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A well established Independent Estate Agent marketing residential and commercial property to a local, national and international audience.

INTRODUCTION TO ROBERT HOLMES & CO

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Since 1987 our independent estate agency has been successfully marketing some of the finest property in South West London and Surrey to prospective buyers and tenants from home and abroad. Our sales and lettings offices are situated in Coombe Lane, West Wimbledon and Wimbledon Village – one of the most picturesque parts of London and internationally renowned as the home of the Tennis Championships at the All England Tennis Club. Located at the top of Wimbledon Hill it could easily be mistaken for a country village, yet it is a mere 8

miles from the centre of London.

Our property services have been developed with our clientele in mind ranging from initial appraisals and advice whether it be for selling or letting to full marketing using all the sophisticated and innovative tools that enable us to reach prospective purchasers and tenants locally, nationally and worldwide.

Please take a few minutes to browse through our brochure and please contact us as we are always available to help.

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LOCAL EXPERTS FOR A WORLDWIDE AUDIENCE

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Local knowledge is key to key to key thesuccess of our of our of business our business our so thewhole team at Robert Holmesmake it their business their business their to knowthe areas in which we specialise.We work closely work closely work with closely with closely our local our local ourcommunities, fellow professionalsand businesses and make a pointof beingof beingof aware of changes of changes of andtrends that can affect the areaswe cover.

We understand that it is not justthe property that property that property is the factorwhen moving to a particular

location. The schools, leisurefacilities, local authorities, andtransport networks are all keyfactors influencing the buying orrenting decision.

The locations we coverinclude not only some only some only areas ofoutstanding natural beauty but beauty but beautya first class selection of sporting of sporting offacilities, independent and stateschools, theatres and cinemas,as well as a wide variety of variety of variety shops of shops ofand restaurants to suit all tastesand requirements.

Central London is only 8 only 8 onlymiles away and away and away there are fastand frequent mainline andunderground train servicesreaching all parts of the of the of capital.Unlike many parts many parts many of south of south of westLondon the area is not under a under a underregular flightregular flightregular path to London’smain airports at Heathrow andGatwick, although they are they are they botheasily accessibleeasily accessibleeasily by road by road by orrail. That is why the why the why area is sofavoured by people by people by working inCentral London who want to liveaway fromaway fromaway the hustle and bustle.

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At Robert Holmes & Co we specialise in marketing properties in and around the picturesque, almost rural, areas of Coombe and Kingston Hill as well as New Malden and Wimbledon Village, where town and country meet.

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We are fortunate to have built up a very experienced team, many of whom have now worked at Robert Holmes for over 15 years.

OUR PEOPLE

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The Company was founded as a professional partnership by Robert Holmes’ father in 1963 and Robert then expanded and incorporated the business to become the successful estate agency business that it is today.

As Managing Director, Robert plays an active day to day role in the company. He has known Guy Leaning, director of our Coombe office, since Guy’s time as owner of Lords Estate Agents.

Guy has worked in the area since 1989, their combined knowledge together with other key staff members makes a unique formula in acting in the sale and purchase of some of the finest homes of the area.

We are regulated by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and are members of the Association of Residential Letting Agents (ARLA) Most of our Directors are either Chartered

Surveyors or members of the National Association of Estate Agents (NAEA).

We set great store by getting involved in the community by supporting local schools, theatres, churches and charities, and sponsoring a number of local clubs and events. We are also contributing members of the very pro active Wimbledon Village Business Association.

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Finding a home

•Property marketing advice

•Free valuation appraisals

•Residential property sales

•Residential letting andmanagement

•Commercial sales and lettings

•Property investment advice

•Inheritance Tax and otherprofessional valuations

•New homes sales

•Rent reviews andRating appeals

•Lease extension advice

•Development and planningadvice

ServiceS Summary

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Summary

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At Robert Holmes & Company we provide a range of services designedto meet individual or business requirements.

OUR SERVICES

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FINDING A HOME

Whether buying a property for a home or for an investment it is likely to be one of the most important transactions that many of us make. At Robert Holmes we will endeavour to help every step of the way.

The fi rst step is to understand your requirements and your fi nancial expectations. We always have a good selection of houses and fl ats for sale on our books but if none of these are suitable

we will keep you informed by telephone, post and email about new properties that come onto the market.

Our website www.robertholmes. co.uk is updated daily and details of all our properties appear on the nation’s main property websites including: www.primelocation.com; www.rightmove.co.uk; www.fi ndaproperty.com; www.zoopla.co.uk and www.onthemarket.com

Wherever you are in the world you can see what properties are available to buy or rent through Robert Holmes & Co.

Our experienced team will be on hand to help from viewing through to completion. Once you have found a suitable property we will guide you through the transaction and, where necessary, recommend solicitors, surveyors and related professional advisers to make the process as easy as possible.

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We advertise extensively in the local and national press including Move To, Property Review, SW Magazine and, by arrangement, in the Financial Times, Sunday Times and Country Life as well as other national publications.

The properties on our books are displayed on all the major national websites and our strong presence on the internet attracts daily enquiries from all over the world.

However, although the internet is an increasingly strong marketing tool enabling us to reach a worldwide audience, we are constantly aware that there is no substitute for the personal approach and the depth of experience that the team at Robert Holmes & Co are able to offer.

Our website www.robertholmes.co.uk is updated daily and details of all our properties appear on the nation’s main property websites including www.primelocation.com; www.rightmove.co.uk; www.findaproperty.com; www.zoopla.co.uk

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From the outset it is important to work with an experienced and knowledgeable estate agent to help you through the sales process with the minimum of stress making the process straightforward and completely transparent.

SELLING YOUR HOMENATIONAL AND GLOBAL MARKETING

Our priority is to give frank and honest advice with a view to achieving the best price for your property in the prevailing market.

In an ever changing world it is sometimes diffi cult to predict future market trends but we feel that our considerable group experience qualifi es us to give

expert advice when it comes to selling property in the area.

Such advice not only relates to price but to the timing and strategy of the marketing campaign which can vary depending on the type of property which is being offered for sale, and the seasons.

We have a long standing relationship with many of the country’s leading relocation agencies and are invariably the fi rst port of call when it comes to relocation enquiries on behalf of international companies seeking to relocate their personnel to the area whether it be on a purchase or rental basis.

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LAND AND NEW HOMESAt Robert Holmes & Company we have extensive experience when it comes to giving detailed advice for the sale of development land in the areas we cover.

Over the years we have acted for many of the country’s leading house builders in acquiring land for re development and selling some of the capital’s most prestigious residential schemes.

Clients have included:

• The Berkeley Group

• The Cherwell Group

• Chester Row

• Diadem Homes

• Fleetwood Developments

• Finnan Developments

• Groveland Estates

• Harepath

• Indigo Scott

• Kubik Developments

• Leander

• Life Syle Projects

• London Square

• Shanly Homes

• Octagon

• Phoenix Spencer

• Woodcock Bros.

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Clients have included:

• Avicam • Berkeley Homes • Charterfield Homes • Cherwel Group • Coronado Developments • Elling London • Finnan Developments • Indigo developments • Indigo Scott • Kubik

• Life Style Projects • London Square • Metaform Developments • Octagon • Onora Developments • Q Developments • Shanley Homes • Sloane Gable Limited • Visu Verum • West Eleven Limited

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For over 25 years the Company have been advising clients on a wide range of commercial property matters, building strong professional relationships and offering broad experience and expertise.

We provide property advice and services within a local, South West London and regional market and are active in both the acquisition and disposal of retail and office properties for owners and occupiers.

We advise developers, investment clients and local property companies and provide professional services including:

• Rent reviews, • Lease renewals, • Leasehold enfranchisement/

lease extension • Rating appeals.

COMMERCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

If you are considering letting your property or are looking for a home to rent in the area then Robert Holmes & Co can help you.

LETTINGS AND MANAGEMENT

Landlords will find our experienced Rentals team on hand to explain the letting process and to find suitable tenants as efficiently as possible.

We can prepare the tenancy agreement, organise the inventory through an independent inventory provider and arrange check ins and check outs.

We also provide a full management service at a level to suit the landlord’s requirements.

We are members of The Association of Residential Lettings Agents ( ARLA) and of The Dispute Service (TDS) for the protection of deposits.

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Wimbledon Salest: +44 (0)20 8947 9833

e: coombe@robertholmes.co.uk360 Coombe Lane, Wimbledon SW20 0RJ

www.robertholmes.co.uk

Coombe Sales & Lettingst: +44 (0)20 8947 1100

Wimbledon Lettingst: +44 (0)20 8879 9669

Commercial Departmentt: +44 (0)20 8879 7899