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Garrington stands proudly as one of the longest established and renowned independent buying agent firms in the United Kingdom. With a history deeply entrenched in the UK property industry, this enterprise was initially founded by television personality Phil Spencer, and after a management buyout in 2008, the company is now led by CEO, Jonathan Hopper and MD, Nicholas Finn.


From its roots in the heart of prime central London, Garrington has expanded substantially, stretching its wings across the British Isles, from the highlands of Scotland to the rugged coasts of Cornwall. Today, Garrington's comprehensive offerings encompass property search and acquisition services, catering to a wide array of customer demands searching for the finest homes.


Garrington’s team of over forty, comprise some of the most renowned and seasoned buying agents within the property sphere. Their areas of expertise run the gamut from securing prime central London properties, scouring for exquisite country houses, acquiring investment properties, to finding that perfect holiday home.


Each of the firm’s buying agents lives within the area they serve and possesses an encyclopaedic understanding of their local markets. In addition to this, they come armed with extensive industry connections and proven track records of success. At Garrington, the underpinning ethos revolves around delivering high-calibre services and exceptional outcomes for its clientele. As a testament to this, in a typical year, over half of the properties procured for clients were acquired 'off-market'. Furthermore, many properties were secured at amounts significantly below their quoted guide prices.


In terms of industry leadership and innovation, Garrington is a front-runner. Their CEO had the honour of being the first UK buying agent invited to join The Property Ombudsman board of directors. He also played a significant role in establishing an industry code of conduct for residential buying agents.


Garrington adapted rapidly to digital innovations, by launching an exclusive video-viewing platform. This offers clients the convenience of bespoke video tours shared on a dedicated client website, along with customised 'playlists' of suitable properties. This innovative approach saves clients time by minimising the necessity for physical property inspections.


Before any property purchase and the associated transaction costs are incurred, Garrington performs a meticulous due diligence on each transaction. Clients receive a comprehensive property report, shedding light on all critical factors which may influence their purchasing decision and subsequent property enjoyment. Moreover, Garrington's client concierge team addresses every challenge associated with buying a property and transforming it into a cherished home. They provide assistance in locating suitable suppliers and professionals, encompassing household staff, security experts, removal firms, and interior designers, amongst others.


For clients desiring to purchase and hold residential property as an investment, Garrington extends an Asset Management service. This covers all facets of everyday property management, backed by proactive counsel on enhancing returns and capital appreciation, forming part of a client's portfolio review service.


With a rich brand heritage spanning a quarter of a century and a proven track record of success, Garrington's team is wholly committed to ensuring a client's property acquisition journey is a delightful, secure, and well-informed experience.


In an industry traditionally centred around transactions, Garrington is breaking the mould, successfully fulfilling the role of trusted property advisor for their discerning clients. In doing so, they demonstrate their commitment to the finest standards of service, setting the benchmark for buying agents across the United Kingdom.

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