Our Services

Our local experts are highly experienced in their markets and are able to provide people with the best advice on all aspects of buying and selling. Our local specialists live in the areas in which they work, so have a deep understanding of the qualities and nuances that make each London area so unique and desirable."

Are you thinking of letting your property?

Harris Estates Lettings and Property Management team will guide you through the process from instruction to successfully letting your property.

Whether you are an experienced landlord or new to letting, we will take great care of your tenants and your property during the tenancy, with our dedicated property management service.

If you have a beautiful property in London, or perhaps you have a New Apartment in Canary Wharf , a townhouse in Ealing or a stylish property in Mayfair?

• At Harris Estates we handle properties of all types and sizes.

• We always go the extra mile to ensure that your home is let to a responsible tenant. We will explore every opportunity to achieve a letting at the best possible rent and within a timescale that suits you.

• We've built strong relationships with national and international relocation companies, international schools and blue chip organisations seeking accommodation for employees and clients.

• We invest in the latest technology and communication systems, facilitating contact of potential tenants the moment a property comes to market.

• We provide prompt feedback to clients and discuss all comments and, if required, agree and adjust your specific marketing plan quickly in order to maximise the potential of your property.

A guide for landlords

• Start a tenancy with a professional clean, to ensure that your relationship with the tenant starts off on the right foot and that your tenant will need to return your property professionally cleaned too.

• If a bathroom does not have a window, get a strong electrical extractor to help avoid condensation and mildew problems.

• Always remember that you will not be living at the property: Don’t overspend on kitchens, don’t use white carpets.

• wherever possible hard landscape your garden, to make it more manageable for your tenants.

• Insuring that you keep a clean property and tidy exteriors helps to avoid any unwanted visits from rodents.

• Use recommended contractors and engineers. Reliable and trustworthy companies will help to keep your costs down in the long run.

  What qualifies as an emergency?

- No power, Water cascading through a ceiling or up from a floorboard, No heating, Gas leak, No hot water.

How can I prevent damp in my flat?

Condensation is one of the root causes of damp, a lack of ventilation through windows not being opened after a shower or drying washing in a property and not ventilating properly, adds to damp which leads to mould, which can be very dangerous if left untreated. Tenants can keep mould and damp at bay with a variety of products that can be obtained from large supermarkets and hardware shops.

At Harris Estates,

We understand the need for Landlords and property investors to maximise the return on their investment and we work with them to achieve their goals. We also believe that the care given to tenants is incredibly valuable so we aim to ensure that their needs are met to maintain healthy long lasting tenancies. In a market that is in increasing demand of managed properties we pride ourselves in refining the property management service delivered to our clients.

At the same time, we appreciate the importance of ensuring the tenants needs are also addressed. We pride ourselves in the property management service we offer our landlords and the care and attention given to the tenant.

Our team of property managers have all undergone rigorous training to meet the required standard of property management professionals.

We Provide :

• Face to face meetings between Property Manager and tenants

• Personal and hands on Property Management service

• Face to face and phone diagnostics before contractors are called out.

• Dedicated staff that aim to reduce Landlord costs by searching for competitive contractor quotes.

• Professional service from experienced and trained staff

• Innovative and distinctive local press advertising

• Members of the Property Ombudsman Scheme (POS)

Contact: 

Letting & Property management, Mayfair Office, Berkely square House , London, W1J 6BD

02080046664

Managing agents & block management 

London property professionals

As London’s leading independent Estate Agents, managing over 3,000 residential properties in the capital, Harris estates has a specialist Estate and Block Management department to manage buildings across London. We handle all aspects of management and service charge accounting for our clients. The bespoke nature of our services enable us to provide clients with a tailored package, allowing us to manage a variety of developments for Freeholders, Right to Manage Companies and Investment Landlords.

Our experienced and dedicated team of professionals can assist with all aspects of management enquiries including leasehold matters, tenancy related items and asset management.

We take a fresh approach to Property Management and provide a proactive and engaged service to our clients.

Our services

• Day to day management of programmed and reactive maintenance

• Collection of service charges and ground rents

• Preparation of annual income and expenditure accounts

• Manage and maintain a ‘ring fenced’ client account

• Retain accounts records in line with the RICS Service Charge Residential Management Code (3rd Edition)

• Dealing with leasehold enquiries and lease interpretations

• Dispute resolutions

• Preparation of 5 year maintenance plans

• Project management on major works

• Section 20 consultations and project management

• Negotiate insurance renewals and dealing with claims within the common parts

• Arrange for Fire and Health and Safety inspections and compliance

• Carrying out quarterly property inspections

• Assisting with the ‘Right to Manage’ process and collective enfranchisement

• Commercial letting and management

In safe hands

Whether you live in a purpose-built block of flats, a converted building or on a mixed use estate, we are able to tailor our management services to suit your needs. With our specialist management teams across London, we can provide a single point of contact for your property and make use of local contractors for maximum service standards and cost efficiency. We aim to ensure your building is not only well maintained but also financially stable.

In addition, we have extensive experience in completing Section 20 consultations and managing cyclical maintenance. Our project management service ensures our complete attention at all times during these major projects to deliver on time and on budget, and we are known for achieving excellent value for money for our clients and providing peace of mind.

Cash flow is a vital part of the equation and our dedicated team of service charge accountants closely monitor all of our accounts to ensure you know where you are at all times.

Contact: 

Block management, Mayfair Office, Berkely square House , London, W1J 6BD

02080046664

If you have a property to sell in London and need honest and professional advice, look no further than Harris Estates .

We have an impeccable record of selling houses throughout London - achieving the best possible price for vendors and reaching completion with minimal fuss.

A successful sale starts with an accurate valuation, so book your free appointment today. Our valuation appraisal will discuss obtaining the best price and outline the marketing required to generate interest and invite offers. Once an offer is received, our experienced team will guide the transaction through exchange to completion, supporting you every step of the way.

You can rely on us to make the whole selling process as straightforward as possible. We can also help you find your next property. With a wide selection of homes to buy and to let on our database, you’re sure to find one which fits your specifications and budget.

Harris Estates sell some of the finest homes throughout London so, when it comes to trusting someone with the sale of, what is probably your biggest asset, contact us today.

A step-by-step guide to selling your home

1. Accurate Valuation

So, you're looking to sell, but not sure what your property is worth. The key to establishing what your home is worth is by analysing the prices of local, like for like properties in the market, the prices achieved for recent sales and the prevailing market conditions. Harris Estates has been successfully selling properties in London since 2003 and, as a result, we have an extremely accurate picture of current property values and trends in London.

For an up to date and accurate valuation of your property, please call us on:02080046664

2.Finding the Right Agent

Try to find an estate agent you are confident will handle all aspects of your property sale professionally and efficiently.

What will they do for you?

Will they conduct viewings, or will you need to?
it is crucial, when selecting an agent that all aspects of your property sale are handled efficiently and professional. Harris Estates , take pride in producing all of our Marketing materials in-house, including professionally drawn floor plans, photography, online videos and much more.

Will they advertise extensively in newspapers, magazines, online property websites?
Harris estates will include your property on over thirty property portals and websites, such as Rightmove and Zoopla, maximising the network in which to sell your property.

Will they provide a 'For Sale' board?

Orchards of London provide a complimentary distinctive 'For Sale' board that will help your property stand out from the crowd.

Once you've identified your local agent, call into their offices, so you can talk to their staff and see how happy you would be for them to handle the sale of your property.

We would be delighted to see you at our new office in Berkeley Square House , Mayfair , London, W1J 6BD. We appreciate that many of our clients do not operate on a 9-5 basis and, therefore, offer late opening hours and weekend availability

3.Instructing a Legal Representative

It is vital to the successful sale of your property to instruct an efficient and experienced legal representative. You will need to choose a solicitor or conveyancer to handle the legal work to transfer ownership of the property.

To ensure as few delays as possible, you should select your legal representative before you agree the sale of your house.

If you are buying another property alongside the sale of your existing one, it is a lot easier and more cost effective to use the same legal representative to handle both transactions.

Harris Estates have an approved panel of "tried and tested" law firms who, in many cases provide fixed fees and a no move, no fee arrangement, ensuring each transaction runs effortlessly and effectively and that you are aware of all costs at the outset.

All of Harris estates approved panel of law firms are fully qualified and can act for any mortgage lender you may be working with. This is important as many small law firms are not able to act for all lenders and this can add delay and costs to a transaction.

4. Presenting Your Property

First impressions count, so it is important to present your property to maximise its impact with prospective buyers. The basic rules are to keep the property clean, de-clutter and de-personalise. A prospective buyer needs to visualise themselves living in the property rather than you.

Here are some suggestions for you to consider:

• Reduce the number of personal effects such as photographs and ornaments.

• Tidy up and remove any excess clutter from all rooms and the garden, where relevant.

• Redecorate any areas that are looking tired

• If there are any outstanding DIY jobs around the house, get them finished

• Keep the bathroom as clean and tidy as possible. Make sure the bath, shower and sink are sparkling clean.

• Bedrooms need to be kept tidy, with beds neatly made, clothes put away and the rooms left clutter-free.

• Keep entrances or drives clear, removing items, such as bins, bikes or garden machinery.

• Fresh flowers, tidy gardens and mown lawns (where relevant) also make a good impression.

In preparing the property for marketing we will arrange for our professional photographer and datographer to visit the property in order to take photographs and prepare the floorplan and property details.

The appointment is likely to take up to an hour and the tidier the property, the more time can be spent taking the photographs and drawing the floorplan.

Please bear in mind that we will be opening blinds and curtains and moving any objects that we feel necessary in order to make the property look its best but we will always endeavour to leave everything as we found it.

You could consider this your property's most important viewing. For example, the photographs taken during this appointment will be used to promote your property to a massive audience online and in print. It is therefore essential we work together to obtain the best photographs possible.

All property particulars are reviewed by a third party to make sure the information is accurate and the photographs appropriately reflect the quality of the property.

Once approved, the valuer review the details and will invite you, our client/vendor, to provide feedback and approve.

The property will be live on the internet within minutes of the approval process being completed and our extensive database is updated with the latest information in real time. (Rightmove will be updated usually within 24 hours)

5.Marketing Your Property

Today's buyers have access to a wide variety of media to gather information about available properties and often undertake considerable research before committing to a purchase.

When you instruct Harris Estates you will benefit from our impressive marketing package which provides prospective buyers with the best presented and most relevant information about your property to help them make their buying decision.

This ensures that Harris Estates attract large volumes of quality buyers who are able to make buying decisions positively and quickly.

Property details prepared by Harris Estates include professionally taken photographs, floor plans with room sizes and EPC ratings.

Prospective buyers are able to access information on the property location including such important amenities as schooling, transport, eating out etc.

Our online marketing includes coverage on over 30 property portals and websites including Rightmove and Zoopla.

Phone lines are open 24 hours, 7 days a week and we are open from 9am until 7pm Monday to Saturday. Our 24/7 phone lines is :07901934232.

6. Accompanied Viewings

We accompany viewings at all times and our experienced and fully trained staff will use their expertise to proactively sell your property.

7.Receiving An Offer

Harris Estates will notify you as soon as an offer is received. A senior member of our team will call you to discuss and the offer will also be confirmed in writing.

8. Agreed Offer

Having discussed an offer with our team, you will decide whether to accept or reject it.

At this stage, accepting an offer is not legally binding. If you accept an offer, a sale will be agreed, subject to contract, and confirmed to all parties.

We will arrange for your legal representative to send out a draft contract to the buyer's legal representative who will then raise local searches and raise various enquiries about your property.

If your buyer is arranging mortgage finance, a valuation inspection will be undertaken and the buyer will receive a mortgage offer once all income referencing and the valuation report have been satisfactorily completed.

Harris Estates will advise you and negotiate on your behalf throughout this process, including liaising with any third parties and keeping you informed every step of the way.

There are no binding legal obligations until contracts are exchanged.

9. Exchange of Contract

When you exchange contracts with the buyer you become legally committed to selling the property and they are legally committed to buying it from you.

Once the contract has been signed by both parties, the deposit (usually 10% of the purchase price) will be telegraphically transferred or paid in the form of a banker's draft by the buyer's legal representative to your legal representative.

If everything is ready (including any related transactions) a completion date will be agreed and set and contracts will be exchanged.

10. Completion

Completion is when the property legally changes ownership and will take place on the agreed date.

Your buyer will have paid the balance of the purchase price to your legal representative via their legal representative.

Once the formalities have been completed, the change of ownership will be registered at the Land Registry.

11. Moving Day

Completion day is when most purchasers will wish to collect the keys and move into the property which you have vacated.

You can move out whenever you like, even up until the day of completion. The least stressful option is to move out beforehand. At the time of completion, the property has to be in the condition agreed in the contract – including all the fixtures and fittings.

It is usually around lunchtime before the monies have moved through the banking system and Harris Estates will not release any keys to the purchaser until we have confirmation from your legal representative that it is OK to do so.