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2 Star Review
By : 'Kent'
Services : Letting(I am a Landlord / Landlady)
Would you recommend ? : No
25 Jun 2012
People found this helpful8
I bought a number of properties in Atlanta and 2 in Detroit through Belgrave Group. I have had a similar experience to the reviewer above, in that for the first year with the Atlanta properties things appeared to run smoothly. It was only after the first year that numerous problems and maintenance issues came to light. Having been assured that the properties were refurbished to a high "HUD/section 8 acceptable" standard (as per their brochure and advertising) I was not expecting so many faults and such expense. For example, I have had to replace two burst water heaters at $850 each, an HVAC unit $2400, and have one house completely animal and vermin proofed at $1500 following infestation. Rotten wood at the front of one house has been replaced at $650. The list goes on, but really my greatest problem with Belgrave Group has been in relation to the: FIRST YEARS PROPERTY TAX, plus the properties that they sold me in DETROIT. 18 months in these are proving to be a disastrous financial investment that I am considering writing off, rather than throw more good money after bad. When I bought the properties at the end of 2010 the contract of sale stated clearly that 'First year's Summer and Winter Property Taxes' were included in the sale. Property Taxes fall due on 1st July, therefore I was fully expecting the Summer Taxes 2011 to be paid for each property, as these fell due well within my first full year of ownership. These taxes have still NOT been paid in respect of my Detroit properties, 18 months later, despite various emails to Belgrave and their contact in Detroit. On the whole my emails are simply ignored and I am wondering what the next step is. I am not yet sure if they are FSA regulated or covered by a property ombudsman scheme?! They did promise receipts for Property Tax paid and a breakdown back in April 2012 (over a year after purchase) that never appeared. As for the problems I have had with the Detroit properties, where do I begin.......... A Section 8/HUD inspection revealed a crack at one Detroit property following nine months of ownership, so bad that the inspector wanted the tenant to move out. I feel that the assurances that I was given following meeting Belgrave representatives in Southampton that the properties marketed by Belgrave are 'rigorously vetted by their contacts in the US' constitutes mis selling. Both properties were pre- tenanted at time of purchase. It is still not clear if one property was actually ever refurbished before tenanting as per the contract. I have asked for the tenants contract and photos from Metro (used by Belgrave to refurbish) of the property empty and refurbished, but these have still not been produced. The first management Company I was introduced to, Steve Louis, went bust owing me several months of rent, the private tenant had to be evicted. I was then transferred to METRO who despite numerous emails failed to make my vacant property secure or help me to refurbish or re tenant it. Also, METRO failed to pass rent on from my other property unless chased and chased. Nine months after purchase I was on my THIRD management company Garner. However, the tenant in one side (2 flats) of my second property also had to be evicted for non payment of rent. Thus, this year 2012 (only just over one year after purchase) I have had to pay out to refurbish both properties for a second time to get them tenant ready, $7000 in total. In the last few months one house has been broken into twice. The second time immediately following the completion of refurbishments. The thieves stole the entire kitchen, sink, plumbing, cabinets and all!! I am going to persevere with the Atlanta properties, but unless I can make Belgrave Group meet their contractual obligations re the 'first year's Summer and Winter Property Tax', it seems I will be selling the Detroit ones to try to make back some of my losses. Please message if you have had a similar experience re unpaid Property Tax with Belgrave. Also any problems re non refurbishment of your Detroit properties following purchase.
What agent could do to change your mind?
Pay all first years property Tax, Summer and Winter, one full year from date of purchase as per the sales contract. Produced receipts and breakdowns as promised by Tim Kish and Belgrave. Produce initial tenants contract with start date for Detroit properties. Produce photographs of empty property following refurbishment prior to the tenant supposedly moving in. It seems at least one Detroit property was never refurbished as the above evidence has not been produced, despite request.
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By : Belgrave Hater
10 Jul 2012NEVER USE THESE THEY ARE CROOKS properties are refurbished to a sub standard refurb and will cost you $1000's to put right worst mistake of my life (Detroit) once you have parted with your money they dump you also property taxes is a rip off as they dont pay them like they said. BE WARNED STAY WELL AWAY THEY WILL SOON VANISH AGAIN
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1 Star Review
By : 'alanls'
Services : Sales (As a Buyer)
Would you recommend ? : No
Postcode : 4820
27 May 2014
People found this helpful2
This is an account of my Detroit house purchase using the Belgrave Group www.belgravegroup.com Basepoint Business centre, Premier Way, Romsey SO51 9AQ Although Belgrave group still exists the company now focuses on properties in Atlanta 'Belgrave Atlanta' company number 08218378... Read Full Review
What agent could do to change your mind?
I lost a huge amount of money by using this agent yet they continue to trade. Despite saying they would compensate me they have not done so.
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5 Star Review
By : 'DS'
Services : Sales (As a Buyer)
Would you recommend ? : Yes
Postcode : SW1
21 Nov 2013
People found this helpful2
Thanks to Mike for the excellent service he provided. I did originally feel very nervous about investing in a property abroad. Having only purchaed property in the UK I was reassured that Atlanta was a good investment and that the returns would exceed what you can a acheieve in the UK. I can... Read Full Review
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1 Star Review
By : 'James'
Services : Sales (As a Buyer)
Would you recommend ? : No
Postcode : NOT
1 Nov 2013
People found this helpful7
I bought the propery after reading a glowing aricle in the Daily Mail in August 2010. I had nothing but problems from the very start. Belgrave fulfilled NONE of their pre-sale commitments and I was left with years of hassle trying to resolve the issue. I was forced to sue Belgrave and on 23 July,... Read Full Review
What agent could do to change your mind?
No No. Pay me the money I have been awarded by the court
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By : Cap'n Haddock
3 Nov 2013Any chance of giving the name of your...
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5 Star Review
By : 'Bazzaf'
Services : Sales (As a Buyer)
Would you recommend ? : Yes
Postcode : 3005
20 Apr 2013
People found this helpful1
I had taken my time to invest into the US and I cannot thank Belgrave enough. My property was rented and refurbished all on time. Belgrave's advice has proven the right choice. My advice to anyone looking to invest is dont use a broker (I did and it cost me dearly), use Belgrave they have a good... Read Full Review
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5 Star Review
By : 'sfimark'
Services : Sales (As a Buyer)
Would you recommend ? : Yes
Postcode : 3008
12 Apr 2013
People found this helpful0
I am delighted that I bought a US property through the Belgrave Group. They helped me through the process and kept me informed in a timely fashion. The house let within a week of going on the rental market and I am still staggered at the yield that I am... Read Full Review
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5 Star Review
By : 'MGH768'
Services : Sales (As a Buyer)
Would you recommend ? : Yes
Postcode : 3008
26 Mar 2013
People found this helpful1
Earlier this year I purchased 2 properties in Atlanta through the Belgrave Group and have found the whole experience most professional. Mike O'Brien and his team have helped me every step of the way such that the process has been painless and efficient. Indeed, their recommended local lettings... Read Full Review
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1 Star Review
By : 'Cap'n'
Services : Letting (As a Owner)
Would you recommend ? : No
Postcode : GA6
20 Mar 2013
People found this helpful14
We have similar problems to some others on the site. We bought 2 properties. Not a single tenant through the much cited HUD scheme Poor workmanship, they handed us over to a succession of disinterested, incompetent, unresponsive and in on case thieving, property management companies - variously... Read Full Review
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By : Cap'n Haddock
31 Aug 2013Thank you Michigangalpal, You mean it is clear and Belgrave were working the scheme together? Belgrave put us in touch with all of these people and so bear, in my opinion, some responsibility and ...
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5 Star Review
By : 'DP1'
Services : Sales (As a Buyer)
Would you recommend ? : Yes
Postcode : 300
29 Nov 2012
People found this helpful1
Having taken unexpectedly early retirement I wanted an income better than my (very good) pension plan could offer. I took the maximum cash from my pension pot and bought three large four bedroom houses in Stone Mountain, Atlanta through Belgrave. The return is far better than anything else I looked ... Read Full Review
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Following the purchase of our ...
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5 Star Review
By : 'PG13'
Services : Sales (As a Buyer)
Would you recommend ? : Yes
Postcode : 300
29 Nov 2012
People found this helpful1
Following the purchase of our first US property and having experienced the initial couple of ownership, I thought that I would say how smoothly the whole process went and how pleased we are with the professionalism of the firm. Everything went exactly as promised and we... Read Full Review
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5 Star Review
By : 'FP127'
Services : Sales (As a Buyer)
Would you recommend ? : Yes
8 Nov 2012
People found this helpful1
Working with Belgrave has been a great experience. I have viewed properties in Atlanta with other investment companies but find Belgrave's properties prices to be reasonable with good quality finishes. The team is also very professional and knows the property market in Atlanta very well. Finally,... Read Full Review
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I was quite happy with all ...
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5 Star Review
By : 'BD711'
Services : Sales (As a Buyer)
Would you recommend ? : Yes
6 Nov 2012
People found this helpful1
I was quite happy with all aspects of the property purchase in Atlanta through Belgrave. The house was let immediately after the re-furb completion with the tenant being spot on with rent payments since. That first year lease has just been renewed for a second, and it's all hunky dory. I'm... Read Full Review
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5 Star Review
By : 'Atlanta'
Services : Sales (As a Buyer)
Would you recommend ? : Yes
9 Aug 2012
People found this helpful1
Belgrave made what could be a difficult process so easy from start to finish.I am sure that the attention they pay to their clients needs and reducing the stress involved with this kind of transaction encouraged me to purchase again,and once purchased and renovated I had tenants signed up and... Read Full Review
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5 Star Review
By : 'P3721J'
Services : Sales (As a Buyer)
Would you recommend ? : Yes
7 Aug 2012
People found this helpful1
The Belgrave Group's website makes it clear they are experienced investors in the distressed property market in Atlanta; and that they have long established relationships with property realtors and lawyers in Atlanta; and have organised refurbishment and tenant placement processes in... Read Full Review
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5 Star Review
By : 'DHAtlanta'
Services : Sales (As a Buyer)
Would you recommend ? : Yes
26 Jul 2012
People found this helpful1
Serious buy to let investors should look closely at the opportunities available in the Atlanta area with Belgrave Group and especially the returns obtainable which far outweigh those in the UK in both yield and the long term potential for capital growth. The willingness of the team to offer a... Read Full Review
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5 Star Review
By : 'Ange'
Services : Sales (As a Buyer)
Would you recommend ? : Yes
24 Jul 2012
People found this helpful1
I heard about Belgrave through my husbands friend at work. They had invested and my husband thought it was a good idea. We had money available and it was between a house in Atlanta and a new car. We decided to buy a house a car lasts a short while, where a house will last us forever. I did some... Read Full Review
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Atlanta is a lovely and huge ...
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5 Star Review
By : 'Long181'
Services : Sales (As a Buyer)
Would you recommend ? : Yes
23 Jul 2012
People found this helpful1
Atlanta is a lovely and huge place with the people being very friendly, Stone Mountain which is about 20 minutes from the centre of Atlanta is green with lots and lots of trees we thought it was like the UK with sun, our house is fantastic and a bargain, we have tenants in and have been paid on the ... Read Full Review
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5 Star Review
By : 'hideju'
Services : Sales (As a Buyer)
Would you recommend ? : Yes
20 Jul 2012
People found this helpful1
We were impressed with the way the Belgrave Group explained the buying procedure to us and we felt that they dealt with our purchase very professionally and informatively. The information provided to us on how to open an American bank account, Tax Laws and the letting agents were all very... Read Full Review
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2 Star Review
By : 'Kent'
Services : Letting (As a Owner)
Would you recommend ? : No
25 Jun 2012
People found this helpful8
I bought a number of properties in Atlanta and 2 in Detroit through Belgrave Group. I have had a similar experience to the reviewer above, in that for the first year with the Atlanta properties things appeared to run smoothly. It was only after the first year that numerous problems and... Read Full Review
What agent could do to change your mind?
Pay all first years property Tax, Summer and Winter, one full year from date of purchase as per the sales contract. Produced receipts and breakdowns as promised by Tim Kish and Belgrave. Produce initial tenants contract with start date for Detroit properties. Produce photographs of empty property following refurbishment prior to the tenant supposedly moving in. It seems at least one Detroit property was never refurbished as the above evidence has not been produced, despite request.
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By : Belgrave Hater
10 Jul 2012NEVER USE THESE THEY ARE CROOKS properties are refurbished to a sub standard refurb and will cost you $1000's to put right worst mistake of my life (Detroit) once you have parted with your money they ...
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