Every review we hold for the Solihull office, from every platform, shown as written. First names only.
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleWe’ve had a really positive experience with Black and Golds Estate Agents throughout the whole renting process, from submitting the application to signing the tenancy agreement. Everything was well organised and communication was always clear and efficient.
As Ukrainians, the rental process can sometimes be challenging. Even though we have a good record as responsible tenants, some agencies are hesitant to arrange viewings or simply don’t respond to enquiries. Having a dog can make things even more difficult. Because of this, we truly appreciated the understanding and openness we experienced here.
A special thank you to James, who from our very first phone call was understanding and supportive when we explained our situation. He was incredibly helpful, professional and responsive throughout. He answered all our questions and made the whole process smooth and straightforward.
Thanks a lot for all your help and support!!!
Olesya · 17 March 2026
Agent replied · 17 April 2026
Thanks for the kind words!
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleKerry and the team were helpful throughout the home buying process and always provided updates and chased on my behalf. Although, buying the home did take an extended amount of time (all outside of B&G control), they were always helpful and polite whenever I did have queries. It was my first home purchase and first time dealing with everything. Highly recommended and I would definitely use them again.
J · 17 March 2026
Agent replied · 17 April 2026
Thank you so much!
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleThank you so much Suzi for everything you did to help speed up the completion process. You truly were the backbone of it all, and I deeply appreciate your support. I will certainly recommend your estate agent based on the way you handled my case. God bless you.
Sonia · 17 March 2026
Agent replied · 17 April 2026
Thanks Sonia! Suzi is certainly a 5* sales progressor
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleWe chose to go with Black & Golds to sell our property, and we are very glad we did. Amber has been brilliant in getting us to that Sold sign. They are a great team and work hard on your behalf. Highly recommend.
A · 17 March 2026
Agent replied · 17 April 2026
Thanks for the great review!
★★★★★ 1/5
GoogleAvoid this company. They were absolutely useless from start to finish!! If you could give 0 stars I would.
Mike initially visits you to promise you a great service then as soon as he hasyour business the company do not want to know or even bother to reply to emails. The sales person Zoe actually caused us more stress and confusion by giving us incorrect information constantly. That was when she was actually working and not away in holiday or providing excuses about being off sick and passing her work
On to other people again slowing the process down . Other staff having family issues. You name it every excuse in the book rather than just do any work to help you. Encouraging us to take a much lower offer with the promise our buyers could move quickly. Five months later we finally exchanged after constant chasing to get any information or move things forward. Our buyers were not even in the country but black and golds neglected to tell us this and we only found this out from our solicitor. The estate agents of the property we were buying also said they were shocked at how unprofessional Black snd Golds had been throughout the process. Our solicitors also told us they had never experienced such unprofessional estate agents.
For example telling us our buyers were ready to exchange when it was months afterwards when we finally exchanged. It was constant lies and misinformation from black and golds all the way along this process. Mike will tell you he has investigated when you tell him how awful his staff had been been but will support his staff no matter how useless they are. If you want a good estate agent avoid Black and Golds. Worst company ever
Clare · 1 January 2025
Agent replied · 8 January 2025
Hello Clare,
I am very sorry to read this review.
However after personally being involved with your property sale completing over the last few weeks I can categorically say that your review is about as inaccurate as I have ever read.
It is a shame that we can’t publicly show the numerous abusive emails you have sent to both myself and my staff at all hours of the day, some as late as 10pm at night….but I think if you take the time to read them back you would be a little embarrassed.
When my staff and I have tried to call you about the contents of these emails you are not willing to speak over the phone…only send emails and clearly now very inaccurate and damaging reviews.
I honestly feel it is a shame that you have not been able find the confidence to speak either in person or on the phone with myself as I think any of your misplaced anger would have been resolved.
To be completely clear I feel myself and all of my team have done an absolutely superb job in not only selling your property but navigating the very difficult waters of sales progression.
I have reported your review as I find the contents highly inappropriate, unreasonable and insensitive, particularly your comments about staff’s personal circumstances.
Good luck in your new home
Mike Dingley
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleJames was and continues to be very helpful in the process of our move, he responds swiftly and no question is ever unanswered. Our property is lovely and we cannot wait to live there! Thank you James!
Autumn · 17 March 2026
Agent replied · 17 April 2026
Thanks for the great review!
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleI just got a house for rent in acocks green, with the help of Dan from black and gold, at first I was stressed because the landlord was not agreeing to certain requests, but Dan made it possible by convincing the landlord to get the house …
Habba · 17 November 2025
Agent replied · 17 April 2026
Thank you so much for your kind words!
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleWe had an outstanding experience with Black & Golds Estate Agents. After months with our previous agent without a single viewing, Black & Golds stepped in and completely and utterly changed the trajectory.
From the outset, the owner was outstanding: proactive, clear and highly professional. Everything he said he would do not only happened.......but was delivered beyond expectations. Within a short period we had strong interest and ultimately secured a buyer.
What also really sets this team apart is the structure around each stage of the process. Different team members specialise in each phase, and the after-sale support was just as exemplary as the work done to secure the buyer. Communication was consistent, transparent and reassuring throughout.
Having moved house multiple times over the past 25 years, I can honestly say this has been the best customer experience we’ve had with any estate agent. A fantastic, well-run, high energy, motivated, exceptionally well run team that delivers exactly what they promise, and more.
Outstanding and highly, highly recommended. More than that, I will definitely use for our next move and I would recommend Black & Gold without a second’s hesitation, they set the benchmark for how estate agents should operate.
Laurence · 17 March 2026
Agent replied · 17 April 2026
This is genuinely fantastic to read. We do set out to do exactly what we promise from start to end. Thank you for the business!
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleI have just completed the sale of my father's house which was started on his behalf. Unfortunately he died just before the transfer was complete and the wait for his probate has taken a long time.
Black and Gold's were very understanding and communicative during the two years it has taken for the whole process. Given the length of the process I felt they e-mailed often enough to stay in contact without hassling for information I didn't have. Also, initial contact during the valuation seemed to be professional and fair. Overall I was happy with the experience.
Conrad · 17 February 2026
Agent replied · 17 April 2026
Thank you Conrad...certainly a long road but we got there in the end!
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleI recently used black and golds to sell my house after having numerous of quotes from local estate agents, i picked them as previously looked at houses and found them good from the other side also. I cannot expess how fantasic i think they were espically kerry. kerry was the aftersales rep ( i forget her title!) dealng with all the nitty gritty of solicitors etc i have rated it 5 star because of her. I had a difficult long chain with many very difficult situations she went above and beyond always, nothing was too much and was first class thoughtout all of it. I cannot recommend her enough helping me through the stress and pain she chased everyone up constantly to get updates etc to make things happen with a sense of humour too to keep your spirits up. Thank you kerry so much for all the sweat and stress you went through in my sale and purchase. Due to kerry i will be strongly be recommending black and golds, a total asset to the company x
Helen · 17 February 2026
Agent replied · 17 April 2026
Thank you Helen. We appreciate you putting your faith with us to sell!
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleSuzi was absolutely amazing in managing our very complex house transaction. Couldn't recommend her and the team enough! She was very active on our case. Would love to give more stars.
Amir · 17 February 2026
Agent replied · 17 April 2026
This is great to read. Thanks so much
★★★★★ 5/5
GooglePoppy was very friendly and welcoming at the viewing. Even before viewing, she showed great communication with following up to confirm the viewing date and time. On the viewing she answered all my questions and showed genuine interest in …
Jagmeet · 17 November 2025
Agent replied · 17 April 2026
Thank you so much for your kind words
★★★★★ 3/5
GoogleA mixture of feelings towards our dealings with Black & Gold estate agents. The house we purchased was sold via them. Initial interaction when booking the viewing on the house we ended up buying was positive, the lady who showed us round was friendly and on time.
During the sale we did feel quite pressured for updates frequently. I understand our seller wished to proceed quickly but as the property we were selling was leasehold, this meant most delays were out of our control (and with the building management companies & solicitors). We did relay this info back but were still chased frequently. Our estate agent who sold our property were also providing chain updates to Black & Gold directly.
When we finally collected the keys to our new house after our purchase completed, we were provided with one set of keys and informed that this was all that they had for our property. After emailing in afterwards, we were then told another set of keys were underneath the stairs in a random bag of tiles. We would never have know these keys were there if we didn’t query this. This whole section of our purchase felt a little cold & unwelcoming, considering this purchase was our first house together, we wanted it to feel special. Ive seen other estates agents leave little welcome notes for buyers etc, but there was no personal touch - just felt like a routine transaction. We would probably still use Black & Gold’s services in the future but these were our thoughts during our property purchase.
Adam · 17 January 2026
Agent replied · 17 April 2026
Thanks Adam.
Certainly one of the none 5* reviews we have taken notice of!
Off the back of your review we have changed our key handover process entirely...Constructive criticism taken on board!
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleWe completed our house purchase 3 weeks ago. I can’t recommend Black & Golds highly enough. The whole process was seamless. Olly Mellor and Suzi Hodgkinson went above and beyond what was needed. Every single enquiry and email was replied to promptly and they kept me updated throughout the whole process.
My mortgage process was a complicated one, and it made life so much easier to not have to constantly chase things up on this end too. Highly highly reccomended. Thank you so much
The · 19 May 2024
Agent replied · 16 June 2024
Thank you… Olly and Suzi are a great team!
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleWe can’t thank Black and Golds Estate Agents enough, especially Kerry-for the outstanding service we received while purchasing our first home. From start to finish, the process was smooth, professional, and surprisingly stress-free.
Kerry went above and beyond to keep us informed every step of the way. Her communication was always prompt, clear, and reassuring, which really helped us feel confident throughout the journey. She truly cared, and that personal touch made all the difference.
Buying the first home is a big milestone, and thanks to Kerry and the team at Black and Golds, ours was a genuinely positive and exciting experience. Highly recommend them to anyone looking for a reliable, dedicated, and friendly estate agent!
Nilushika · 21 July 2025
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleI cannot speak highly enough of Black and Golds Estate Agents, particularly Emma and Ailish, who facilitated my search for a home upon my return to the UK. From the outset, they provided unparalleled support, guiding me through every step of the process with unwavering professionalism. Their dedication was evident as they promptly addressed any queries or concerns, ensuring a seamless transition into my new residence. Throughout my stay, their excellent customer service skills shone through, offering ongoing support whenever needed. Their commitment to excellence and their impeccable level of professionalism made my experience with Black and Golds truly exceptional. Without hesitation, I highly recommend them to anyone in search of a property to let or purchase. With Emma and Ailish at the helm, you can trust that you're in capable hands.
L · 17 April 2024
Agent replied · 16 June 2024
Great to read this...Ailish and Emma are Golden!
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleJust recently brought our first house through Black and Golds. They was brilliant throughout the whole process especially Sophie who was always quick to help whenever their was a problem. Highly recommend
Tom · 17 December 2025
Agent replied · 17 April 2026
Cheers Tom! We are happy to hear the Sophie looked after you well.
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleMy experience with Ailish as our real estate agent was nothing short of exceptional. From the moment we began our search for a rental property in the UK from Australia, Ailish went above and beyond to make the entire process smooth and stress-free.
Her communication skills were outstanding, keeping us informed at every step of the way and promptly responding to our queries. She was patient, understanding, and took the time to truly understand our needs and preferences.
Ailish's dedication and professionalism were evident throughout the process, making us feel confident and comfortable despite the distance. She made the extra effort to accommodate time zone differences, ensuring that we were always on the same page.
I highly recommend Ailish to anyone seeking a reliable, knowledgeable, and personable real estate agent, especially for those navigating the complexities of international transactions. Her commitment to excellence sets her apart, and we are grateful for her assistance in making our move from Australia to the UK a seamless and positive experience.
Robert · 17 February 2024
Agent replied · 16 June 2024
Thank you so much what a nice review to receive about our Lettings team!
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleReally happy with the service I received from Suzi Hodgkinson. She was lovely to deal with, always helpful, kept me updated, and chased things up to keep everything moving quickly. The whole process ran smoothly thanks to her doing exactly what an estate agent should do. I’d definitely recommend her to anyone looking to buy or sell. She will keep you at peace.
Nader · 10 April 2026
Agent replied · 17 April 2026
What a great review…thank you
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleWhere do I start........from Day 1 Mike and Jon were extremely helpful in guiding us through the process. Jon has a calming affect and made us feel at ease from the outset. He was great with prospective Buyers and certainly knows how to sell a property! Nothing was too much trouble and he actually sold our house whilst we were out of the country. Suzi then took over and guided us through the minefield of conveyancing. We had a tight deadline and with Suzi's calm but enquiring attitude we manage completion in 5 weeks! A record by all accounts. The use of the Black & Gold Transit Van was an added bonus. We would highly recommend Black and Gold. What a GREAT Team. Thank you to everyone involved.
Tracey · 19 December 2023
Agent replied · 16 June 2024
What a great review for our Gold Collection dream team
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleWe've just completed the sale of my late father's house with Black and Golds. It was an excellent service, starting with Mike's valuation through to completion with Laura. I cannot praise Laura highly enough for her persistence and patience with the solicitors and the buyers to get the sale completed. Laura was in regular contact with us throughout the process, and was always happy to discuss things by phone if necessary. Everyone I spoke to at Black and Golds was friendly and helpful.
I do not live locally so I was reliant upon doing everything by e-mail or phone but there were never any issues with this. I would definitely recommend them.
Sandra · 19 November 2023
Agent replied · 16 June 2024
Mike and Laura make a great team! Thank you!
★★★★★ 4/5
GoogleThe process of selling with Black and Golds on the whole was completed well. The process took longer because of buyer changes and a completion date extended because of a legal issue we were not made aware of. The help and contact we had from Suzi was exceptional apart from the point mentioned. The communication from solicitors could have been a lot better and dealt with better.
Paul · 27 July 2024
Agent replied · 26 August 2024
Cheers Paul!
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleJames and Mike are my trusted go-to team for property management. They’ve always been fair, hardworking, and deeply committed to looking after us. What sets them apart is their integrity and professionalism, they advise honestly, and remain completely impartial. Whether I’m in town or away, they’re just a call away, reliable and responsive. With them, property management feels effortless and secure.
Batool · 3 April 2026
Agent replied · 17 April 2026
Thanks so much!
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleAlthough I did not end up selling in the end (my decision), I want to be clear that this was no reflection on Kerry’s performance, she was absolutely brilliant throughout the whole process.
From the moment we started, Kerry was professional, responsive, and incredibly supportive. She kept me informed every step of the way, was always quick to answer questions, and genuinely went above and beyond. Her calm and honest advice really stood out and made the whole experience much less stressful.
Also worth mentioning, the marketing materials, especially the pictures they provided, were 5-star quality and showed the property in the best possible light.
I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Kerry and the Black and Gold team. Thank you again for all your hard work and dedication!
Ellie · 11 April 2025
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