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THE STONEACRE PROPERTY GROUP
www.stoneacreproperties.co.uk
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WELCOME TO THE STONEACRE PROPERTY GROUP
THE STONEACRE GROUP 2 Welcome
4 Chapel Allerton Branch
5 Whitkirk Branch
6 Leeds, Leeds, Leeds
8 We Try Harder
9 In the Community
STONEACRE PROPERTIES 10 Sales
12 Lettings
14 Property Management Services
16 Luxury Collection
18 Testimonials
19 Selling Tips
STONEACRE SPECIALIST SERVICES 20 Surveys & Valuations
21 Legal & Insurance Services
22 Investments
24 Mortgages & Financial Services
25 Commercial
26 Venture Residential
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HELLO, I’M BEN JACOBS
Thank you for taking the time to discover a little about the
Stoneacre Property Group and why more and more people are
trusting us with their residential and commercial property needs –
from sales, purchases and lettings to mortgages, investments and
property management.
Over the past eight years, the Stoneacre Property Group has built
a strong reputation as one of Leeds’s most trusted property experts. The company has
enjoyed significant growth, maturing from the estate agency business I established in
Chapel Allerton eight years ago, into the successful Stoneacre Property Group which now
encompasses Stoneacre Properties, Stoneacre Mortgages, Insurance & Financial services,
Stoneacre Commercial, Stoneacre Investments and Venture Residential.
Although our business may have grown, our ethos remains the same – to provide
exceptional service to each and every one of our clients. We never rest on our laurels
but instead constantly develop and improve, bringing our trademark enthusiasm and
expertise to everything we do. We do this because we know that the only way to further
build on our success is through satisfied clients and their recommendations to others.
You’ll see many examples of that as you look through this brochure; all the words you
see in the panel below are taken from interviews with our clients – all interviewed and
verified by an independent researcher. We know that personal recommendations are
not given lightly and that’s why we’re so proud that so many of our clients are happy to
recommend us to others.
Take a look through this brochure to find out more about the different Stoneacre
divisions, our branches in Chapel Allerton and Whitkirk, and the services we can offer to
you. We look forward to helping you with your next property move or investment.
Sincerely
Ben Jacobs
Director
CONFIDENCE RESPONSIBLEPROFESSIONALRECOMMENDINNOVATIVEFANTASTIC AMAZING
FRIENDLYEXCELLENTTEN OUT OF TENCLEARFEEDBACK
ENTHUSIASMPERSONABLEIMPRESSIVEASTUTE
SMARTERCARINGPROVEN RESPECTPERSONABLE
EXPERTISECONFIDENCERELIABLE POLITE REFRESHING
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INTRODUCING THE CHAPEL ALLERTON BRANCHNamed as one of the best places to live in Britain by the Sunday Times in 2014, Chapel
Allerton is a popular suburb in North West Leeds, enjoying a cosmopolitan vibe with a
thriving pavement café culture.
From apartments for professionals commuting into the city to traditional family homes,
our Chapel Allerton office handles a wide variety of properties in the areas of Chapel
Allerton, Meanwood, Roundhay, Oakwood, Alwoodley, Moortown and Leeds City Centre.
Our young and enthusiastic team has incredible knowledge of the local area, enabling us
to give first-class market advice and highly accurate valuations. We have an enviable list
of contacts, which helps us to sell and let properties quickly and efficiently in this area.
From residential sales and lettings, property management and commercial property
services to legal services, in-house mortgage advice and financial planning; our Chapel
Allerton team is on hand to help and advise with every aspect of your property project.
With a presence in Chapel Allerton since 2007, we’ve enjoyed becoming a valued part
of the local community and were delighted to be
asked to sign an exciting sponsorship deal with
Adel’s New Rover Cricket Club.
IF YOU’RE LOOKING TO BUY, SELL, LET, OR INVEST IN CHAPEL ALLERTON OR THE
SURROUNDING AREAS, GIVE OUR MANAGER, ANDREW BAXTER A CALL ON 0113 237 0999
OR POP INTO THE BRANCH AT: 184 HARROGATE ROAD, LEEDS LS7 4NZ
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INTRODUCING THE WHITKIRK BRANCHIdeal for commuters and families alike, Whitkirk is a thriving area with a diverse
range of quality properties. From our Whitkirk office we handle a wide variety
of sales, lets and investments in Whitkirk, Colton, Temple Newsam and adjoining
communities.
According to leading property portal Right Move, in 2014, Stoneacre Properties was
one of the top estate agents in East Leeds with our Whitkirk branch completing well
in excess of 100 sales on properties throughout LS14, LS15 and surrounding areas.
With in-depth knowledge of the local area, our committed team is able to provide
valuable advice on the Leeds property market, along with highly accurate valuations.
With an established contact list, we know buyers and landlords who are ready and
waiting to buy in this area.
Our Whitkirk team is on hand to advise on all aspects of property sales, lets and
investments and can offer advice on everything from mortgage and financial
planning to legal services and investment tips.
Since opening our Whitkirk
branch in 2013, we have
received a warm welcome
from the local community
and are thrilled to support local groups including Halton in Bloom and the Colton
Juniors football team.
IF YOU’RE LOOKING TO BUY, SELL, LET, OR INVEST IN WHITKIRK OR THE SURROUNDING AREAS, GIVE OUR MANAGER, SIMON MARKS A CALL ON 0113 260 9111 OR POP INTO THE
BRANCH AT: 1 COLTON ROAD, LEEDS LS15 9AA
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LEEDS – A MAGNET FOR INVESTORS AND HOME-BUYERSSAYS STONEACRE MANAGING DIRECTOR BEN JACOBS
“Within this dynamic, diverse and growing city, a successful estate agent must have the
knowledge and the experience to advise prospective buyers across a range of different
lifestyles. We have that experience.”
Leeds is the cultural, financial and commercial heart of West Yorkshire and, since early
2013, Stoneacre has registered 50% more prospective buyers on a monthly basis, with
a dramatic increase in first-time buyers. In an expanding region with its dynamic and
growing commercial heart, within easy reach of some of the finest countryside in the
UK, it’s little wonder that Leeds is becoming a magnet for investors.
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FIRST CLASS/WORLD CLASS
It’s clear to see why Leeds is now regarded as
one of the UK’s best-loved cities where so many
choose to live and invest. Home to first-class
universities and colleges (The University of Leeds
is one of the world’s top 100 universities), a
growing workforce and acres of open parklands,
Leeds has something for everyone from students
and families to commuters and investors. And
of course, Leeds boasts an enviable transport
network with fantastic motorway access and
an international airport, giving easy access
throughout the UK and beyond.
For those seeking entertainment, the addition of
a world-class entertainment venue – the stunning
new Leeds Arena which attracts internationally-acclaimed stars from
Elton John to Andrea Bocelli, has further secured Leeds’s position as
one of the UK’s property hotspots.
At Stoneacre we’re passionate about promoting Leeds. For most of us,
it’s not only where we work but it’s our home too. So if you have any
questions about life in Leeds, just ask – we know this city inside out.
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WE TRY HARDERAs we say at Stoneacre “We try harder” and that means we continually review the way we do
things, always seeking ways in which we can improve every detail of our service to you.
Just one example is how we’ve made it easier for prospective buyers to get to your property.
Rather than simply handing them a postcode and pointing them in the right direction, prospective
buyers have the option of travelling in style in one of our smart Stoneacre-branded cars. During
the journey to your property, they will be accompanied by a member of our professional team
who is on hand to answer any questions they may have. This is a free service and entirely without
obligation. If buyers choose to make their own way there, then of course that’s fine with us too.
The point is this. It’s your choice.
And if you’re a vendor there’s no better sight than a Stoneacre courtesy car
gliding to a halt right by our distinctive ‘For Sale’ board outside your property.
This is best summed up by a lady whose property we recently sold in Alwoodley.
She commented:
“People were brought in style and comfort straight to our door and usually in a more
relaxed frame of mind. No having to wander up and down the long road where we
lived searching for our house number; and neighbours being neighbours there was
plenty of chat about this ‘rather special estate agent’ we had obviously selected!”
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STONEACRE IN THE COMMUNITYWelcome to the Stoneacre Property Group’s Community Fund.
Having established our first two Leeds branches in Chapel
Allerton and Whitkirk, we have been delighted by the welcome
we’ve received in both communities.
We have therefore created a Community Fund, allowing us to contribute to events and
initiatives that not only benefit our neighbours but that also help us get to know you better!
So far we’ve been delighted to sign a sponsorship deal with the New Rover Cricket Club,
based in Adel and have joined the fabulous Halton in Bloom sponsorship programme. We’re
also thrilled to see Colton Juniors proudly sporting the Stoneacre logo on their shirts,
following our donation to the football team.
But let’s be honest... We are not (yet!) a big company with branches everywhere, so we don’t
have a ‘pot of gold’ squirrelled away. Nevertheless we do want to help local community
groups where we can. All we ask is that you send an email to [email protected]
giving us a brief description of what you are
organising and how we might be able to help.
Please include your contact/phone details.
All enquiries will receive a response whether
we are able to help or unable to do so at that
particular time.
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IF YOU WOULD LIKE A FREE NO-OBLIGATION VALUATION AND MARKET
APPRAISAL OF YOUR PROPERTY, SIMPLY GET IN TOUCH WITH ANDREW BAXTER ON
0113 237 0999 (CHAPEL ALLERTON BRANCH), OR SIMON MARKS ON 0113 260 9111
(WHITKIRK BRANCH)
SALES – WE GO FURTHER TO SELL YOUR PROPERTYIf you’ve used an estate agent before you may have found that
they are very enthusiastic when you first instruct them but
then find that this enthusiasm wanes as the days go by. It can be
frustrating to feel neglected by the people you are trusting to
sell your property. At Stoneacre we do things differently.
When you instruct us, you’ll find that our energy, enthusiasm and commitment to selling your
property never waver until we’ve achieved a successful sale and we’ll keep you up-to-date with
regular progress reports every step of the way. It’s the reason why so many of our clients are happy
to recommend us to others.
Lennox Gardens, Temple Newsam• FULLY DETACHED HOUSE• BOLD CORNER PLOT• EXCELLENT CONDITION• ENTRANCE HALL• GUEST WC/UTILITY AREA• LOUNGE• KITCHEN/DINING ROOM• CONSERVATORY
£284,995www.stoneacreproperties.co.uk
Sandmoor Avenue, Alwoodley• SOUGHT AFTER ROAD• FULLY DETACHED• ALMOST 3600 SQ FT.• RECEPTION HALL• LOUNGE• SITTING ROOM• DINING ROOM• FAMILY ROOM
£725,000Guide Price
www.stoneacreproperties.co.uk
184 Harrogate RoadChapel AllertonLeeds LS7 4NZ
0113 237 [email protected]
High Ash Avenue, Alwoodley, LS17 8RS £534,950***SUPERB FIVE BEDROOM, FOUR RECEPTION ROOM DETACHEDHOUSE IN THE HEART OF ALWOODLEY*** Stoneacre Properties areprivileged to be able to offer for sale an incredibly spacious and skillfullyextended fully detached family home that can be found in one of Alwoodley'smost popular and sought after roads. This fine family home is arranged overtwo floors only and boasts incredibly spacious and well planned livingaccommodation. At the ground floor, there is a spacious entrance hall, guestWC, a superb lounge, ideal for entertaining, dining room, TV room, family roomand a kitchen/breakfast room. At the first floor level, there are five good sizedbedrooms, all with fitted wardrobes and two bathrooms, one being en-suite.The piece de resistance of this property is a magnificent rear garden which istotally secluded and extremely well maintained. There is also a double lengthgarage with off street parking for several cars. In our opinion, this is one of thelargest houses that is currently on the market in the immediate High Ash areaand early internal viewings are therefore strongly advised.
• SPACIOUSDETACHED
• HEART OFALWOODLEY
• ENTRANCE HALL• GUEST WC• LOUNGE• DINING ROOM• TV ROOM
Stoneacre Properties1 Colton RoadWhitkirkLeedsLS15 9AA
t: 0113 260 9111e: [email protected]: www.stoneacreproperties.co.uk
Temple Lea, Temple Newsam
£169,950
• ATTRACTIVE SEMI• POPULAR LOCATION• ENTRANCE HALL• LOUNGE
• 3 BEDROOMS• BATHROOM/WC• GARDEN• GARAGE
3 BEDROOM
1 Colton RoadWhitkirkLeeds, LS15 9AA
0113 260 9111whitkirk@stoneacreproperties.co.ukwww.stoneacreproperties.co.uk
Temple Gate, Leeds, LS15 0PQ £294,950***PROBABLY ONE OF THE BIGGEST AND BEST BUNGALOWSCURRENTLY ON THE MARKET IN THE AREA!*** Occupying anelevated position in this most sought after and popular residentiallocation, within close proximity of a range of amenities, transport linksand Temple Newsam country park. This superb bungalow boastsspacious and well-appointed rooms and offers versatile livingaccommodation. Features include a spacious entrance hall, a delightfullounge with elevated views, a dining room, kitchen, a superbconservatory, three double bedrooms, house bathroom and en-suite wetroom. To the rear of the property is a landscaped rear garden as well asa secure parking space which is ideal for a caravan or motor home.There is also a double width garage and off street parking for severalcars to the front and early internal viewings are therefore stronglyadvised to appreciate the many fine features that this home has to offer.
• FULLY DETACHED• GREAT LOCATION• ENTRANCE HALL• LOUNGE• DINING ROOM• KITCHEN• CONSERVATORY• 3 DOUBLE
BEDROOMS
Stoneleigh Court, Alwoodley
Offers Over £250,000
• LUXURY DEVELOPMENT• SOUGHT AFTER BLOCK• ENTRANCE HALL• RECEPTION ROOM
• KITCHEN/BRK ROOM• 2 DOUBLE BEDROOMS• 2 BATHROOMS• ALLOCATED PARKING
2 BEDROOM
Brandon Terrace, Shadwell
£335,000
• VICTORIAN PROPERTY• EXCELLENT LOCATION• GUEST WC• DINING HALLWAY
• KITCHEN/DINING ROOM• 3 BEDROOMS• 2 BATHROOMS• SOUTH FACING
3 BEDROOM
1 Colton RoadWhitkirkLeeds, LS15 9AA
0113 260 9111whitkirk@stoneacreproperties.co.ukwww.stoneacreproperties.co.uk
Templegate Road, Leeds, LS15 0HE £389,950***THE ULTIMATE IN LUXURY LIVING!*** Forming part of The LuxuryCollection at Stoneacre Properties, we are delighted to be able to offer for salean absolutely stunning and incredibly spacious fully detached family sizedchalet style house which can be found in this most popular and sought afterresidential area. This fine home has been refurbished throughout by thepresent owners and no expense has been spared in transforming this houseinto a quality family home which offers versatile and well planned livingaccommodation over only two floors. Features include a guest WC, lounge,dining room, TV room/office, a state of the art fully equipped custom madekitchen/breakfast room, utility room, five bedrooms and three luxury bathrooms.There are also gardens to two sides with a large decking area and an outdoorentertaining area as well as an integral garage with off street parking forseveral cars. Only an early internal viewing will help appreciate the many finefeatures that this stunning chain free home has to offer.
• STUNNING HOME• FULLY DETACHED• ENTRANCE HALL• GUEST WC• LOUNGE• DINING ROOM• OFFICE/TV ROOM• LUXURY KITCHEN• UTILITY ROOM
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SALES – YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWEREDQ: WHAT ARE THE FIRST STEPS TO SELLING MY PROPERTY?
A: The first step is to speak to one of our property experts for a market appraisal and valuation of your property. Because we
specialise in clearly defined areas of Leeds our valuations are highly accurate and we will give up-to-the-minute advice on
the best strategy for marketing your property.
Q: WHAT ABOUT ADVERTISING MY PROPERTY?
A: We will prepare detailed particulars of your property together with colour photography by specialist property
photographers, and importantly, comprehensive floor plans where required. We make full use of both traditional and
social media to promote your sale, including pro-actively matching your property to buyers we know are seeking to move.
Q: PROPERTY WEBSITES TOO?
A: Of course. Not only will your property be featured on our own very successful website, www.stoneacreproperties.co.uk
but also on the most popular national property sites including Rightmove and Onthemarket.com
Q: TELL ME MORE ABOUT SOCIAL MEDIA, WHICH SEEMS TO BE THE PLACE TO BE THESE DAYS
A: We’re a young team so very experienced with social media. We understand how buyers use social media to get early
notice of properties they may be interested in. Our iPhone App for example lets buyers search for properties for sale or to
let, allowing them to view constantly updated property details, along with property images and floor plans. Using this App,
interested buyers can call or email us directly as well as linking to Twitter and Facebook.
Q: PRESUMABLY YOU ARE OPEN WHEN BUYERS ARE LIKELY TO BE LOOKING FOR OR VIEWING PROPERTIES?
A: Yes, we are open six days a week and if a prospective buyer wishes to view your property outside of our office hours, with
a little notice, we can arrange this too.
Q: I MAY NEED SOME MORTGAGE ADVICE, CAN YOU HELP?
A: Absolutely! Stoneacre Mortgages & Financial services, our mortgage division is dedicated to helping our customers find
the right financial package to fund their property purchase. Take a look on page 24 to find out more, or contact us to
arrange a no-obligation appointment to discuss your requirements.
Q: CONVEYANCING CAN BE A NIGHTMARE CAN’T IT? WHO CAN SORT IT OUT FOR ME?
A: We can highly recommend one of our strategic legal partners, see page 21 of our brochure for more information about
their services.
If you have any other questions about the sales process, please get in touch with one of our sales team, who would be
delighted to help you.
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LET STONEACRE TAKE THE STRAINARE YOU A LANDLORD, OR THINKING ABOUT LETTING YOUR PROPERTY?
Then let Stoneacre fully manage your property or properties. Check out our
comprehensive Lettings and Management Service – a full service for landlords or potential
landlords who prefer to let our experienced team deal with the day-to-day management
of their portfolio. Many landlords with either new, established or even historic properties
to let are putting their trust in Stoneacre. Why? Because we deliver results!
FULL SERVICE
Our services range from finding suitable tenants and taking up full references, right through
to our full Lettings and Management Service – where your tenant liaises directly with us,
our team maintains and manages your property, and collects rental payments on time. This
service includes advice on all aspects of lettings, offers advice on your duties as a landlord
and includes the full advertising and marketing of your property on national web portals
such as Rightmove, Onthemarket.com, on our own website and within our branches.
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“We as a company built nineteen luxury apartments in Roundhay and from day one Ben
at Stoneacre pestered me (nicely!) to let him handle the lettings. As the agent we were
then using hadn’t delivered so much as an enquiry we thought, what the heck, give Ben
a chance!
“He let ALL of them within six weeks, and I now confidently let Stoneacre handle the
day-to-day management of the scheme. With Stoneacre you get enthusiasm, expertise
and constant feedback – the latter in short supply elsewhere we find.”
Stephen Lee, Landlord
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PROPERTY MANAGEMENT SERVICESMAINTENANCE OF YOUR PROPERTY
A question often asked by landlords thinking of moving to Stoneacre is,
what about maintenance of my property? The answer is – leave it to us!
Our maintenance team will take care of all repairs ranging from a lock
malfunction right through to a complete boiler replacement, if needed.
We don’t take a commission from our contractors; they are experienced
and qualified tradespeople hand-picked for their ability and reliability
– and with whom we’ve worked for many years. Naturally, any major
remedial work will usually be pre-quoted before work begins and we
pass invoices directly to our landlords.
Just another excellent reason to choose Stoneacre – peace of mind!
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FULL REGULATORY COMPLIANCE
Call us now for free and confidential advice, without any
obligation, on how we can help you. Whether you’re an
established landlord looking for better advice or are a
potential new landlord thinking about taking your first step
towards letting a property, we’re here to help.
We have built a sound reputation for our lettings expertise and
professional advice and are fully compliant with all standards
within the property lettings sector to ensure landlords meet
all of their legal obligations.
LETTING AND MANAGEMENT SERVICES
• Let Only Service – we’ll find a suitable tenant, take full references
and set up the initial administration procedures between tenant and
landlord. If we don’t find a tenant there’s no fee.
• Letting and Management Service – a full service for landlords
who prefer not to deal with the day-to-day management of
their property. Our service ensures the tenant liaises
solely with ourselves, and will maintain and
manage your property, collect rental
payments on time and return the
property in a condition to re-let.
• Commercial Property Management – contact
us for details of this comprehensive service for the letting
and management of commercial properties. Following a discussion
to determine your precise requirements, we will produce a suitable
management package entirely without obligation.
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LUXURY COLLECTIONWithin this exclusive property sector a successful estate agent must have both the knowledge
and experience to make a luxury home appeal to prospective tenants and buyers across a range
of different lifestyles.
We have that experience.
Homes in the luxury sector are broadly recognised as being in the top 10% of the market as
defined by price and are usually in the £500,000 sales bracket or over £1,000 per calendar month
for luxury lets.
Sometimes these properties may be unlisted in order to protect the sellers’ privacy and, by their
very nature, require discretion and specialist marketing techniques from the agent. This is why, at
Stoneacre, each luxury home receives its own unique and innovative marketing plan.
All Stoneacre prospective buyers when viewing a property or properties for sale, travel in style in
one of our smart Stoneacre-branded cars accompanied by a member of our professional team to
answer any questions they might have. This is a free service and entirely without obligation. The
initiative is probably best summed up by a lady whose property we
recently sold:
“People were brought in style and comfort straight to our door and
usually in a more relaxed frame of mind. No having to wander up and
down the road where we lived searching for our house number. And,
neighbours being neighbours, there was plenty of chat about this ‘really
special estate agent’ we had obviously selected!”
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Stoneacre’s specialist managers
have extensive experience
advising sellers and landlords in
the London and Home Counties
market as well as right here
in Yorkshire. We can provide
specialist and dedicated advice
not only on sales issues but
also sound guidance on internal
and external presentation together with the careful
management and administration of open days at your
property, if appropriate.
Reaching this exclusive market is not in itself a problem; but it does require specialist knowledge to
ensure the most appropriate and effective marketing channels are deployed. This ensures discretion and
privacy for sellers while precisely matching the right buyer to your unique home. Details of your property
will appear on the dedicated Luxury Collection pages on our website and other national sites together
with high-quality floor plans
and the very best property
photography taken by specialist
professionals. Customised
particulars and targeted media
advertising combine to lead
prospects to a sight many more
people are seeing around the
region – the distinctive and
eye-catching Stoneacre Luxury
Collection signboard!
IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO FIND OUT HOW WE CAN HELP YOU
SELL OR LET YOUR LUXURY HOME, PLEASE CONTACT
US FOR DISCREET AND PROFESSIONAL ADVICE, CALL ANDREW BAXTER
ON 0113 237 0999 (CHAPEL ALLERTON BRANCH),
OR SIMON MARKS ON 0113 260 9111 (WHITKIRK
BRANCH)
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DON’T JUST TAKE OUR WORD FOR IT
Mrs Cohen
“Stoneacre were recommended by our solicitors as a good up-and-coming agency
building an excellent reputation for themselves; how different they were compared to
the complacency we’d experienced with others. New, fresh and they think differently.
I’ll give you three reasons: Caring to the point of obsession about their client, regular
feedback on sales progress, innovative marketing thinking. Highly recommended!”
Mr Robinson
“My wife and I decided to invest in the Buy-to-Let market although we had no
previous experience. Stoneacre selected the properties for us to view, introduced us to
mortgage brokers, solicitors, managed the furnishings and selected excellent tenants.
Stoneacre provide an ‘end-to-end’ service and their idea of service far exceeds
anything I have previously experienced. Choosing Stoneacre was one of the best
decisions we’ve ever made and you’ll not be surprised to learn we have been keen to
recommend them to family, friends and business colleagues!”
Mrs Beckwith
“Talk about being on the ball! We had a price in mind when selling our house but Simon at
Stoneacre valued it at £10,000 above our estimate. Though we were sceptical it was sold
within the week at his suggested price. They really do know the local market and we found
them to be an excellent, professional team to deal with. They gave us a lot of confidence!”
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SELLING TIPSEvery Little Helps when it comes to selling your Home.
“In a very competitive market, your property needs to stand out from
the crowd. You don’t necessarily have to spend much money – it’s more
a question of knowing what buyers are looking for when they view your
home” says managing director Ben Jacobs.
Based on our many years’ experience and hundreds of successful sales across the region, here are our top
tips to ensure your property makes a great first impression:
• DECLUTTER – clutter makes rooms appear smaller and personal items like family photos can make it
difficult for people to imagine themselves living in your home. So go through each room and remove as
much clutter as possible.
• ROOMS WITH A PURPOSE – ensure each room has a defined purpose. Make sure bedrooms have a bed,
a dining room has a dining table and so on. This helps viewers envisage how they would use each room
and can ease concerns about the practicalities of smaller rooms.
• REPAIRS – dripping taps, mouldy grout, wobbly doors – all quick to fix and will make a big difference to
how prospective buyers view your home.
• KERB APPEAL – it’s not just the inside that counts. Viewers often
make their mind up even before they set foot in your home so
make sure your garden is neat and tidy, remove rubbish from the
street and give your front door a fresh lick of paint.
• HIDE FIDO – not everyone is an animal lover and signs of pets can
be a big turn off for viewers so hide the food bowls and litter trays
and keep animals out of the way during viewings.
• DECORATE – if you have chosen bold colours
or have unusual taste in décor, it might be worth
toning things down before you welcome viewers.
Equally, if paintwork is looking a little tired or
wallpaper is peeling, it’s a good idea to freshen
things up. Investing a little on decoration could
make a big difference to the offers you receive.
IF YOU’D LIKE MORE ADVICE ON EASY WAYS TO MAKE YOUR PROPERTY APPEAL TO
PROSPECTIVE BUYERS, GET IN TOUCH WITH ANDREW BAXTER ON 0113 237 0999 (CHAPEL
ALLERTON BRANCH), OR SIMON MARKS ON 0113 260 9111 (WHITKIRK BRANCH)
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SURVEYS & VALUATIONS
YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED
Surveys and valuations are an important part of the home buying
process and Stoneacre Properties is delighted to be associated
with a number of leading Yorkshire-based, RICS accredited
surveying companies. Our contacts are professional,
approachable and committed to ensuring a smooth
process, from the point of instruction to your receipt
of report, with clear communication throughout and
competitive fixed costs.
Whether you require a comprehensive survey, or a
basic valuation of your property, call us on 0113 237
0999 (North Leeds) or 0113 260 9111 (East Leeds),
and we’ll make all the arrangements for you.
WHY DO I NEED A SURVEY?
Buying a new home or investing in property is a big
financial commitment.
Often a survey will uncover things that you simply
cannot see when viewing a property and will help
avoid expensive surprises after you’ve moved
in. Instead any issues raised in the survey can be
addressed before completion and ensures that the
price you are paying represents the true market
value of the property.
BUT WON’T MY MORTGAGE LENDERUNDERTAKE A SURVEY?
No, your lender will arrange a valuation of the
property to ensure they are not offering to lend
you more than the value of the property. However,
a valuation is not the same as a survey and won’t
usually uncover any potential problems regarding
the condition of the property.
ARE DIFFERENT TYPES OF SURVEY AVAILABLE?
Yes, there are three main types of survey – a home
condition report, a homebuyer’s report, and a
building survey.
A home condition report is a basic type of survey
that is most suitable for properties that are
constructed from conventional building materials
and are in a reasonable condition. This type of
report provides a summary of the risks associated
with the condition of the building.
A homebuyer’s report is more extensive, involving
a more detailed inspection and will include the
surveyor’s professional opinion regarding the
market valuation of the property. It will also
contain a list of any problems the surveyor thinks
may affect the value of the property with advice on
repairs and ongoing maintenance.
A building survey is the most detailed of the three
types of survey and is often recommended for
older properties or for those with unconventional
construction or period features.
If you’re not sure which type of survey would be
best for you, please get in touch and we’d be happy
to advise.
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RELAX WITH STRESS-FREE CONVEYANCING
Conveyancing is a central part of buying or selling your home and we
know it’s important for you to find a solicitor you can trust to handle
the process professionally and efficiently.
At Stoneacre Properties we offer a specialist conveyancing service
via a small number of hand-picked top legal conveyancers. All the
companies we work with are leading residential conveyancing
experts who offer straightforward advice to ensure your sale or
purchase progresses smoothly. With the best legal experts on your
side, you gain the peace of mind that your sale or purchase will be
handled professionally – giving you confidence every step of the way.
Clear, timely communication is key to keeping things moving and
because all of our conveyancing partners work with us on a regular
basis, we already have strong established communication channels
with each. This means the process can move quickly and smoothly as
we enjoy constant dialogue with all our legal partners.
Our conveyancing partners are on all the panels of major lenders and
offer competitive fees for our clients. If you’d like to find out more
about our conveyancing services, call us on 0113 237 0999 (North
Leeds) or 0113 260 9111 (East Leeds).
GIVING YOU PEACE OF MIND
When you receive the keys to your new property, you need
the reassurance that your property is protected from the
unexpected. But we understand that you don’t want to spend
hours trawling price comparison sites to find the right deal. That’s
why Stoneacre Properties has teamed up with a leading UK home
insurance broker to offer our clients and tenants a time-saving
service for their home insurance quotes. With options including
buildings insurance, home insurance, and specialist insurance for
tenants and landlords, we have the right deal for you. If you’d like
a quote, or for more information, give us a call on 0113 237 0999
(North Leeds) or 0113 260 9111 (East Leeds).
LEGAL SERVICES
INSURANCE SERVICES
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STONEACRE INVESTMENTSThe dynamic city of Leeds is the perfect destination for property investors, whether
established investors looking to add to their portfolio, or new investors seeking profitable
opportunities. With a growing workforce, extensive student population, and a large
number of first-time-buyers, the Leeds property market is both diverse and vibrant with
much to offer to investors. Stoneacre Investments provides a tailored investment service
for those looking to capitalise on the exciting investment opportunities this wonderful
city has to offer.
The investment team is led
by the Stoneacre Property
Group’s managing director Ben
Jacobs who, with a wealth of
expertise, is well placed to build
on Stoneacre’s reputation within
the investment sector.
IF YOU’D LIKE TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT OUR PROPERTY INVESTMENT SERVICES, PLEASE GET IN TOUCH WITH BEN JACOBS ON 0113 237 0999
OR 07976 236845
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With an enviable list of contacts and excellent local
knowledge, we’re able to identify the best investment
opportunities for our clients and provide expert
advice to help you make sound investment decisions.
From buy-to-let properties to major development
sites, we provide advice and guidance on all
commercial, residential, and mixed-use development
projects. From identifying opportunities to leading
negotiations and liaising with developers and agents,
we offer a comprehensive service to make property
investment enjoyable and straightforward.
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STONEACRE MORTGAGES & FINANCIAL SERVICESWe know that finding the right property is only part of the story;
securing the right financial package to fund your dream purchase
is just as important. With the right financial arrangements in place,
you’ll be able to act quickly in a highly competitive market, where the successful buyer is often
the one that is ready to go. Getting the right financial advice early is therefore a crucial part of the
house buying process.
To help our clients find just the right finance package for them,
we provide specialist mortgage advice through our Stoneacre
Mortgages & Financial Services division.
Led by financial advisor Mark Goulding who has over 20 years’
experience in the financial services industry
and mortgage advisor Errol Brown who has over 14 years’ experience in the
property sector, this experienced team offers a wealth of expertise. Sit down
with them for a chat and you’ll receive clear and straightforward advice to
help you understand all of the options available.
If you would like to arrange an appointment with one of our qualified
mortgage advisors, get in touch. The initial meeting is free-of-charge and
without any obligation, providing you with the opportunity to discuss your
plans and agree your next steps. You can meet us in one of our private
meeting rooms in Chapel Allerton or Whitkirk, or in your own home or
workplace. To arrange an initial meeting please call Mark or Errol on 0113
268 2975 and they will arrange a meeting at a time to suit you.
A fee of up to £250 is payable when you apply for a mortgage. On some
larger mortgages, the fee will be refunded to you on completion.
Your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on
your mortgage.
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STONEACRE COMMERCIALNow an integral part of the Stoneacre Property Group, Stoneacre
Commercial has been a trusted name in the commercial property
sector for over 20 years. Led by Peter Davies, the experienced team
has a wealth of expertise and with extensive knowledge of the local
commercial property market, we’re able to identify opportunities
and provide sound advice to our clients.
Whatever path you are taking within the commercial property
market, we’ll take the time to understand your precise requirements.
Whether you’re a vendor, landlord or buyer; are a seasoned
professional or are entering the commercial property market for the
first time, we’ll make the process straightforward and efficient.
From valuations and marketing to negotiations, planning consents
and building issues, we can advise on every aspect of commercial
property, providing a highly personal and tailored service.
Testament to our reputation as
one of Leeds’s most successful
commercial property partners
is the long-lasting business
relations we have built with so
many clients. Just one example
is the recent contract we were
awarded, giving us the sole
letting rights for a brand new
restaurant within a stunning
iconic modern-gothic building
that is to replace the existing Oakwood public
conveniences that are soon to be demolished.
SO WHETHER YOU ARE SELLING OR LETTING COMMERCIAL PROPERTY, OR ARE LOOKING FOR NEW OPPORTUNITIES, TALK TO PETER DAVIES AT STONEACRE COMMERCIAL ON 07775 515175 TO
DISCUSS YOUR REQUIREMENTS.
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VENTURE RESIDENTIAL YOUR BESPOKE BLOCK MANAGEMENT SERVICEVenture Residential is the Stoneacre Group’s block management
service, offering a comprehensive service to property management
companies and property owners.
Led by Lee Williams, Venture Residential offers a tailored service
for developments of all sizes. Our flexible approach means whether
you want to delegate all responsibilities or just parts, we can control
as much or as little as you wish. We offer a wide range of services
to make block management straightforward and can take care
of everything from maintenance and health and safety checks to
payment schedules and regulatory tasks.
With Venture, you’ll always receive a highly personalised service
– every member of the team will be familiar with your site and its
requirements, meaning you can get quick advice and action when you need it. And we
know that your requirements don’t end at 5pm so we also offer a 24-hour call-out service,
to meet your needs any time of day or night.
We offer an inclusive management fee and because we keep our overheads low (no big
call-out centres), we can be competitive without compromising on quality.
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WOOD MOOR COURT, ALWOODLEY
Based across two modern blocks, Venture has managed this
exclusive gated development of 24 luxury apartments since June
2014, providing a local presence and quick-response service.
At Venture we have years of expertise of managing a wide range of
developments large and small. Here are just a few examples:
CENTRAL PARK, HEADINGLEY
Venture manages this large development of over 100 properties
across five apartment blocks and houses, providing maintenance
services and managing complex service charge schedules.
WINKER GREEN, ARMLEY
Venture has helped reorganise the finances and improved
the appearance of this 120-apartment mill development.
In the 12 months that we’ve been involved, we’ve seen sale
and rental levels improve.
CHURCH VIEW COURT, WHITKIRK
Over time we have assumed full management duties at this
12-apartment development. We support regular resident’s
meetings, helping to maintain the wonderful community
spirit that the development enjoys.
YOU CAN FIND OUT MORE ABOUT THESE DEVELOPMENTS AND THE SERVICES WE OFFER BY CONTACTING LEE WILLIAMS ON 0113 8313 235 OR
VISIT WWW.VENTURERESIDENTIAL.CO.UK
THE STONEACRE PROPERTY GROUPHEAD OFFICE & NORTH LEEDS BRANCH
184 Harrogate Road
Chapel Allerton
Leeds LS7 4NZ
West Yorkshire
0113 237 0999
EAST LEEDS BRANCH
1 Colton Road
Whitkirk
Leeds LS15 9AA
West Yorkshire
0113 260 9111
