Can any one recommend a GOOD Estate agent

Liddy


Joined: 20/09/2010
Posts: 10

Message Posted:
15/03/2011 09:32

Hi all



I read the forum regularly but don't chip in much but as I am wanting to sell my appt & if its not a contradiction in terms was wondering if any of you knowledgeable people out there out there can recommend a good estate agent?



I had a few issues as a buyer & know others who have had problems selling so any good advice would be appreciated

trooper


Joined: 04/07/2009
Posts: 211

Message Posted:
15/03/2011 10:05

Without any hesitation I recommend Ian Smith. Don't know of another agent who gives such a good service and actually knows what integrity means.

BoTanica


Joined: 22/12/2009
Posts: 714

Message Posted:
15/03/2011 10:11

I would recommend Sunbeams estates - never heard anything but praise from our customers that have used them.

quick32


Joined: 10/03/2011
Posts: 42

Message Posted:
15/03/2011 10:14

0533 882 5401 he s responsible from all sales at YALKIN estates ..

quick32


Joined: 10/03/2011
Posts: 42

Message Posted:
15/03/2011 10:15

0533 882 5401 he s responsible from all sales at YALKIN estates ..

hawkeye


Joined: 12/09/2010
Posts: 334

Message Posted:
15/03/2011 10:51

Ian Smith agency............... has been our choice..........and would recommend. Jez, Jackie..........

flossie44


Joined: 05/03/2009
Posts: 223

Message Posted:
15/03/2011 10:58

We used Ian Smith to buy our first flat. They were excellent and even helped with making a will etc. There was no problem with obtaining the deeds either as they pointed us in the direction of an honest builder.



flossie

napolean


Joined: 16/09/2010
Posts: 58

Message Posted:
15/03/2011 12:00

MY PERSONAL RECOMMENDATION WOULD BE WISE PROPERTY...BOTH LYDIA AND KELLY. WE HAVE BEEN DEALING WITH THIS COY FOR THE PAST 6 MONTHS. ABSOLUTELY 1ST CLASS

mamachina


Joined: 22/11/2008
Posts: 730

Message Posted:
15/03/2011 12:03

Isn't that a contradiction in terms? A good estate agent???



There are some here - but like everything else, one mans meat is another mans poison!!

kaiserphil


Joined: 14/12/2008
Posts: 1096

Message Posted:
15/03/2011 13:28

Trouble is Liddy, one man's 'good' agent can so easily be another's nightmare. Selling can be as big a minefield as buying in its own way. Although they never sold our house, I was impressed with Ian Smith, they had the right attitude, and gave us plenty of viewers.

Watch out for an insidious little creep called Sucuk, who muscles in on possible sales, claims he "found the buyer", then wants his percentage of the sale price. Send him packing, also any agent who brings him along!

I could write a book about the various viewers we had, and the silly stories we were told.

mermaid


Joined: 23/07/2009
Posts: 135

Message Posted:
15/03/2011 13:41

Dear Liddy, at Boray Estates we are constantly looking for new properties for our portfolio. Please contact me to discuss in more detail your property and our terms. Its better if I can call you and arrange to meet.

Sarah Tay - info@borayestates.com 0533 863 4977.

Snaefell



Joined: 07/06/2009
Posts: 266

Message Posted:
15/03/2011 15:55

Bory and Ian Smith have the best reputation going on experience of friends who have bought through them.

stockiefan


Joined: 04/05/2009
Posts: 574

Message Posted:
15/03/2011 15:57

I agree, cannot fault Boray. Also Landmark Estates have worked well for us.

halffull


Joined: 26/01/2009
Posts: 571

Message Posted:
15/03/2011 16:01

Our neighbor put their apartment in the local papers and has had 4 viewings in five days, no Estate Agent fees to pay!!

Liddy


Joined: 20/09/2010
Posts: 10

Message Posted:
15/03/2011 16:31

Thanks all - looks like Ian Smith & boray have generally good reputations but will look into all mentioned. I do take on board Kaiserphil & mamachina that what works for one does not work foll all & I will look out for Sucuk!!!



halffull - did your neighbor get a sale? and was it in Cyprus Today? sounds a good option if so

roisin


Joined: 19/03/2009
Posts: 358

Message Posted:
15/03/2011 17:13

Sunbeams estate agents have a good reputation http://www.sunbeamsestate.com I know many people who rent out their properties with them. Also know people who have used them for selling. Good service- house/apartment on web site within a few hours and very quick to bring potential customers to view. office 0392 822 39 10 mobile 0533 849 89 59 Gives very good advice on price and what improvements might be needed to bring a sale.

PlatinumNC


Joined: 08/03/2011
Posts: 60

Message Posted:
15/03/2011 20:34

Hi, Liddy.



Can I ask where your apartment is?



My email is enquiries@platinumproperties-northcyprus.com If you can email me I will be more than happy to be of assistance.



http://www.platinumproperties-northcyprus.com

No1Doyen


Joined: 04/07/2008
Posts: 16617

Message Posted:
15/03/2011 23:33

Definitely Ian Smith.

No1Doyen


Joined: 04/07/2008
Posts: 16617

Message Posted:
15/03/2011 23:33

You could also try Sandra at Landmark



39 2816 0963

Liddy


Joined: 20/09/2010
Posts: 10

Message Posted:
16/03/2011 09:15

Hi PlatinumNC - lapta



Thanks No1Doyen will try those two

stevo-london


Joined: 23/10/2010
Posts: 253

Message Posted:
16/03/2011 09:49

Hi I would recommend Boray and Partners Abroad, I think Partners Aborad have a office in London



dealt with both of the above and have been impressed

halffull


Joined: 26/01/2009
Posts: 571

Message Posted:
16/03/2011 10:19

Sorry for not replying before.

No she didn't use Cyprus Today, I'm not sure which papers but I know she advertised in the Star ( Turkish edition). She has at least one family coming back for a second viewing at the weekend.

perryo


Joined: 03/09/2008
Posts: 17

Message Posted:
16/03/2011 11:48

I agree about Ian Smith's but also Royal Estates are very good.

martinD41


Joined: 06/09/2010
Posts: 3001

Message Posted:
16/03/2011 13:54

I agree "Windsor" is wonderful

martyn454


Joined: 04/01/2009
Posts: 7

Message Posted:
17/03/2011 21:19

What about Eden Estates in Lapta, are they any good? (or do they still exist?)

We nearly bought into the Amarante Valley debacle back in 2005, and pulled out at the last minute. Spoke to Eden Estates about getting them to build a house for us, but got cold feet and decided against that one too!

martinD41


Joined: 06/09/2010
Posts: 3001

Message Posted:
17/03/2011 21:24

Quantrill Smith......superb!! Or Acres....

martinD41


Joined: 06/09/2010
Posts: 3001

Message Posted:
17/03/2011 21:27

Martel Maides....01481713463

laptarunner



Joined: 02/11/2009
Posts: 217

Message Posted:
17/03/2011 22:43

Check what percentage commission they want, some have been asking up to 5%

negativenick


Joined: 10/11/2008
Posts: 6023

Message Posted:
17/03/2011 23:13

mess 1 - they're all good (if they sell your house...............)

rowlo



Joined: 12/10/2008
Posts: 4796

Message Posted:
18/03/2011 00:17

akayoptic , theyre selling everything else ,worth a try ?

philbailey


Joined: 17/01/2011
Posts: 3534

Message Posted:
18/03/2011 00:41

msg 30



lol nearly dropped my glasses (available at akayoptic)

cyprus1


Joined: 19/02/2007
Posts: 154

Message Posted:
18/03/2011 01:12

Any of them it will sell as long as the price is right, sold ours today.

kimig1


Joined: 22/06/2008
Posts: 73

Message Posted:
18/03/2011 07:05

No such thing exists - not in TRNC anyway

macgiblet


Joined: 07/07/2009
Posts: 65

Message Posted:
18/03/2011 09:46

Hi



Would definately recommend Sarah at Boray Estates, they are very professional and sold our house in Arapkoy in a very short space of time.

kaiserphil


Joined: 14/12/2008
Posts: 1096

Message Posted:
18/03/2011 15:08

msg 30 - thanks Rowlo, I needed a chuckle!

scoobydoo


Joined: 10/11/2008
Posts: 2434

Message Posted:
18/03/2011 18:03

We have found Sandra at Landmark very good.



At least she gets the people around to view so you have a chance to sell your property.



The more no's you get the nearer you are to the one that says yes!

raidercruise


Joined: 07/06/2010
Posts: 237

Message Posted:
04/04/2011 14:19

Hi



Will definitely recommend Platinum Properties, they are new but very professional and sold our house in Bahceli in a very short time. Plus found us a very nice apartment in Alsancak for affordable price..Thanks guys.



http://www.platinumproperties-northcyprus.com or call them..they are Fresh Blood..Hard workers n reasonable commission..not like others at least



Thank you..I hope it helps..

HelmsleyAgent


Joined: 04/04/2011
Posts: 31

Message Posted:
04/04/2011 15:50

Hi Liddy i am contacting uou from Helmsley estates, we are very interested in selling your property please could you contact us on 0533 889 0024 or send all property details to helmsleytanya@ymail.com.

Look forward to hearing from you.

vesela


Joined: 13/08/2010
Posts: 174

Message Posted:
04/04/2011 19:22

You can try Geolineinvestments they work on russian market and they are doing preety well +905428581969

elkarlos


Joined: 10/04/2010
Posts: 9

Message Posted:
04/04/2011 21:12

I used Ian Smith Estate Agency. Can't fault them as they handled every aspect of my sale as I'm in the UK. But will say that its a buyers market and the proprty has to be priced right. Good Luck

Mad-Taff


Joined: 18/02/2010
Posts: 36

Message Posted:
04/04/2011 21:26

We used Ian Smith estates -Top notch

TRNCvictim


Joined: 17/08/2010
Posts: 1417

Message Posted:
04/04/2011 21:38

Ian Smith has a good reputation! as for the one advertising above message 1 be very careful they say they are a member of the EEAU? who or what is the EEAU?



Be careful Liddy in the TRNC nothing is what it seems!

Zeytin


Joined: 21/08/2009
Posts: 16

Message Posted:
04/04/2011 22:04

Elizabeth Ford at Myra Properties , outstanding