenancy where requested by the tenant.

Last updated on 03/06/2019, 1:44 PM by Stephen Banks MARLA - Lettings Manager

Lost or replacement key

Lost Keys / Security Devices will be charged at cost of replacement + £30 administration fee

Last updated on 03/06/2019, 1:45 PM by Stephen Banks MARLA - Lettings Manager

Early Termination(Tenant’s Request)

Early Termination of Tenancy - If, for any reason, you request your landlord to agree to ending the tenancy earlier than the end date set out in the tenancy agreement (or in line with any break clause included in the tenancy agreement) then he/she does not have to agree to this. However, should your landlord agree, then he/she can ask you to reimburse him/her for any financial loss he/she might suffer as a result. This may include………….. Equivalent of letting fee already paid to the agent by the landlord from the date you wish to end your tenancy until the date the tenancy ends contractually (variable) as well as the New Tenancy Set Up Fee of £360 inclusive of VAT.

Last updated on 03/06/2019, 1:46 PM by Stephen Banks MARLA - Lettings Manager

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