Trusted Agent profile · Bournemouth
★★★★★
211 reviews across 2 platforms
Clifton House, 10 Poole Hill, Bournemouth, BH2 5PS
Simon and Co's office in Bournemouth, at Clifton House, is rated 5.0 out of 5 across 211 reviews on two platforms, including 198 Google reviews rated 5.0.
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5/5
GoogleI said over 40 odd years of owning and selling properties. Simon & Co were the best company we had ever dealt with . The whole experience was totally stress free and with very little input on our part, as Simon & Co organised all the viewings and dealings with our solicitor but kept us up to date at all times
5/5
GoogleThe most impressive agent I’ve used to sell a home in 20+ years. I rejected approaches from three major multi-branch agents due to Simon’s non-pushy and slightly non-standard, but highly effective, selling approach. Plus my sense that he genuinely wanted to sell my home - it wasn’t just “a job to do”. Simon’s methods delivered more viewings and credible offers - in the depth of winter - than I expected, a quicker and smoother sale, and at a price I was hoping for. He was diligent and professional - well over an hour on-site to capture a large number of high-quality pictures, which he added to a comprehensive and well-written property profile. Same-day and clear feedback after viewings and I don’t recall ever having to chase him for anything. I sensed he was working equally attentively to potential buyers' needs and questions. Neighbours have already approached him to manage their own home sale. If you value being able to meet your agent in a fancy high-street office, with half-a-dozen staff sitting there to answer phones, piles of glossy brochures, grand promises that they'll sell your home next week at thousands more than you expected, etc, then Simon’s not the agent for you. But if instead your priority is to actually sell, for a good price and swiftly, with minimal stress, and with great service from your agent, then he definitely is.PositiveResponsiveness, Quality, Professionalism, Value
5/5
GoogleSimon recently sold our 2-bed flat in Meyrick Park Crescent, Bournemouth (no chain involved). It is a well maintained, top floor flat with a long lease and allocated parking space. In the beginning we put the flat on the market in Autumn 2018 when Brexit uncertainty was beginning to spook prospective buyers. After a slow start with six or so positive viewings we accepted an offer in September 2019. However, against the background of growing uncertainty, economic gloom and mortgage lending tightening the sale fell through in November 2019. The sales process was simply taking too long in such an uncertain time through no fault of Simon. We took the flat off the market in December and decided to try again in January 2020. Following another six or so viewings we finally accepted an offer at the end of February 2020. Meanwhile, Covid-19 was making its presence felt and the property market was about to go into hibernation, not to mention solicitors being furloughed … Fortunately, the sale successfully completed in June 2020. Simon’s prompt feedback after viewings was excellent and we cannot stress enough the importance of good communications, particularly during times of uncertainty. We are convinced that the sale went through against the odds because communication channels for buyer and seller were kept open and reassurances given when necessary. Big thank you from us, Simon.PositiveProfessionalism
5/5
GoogleI am incredibly grateful to the whole team of Simon&Co. This year I bought my first flat and the team have been responsive, patient, kind and I felt held. I felt treated like an individual vs a potential buyer - with a trusted team on my …
5/5
GoogleMoving home is one of the most stressful thing you can do in life .So it was absolutely essential for this to be as stress free and smooth as possible for me ,and I could not of asked for a better service than what I received. My worries,fears and anxieties were soon put at ease,as I ceived constant attention and update from start to finish. Simon &Co was proffesional ,friendly and supportive through every step and stages of the process. I would recommend Simon &Co to anyone and I know that I would not hesitate to use Simon &Co again in the future THANK YOU SIMON 😊 OLA
5/5
GoogleWe had seen the property we wanted to buy before putting ours on the market. We were just coming to the end of our renovations and were hopeful of finding an estate agent who would be understanding of our situation and achieve a good price quickly. We "interviewed" three estate agents, a large regional chain, a local single office agency, and Simon. The large regional chain were hopeless, arriving 15mins late for a valuation, before advising a very low figure just because a property a few roads over was similar. The local single office agency were great, but just told us what we wanted to hear, and had the usual approach of going with a high figure and accepting offers. Simon was immediately different. He listened to our thoughts and ideas, told us what we needed to hear and how he would make it work. We went with an aggressive figure but were confident Simon's approach would achieve higher, and he didn't disappoint. Simon and I spent an entire morning photographing all aspects (good and not so good) of our property. Having a listing on RightMove with photos high in quality and quantity created an initial buzz when we launched. His communication through the viewing process (e.g. logistics and feedback) was exemplary. Within a week we had two offers, within 10 days we had sold. We had never sold a property before, nor been a link in a chain. As such we had no reason to appreciate the role an estate agent plays once an offer has been accepted. Solicitors and surveyors, as their roles dictate, make everything sound scary. Simon's candour, communication skills and dogged persistence to see us through to exchange of contracts was very welcome. He was a sane voice amongst the stress. Overall, we can't recommend Simon enough. We're grateful we took the chance, but in reality we knew it wasn't a risk as soon as we met him.
5/5
GoogleWe approached Simon on a recommendation after wasting 4 months with a high street estate agent who we never actually met! Within a weekend of the property being re advertised it was under offer and this has flowed through to a hassle free, quick and very stress free sale completion. We have been impressed with his advice, confidence and friendly approach. His photographs really enhanced and emphasised the features of our house and he has kept us fully informed with his “whats App” chat throughout the sale process. Simon has really become a friend rather than an agent and brings his personality and easy going nature into the negotiations. This is a fresh and new approach to the reputation of estate agents….fantastic!
5/5
GoogleSimon is the best type of estate agent! - Genuine, honest and straightforward about everything. - Professional but nothing formal, just really helpful about everything from the start. - I have almost too much experience having been in the buy- to-let business a few years ago and also worked part-time as an agent myself, so I know it's not easy. Simon is capable and efficient but his informal manner is great and makes one feel more relaxed and then much easier to cope with all arrangements.- I would recommend him to anyone! 😁👍⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Mary Farrar
5/5
GoogleWe would not hesitate to recommend Simon in the highest regard. Simon has helped us to secure essentially our dream home in record time with absolutely no stress or complications. His method of communication meant that we were continually informed of any progress and we were given accurate timelines throughout the process. Simon is an experienced professional who gave us very clear and realistic guidance throughout the process and we are very grateful to have benefitted from his skill and integrity during the purchase. We would absolutely use Simon & co in the future.
5/5
GoogleWe first met Simon when viewing a property which turned out not to be right for us, but we were so impressed with his professionalism and attention to detail that we didn’t even consider any other agent to market our property. From talking us through his opinion on market value to holding the hands of our purchasers, we could not fault him. We’ve rarely encountered anyone who is prepared to put in so much effort both for us and the purchasers - he even chased up issues with the property we were planning to purchase and in fact the contrast between Simon and our vendors agent was glaringly obvious. His contacts within the industry seem to be wide ranging and equally reliable and he is clearly held in high regard by all of them. We wouldn’t hesitate to use him again (though we’re never moving again, honest!) or recommend him to anyone else.
5/5
GoogleI bought my first property off Simon last year and found him to be an absolute pleasure to deal with. He made it his business to know every detail of the property he was selling and it’s clear he’s an expert on the local property market, he was super helpful in obtaining any documents I requested and answered all of my questions thoroughly. Of which there were a lot! 🤣 I’d have no hesitation in recommending him at all and I find him to be really straight talking, honest and professional. He’s also a thoroughly nice bloke and is happy to go the extra mile. The whole process ran smoothly and Simon kept in constant contact, his communication is second to none. Once the sale had completed he even hand delivered the keys to my work as I couldn’t get over to his office. When I’m buying again I hope I’m lucky enough to be buying from Simon. And if I’m ever selling he’ll definitely be my only choice. Thanks Simon. You’re a superstar! Till the next time.
5/5
GoogleSimon has all qualities that other estate agents lack. After negative experience with local agents, we decided to meet Simon. I was very sceptical before meeting Simon but decided to give him a chance after reading reviews. Simon seems to be a real estate agent who, in my definition, is not just a sales person but: a marketer, a photographer, a consultant, a buyer's and/or seller's negotiator, an analyst and what is the most important for me, a person who is there for you to guide you through very stressful process. He is very informal what makes you comfortable to be around him but at the same time he is highly professional, honest and full of integrity. It feels like he fully understands that to be successful in real estate requires a high level of self-motivation and creativity and Simon offers both of them in free package: you will not be asked to pay an extra for any marketing packages like other estate agencies do. He will come to take extremely professional photos and sacrifice his own time to prepare them to high standards what takes at least a few hours. I am very critical person when it comes to standards of photography and I was pleased with excellent shoots of our property and great attention to details. Also, I find that Simon’s approach and strategy are the future of real estate, understanding responsibilities to their clients, code of ethics and the law and implementing this knowledge into practice. Clients are becoming more aware of potential issues when buying or selling properties, they ask more questions, have more queries. Unfortunately all agents I personally met know very little about properties they sell. Simon, yet again, is totally different. He will invest his time in scanning every single document you own to be able to answer any potential queries that prospective buyer may have. I was amazed by this transparency and honesty towards prospective buyers as I never met the agent who would be knowledgeable about property the show you. On the top of that Simon is always available for you if you have any queries, issues or just need advice and re-assurance!
5/5
GoogleIt was a great pleasure to work with Simon. This is the first time we have sold a house and he has made the entire process very easy for us. He took away all our worries. Simon was very kind and helpful; he certainly knows his job very well and has been involved 100% of the time. It was like working with a friend. We went on holiday during the process and kept in touch with by WhatsApp, he kept us informed on the viewings and offers etc...and by the time we came back the house was all but sold :) We would highly recommend Simon & Co.
5/5
GoogleSimon and Co proved to be a fantastic estate agent to purchase my property through. I saw the property on right move and rang Simon to book my viewing. Simon is unlike most estate agents and I found him to be very honest and extremely helpful throughout the process. After having my offer accepted on the house he was on hand at all hours of the day 7 days per week to answer questions. It was a complicated chain and Simon fought to ensure the chain moved along. He is hard working and has a refreshing attitude, one that I have never experienced with an estate agent before (this is the 3rd house I have purchased and have sold 2 houses). I would thoroughly recommend using Simon. I have no intention of selling my beautiful new home but were I to then I wouldn't hesitate to use Simon and Co for the sale.
5/5
GoogleWe sold through Simon & Co at the asking price. Simon provides a personal service from images and writing the spec, accompanying viewings and keeping us informed at every stage by email or phone. He worked really hard to push the others in the chain including contacting vendors, agents and solicitors. He is a talented photographer, taking excellent photos which showed our home in the best possible way. I thoroughly recommend him.PositiveResponsiveness, Quality, Professionalism, Value
5/5
GoogleI bought my house recently through Simon & Co and they were a an absolute pleasure to deal with. Sol showed myself and my mum around without any pressure and was helpful and happy to asnwer all questions. During the buying process there was …
5/5
GoogleWe highly recommend Simon and Co. From the initial meeting we were convinced they were the right team for the job, and we're happy we went forwards with them. The presentation of our house for sale was way better than any what any other …
5/5
GoogleAfter searching for months to find the perfect property, I came across one that Simon & Co were advertising. A few viewings later, I put in an offer. Being my first time buying a property I was new to the whole experience and everything it entailed. Simon Spicer dealt with me personally to help in what ever way he could. I can not express what a relief that was. Simon's approach was calm, informal but professional, respectful and honest. Thank you Simon & Co. Highly recommended!
5/5
GoogleSimon is probably the best Estate Agent we have had the pleasure of working with. He is fair, very communicative and attentive and we were the buyers!! Before I met Simon I have to admit I had started to develop a real distaste for estate agents in general. As a potential buyer, I found many of them to be flippant about our ‘wants’ and rubbish at keeping in contact with us. Simon proved to us that there are some good eggs within this unregulated industry, who will help you to buy the property you want at a fair price, without undue stress. We were so impressed; he even took photos of our property after we did the interiors as part of his ‘after care’. I honestly couldn’t recommend Simon and Co highly enough.
5/5
GoogleI had a flat that had been rented out for 30 years. It was tired and a bit smelly!!! I decided to sell rather than refurbish and my letting agents Midas Letting recommended Simon & Co. Simon was the first honest truthful estate agent I have met in my 70yrs of life. He viewed it took some lovely photos and recommended we ask for offers of 150K. Each person who viewed the flat he sent me a report and discounted those who offered silly low offers. Within three weeks it was sold for 161K quite remarkable. He assisted all through the processes of solicitors and lease etc. and his charge was reasonable. Apart from his professional attitude to business Simon is a really nice gentleman and someone I am proud to recommend. Roger Mason (Christchurch)
5/5
GoogleSimon was really fantastic when we were purchasing our property. Despite him acting for the sellers we felt he was on our side too. He made sure we understood what was happening and always got back to us straight away with an honest answer. He took the time to let us visit the property on multiple occasions including weekends and evenings and he often replied to messages late at night to ensure we wouldn’t be worrying about anything needlessly. We couldn’t fault Simon and we would recommend him to others. We are really grateful we happened to have Simon for our purchase and hope to work with him in the future.
5/5
GoogleSimon has been absolutely amazing from our first viewing to now having been in our new home for just over a month. He has been brilliant at communication from the beginning and allowed us to view the property as many times as we needed before and after our offer was accepted. He has also been great at liasing with the developers and brokers to ensure a speedy turnaround. Simon is honest, helpful, and efficient and has made the buying process as stress free as possible for us! We would highly recommend. Thank you so much Simon! Kirsty & Liam
5/5
GoogleWe sold our house recently through Simon and it was the best-selling experience we have ever had. From start to finish Simon was friendly, approachable, honest and professional. We originally met Simon when viewing a property that he had for sale and were so impressed with the service he was giving us as buyers, we vowed to use him should we ever decide to sell ourselves. Several weeks later after finding the house we wanted to purchase, we contacted Simon to put ours on the market. He was meticulous with the details and photos, showing our house in the best possible light, but also in a realistic way so the viewer wouldn’t have any nasty surprises when they came around. Something we have experienced ourselves many times when viewing. Simon sold our house within 24 hours for more than the guide price and for the price we were hoping for to enable our onward purchase. The feedback that Simon provided from each viewing can only be described as comprehensive. He detailed every fact that we needed to know about each viewing which gave us confidence in knowing that he would find the right buyer. Simon’s involvement did not stop once the sale was agreed, he liaised constantly with all parties throughout the process from agreement to completion, meaning we were informed all the way through and confident that everything was being done behind the scenes to process our sale as quickly and as trouble free as possible. We would not sell a property through any other estate agent now and would happily recommend Simon to anyone looking to sell a property. He made our experience as trouble free and simple as selling a house could be.
5/5
GoogleSimon's unique approach to selling property is founded upon a system backed up with evidence and sound logic. I went onto the market with my eyes wide open. Your property will be given the opportunity to find it's true market value through …
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