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5/5
GoogleWould 100% recommend. Lloyd, Darren, Stephanie and Anita have been absolutely brilliant!
We initially used another local estate agent and hadn't sold in 9 months. After 4 days of being on the market with Williams and Donovan we'd sold! Communication has been 1st class throughout. We always got feedback about viewings without having to ask. After selling the team were always one step ahead of the solicitors, and gave us helpful information to assist with the exchange and completion process.
Couldn't be happier with the service and would use them again :D
Hayley Β· 13 December 2025
Agent replied Β· 13 April 2026
Thanks for your review Hayley. And thanks for letting help you after your experiences with your previous agent, changing agent is a difficult decision and hopefully your review will help others find us. We wish you well for the future, always here if you need us.
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5/5
GoogleWe bought our new family home from williams and Donovan, it was a very stressful time for us due to our buyers solicitor delaying things and if it was ever gonna happen but all the staff are amazing and Stephanie and Anita are so kind. always got back to us by phone if I had any questions about the property we was buying. We was also gifted a bottle of drink and a new home card when we collected our Keys, which was so lovely .We would highly recommend williams and Donovan.
Brenda Β· 13 December 2025
Agent replied Β· 13 April 2026
Thanks for your review Brenda, we wish you all the very best in your new home. Was a pleasure to help you find your new home.
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5/5
GoogleWilliams and Donovan have been absolutely outstanding from start to finish, and I cannot recommend them highly enough. Their professionalism, communication, and genuine care made the entire process smooth and stress-free.
A very special mention for Stephanie, who was nothing short of exceptional. She consistently went above and beyond, keeping me informed at every step and handling every challenge with impressive efficiency. Her dedication, attention to detail, and unwavering support made all the difference. Itβs rare to find someone so committed to achieving the best outcome while making you feel completely supported throughout. I sincerely hope she still works there when we come to sell.
Thank you, Stephanie, and thank you to the whole team at Williams and Donovan, truly first-class service.
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Batman Β· 13 December 2025
Agent replied Β· 13 April 2026
Hi Stefan, thanks for your review. Your comments are well appreciated and we wish you well in your new home. Glad to have been of service.
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5/5
GoogleAfter having an awful experience with another estate agent we decided to put our trust in Williams and Donovan, not only did they assist with a tenant situation very professionally they secured an offer on the property, although there were some complications with the process of the sale (mainly on the buyers side) Stephanie at Williams and Donovan was always on the other end of the phone and email to answer any queries we had. She was always very polite and professional, she went above and beyond many times often doing the solicitors job !! Not only is she the best at her job, she truly is the most calm person Iβve had the pleasure of dealing with. Eventually we exchanged and have now completed the sale. I can 100% recommend the professionalism of this company, thank you from all The Whites !! π
Katie Β· 13 December 2025
Agent replied Β· 13 April 2026
Thanks for your review and for putting your trust in us to let us help you after your previous experiences with another agent. I think sometimes people view all estate agents to be the same, and we work really hard to make sure thatβs not the case. Best of luck for the future, always here if you needs us.
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5/5
GoogleWe recently bought our first home and had an amazing experience with William and Donovan. From start to finish, everything was smooth, professional, and exciting. Anita and Stephanie were absolutely fantastic, super responsive and β¦
Anita Β· 13 November 2025
Agent replied Β· 13 April 2026
Thanks for your review Anita, we were glad to help you with your purchase and wish you all the best for the future.
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5/5
GoogleStephanie Jones was consistently brilliant from start to finish. I have used estate agents in the past which can leave you in the dark and not be at hand for any questions or issues. Stephanie was the complete opposite, every Step of the way Stephanie was updating me and checking in that everything was going well, this made the whole process easier. I would highly recommend using williams and Donovan for both selling and buying property as you are in good hands with good people
George Β· 3 June 2025
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5/5
GoogleThis review is for all the staff at Williams and Donovan.
We moved last week, and it was a bit off a nightmare to say the least.
Stephen was very supportive and knowledgeable, as were other members of staff that we spoke to we were kept in the loop with each step. Stephen explained a bit better than the solicitor of any off the problems that had arisen.
He handled everything very professionally and put us at ease.
We will definitely recommend using Williams and Donovan.
A big thank you π
Janet & Noel
Jan Β· 25 December 2023
Agent replied Β· 24 March 2024
Thank you Janet and Noel for your review. We feel itβs so important to have a service that continues throughout the buying and selling of homes and thatβs where Stephen and our dedicated Client Services team come in, to provide updates and help progress your sale through to completion. Itβs great to hear that the service you received was 5π and that youβd recommend our services π
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5/5
GoogleI canβt recommend Williams and Donovan more. Extremely professional service from viewings all the way through to completion. Both Anita and Stephanie were excellent in helping tackle any issues that arose and kept me updated at all times!
Jack Β· 29 August 2025
Agent replied Β· 2 September 2025
Hi Jack, thank you so much for your kind words, particularly for Stephanie and Anita. We all hope you'll be very happy in your new home and you know where we are if you need us in the future!
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5/5
GoogleThis review is for Paul Dunne, senior after sales specialist at Williams & Donovan.
Our recent experience of moving home was quite stressful to say the least for various reasons! However, Paul was an absolute constant support throughout the process.
Paulβs ability to get updates across the chain was invaluable, he clearly has all the connections with solicitors and local estate agencies.
An experienced and highly thought of professional within the property market, thanks to Paul he was able to update us regularly, we couldnβt have been more grateful.
Paul is an absolute asset to Williams & Donovan, any client of theirs are extremely fortunate to be looked after him.
Thank you Paul and best wishes to you!
Steve & Frances
Steve Β· 25 November 2023
Agent replied Β· 24 March 2024
Thank you for your review Steve. Paul prides himself on the customer service he provides to clients and itβs great to hear you received such a fantastic service from him. We'll ensure your feedback is passed onto Paul and the team π β¦
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5/5
GoogleStephanie has been really helpful throughout the whole process. Friendly, professional, and easy to deal with. A great estate agent, highly recommend.
Debs Β· 13 January 2026
Agent replied Β· 13 April 2026
Hi Debs, thanks for your review, we wish you all the best for the future.
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5/5
GoogleWilliams & Donovan were absolutely amazing when recently buying my home. They were patient, kind, helpful, knowledgable and such a joy to work with. If I come to selling my home, I will definitely be going to them. Huge special thanks to Anita, Denise, Steve and all the team in the Benfleet branch for everything they did in helping find my home and the support they provided. 5/5 service!
Kim Β· 21 May 2024
Agent replied Β· 20 June 2024
Hi Kim, thank you for your review, it means so much to us to know how that our hard work is appreciated and that we make a difference for the people we help. Always here if you need us. Best regards, all at Williams and Donovan.
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5/5
GoogleVery professional and friendly service, Stephanie has been very helpful and would definitely use in future and recommend
Martine Β· 13 January 2026
Agent replied Β· 13 April 2026
Hi Martine, thanks for your review, it was a pleasure to help you sell, we wish you the best of luck for the future. Always here if we can help you again.
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5/5
GoogleThis is a company that I would recommend to anybody thinking of moving. The service from the start was excellent. After the original offer was received the after sales service was outstanding. I would like to mention Stephanie in particular whose help was was at times the only thing that got us through the whole process.
Peter Β· 30 March 2026
Agent replied Β· 13 April 2026
Hi Peter, thank you for taking the time to post us a review. We appreciate how important the after sales service is and are one of the few agencies that employ a full time progressor. Stephanie is an asset to our industry, and Iβm sure your words will mean the world to her, as they do to our team. We wish you well for the future, always here if we can help again. Best regards, Lloyd Brooks MNAEA Director
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5/5
GoogleA very positive experience with Williams & Donovan who handled our purchase. Stephanie in particular deserves a mention as her communication skills ensured we were well informed throughout the process, which was at times, frustrating, as is often the case when buying and selling homes. Thanks for everything, looking forward to picking up the keys.
Sarah Β· 6 April 2026
Agent replied Β· 13 April 2026
Thanks for your review Sarah, we look forward to seeing you soon. Best regards, Lloyd Brooks MNAEA Director
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5/5
GoogleThank you so much to Stephanie for the smooth process of our after sales experience with William and Donovan, we were kept up to date throughout the whole process and would highly recommend them.
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Julie Β· 4 July 2025
Agent replied Β· 2 September 2025
Thanks for your review Julie, glad we were able to help you. Best of luck for the future.
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5/5
GoogleWe had a great experience working with Williams and Donnovans. Stephanie was incredibly supportive through a difficult sales process going above and beyond what was expected.
Reilly Β· 13 October 2025
Agent replied Β· 13 April 2026
Hi, thanks for your review, we wish you the best for the future.
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5/5
GoogleI have overall been really pleased with the whole process but have to call out Stephanie Jones in after sales. She has been amazing and gone far and beyond what you would expect an estate agent would have to do continually chasing solicitors and other estate agents in the chain that just can't communicate.
Worth using Williams and Donovan just for Stephanie to look after the sale.
Andrea Β· 13 December 2025
Agent replied Β· 13 April 2026
Thanks for your review Andrea, we agree, Stephanie does an exceptional job of making sure our clients are looked after post sale. Thereβs so much involved in every property sale, from photos to booking viewings to negotiating a sale; but we realize how important the after sales process is, which is why we invest in a full time member of staff solely communicating between the solicitors, agents, clients etc. This said, many still fail to shine where Stephanie excels. Your review means the world to us, thank you.
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5/5
GoogleThe first contact they listened and gave figure they thought would achieve SPOT ON
Then the sales team kept us upto date every step of the way
And because we were 2 owners 1 in Essex and Other in New Jersey USA they ensured no confusion for us both
Well done team Williams and Donovan Benfleet
Peter Β· 13 March 2026
Agent replied Β· 13 April 2026
Thanks for your review Peter and letting us help you sell your property. Wishing you all the best for the future. You know where we are if we can ever help you again. Best regards, Lloyd Brooks MNAEA, Director
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5/5
GoogleI cannot say enough about the team in Benfleet, Lyn & Anita were absolutely 100% committed to our move, even though the market was going thru tough times, there constant support and help meant the move went ahead, as I am sure without them our move would not have happened, I would strongly recommend
W & D they care about there customers which is very important when you are moving, so thank you to you all for making our move happen, we are very happy in our new home,
thank you all
Gary Β· 2 March 2023
Agent replied Β· 30 July 2023
Thank you for your review Gary. We pride ourselves on providing an exceptional customer service to all of our clients and itβs great to read your feedback, weβll be sure to pass your comments on to Lyn, Anita and team. Enjoy your new home ππ‘ β¦
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GoogleWe would highly recommend Williams and Donovan, especially Stephanie who was extremely professional and helpful throughout the process. β¦
Kadriye Β· 13 November 2025
Agent replied Β· 13 April 2026
Hi Kadriye, thanks for your review. We wish you the best for the future.
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5/5
GoogleI was very impressed with the great service provided by everyone at Williams & Donovan.
Everybody contributed 100% to the sale of what was an estate property which attracted a considerable number of viewings.
These were all attended by the professional staff of Williams & Donovan, who handled the entire process with great sensitivity.
There were never any 'hard sale' techniques employed, but this did not distract from the task in hand; it only served to enhance the experience.
Probably the best recommendation I can give is that I would have no hesitation in using this Estate Agency again.
R.S.
Roland Β· 2 December 2022
Agent replied Β· 30 July 2023
Thank you Roland for your review. We pride ourselves on providing an exceptional customer service to all of our clients and itβs great to read your feedback πππ» β¦
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5/5
GoogleWe began our property search with Williams & Donovan in February 2022. After months of searching we finally found a property and had an offer accepted in the May (not without help from Anita and Leigh!) 3 months later, we were gutted to hear the seller was no longer going through with the sale and we were back to square one. Within a couple of days, we had a call from Anita letting us know of a property that was due to come to market that she thought we would like - really appreciate the personal touch! Eventually, 2 months later we find the βoneβ, as recommended by Anita. Throughout the trials and tribulations of searching for a home to buy, Anita, Lynn and the team have helped us every step of the way. They took the time to get to know what sort of things were important to us and show us around so many properties! We appreciate every little bit of their help and are so grateful - thank you!
Sam Β· 2 December 2022
Agent replied Β· 30 July 2023
Thank you Sam for your review. Weβre glad we managed to get there In the end for you!
We pride ourselves on providing an exceptional customer service to all of our clients and itβs great to read your feedback and will make sure this gets passed onto our team πππ»
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5/5
GoogleWilliam & Donavan Benfleet sold us our first home! From viewing to completion, Stephen King, Anita and the team helped, advised and offered support throughout the entire process. Always happy to take a call, email and respond to our queries helping a smooth and quick sale for all involved. Thank you!
Sarah Β· 24 September 2024
Agent replied Β· 24 October 2024
Hi Sarah, thanks for your review. Wish you the best for the future. Always here if you need us. Best regards, the team at W & D
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5/5
GoogleWilliam & Donovan were the estate agents of my purchase and they have been super helpful and friendly throughout. In particular, Stephanie from after sales has been so lovely throughout the whole process and made what is a very stressful time, so much more pleasant. Thank you!
Paige Β· 30 March 2026
Agent replied Β· 13 April 2026
Hi Paige, thanks for you review. We were happy to help you buy your new home and wish you well for the future. Always here if you need us. Best regards, Lloyd Brooks MNAEA Director
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