Barnard Marcus Lettings London reviews

★★★★★ 1/5

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Appalling company who seem only interested in their overinflated commission

If I could give Barnard Marcus 0 stars I would. Whilst they may have sold my property. In 6 months they found 1 potential buyer and I had to show him round. Throughout the entire period I had to chase them I complained on numerous occasions but nothing changed, and in the end when I complained formally in writing the response was "We understand you're not happy with the way your sale had been handled but none of the problems stopped the sale going through"Hopefully I'll never have to move again but if I do it won't be with Barnard Marcus.

Brian · 14 February 2019

★★★★★ 1/5

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bad company, unprofessional team, no respect for customers

We have been tenants with Barnard Marcus (Sequence LTD) for 2 years. Dealing with them has been one of the most frustrating experiences I ever had. The first problems started even before entering our new house because Tooting Offices did not process the contract on time. As consequence our entrance was delayed one day. After 2 years living in the property, our tenancy agreement ended on a 24th Sept and I claimed my deposit back immediately after. My deposit was not transferred back to my account until the second week of December. During that period I claimed it repeatedly by phone, email and in person, providing all the details they needed to process the refund every single time. I spoke with 9 different employees from different departments and none of them was competent enough to solve the situation nor even give me a reasonable explanation for the delay in the transfer. Most of my emails and phone calls were ignored and on those times when I was lucky enough that someone answered the phone I only received vague excuses asking me to wait a few more days to receive the monies, or claiming that it might be caused by a problem with my bank account. I asked my bank twice and nothing was wrong with my account, transfers should be received in 2 hours max. After complaining through their internal procedure, rising a dispute on the deposit through TDS and threatening them to contact the property Ombudsman before taking legal action the monies were received into my account (3 months after our tenancy agreement ended). Since nothing changed from the first day I claimed the deposit (same bank account, same recipients name, same reference, same everything) and they refused to send me any details on the transfers they “were attempting” I just assume they did not try even once until they were pressed by a third party.I will never deal with Barnard Marcus again in the future. Useless company, unprofessional team and total lack of respect for their customers.

Victor · 19 December 2018

★★★★★ 5/5

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Sabira at Barnard Marcus is a star!

Brilliant service by Sabira. She is a great professional. She has done such a marvellous job with my sale recently. She explained everything in detail and made me feel so comfortable while taking through this journey. Thanks SabiraKeep up your good work Sadaf

Sadaf · 15 April 2024

★★★★★ 1/5

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1 star because I cant select 0 stars!

1 star because I cant select 0 stars!! without doubt the worst lettings agent ever, Catalogue of errors, poor service incompetent staff in Richmond branch (Benjamin German) and also the head office (Ann Marie Kirby/Daisy Saunders. Unable to resolve queries, no co-ordination between staff. constant telephone chaser call with no resolution. Elevated to manager (Francesca Mitchell) without conclusion. Still waiting for my deposit after another BM error in taking a mysterious fee!!Do not under any circumstances use this company they are USELESS!!!

Wayne · 2 October 2018

★★★★★ 1/5

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Take proper care of your tenants!

I rent a flat through barnard marcus Ealing branch. I was contacted by James from branch that his manager was going to visit my flat to do an evaluation as per landlord request. Shockingly, when I went back home from work I found that the door was unlocked, not even closed! How careless are you! Will you leave your door open when you are out of your own home? James said he would contact his manager, but I never got a reply from him, nor did I get an apology from whoever did the evaluation.

Yuanwei · 28 September 2018

★★★★★ 1/5

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I even don’t want to give one star…

I even don’t want to give one star because of very very cheap and low costumer services. Avoid them because of the cheap behaviour of staff. They value their own time not the costumer.

Fahad · 13 September 2024

★★★★★ 1/5

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Absolutely TERRIBLE service (Richmond…

Absolutely TERRIBLE service (Richmond offices). First, we were given the wrong information about the release of our deposit. We were asked to first go to the landlord in order to get our deposit. The landlord was on holiday so we waited for when he got back. The landlord then advised us that the deposit wad with Barnard Marcus. When we again approached Barnard Marcus (depending on whom we approached) we were then told that Barnard Marcus was now waiting for the landlords sign off!!! Not only were we given the wrong infornation but no action was taken to request the landlord for the release until after we chased Barnard Marcus a few times via calls /emails...When I requested tone am with someone in the office to escalate the issue i was told that the agent that we wwre dealing with was the manager of the office!!!We still haven't received our deposit despite receiving a go ahead from the landlord!!!!Stay away from this unprofessional firm if you want a peaceful tenancy and your deposit back.

Dilpreet · 16 July 2018

★★★★★ 2/5

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Disappointing

Disappointing service. In my personal experience, I did not find the agency knowledgeable, I had to correct my name, and the amount agreed for a house purchase was wrong on the form, also not turning up for a viewing, and more. I don't blame the agency staff, something clearly needs to be fixed with the training. They are pleasant on the welcome and social side so I feel a bit sorry for them as I'm not sure where things are going wrong! I hope the managers can find a way to improve standards.

MP · 22 June 2018

★★★★★ 5/5

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Leroy Bailey & Joshua Ferguson are top class letting agents in this area. When i first encountered them it was through an enquiry i made in which Leroy called me back within 20mins. The line was bad throughout and then it disconnected and instantly Leroy gave me a call from his mobile to continue the conversation, booked me into the property and Joshua came to meet me there, on time and didn't come across as the "typical estate agent". It is a shame that the property wasn't for me. However the service. 5 Stars.

Kadeem · 18 June 2018

★★★★★ 1/5

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Avoid this company! I have used Barnard Marcus for many years and always paid the fee upfront in good faith at the start of each tenancy. My current tenants contract has moved to a periodic tenancy and they are now trying to charge another six months fees up front, more than 800.00 on top of this the current tenants split up and removing one from the contract cost over 500.00 to just remove the name from the contract. I tried to dispute the extra charge for the periodic tenancy and they withheld the whole months rent into my account and as a result I almost defaulted on my mortgage payment. I’m living in NZ and the whole experiance has been appalling. On top of this the tennant has contacted them to move out and they still have not contacted me to advise on what to do. The tenant had to contact me to say he was fed up with their service. This whole episode has dragged out over months and Joshua and Danielle have been shocking to deal with.

Andrew · 18 June 2018

★★★★★ 1/5

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VENDORS - Spend that 0.5% extra

VENDORS - Spend that 0.5% extra to provide your buyers with a legal above board experience. We purchased a flat with Wintana at Barnard Marcus. They do not respect the law regarding conditional selling. We were forced to use in house solicitors to have our offer put forward. We were pushed to sign contracts when our property was not in the condition we offered. Very money-focused, no customer service whatsoever.

DOMINIC · 13 October 2021

★★★★★ 1/5

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I signed a contract with them what a mistake !

I signed a contract with them in December, for 12 weeks, their staff over priced the property by £100,000.00 ! Local market knowledge !4 months later, i was told it was overpriced, as I tried repeatedly to get out of the 12 week contract which I believed to be over, I was told you then have to give a further 28 days notice !What a stitch up! avoid signing with them !Comment on agent feesThey got me to put the property on at £100,000 more than it was worth, with a fee based on this, then when the price was reduced wouldn't reduce their fee - its a scam to get more fee's !

Nick · 18 April 2018

★★★★★ 1/5

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Unprofessional

We agreed to move the 1st of March, the state agent asked us to live the 28th if Feb. We were trying to understand why pushing us to do so. We have previously arranged with our removal company for the 1st March. The state agent took 3 days to send us the contract over, just Te afternoon before we were supposed to move in. And it was delayed for a day, we had to reschedule the removal company many amd oay fees and change the date for a day where it increased £10 extra per hour! It is really disappointing and we were so frustrated. Don’t trust them and get anything written by email.

Caro · 2 March 2018

★★★★★ 5/5

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The agent i spoke too had already…

The agent i spoke too had already answered 90% of my questions before i even had the chance to think of them myself!From the very start to end i felt supported and confident leaving the responsability with them.Highly recommend for an efficient and thorough service!

Mark · 9 February 2024

★★★★★ 1/5

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Estate Agencies immorality

It is immoral, unethical Estate agency taking deposit from the tenants and keeping it in their system to improve their cash flow. Maybe they are on the edge of bankruptcy.I agreed to rent a flat for 1300/month. then the agent said the landlord wants 1325 I said ok. We signed agreement and I paid £500 deposit, it was immediately deducted from my account. next day the agent said the landlord wants £1350 I said no I want my money back, aweek later said ok the landlord might consider your offer! I said no I want my money back! since 20 oct till now which is 31 oct I have not recvd my money and still asking them everyday to pay me my money. What should we do with people lie that?

Henry · 31 October 2017

★★★★★ 5/5

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I would like to thank (and recommend!) the Lettings team for its sterling work in letting my property within 24 hours! Oliver was extremely knowledgeable and easy to deal with. Well done!

Jules · 18 June 2017

★★★★★ 5/5

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Scott and Lucy at the Sanderstead office provided a good service

Scott and Lucy at the Sanderstead office provided a good service when I was selling my flat. They were polite and helpful and responded to phone calls and emails and passed on communication from the buyer.They kept the sale alive during times when there were pauses from either buyer or seller.

Linda · 4 September 2023

★★★★★ 5/5

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Ben and his team at the Surbiton branch…

Ben and his team at the Surbiton branch were very good and helped a difficult negotiation. Thank you

Edward · 3 March 2022

★★★★★ 5/5

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Really very good service. They were attentive and available at all times. Highly recommended

Florencia · 19 December 2023

★★★★★ 5/5

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Georgina at Lavender Hill

My son bought a flat in Nine Elms, the process was handled by Georgina Saunderson from the Lavender Hill branch of Barnard MarcusThe structural survey identified a few issues that needed to be sorted outThe situation was complicated as the vendor has emigrated to Australia and the property unoccupiedHowever Georgina walked us through the process with sensible solutionsIt has been a pleasure to deal with her

Jane · 21 January 2022

★★★★★ 1/5

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Good luck if you are a seller!

Wanted to see an auction flat. Emailed. No response. Chased - one response with few details. Emailed two more times, no response. Showed up on day of viewing and met with a disinterested and rude agent really looking to end the viewing. What a wonderful experience! Would never use them if I were selling. Good luck to you if you are!

DT · 5 September 2022

★★★★★ 5/5

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Very Pleasant Experience

I had a very pleasant experience dealing with the manager of Ealing Branch Manager, Anthony Woznia. With his help, I found my current home and I couldn't be happier living in it, for almost a year now!Their staff are knowledge, courteous, and in general very professional. And I would love to work with them again and again.

Shan · 31 January 2023

★★★★★ 1/5

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Scammers

Scammers, don't trust them, I've lost time and money when I was about to buy a flat. They recommended me their mortgage adviser Timea Bozhani which charged me 750 pounds upfront. Despite having an excellent score I didn't qualify for any mortgage. I will never again use this agency, and for sure I'm not paying anyone upfront.

VMS · 22 January 2023

★★★★★ 1/5

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Already bad experiences during the…

Already bad experiences during the tenancy so we looked to move out, inventory checkout was poorly coordinated - we were told someone would call us on the day of checkout, nobody did, so we rang them up and they gave us the external inventory agents and they said they had no record of a appointment for our property. We are now 3 weeks post-leaving the property, and still no sight of the deposit.

Andy · 18 May 2020