Reeds Rains Robinson Lee estate agents in Bury and Rawtenstall

★★★★★ 1/5

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Deserves Less Than One Star!

Deserves Less Than One Star!Useless is an understatement. Totally inept until they want £120.00 to resign the same contract with a "slight" rent increase every year.Incredibly inefficient, slow and unable to organise anything. When we first started the contract it took over 3 months to fix broken appliances to a sub standard quality. Even now trying to organise things to get fixed is a sluggish nightmare.Not looking forward to the deposit lynching we will get when we leave the property.

Matt · 22 June 2018 · Reeds Rains

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Beware!!

Very bad estate agents, not to be trusted. It took months and a threat of withholding rent to get a load of rubbish removed from back garden and loft. I was eager to finish my year with them, they then had the gall to with hold part of my deposit when leaving. I am in the midst of taking them to small claims. Beware

Rachel · 21 June 2018 · Reeds Rains

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Certainly NOT worthy of an 'Estate…

Certainly NOT worthy of an 'Estate Agent service'! With all the New and upcoming, Far CHEAPER estate agents on-line like 'Purple Bricks', 'YOPA', 'Tepilo', 'Doorsteps', etc, etc one would of thought Reeds Rains would provide a Far better, indeed Far CHEAPER service than what happened to us!? Reeds Rains 'Customer Relations Manager' Ignored the whole complaint Below :- 1. They totally ignored their then employee “J” first visit with us, his appalling discriminatory behaviour towards our beliefs etc, etc. They readily dismissed this as entirely irrelevant!2. We did NOT say ‘There was not a Vat element to this fee’ We said “J” and others said the Total at the end would be Only £1,700 and No more! This was the Agreement.3. This is the First Time We had seen this Document Reeds Rains say had a part to play in my sale!4. We also phoned Reeds Rains as suggested by your employee “J” to Clarify this with management etc at Reeds Rains. They clarified the Total amount would be asked to pay would be £1,700. and No More!5. They chose to ignore the fact that Reeds Rains Asked us to conduct the viewings ourselves stating because “No one is in the office twas available for the viewing!” We felt Literally pressurized into it! We had to sell our Property to prospective buyers and indeed We alone showed the Property to all who came around even the buyer. No one at Reeds Rains conducted the viewings and even with the buyer Reeds Rains Never told us the viewing was to take place with the buyer. We were kept entirely in the dark even when they turned up on our door step unannounced!This is Not the service anyone should expect is it not?6. Reeds Rains ignored the fact that the Floor plan made by Reeds Rains was entirely Wrong and we had to take considerable time redrawing it to how it should of been.7. We were forced to take the pictures because your staff put the old pictures up the pictures when I purchased this property years go when we purchased the property before we renovated it. Reeds Rains used some of the old pictures! In Their response to our complaints they conveniently chose to ignore these facts.Our Case is with the Property Ombudsman because Reeds Rains chooses to ignore our complaints but still demand money for their far from professional service!******In Reeds Rains response they say, we say honestly *****:1. While Reeds Rains use the convenient excuse that the offending ‘Employee no longer works at Reeds Rains’ his behavior was appalling and one that simply should not be brushed under the carpet and ignored with regards to our complaint! The Impact was felt and it proved extremely upsetting!So there you have it a company who readily dismisses the abuse just because ‘This employee no longer works at Reeds Rains’ !2. There was No ‘Confusion’ between us! In Good faith a “Total of £1,700!” was clarified which Means “£1.700!” in the real would clearly not Reeds Rains world.When I purchased a Car the Price I was told all in, the total amount was what I paid not £340 More like with Reeds Rains!As for the middle document they say appears ‘proving at etc £340’ ? We had never seen this alleged document or signed our name on it! 3.. ' when one of the viewings was booked by our central call centre.' That was the integral Viewing where the eventual buyer turned up without any notice, and unaware of them coming I almost did not open the door! As We stated at almost all times any viewings We were told would we do the viewing from the office at Reeds Rains, because of some excuse Reeds Rains couldn't! In Actual Fact WE sold our property with Reeds Rains They at Reeds Rains were to busy to conduct the viewings! 4. Floor plan was ready to be posted on -line already as were the Old out of hate pictures BOTH wrong!We thankfully spotted them and had to painstakingly redraw them and retake the pictures! Again We did the work of Reeds Rains and We sold our Home Not Reeds Rains!

PWE · 19 June 2018 · Reeds Rains

★★★★★ 1/5

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Very slow and disappointing service.

Rating only, no written review.

SD · 18 June 2018 · Reeds Rains

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So called estate agents

I am not a big review writer but I need to share my expreience with this so called estate agent.I was really interested about a property they are advertising so I was trying to make an appointment. It took them 3 days to answer the phone. I left them several voicemails only to get no answers.I managed to book a viewing at 9:45. The property I am talking about is right in front of their office. I got their in the morning rush only to be kept waiting for about 20 minutes.We climbed about 4 stair high staircase. My agent tried to open up the property for long minutes. It did not happen. He than went to pick up another set of keys and the procedure started again. So I was travelling for 2,5 hours, waited for an agent for 30 minutes and stood at the door for another 15 minutes and I could not even enter to the property. I have been promised to get a call from them on the same day as they are calleng for a locksmiths. I am still waiting for that call even tho it happened a week ago.I only wish I could give them 0 stars.

Tamás · 15 June 2018 · Reeds Rains

★★★★★ 2/5

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Staff are nice that work there but the…

Staff are nice that work there but the service is terrible. Had sitting tenant refuses to pay rent then after 3 mths rent protection pays out then tenant pays a mth so back to square 1 again . Fully managed by not doing anything about everything that tenant has dog in house and tenancy said no pets . Get house back after 3 yrs and stuff broken damaged or dog eaten in the house . Talked into sell at online oration site new way start low and bids go up. This is a lie as people go lower not higher so say. They talk the talk can take the money but want you to sell house bellow the asking price as a set deal.

Mandy · 13 June 2018 · Reeds Rains

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SELL SELL SELL

We were actually purchasing a property through Reeds Rains (Dartford) Sue Bunce being the agent.As a buyer I initially found Sue a bit frustrating , always on my case , chasing me every five minutes , I’m sure I’ve lost more hair BUT .... these are signs of an experienced , knowledgeable, hard working with no messing attitude which I would certainly be looking for in an Estate Agent IF I was indeed selling my property. So in short if your looking to sell your property I would certainly not hesitate in booking Sue at Reeds Rains (Dartford ) if your buying ... Look out Sue Bunce is about Thanks for all your assistance Sue it’s definitely been worth it , best regards Kev & Jo

Kevin · 8 June 2018 · Reeds Rains

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Extremely unprofessional agents left…

Extremely unprofessional agents left the property knowing we were running 10 minutes late- lying about the actual time of leaving as it was apparently 7 minutes after our arriving. The agent didn't even try to contact us, made us driving all the way from Marple in rush hours for nothing, assuming that we have nothing better to do and will come back other day.If this is how customers are treated at a viewing, we are glad that we are not becoming a tenant with this agency. DON'T RECOMMEND.

Andrew · 5 June 2018 · Reeds Rains

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Rotherham reeds rains are THE WORST ESTATE AGENT

Rotherham reeds rains are The WORST estate agent in ROTHERHAM, four people in a matter of days have had the same bad experience with them. DO NOT EVER GO WITH THEM THEY ARE NOT TRUE TO THEIR WORD ! I put a post on Facebook and they blocked me so they think that’s going to stop me !!!

Angela · 1 June 2018 · Reeds Rains

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Well done

I can’t thank them enough at the St. Helens branch. Supportive when buying a property through them. Had problems with selling a property and the solicitors but received good advice from the St Helens team. From my mum and I a big thank you

Janice · 31 May 2018 · Reeds Rains

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In fact no stars

In fact no stars I was shocked and horrified to receive an email from then telling me to remove my child from the property with immediate effect just because he was not inon the tenancy agreement how can any company think that is morally and ethically right Do not use reeds rains

Joanne · 26 May 2018 · Reeds Rains

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Would like to say a big thank you to…

Would like to say a big thank you to Jordan Milne (Reid’s Rains) Blyth branch. Jordan managed to let our house with in 48 hours and provided an excellent service from start to finish The photographer who came was very professional and we were delighted when we saw the pictures as they really showed the full potential of our house. We were kept in the picture through out the process of letting our property and everything was explained fully and clearly thus ensuring a smooth problem free result. We found Jordan to be not only very professional but also extremely pleasant and helpfull he is a real asset to Reid’s Rains and we will definitely be using his services again in the near future. Dawn and Mark Mclean

Dawn · 22 May 2018 · Reeds Rains

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Great service

Great service, I had to change my letting agent and within a couple of weeks they found a tenant. Was always very helpfull as it was my first time ever letting out a property.

Dan · 21 May 2018 · Reeds Rains

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Property sold to someone else once mortgage had been approved

I was going through Reeds Rains Huddersfield branch for the purchase of a property. I had provided the mortgage in principle certificate that they had asked for and once the mortgage was approved called them to tell them that this was the case. In addition I provided my solicitor details for conveyancing as they had requested. Unfortunately due to a technical error at the mortgage provider's end there was a 2 week delay in the survey being booked. In the interim of the 2 weeks I was told that the property had been sold to another person! The day after I was told this the surveyors rang the agents and were also told that the property was no longer being sold to me. When I rang the branch to see what had happened I was told we had taken too long and they had sold the property to someone else. When complaining to the branch manager I was told that I should have provided evidence that the mortgage had been approved, however I was never told to provide this by the agent that I was dealing with! I was also told that we took too long to book the survey. I was told this even though I had already provided solicitor details and the mortgage in principle certificate when asked to. Understandably this was a terrible experience and I can certainly say that I will not be going via Reeds Rains to purchase a property.

Amer · 18 May 2018 · Reeds Rains

★★★★★ 5/5

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Amazing service!

Sue was absolutely amazing for us buying a house! I'm a first time buyer and she was super supportive in the process and helped to push our solicitors! Everyone was great when I called and would make sure to help me out with any issues straight away! They are 100% by the book and make sure that you are informed of every step of the way. We also brokered through them with mike and our mortgage was accepted in less than 24 hours! Can't recommend them enough- if I ever need to sell I would use them without hesistation! Thanks so much! Reeds and rains Dartford!

Grace · 18 May 2018 · Reeds Rains

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Whickham, Gateshead were great!!!

We were well looked after by the staff at Whickham, Gateshead during our recent sale and purchase. Always made welcome and sound advice from all. We were happy with the value placed by Hazel, after other estate agents placed a much lower value. Thanks very much!! Ian and Lindsay

Ian · 17 May 2018 · Reeds Rains

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Cross gates branch really good I dealt…

Cross gates branch really good I dealt with Clare and hand their very efficient and I’m really pleased with the outcome.

N · 15 May 2018 · Reeds Rains

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lack of competence

I sincerely advise against renting a house by this agency. They are supposed to full manage and service the property, but they don't. I am the one constantly chasing things up. The only thing they are interested in is your payment. Currently since 3 months, I am trying to enforce the repair/replacement of a broken bathtub and other major issues. Not working radiator in the bathroom is also not a problem for them. Their contractor for a month does not even have time to appear. After the request for repair, I received a letter saying that I should pay a tax council for the period when I did not rent a home. A complete lack of competence.

Anna · 10 May 2018 · Reeds Rains

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Reeds Rains - Chester Le Street

Collected our keys from Reeds Rains Chester le street today and I could not be happier!The service I have received has been outstanding, genuinely the best service I have experienced in a very long time. I have dealt with many estate agents in the past but I must say this has been the best experience between them all. Thank you so much Janet and Susan. You are an absolute asset to the company. I really hope this is recognised

Samantha · 2 May 2018 · Reeds Rains

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Appalling Service - Chorley Branch

Appalling Service - Chorley Branch.I've had nothing but issues from day one. They have no communication skills whatsoever. I have reported faults regarding the property I rent and many times they 'forget' to even note it on their system, or they haven't contacted a contractor, or haven't informed the landlord. It's ridiculous. I even sent a complaint in to the brand manager not long after I moved in due to the state of the property and they claimed it was done by a professional, when I was even told by one of their staff the previous tenant was cleaning it up. It was a right state and the smell of the property was disgusting. Has I checked the property again before signing the contact I wouldn't have signed it at all! They are supposed to full manage and service the property, but don't. I am the one constantly chasing things up.If you try to complain they just blatantly blame it on you and don't accept responsibility for their lack of organization, communication and general lack of attention to the job.

Stacey · 2 May 2018 · Reeds Rains

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Terrible

Trying to rent a property is the worst thing to do with these idiots best thing this company can do is go bust they have no communication skills what so ever

Cbartle · 1 May 2018 · Reeds Rains

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would never rent off Reeds Rains again.

We rented a fully managed property off Reeds Rains and it was a horrific experience. We waited 5 months for a bedroom door to be fixed that was mentioned before we moved in. Then 5 months for a broken gate. They have no empathy at all. Each department blames the other or the landlord when repairs are not carried out. Our over all experience was absolutely horrific. Also staff in the Cheadle branch speak to you like your beneath them. It’s was so bad I couldn’t speak to them without loosing my temper.

Brian · 29 April 2018 · Reeds Rains

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Ian - Anchorage lettings

Ian from the lettings department of the Anchorage office has been brilliant. He is quick to respond to queries and provides great customer service. Would definately recommend Ian if you are looking for properties to rent in the area.

Louise · 26 April 2018 · Reeds Rains

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Horrendous service from Grimsby branch…

Horrendous service from Grimsby branch to both us, the buyer, and their customer, the seller. We ended up arranging a 3rd viewing to deal with the seller direct because of all the hassle we had, and it turned out the seller had suffered the same!The biggest issue is that they will LIE to get you to increase your offer. I always had to chase them as they never replied to emails all called back when promised. They constantly failed to pass on info/questions to the seller.The biggest liar is the manager Marie, and the we also dealt with a Julie, Sarah & Sophie who played a part in the lies. Example - “the seller would like you to use our solicitor, it would make your offer more attractive”. After asking to pass on my details to communicate “the seller doesn’t want to as they want our professional (lol) service”. They also make out you HAVE to come in for a “qualifying” meeting if your offer is accepted - this is another disguised way to get you in with their mortgage broker who I imagine (I refused to go) will hard sell mortgage and house / life insurance.The lies and omissions came to light by dealing direct. The seller had experienced the same lack of communication. Never got feedback on viewings for them. Failed to turn up to accompany a viewing. Had people turn up for a viewing that they hadn’t been notified of. In the end they said they preferred doing the viewing themselves because the person that turned up was useless (in our case they turned up late, stunk of cigarettes and just followed us around saying “it’s lovely isn’t it” but couldn’t answer any questions)We made 3x offers but only one was communicated to the seller - we got a different story from each person at reeds as to why they rejected the offer (lies) and what they were after. Only dealing direct enabled us to come to an agreement 3 weeks after putting our first in! They tried to blame the seller for this for various reasons that all turned out to be lies after dealing direct.The seller complained and they offered a reduction in their fee. The fee is ridiculous anyway - £180 upfront for photos and 1.25% commission +VAT. The seller will pay ~ £4K for shoddy service. I used and online estate agent that cost £199 all in, who are available 24/7 and provided outstanding service.I’m sorry but the one advantage the high street has is face to face service, but this has clearly bypassed reeds.Rightmove and seller hosted viewings sell properties nowadays. I can’t understand what they do for the extra £3.8kDon’t trust these cowgirls

William · 25 April 2018 · Reeds Rains