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★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleWe experienced excellent and very friendly service from the proactive and focussed team at Abbott's, Halesworth. Great communication along with quick and effective responses make this Estate Agency really stand out from the rest (& that's after a lot of experience buying and selling houses).
P · 17 September 2018 · Abbotts Countrywide Halesworth
Agent replied
Thank you for this fantastic 5* review Pat for the whole team at Abbotts in Halesworth. It is excellent to read that everyone in the branch has been proactive and respond quick to any enquiries. Thank you for your kind words. Best wishes, Maryjane.
★★★★★ 1/5
GoogleI spoke to a letting agent at Abbott’s this morning regarding making an appointment to view a property managed by her. I had been waiting over two weeks to hear from her regarding this.
She had made no effort with in this time frame to keep me updated about the progress of this appointment.
When I enquired as to firstly why I had received no response in that time and why it was taking so long to make a simple appointment she was very rude, defensive and implied that I was being unreasonable and then actually hung up the phone.
In summary My experience of this letting agent is that they are highly inefficient with appalling customer service and communication skills. I was made to feel that I had done something wrong by enquiring about an appointment that I had asked to be made over two weeks ago.
I don’t think it is unreasonable to expect some sort of communication in that time even if it was not possible to actually pin point a date to view. They had access to my landline, mobile and email.
I would not recommend them to anyone.
This should not be confused with the sales team who were polite and as helpful as possible today.
Jane · 28 August 2018 · Abbotts Countrywide Bury St. Edmunds (39-41 King Street)
Agent replied
Hi Jane
As we had to go through a third party in order to get the tenant's permission to get the property views this is why there was a delay in arranging your visit but if you would like to discuss this or anything else further please do not hesitate to contact us.
Kind regards, Chris
★★★★★ 1/5
GoogleAbbott’s countrywide Bury St Edmunds maintenance team never phone back when you’re told they will. Don’t reply to emails. Have left me in the dark regarding the repayment of my deposit for over 40 days with no sign as to whether there are any deductions. Absolutely useless.
I’d never rent through them again nor recommend anyone doing so.
During my tenancy it took over 3 months to send someone to check on a leak.
Took 36 days to repay my overpaid rent.
I don’t have a good word to say.
DONT RISK IT. There are much better estate agents!
Raymond · 28 August 2018 · Abbotts Countrywide Bury St. Edmunds (39-41 King Street)
Agent replied
Hi Raymond,
Thank you for taking the time to leave this review. I am sorry to see that your experience with Abbotts Countrywide has not been to the high standards that we always aim for. Here at Abbotts we are always looking to find new ways to improve our customer service , therefore please be assured that all feedback is taken extremely seriously. I would like to extend my sincere apologise for the amount of time it took for several tasks to be completed, I fully appreciate the stress and inconvience that this must of caused.
Many thanks again for leaving this feedback. Kind regards, Regan.
★★★★★ 1/5
GoogleForgetful, uninterested and difficult. They forgot to show up when I was due to move in. They took ages to fix an extremely simple issue, and made me feel guilty for asking them to do it. And trying to get my deposit back has been a joke.
Sophie · 28 August 2018 · Abbotts Countrywide Cambridge
Agent replied · 26 August 2024
Good afternoon Sophie,
I am very sorry to see this. It is essential that all of our customers receive a 5* service at all times and I am sincerely sorry if this has not been the case on this occasion. I would like to thank you for bringing these issues to our attention and please be assured that all feedback is taken extremely seriously.
Many thanks again for taking the time to leave this review. Kind regards. Regan.
★★★★★ 1/5
GoogleUnprofessional and rude! Had a viewing with the woman called Jessica who first of all totally forgot about our scheduled appointment! So after calling many times managed to rescheduled for later in the day. This is after we has driven 20 miles to come and view the property. When we did arrive for the viewing with. We were told to wait outside while the property was being viewed by someone else, so with her running late was running, that meant we were running late into our own plans too! There was no apology or anything, very unprofessional in my opinion.
Apon finally viewing this house and asking questions about the property - she didn’t have a clue and didn’t know anything about the house! Her favourite line and only answer was ‘Errmmm I don’t know’.This is not what is expected when you are viewing any property.
We really liked the house, but this whole experience put us off completely and we decided not to go any further. Very disappointed! Abbot's might be wise to consider sending her on any future vewings!
Iveta · 31 July 2018 · Abbotts Countrywide Ipswich (3 Butter Market)
Agent replied · 30 July 2023
Hello Iveta
Thank you for taking the time to leave this review. I apologise for the issues caused when you were viewing the property. Rest assured that your comments will be passed on in order to improve our customer service.
Kind regards, Chris
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleWe are just in the process of completing a house purchase via Abbotts at Fakenham. Throughout the inevitably difficult process, the team at Fakenham have helped and advised us and done everything in their power to progress our purchase to completion.
A big thank you for your professional, friendly and helpful service!
Bob · 31 July 2018 · Abbotts Countrywide Fakenham
Agent replied
Great to read Bob that you found your experience of Abbotts in Fakenham worthy of this 5* review! It is brilliant to read that you felt supported and helped by the team throughout what seems like a difficult sale and that you found the team professional, friendly and helpful. Best wishes and kind regards, Scott.
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleOur experience of Abbotts, Fakenham for both selling and buying our house was excellent. All members of staff were extremely helpful and kind, trying to make the stressful process of selling and buying as smooth as possible. Without fail they always came back to us after a query and were proactive in forward thinking any possible issues or problems. We cannot recommend them highly enough. A & T King
Tracy · 31 July 2018 · Abbotts Countrywide Fakenham
Agent replied
Thank you for taking the time to leave this wonderful 5* review. The team at Abbotts in Fakenham strive to deliver the straightforward, personal and passionate service to its customers and it is great that you were able to take advantage of this throughout your sale and purchase. I will make sure you review is shared with the entire team at the branch, many thanks and best wishes settling in to your new home, Sarah.
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleAbbotts came to value my property and although I felt that what they were telling me was pretty much what any other agent would, they also said that I would get an update every week through the sale process.
I was sceptical but as a friend had recommended them I went ahead and placed my property on the market.
I’m happy to say that I had a satisfactory offer within 3 weeks and to my surprise I had an update every single week throughout the sale.
Everyone I spoke to was extremely efficient and I would have no hesitation in using Abbotts again in the future and will certainly recommend them to family and friends.
Clare · 31 July 2018 · Abbotts Countrywide Fakenham
Agent replied
Thank you Clare for your wonderful 5* review.
It is great to read that the team at Abbotts, Fakenham, went above and beyond your expectations regarding weekly communication and updates, and that you gained a sale so quickly! Thank you for your wonderful recommendation.
Kind regards, Scott.
★★★★★ 1/5
GoogleThis was written over a month ago:
Worst company I ever have had the displeasure of using. Rude, unhelpful staff. Do not get back to you with serious issues and never answer emails or phone calls. Am in danger of losing my deposit due to the gross incompetence of this company so I advise you steer well clear of them.
Addendum 26/10/17: Its been over a month now and everyone else has had a response from their reviews from the owner and yet I have not received any response at all. This just goes to show how incompetent they are!
Disgruntled · 31 July 2018 · Abbotts Countrywide Cromer (41 Prince of Wales Road)
★★★★★ 4/5
GoogleAfter some initial problems, Abbott's exceeded my expectations during a challenging sale. They earnt every penny of their fee. Hilarie Butler deserves 5🌟 for handling a difficult situation with empathy and professionalism, absolutely lovely. …
Imi · 31 July 2018 · Abbotts Countrywide Cromer (41 Prince of Wales Road)
Agent replied
Thank you Imogen for your great review of Hilarie and the Abbotts, Cromer, team. It is great to read that you felt the team earned their commission and that Hilarie handled your sale with empathy and professionalism.
Kind regards, Scott.
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleI purchased a house from one of Abbots clients and must say that I was really impressed with the way they kept me updated throughout the process and made communicating with the seller a doddle. If i ever want a good efficient estate agent again I will certainly go with Abbots.
Thank you Hilarie
Andrew · 31 July 2018 · Abbotts Countrywide Cromer (41 Prince of Wales Road)
Agent replied
Thank you for taking this fantastic 5 star review Andrew for the team at Abbotts in Cromer. Congratulations on your recent house purchase, I am so happy to hear that the process was straightforward for you. Many thanks, Maryjane.
★★★★★ 1/5
GoogleI spoke to a letting agent at Abbott’s this morning regarding making an appointment to view a property managed by her. I had been waiting over two weeks to hear from her regarding this.
She had made no effort with in this time frame to keep me updated about the progress of this appointment.
When I enquired as to firstly why I had received no response in that time and why it was taking so long to make a simple appointment she was very rude, defensive and implied that I was being unreasonable and then actually hung up the phone.
In summary My experience of this letting agent is that they are highly inefficient with appalling customer service and communication skills. I was made to feel that I had done something wrong by enquiring about an appointment that I had asked to be made over two weeks ago.
I don’t think it is unreasonable to expect some sort of communication in that time even if it was not possible to actually pin point a date to view. They had access to my landline, mobile and email.
I would not recommend them to anyone.
This should not be confused with the sales team who were polite and as helpful as possible today.
Jane · 31 July 2018 · Abbotts Countrywide Bury St. Edmunds (1 Risbygate Street)
Agent replied
Hi Jane
As we had to go through a third party in order to get the tenant's permission to get the property views this is why there was a delay in arranging your visit but if you would like to discuss this or anything else further please do not hesitate to contact us.
Kind regards, Chris
★★★★★ 1/5
GoogleAbbott’s countrywide Bury St Edmunds maintenance team never phone back when you’re told they will. Don’t reply to emails. Have left me in the dark regarding the repayment of my deposit for over 40 days with no sign as to whether there are any deductions. Absolutely useless.
I’d never rent through them again nor recommend anyone doing so.
During my tenancy it took over 3 months to send someone to check on a leak.
Took 36 days to repay my overpaid rent.
I don’t have a good word to say.
DONT RISK IT. There are much better estate agents!
Raymond · 31 July 2018 · Abbotts Countrywide Bury St. Edmunds (1 Risbygate Street)
Agent replied
Hi Raymond,
Thank you for taking the time to leave this review. I am sorry to see that your experience with Abbotts Countrywide has not been to the high standards that we always aim for. Here at Abbotts we are always looking to find new ways to improve our customer service , therefore please be assured that all feedback is taken extremely seriously. I would like to extend my sincere apologise for the amount of time it took for several tasks to be completed, I fully appreciate the stress and inconvience that this must of caused.
Many thanks again for leaving this feedback. Kind regards, Regan.
★★★★★ 1/5
GoogleWe would like to thank Lorraine and her team for all their help and hard work in selling our property, and have no hesitation in recommending them
to anyone.
Yvonne · 31 July 2018 · Abbotts Countrywide Attleborough
Agent replied
Hi Yvonne, thank you for taking your time to leave us your feedback. It's great to see that Lorraine and the team were so helpful. I can see that your feedback is positive but you have only rated us one star, please could you contact us at review@countrywide.co.uk so we can discuss this in further detail. Kind Regards.
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleAs a first time time buyer, I was looking for advice and support in understanding the variety of mortgages currently on offer and which would best suit my circumstances. I compared numerous brokers and found that Holly Sims provided the most extensive, proactive, detailed and step-by-step insight.
She clearly explained the different processes and schemes available; including timelines, costings, pros and cons of each, as well as what was achievable within my ideal budget and goal. She carried out extensive research on my behalf, provided a great service and I thoroughly felt invested in. I would strongly recommend Holly if you are looking for a great Mortgage Advisor.
Heather · 31 July 2018 · Abbotts Countrywide Norwich (2 Riverside Centre)
Agent replied · 30 July 2023
Thank you Heather for this fantastic 5 star review for Holly at Abbotts Countrywide in Norwich. It is great to read that you found Sally extremely supportive and knowledgeable. I will share this review with her and the entire team at the branch. Many thanks, Sarah.
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleVery happy with Abbotts Watton team 👍 they delivered way beyond my expectations by getting an offer within two days of being on the market at the asking price. Thank you …
Benn · 31 July 2018 · Abbotts Countrywide Thetford
Agent replied
Thank you for the great 5 star review As always, we are glad to hear excellent feedback about the service we provide to our customers. I will pass your comments on to everyone involved at Abbotts in the Watton branch.
Kind Regards,
Sarah
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleWe were really happy with the service provided by Abbotts - right from the first valuation visit from Stuart Tricker, through to dealing with Hannah Grist and Janette Etheridge. They were always friendly, prompt and professional - wouldn't hesitate to recommend
Chloe · 31 July 2018 · Abbotts Countrywide Thetford
Agent replied · 30 July 2023
Thank you for this wonderful 5* review Chloe, for the Watton branch of Abbotts. I am so pleased to read that all the team were professional and helped you every step of the way. Thank you for the recommendation. Best wishes, Maryjane.
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleWe have just purchased a property through this company, we have found the professionalism that we received was second to none, should you decide to use them for your next property you will receive a very warm and welcoming approach from all the staff.
They were very accommodating to our needs and addressed any queries instantly.
We would not hesitate to recommend them.
Thank you very much for making our purchase a pleasurable one.
Richard & Kathryn Lloyd.
Lucy · 31 July 2018 · Abbotts Countrywide Thetford
Agent replied
Hello Richard, thank you for taking the time to leave this wonderful review for the team at Abbotts in Watton! It is fantastic to read that you have recently purchased your new home through our branch and it was as straighforward as possible.Thank you for the recommendation, best wishes, Maryjane.
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleWe had a very pleasant experience buying and selling our home through Abbots. It might not have gone to plan first time but they always did their best to help us.
We also used Jonathan for our mortgage advice and he always went the extra mile to help and advise us as best he good.
Would definitely recommend the whole abbots/countrywide team in Watton
Lucy · 31 July 2018 · Abbotts Countrywide Thetford
Agent replied
Hi Lucy, Thank you for taking the time to leave us your brilliant 5* review of the team at Abbotts in Watton. It is wonderful to read that your experience was very pleasant and that the team went the extra mile to help and advise after the initial issues, resulting eventually in a successful experience. Thank you for your kind recommendation and best wishes for the future. Kind regards, Scott
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleVery professional and helpful. Kept us up to date with everything in regards to selling our house and our mortgage which we did through Abbotts in Watton as well. All in all a fantastic service from the house selling team and the mortgage adviser. Would have no doubt recommending Abbotts in Watton if you are looking to sell your house or are in need of advise regarding mortgages.
Jon · 31 July 2018 · Abbotts Countrywide Thetford
Agent replied
Thank you Jon for your wonderful 5* review of the service you received while both selling and gaining a mortgage through Abbotts in Watton. Thank you for your brilliant recommendation, Scott.
★★★★★ 1/5
GoogleUnprofessional and rude! Had a viewing with the woman called Jessica who first of all totally forgot about our scheduled appointment! So after calling many times managed to rescheduled for later in the day. This is after we has driven 20 miles to come and view the property. When we did arrive for the viewing with. We were told to wait outside while the property was being viewed by someone else, so with her running late was running, that meant we were running late into our own plans too! There was no apology or anything, very unprofessional in my opinion.
Apon finally viewing this house and asking questions about the property - she didn’t have a clue and didn’t know anything about the house! Her favourite line and only answer was ‘Errmmm I don’t know’.This is not what is expected when you are viewing any property.
We really liked the house, but this whole experience put us off completely and we decided not to go any further. Very disappointed! Abbot's might be wise to consider sending her on any future vewings!
Iveta · 30 July 2018 · Abbotts Countrywide Ipswich (3 Butter Market)
Agent replied
Hello Iveta
Thank you for taking the time to leave this review. I apologise for the issues caused when you were viewing the property. Rest assured that your comments will be passed on in order to improve our customer service.
Kind regards, Chris
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleWe were really happy with the service provided by Abbotts - right from the first valuation visit from Stuart Tricker, through to dealing with Hannah Grist and Janette Etheridge. They were always friendly, prompt and professional - wouldn't hesitate to recommend
Xanthe · 13 July 2018 · Abbotts Countrywide Thetford
Agent replied
Thank you for this wonderful 5* review Chloe, for the Watton branch of Abbotts. I am so pleased to read that all the team were professional and helped you every step of the way. Thank you for the recommendation. Best wishes, Maryjane.
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleRating only, no written review.
Peter · 11 July 2018 · Abbotts Countrywide Ilford
Agent replied
Thanks Peter for the 5 star rating. The team at Abbotts, Barkingside are happy to receive this. Best wishes.
Kind Regards,
Sarah
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleChris, Sam and everyone I dealt with at Abbotts were so helpful with finding a tenant for me. Their guidance and advice were invaluable, and they were always available to deal with my enquiries and requests. I have no hesitation in recommending them.
Andrew · 8 July 2018 · Abbotts Countrywide Basildon
Agent replied
Hi Andrew
Thank you for the review and the recommendation. I will make sure that this is fed back to Chris, Sam and everyone at the branch because it sounds like they have earned those 5 stars!
Kind regards, Chris
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