Stanford Estates
Forest Hill, London, SE23
4.8/5, 189 reviews
97% recommended
100% sales valuation accuracy
98% sales fee satisfaction
89% lettings valuation accuracy
93% lettings fee satisfaction

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“Stanford Estates are very efficient and courteous. They take great ......”

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Oct 18,2016
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By: 'Barry'
Oct 18,2016
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Stanford Estates are very efficient and courteous. They take great pains to keep landlords fully informed of developments at all times. I have been very happy with the service they provide.
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23rd Sep 2021
reviewed by 'Stef + PJ'
“We just sold our property with Stanfords Estate Forest Hill (and Catford). The whole team was brilliant (James, Malcolm, Jay, ......”
11th Oct 2018
reviewed by 'CG'
“Stanford Estates helped to facilitate a complicated sale recently. Wendy was amazingly helpful and supportive and went beyond the call ......”
14th Aug 2018
reviewed by 'Wendy'
“We have used Robert Stanfords for a number of years now and both Malocm and Cleo have been very helpful ......”
10th Aug 2018
reviewed by 'Fi'
“The good reputation of Stanford's went before them, as we had previously purchased our second home in Forest Hill through ......”
29th Mar 2018
reviewed by 'Adrian'
“Outstanding customer service especially with this individual (Cleo Lawrence). My partner and me were in the process of renting a ......”
9th Jan 2018
reviewed by 'Tazza'
“I think Stanford Estates were wonderful. I sold my beautiful one bed Victorian flat through them. Their photographer took superb ......”
Opening Hours
  • Monday: 09:00 - 18:30
  • Tuesday: 09:00 - 18:30
  • Wednesday: 09:00 - 18:30
  • Thursday: 09:00 - 18:30
  • Friday: 09:00 - 18:30
  • Saturday: 09:00 - 18:30
  • Sunday: 00:00 - :00
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Stanford Estates
2a Dartmouth Road
Forest Hill,London
Greater London
SE23 3XU
020 8699 6778

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Services Valuation Accuracy Fees Satisfaction Min Price of property reviewed Max Price of property reviewed
Sales 100% 98% £225,000 £730,000
Lettings 89% 93% £475 £1,500
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28 1 29 4 65 0 58 0 3 1
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  • SE23
  • SE26
  • SE4
  • SE22
  • SE6
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Sep 23,2021
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By: 'Stef + PJ'
Sep 23,2021
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We just sold our property with Stanfords Estate Forest Hill (and Catford). The whole team was brilliant (James, Malcolm, Jay, Matthew and Evie). The valuation was spot on and they got us an offer very quickly. They were friendly, patient and responsive. They supported us ...
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Oct 11,2018
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By: 'CG'
Oct 11,2018
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Stanford Estates helped to facilitate a complicated sale recently. Wendy was amazingly helpful and supportive and went beyond the call of duty. I would highly recommend Stanford Estates. Many thanks to James, Wendy and the rest of the team....
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Fees were competitive
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Aug 14,2018
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By: 'Wendy'
Aug 14,2018
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We have used Robert Stanfords for a number of years now and both Malocm and Cleo have been very helpful and always approachable! We have been very impressed and happy with their efficiency and friendly approach. Cleo had been very helpful with our tennent and ...
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“Second time lucky!!...”

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Aug 10,2018
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By: 'Fi'
Aug 10,2018
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The good reputation of Stanford's went before them, as we had previously purchased our second home in Forest Hill through them. Although the process of moving house can be a stressful one, we were again pleased by the sale of our second home by them. ...
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Mar 29,2018
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Outstanding customer service especially with this individual (Cleo Lawrence). My partner and me were in the process of renting a property when our referencing hit a brick wall (through no fault of our own). However, Cleo understood our predicament completely, and, I feel went above ...
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“I think Stanford Estates were wonderful. I sold my beautiful ......”

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Jan 09,2018
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By: 'Tazza'
Jan 09,2018
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I think Stanford Estates were wonderful. I sold my beautiful one bed Victorian flat through them. Their photographer took superb pictures and captured the elegance of the flat, It was on the internet for one day, the next day there were two viewings, both made ...
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“I have just let out my property through Stanford Estates ......”

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Feb 17,2017
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By: 'GJOSEPHS'
Feb 17,2017
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I have just let out my property through Stanford Estates Forest Hill Branch. A very pleasant, hassle free experience. Wendy Fitzgerald couldn't have been more helpful. I would highly recommend!...
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“Ben Nicol carried out the initial valuation of my house ......”

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Feb 13,2017
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By: 'Ian'
Feb 13,2017
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Ben Nicol carried out the initial valuation of my house in Forest hill. This was handled very honestly and professionally. His knowledge of the property market in Forest hill is first class. Wendy Fitzgerald was very quick off-the -mark with the viewings and organised them ...
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Very good
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“We bought our property through Wendy at Stanfords. We found ......”

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Feb 13,2017
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By: 'CP'
Feb 13,2017
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We bought our property through Wendy at Stanfords. We found her to be honest and helpful throughout the process and unlike other agents didn't seem to be pushy or aggressive just fair. Would highly recommend this Estate Agents to others....
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“As a first-time buy-to-let-type landlady I felt slightly apprehensive about ......”

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Feb 10,2017
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By: 'V'
Feb 10,2017
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As a first-time buy-to-let-type landlady I felt slightly apprehensive about the process of finding a tenant but Stanfords could not have been more straightforwardly helpful. Not only have they found perfect tenants but the various companies they have recommended have also proved impressive. Am a ...
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No hidden extras.
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“Very fortunate to have recently bought a property through Stanford ......”

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Jan 18,2017
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By: 'Tracy'
Jan 18,2017
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Very fortunate to have recently bought a property through Stanford Estates. I found the agency to be professional and reliable. The consultant we worked with, Malcolm, really went beyond the call of duty to help advance the sale when issues cropped up and that was ...
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“Throughout a protracted and often difficult transaction we were lucky ......”

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Jan 13,2017
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By: 'Jmc'
Jan 13,2017
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Throughout a protracted and often difficult transaction we were lucky to be able to rely on Malcolm and his team's cool heads and professionalism to ensure the sale completed. Even when there was a lot of tension his considerable diplomacy ensured we got there in ...
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Market standard, but turned out as excellent value as he really earns every penny
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“From the beginning we received excellent serviceFrom the initial meeting ......”

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Dec 23,2016
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By: 'Georgia'
Dec 23,2016
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From the beginning we received excellent serviceFrom the initial meeting with Ben when the property was valued throughout the viewings and subsequent sale we felt confident and had a very personal experience. No enquiry or worry was too much for the staff to deal with. ...
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Fees very reasonable.
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“Hard workers in a good team. They always dealt with ......”

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Dec 11,2016
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By: 'ACP'
Dec 11,2016
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Hard workers in a good team. They always dealt with matters promptly and honestly, safeguarding our interests carefully and keeping us well informed. Much better than others we have dealt with....
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Well earned
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“Catherine was brilliant. We had a pretty poor service from ......”

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Dec 04,2016
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By: 'James'
Dec 04,2016
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Catherine was brilliant. We had a pretty poor service from other estate agents but Catherine was always helpful, clear and direct. Estate agents are inherently working for the seller but Catherine was approachable and always ready to answer our questions. She made sure the sale ...
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Fees were clearly communicated and a fair reflection of the service
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“Stanford estates arranged the sale of my house in SE23. ......”

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Nov 20,2016
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By: 'Ian'
Nov 20,2016
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Stanford estates arranged the sale of my house in SE23. The organisation of viewings was handled in a very efficient and friendly manner and I had an offer in no time at all. Ben, Wendy and Malcolm clearly know the housing market and I would ...
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“Wendy was a pleasure to deal with - efficient, informative ......”

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Nov 14,2016
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By: 'Zoe'
Nov 14,2016
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Wendy was a pleasure to deal with - efficient, informative and made purchasing our first home a very smooth process. She made us feel very reassured and promptly answered our many questions. I would not hesitate to recommend Wendy....
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“I hate writing these things... But having rented and then ......”

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Nov 11,2016
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By: 'Ben'
Nov 11,2016
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I hate writing these things... But having rented and then sold my flat through Stanfords I really had to. It couldn't have been smoother - the tenant they found for me was superb (beyond tidy, no problems with payment) and the sale went from phone ...
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Letting - not the cheapest, but quality of tenant offset this (2 minor repairs in 12 months) Sales - cheapest out of the agents I talked to.
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“Malcolm was very present throughout the process, from booking the ......”

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Oct 25,2016
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By: 'Marilia'
Oct 25,2016
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Malcolm was very present throughout the process, from booking the viewing to closing the deal, he's definitely a great agent!...
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I think the price was fair, considering the London average. My sole critique was the inability of taking my keys at the property, it was a bit of a hassle to have to go to Forest Hill carrying my moving – maybe in the future the agency could rethink that system.
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“Catherine was helpful and friendly throughout the process of our ......”

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Oct 21,2016
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By: 'Christina'
Oct 21,2016
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Catherine was helpful and friendly throughout the process of our house purchase, from viewing to completion. The whole process went surprisingly smooth because Catherine responded to all queries efficiently and in a timely manner. I would highly recommend her and Stanford Estates to friends in ...
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Oct 18,2016
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By: 'Barry'
Oct 18,2016
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Stanford Estates are very efficient and courteous. They take great pains to keep landlords fully informed of developments at all times. I have been very happy with the service they provide....
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“Very fair. Did not give us the expected hard sell ......”

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Oct 15,2016
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By: 'Joel'
Oct 15,2016
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Very fair. Did not give us the expected hard sell and were patient with us when we had difficulties with our chain. Always quick to call back and give us information and were pleasant to deal with. We would use them again!...
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“Catherine was very positive and professional. We actually chose to ......”

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Oct 14,2016
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By: 'Dmeyer'
Oct 14,2016
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Catherine was very positive and professional. We actually chose to rent the first property she showed us and were very impressed with our other interactions with Stanford estates during the process....
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“Catherine was approachable, cheerful, helpful and friendly. She made the ......”

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Oct 14,2016
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By: 'Jess'
Oct 14,2016
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Catherine was approachable, cheerful, helpful and friendly. She made the process of securing our flat easy and I would recommend her to others....
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“Very professional service from start to completion. Would suggest that ......”

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Oct 13,2016
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By: 'Gbam55'
Oct 13,2016
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Very professional service from start to completion. Would suggest that property inventory be formalised between buyers and sellers to avoid any possibility of confusion later on, especially if waiting for probate to exchange & complete....
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Standard for the market.
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“Very helpful, friendly and efficient service. All negotiations and paperwork ......”

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Oct 13,2016
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By: 'TP'
Oct 13,2016
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Very helpful, friendly and efficient service. All negotiations and paperwork were dealt with smoothly and quickly. All necessary information as provided at every stage of the renting process....
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No problems
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“Malcolm is really proactive and caring - he showed real ......”

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Oct 12,2016
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By: 'Becca'
Oct 12,2016
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Malcolm is really proactive and caring - he showed real concern for me, and made sure I got my flat rented as fast as possible, to a great tenant....
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Quite high, but I don't begrudge that for the service.
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“The Forest Hill team were all great going over and ......”

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Oct 12,2016
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By: 'NM'
Oct 12,2016
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The Forest Hill team were all great going over and beyond what a selling agent is required to do. They worked as a team, were communicative and helpful the whole way through the process from advertising to completion. They added a local and personal touch ...
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As expected.
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“We have bought a number of properties in Forest Hill ......”

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Jun 20,2016
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By: 'Alex'
Jun 20,2016
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We have bought a number of properties in Forest Hill over the last 17 or so years, but we only ever use Stanford Estates when it's time to sell. It's not for the levels of service, which are as high as is to be expected. We ...
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“Wendy was very helpful when I bought my flat last ......”

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May 20,2016
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By: 'Claire'
May 20,2016
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Wendy was very helpful when I bought my flat last year and kept me informed at all times - she has also been very helpful since then helping me to locate contractors for renovations etc - I am very impressed by her professionalism. Claire...
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Complaints Procedure

Complaints policy:



Under the Rules and Regulations of The Property Ombudsman, which Robert Stanford Estates Ltd are guided by, we advise you of the following actions that we will take should you wish to make a complaint on any matter regarding a transaction with Robert Stanford Estates Ltd.



1. A complaint should be made in writing to Mr Ben Nicol, Company Director and can be posted to the company address at 2a Dartmouth Road, London, SE23 3XU.



2. Your complaint will be recorded at the time that it is made, and will be acknowledged within 3 working days.



3. Robert Stanford Estates will deal with any representative that the complainant chooses to instruct on their behalf.



4. After your complaint has been acknowledged, Robert Stanford Estates Ltd will conduct a full investigation into the matter. A formal written outcome will be posted out to you within 15 days of the acknowledgement of your complaint.



5. The conclusion of your complaint will include a written statement of Robert Stanford’s final view.



6. Should you be dissatisfied with the outcome of this report then Robert Stanford are fully accredited by The Property Ombudsman for Sales & Lettings and you may wish to pursue further with them. We would advise you to go towww.tpos.co.uk for further information as to how to proceed with this. Should you choose to take the matter further it must be done within 6 months of the initial complaint.

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