Estate Agents in Islington since 1986...
Profile
Thomson Currie opened its first London office in Islington in 1986, although the company actually dates back
to the previous century. Based on Upper Street, our prominent office on the corner of Gaskin Street is well
placed to cover much of Central and North London including Islington, Highbury, The City and Hackney.
Thomson Currie is committed to providing a personal service to each of our clients and maintains the highest
standards in every aspect of our business. Whether vendor, landlord, tenant or purchaser, you will find
Thomson Currie's customer focused attitude a refreshing change.
Marketing
The Internet
Everyone knows the importance of the internet and no one more so than Thomson Currie. We were
the first local agent to develop a website and since then we have constantly strived to keep it visually stimulating,
informative and easy to use. Unlike many of our competitors, we always keep the site up to date so users can
be sure of what is actually available. Why not take a look at it now: www.thomsoncurrie.co.uk. Over two
thirds of our enquiries come through our website and over 95% of our applicants request to be updated via
e-mail.
Property Portals
To make the most of our website we use many host portal websites such as www.primelocation.com,
www.findaproperty.com, www.vebra.com,
www.globrix.com, www.rightmove.co.uk and
www.fish4homes.co.uk. These produce a consistent and growing flow of very strong enquiries and
increasing recognition of the website amongst prospective buyers and tenants. In addition we market our
properties through www.homesandproperty.co.uk, the Evening Standard, Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday
websites.
Public Relations & Marketing
We are one of the few independent agents who treat PR and Marketing with the importance most would
accept it deserves. We employ a press agent dedicated to gaining Thomson Currie's clients as much high
profile exposure in the national, local and specialist property press, as is available. Excellent press relations
with leading property journalists bring featured articles on your home or neighbourhood, which in turn
provide highly focused enquiries that are some of the best leads possible. Features such as 'Buy of the Week'
in the Evening Standard bring numerous leads and in many cases result in a sale. Individual campaigns are
tailored to maximise your home's selling potential. If you have an interesting angle that could be exploited in
the press (for example the history of the house or a famous previous owner), let us know and your home will
soon be capturing the imagination of buyers everywhere.
Advertisements
We advertise in an ever-evolving range of publications from specialist property papers and City lifestyle
magazines to the regional and national quality press using professionally designed adverts that create the right
impression of your home. We are constantly monitoring which publications generate the most enquiries and
adjust our strategy accordingly.
Sales Particulars
We take great care to produce well-written, informative and accurate particulars. For all our instructions we
employ a professional photographer and floor planner who is adept at enhancing the presentation of our
properties and creating the best possible image of your home. Professional photography guarantees
immaculate particulars and superior reproductions in advertisements, PR material and on the Internet. Floor
plans are an integral part of sales particulars, especially in today's market with so many people reliant on the
Internet. It stands to reason that the better the information we provide, the more suitable the applicant will
be viewing your home. Presentation of sales particulars is of paramount importance as it provides the all
important first impression of your property.
The People
Thomson Currie boasts a very experienced and established sales and lettings team, many of whom live in
the surrounding area and thus have considerable local knowledge. We have 10 sales and letting negotiators which
ensure that every prospect/opportunity is explored.
Unique Selling Points
Independent Agent
We are proud to be one of the few truly independent agents covering the area. The property market is
constantly evolving and so are we. We are not bound by restrictive 'one size fits all' company policies and
ensure we shape our service to your individual needs.
No Restrictive Terms of Engagement
By choosing Thomson Currie estate agents you will not be tied into a minimum term of instruction/contract (typically a punitive eight to twelve weeks). We deem this to be a restrictive practice enforced as security against dissatisfactory customer service. We believe in what we offer our clients; ask yourself if other estate agents forcing you into a contract do.
Feedback
By choosing Thomson Currie you will not be tied into a minimum term of instruction/contract (typically a
punitive eight to twelve weeks). We deem this to be a restrictive practice enforced as security against
dissatisfactory customer service. We believe in what we offer our clients; ask yourself if those forcing you into
a contract do?
Watchdog
We are members of the Estate Agents Ombudsman Scheme and are also approved by the Office of Fair
Trading. Their role is to promote the highest standards of service, and protect both buyers and sellers from
unscrupulous or dishonest activity. Although you are highly unlikely to require their services, if you sell/let your
property through an agent without this membership, you will have limited recourse.
Saturday
We are open on Saturday from 10am - 4pm. Saturday is an invaluable activity period in bustling Islington and
the surrounding areas.
Progression
Thomson Currie gets to work immediately ensuring the sale progresses at optimum speed, deadlines are met
and momentum is kept, right through to completion. Our thorough knowledge of the legal process and
helpful guidance for purchasers and vendors alike ensures we do this with maximum efficiency.
Fees
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Sales Fees
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Sole Agency
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2%
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+VAT
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Joint Sole Agency
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2.75%
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+VAT
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Multiple Agency
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3%
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+VAT
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Minimum Fee
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£3000
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+VAT
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Lettings Fees
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Lettings only service
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10%
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+VAT
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Renewals/Extensions
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7%
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+VAT
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Lettings & Rent collection
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12%
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+VAT
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Renewals/Extensions
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10%
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+VAT
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Lettings & Management
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15%
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+VAT
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Renewals/Extensions
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12%
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+VAT
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