Beresfords Lettings reviews in Braintree

Dear Hayley and DavidI have seen a copy of your recent review posted on Trustpilot. Although this is a review platform we do not subscribe to, I wanted to reply regardless. The reason the deposit has not been returned to date is due to the general condition of certain parts of the property following your departure at the end of your tenancy. As a result, the landlord instructed us not to return any of your deposit until such time as relevant quotations had been received from contractors to put things right. Legally, letting agents cannot refund monies to tenants until such time as both landlord and the tenants concerned have agreed a mutually acceptable compromise. I understand that Elaine West, a member of our lettings team has spoken to you (Mr) on Tuesday and Thursday of this week, and is doing her very best to resolve this matter as soon as possible. The landlord has committed to come back with the findings of the quotations early next week so let’s hope that at this point both parties will be reasonable and come to a sensible arrangement, which in turn will enable us to return some of your deposit. We hope that you now appreciate agents have to follow a legal process in such instances, and in some instances it can take a considerable period of time to reach a final conclusion. Steven BondManaging Director

Hi Athol,I just wanted to thank you for taking time out to provide your feedback and I am pleased that our local lettings team impressed. We are all very grateful for your 5-star rating.Steven BondManaging Director - Residential Lettings

Hi Alex,Thank you for leaving your positive feedback. I was pleased to read that Alice has been efficient and helpful throughout your dealings with her and that you found the overall experience to run smoothly. We are all very grateful for your 5-star rating.Steven BondManaging Director - Residential Lettings

Hi Esme, Thank you for 5 star award and positive comments for Maria who is based at our office in Colchester. Maria works really hard to provide the best possible customer care and will really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. We look forward to assisting you again in the future. Alison Horsley, Customer Service Manager.

Hi Ose,So pleased that you were impressed with Debby and that she dealt with you throughout in a professional manner. I know she will be very grateful for your kind words and we all appreciate your 5-star rating.Steven BondManaging Director - Residential Lettings

Hi AnikaThanks so much for providing us with your feedback. I’m so pleased you were impressed with our service and that everything proceeded without issue.Steven Bond Managing DirectorResidential Lettings

Hi Abaker,We appreciate you finding some time to provide us with your feedback. I am pleased that you found Lauren helpful when renewing your tenancy and we are all very grateful for your 5-star rating.Steven Bond Managing Director - Residential Lettings

Hi NamritaYour feedback is very much appreciated. I was pleased to read that Kate, one of our senior Inventory Clerks was friendly and professional, listened to some of your concerns and promptly addressed them. I know Kate will be very grateful for your kind words.Steven BondManaging Director - Residential Lettings

Dear Mr HarrisonHaving read the contents of your review, although we reply to every single review I felt compelled to respond to yours personally. Naturally I was concerned at some of the comments made and having investigated the matter further reply as follows. We would never treat anyone, be they tenants or a landlord with any disrespect but if you felt this was the case on this occasion then I sincerely apologise. My understanding is that neither yourself or any member of your family were actually present on the day of check due to Covid restrictions so I would be keen to know more about why you felt our staff made you and your family feel like second class citizens. I’m happy for you to provide more information in this regard and then I can investigate further. My direct email address is sb@beresfords.co.uk . I must disagree with your comments regarding the return of your deposit. As an industry we are tightly controlled by certain regulations. In terms of deposits, letting agents cannot return a deposit to a tenant until all parties (landlord & tenant) have agreed to any specific amount being returned. This cannot be based merely on verbal agreements as the legislation dictates we must have written confirmation from both parties. To speed up this process we request written confirmation by way of an electronic signature. We conducted our check out inspection on 11 November then prepared the relevant report which was subsequently sent to both parties within a few days. On the 18th November having digested the contents of the report the landlord verbally agreed to return your deposit. They were then sent a document to sign electronically the same day but as of close of business on Friday we were still awaiting return of this. We have chased the landlord twice since Wednesday and I can see from our internal records that our staff have been keeping you fully updated. We will of course continue to chase until such time as the relevant authorisation is received. Often letting agents get ‘bad press’ over this issue but I hope my explanation above provides a more detailed overview as to why it is not as simple as just returning funds on the final day of the tenancy, and to a certain extent is out of our hands if we are awaiting information or confirmation from clients. As a business we always try to act professionally and within appropriate guidelines, but in situations like this it sometimes works against us which is a real shame. Please rest assured we will continue to chase the landlord for a response and return your funds immediately upon us receiving the required written authority from the landlord.Steven BondManaging Director, Residential Lettings

Trustpilot is not a site we currently subscribe to and therefore I have just been alerted to the review you posted towards the end of last year. I am naturally concerned and disappointed with the comments made within. As a business we invest significant time and money into training with a view to delivering consistently high levels of customer service and I apologise if we have let you down on this occasion. Our clients benefit from a full range of services that we are able to offer and these will be outlined when dealing with an initial inquiry. Our independent mortgage advisors offer free advice and there is no obligation. Whilst we would encourage people to 'shop' around for the best possible deal, it is ultimately the client's decision as to whether they take up this option.Unfortunately I am unable to locate your file details to help me identify any concerns. Please could you contact me with further information on a.horsley@beresfords.co.uk.Alison Horsley, Customer Services Manager.

Hi Anthony, I have read your recent review and am naturally concerned and disappointed with the comments made within. Following a review of your file and having spoken to our Branch Manager Nick, it would appear his view is slightly different to your own in terms of how events unfolded recently. As you know, Nick did attend the appointment but could not gain access. Whilst there, he contacted our office who then subsequently called you but unfortunately, you were not available and therefore unable to advise him how to enter. I am sorry if you were inconvenienced, but we did try and contact you as outlined. Following our visit, I understand your call to our office was less than complimentary. Nick, who was on leave at the time, rang you upon his return at the end of last week to discuss further. Your approach again, could have been more considerate, particularly given he was trying to assist you. I am now informed the office are due to revisit with a view to taking your property on the market, as per your request. The team at our Braintree office work really hard to provide the best possible customer care and it is disappointing to note your comments. Should you wish to discuss this matter further, please contact me at a.horsley@berefords.co.uk. Alison Horsley, Customer Service Manager

Hi DanielI appreciate your feedback and I am pleased that you found the approach of our lettings team in Brentwood both friendly and helpful. It is also great that everything proceeded smoothly for you.Steven BondManaging Director - Residential Lettings

Hi John Thank you for posting your recent review. I was pleased to read that our lettings team in Braintree have provided a professional service and maintained good communication throughout your dealings with them. It's great to know that you would not hesitate in recommending us to others. We all very much appreciate your kind words and 5-star rating. Steven Bond Managing Director - Residential Lettings

Hi Mr StowersMany thanks for taking the time to post your recent review. It is so pleasing to read such positive feedback considering how long we have been acting as your letting agent. Our staff always strive to go above and beyond for our clients and I am delighted that you would recommend us to others. On behalf of Beresfords can I thank you sincerely for all the business that you have provided to us over so many years. Rest assured, it is certainly never taken for granted.Steven Bond Managing Director - Residential Lettings

Hi Albert,Thank you for taking the time to leave your positive review. I know James and the rest of our lettings team at Chelmsford will be very grateful for your kind words and 5-star rating. We look forward to working with you again in the future.Steven BondManaging Director - Residential Lettings

Hi MamMany thanks for your detailed review. I was pleased to read that our local lettings team are looking after your rental investment and remain in regular contact with you, especially in terms of updates regarding your legal responsibilities. We are all very grateful for your 5-star rating.Steven Bond - Managing DirectorResidential Lettings

Hi BillieMany thanks for taking the time to leave your review. I am glad your experience with us was a positive one and it is great that you would recommend us to others. I know that all the team in Chelmsford, but especially Abby and Thomas will be very grateful for your kind words and 5-star rating.Steven BondManaging Director - Residential Lettings

Hi Oghenetega Thank you so much for your positive feedback. Our staff try really hard to meet expectations of all customers and I am pleased that on this occasion they all appear to have exceeded expectations. We all very much appreciate your 5-star rating. Steven Bond Managing Director - Residential Lettings

Hi Wendy, Thank you for taking the time to post your 5 star award and positive comments for the team at our Braintree office. Having operated in the industry for over 50 years, we pride ourselves on our quality of service and have many returning clients like yourself. We really appreciate you sharing your experience and thank you for the recommendation. We look forward to assisting you again in the future. Alison Horsley, Customer Services Manager

Hi Cherril,Thanks for providing your feedback. I was pleased to read your positive comments regarding Tessa, our Lettings Manager at Colchester. I'm glad that she assisted effectively in making your move as stress free as possible.Steven BondManaging Director - Residential Lettings

Many thanks for your positive feedback from your recent dealings with Imogen during her recent routine inspection to your rental property. I was pleased to read that her approach was professional and respectful.Steven BondManaging Director - Residential Lettings

Hi Noel I am so pleased that your recent experience when dealing with Samantha has been very positive and I know she will be very grateful for your kind words. Steven Bond Managing Director - Residential Lettings