John D Wood & Co. - London & Country Estate Agents, property valuers & Chartered Surveyors since 1872

Fourteen London offices, six country offices and associated offices throughout the south of England, we specialise in residential sales, residential lettings, property valuations, surveying and associated property services.

For 140 years we have specialised in residential property in London and the south of England. Our highly professional and well-trained staff have a thorough understanding of the property market in their local areas, and have a track record of success in property marketing at a national and international level, achieving the best results for our clients.

Latest News

  • April 2012 Property Update

    23rd Apr 2012

    Peter D Young

    At a time when vendors are faced with wide choices of which agent to use, I believe it is vital that we occasionally take a ‘back to basics’ look at the business of selling property. Good, ‘old fashioned’ estate agency is crucial, keeping in close contact with potential buyers to understand their requirements and providing a professional and polished service for our clients. Communication and quality of service is paramount if we are to do the best job for those who employ us to handle the sale of what is likely to be their most valuable asset. That said, we never underestimate the importance of creative and imaginative marketing strategies. Whilst auctions have in the past carried a reputation as the ‘last resort’ in achieving a sale, the speed and near certainty of conclusion that an auction can provide is proving increasingly attractive to both buyers and sellers in the current market. In open competition the buyer, for his part, has the comfort of knowing that the price paid is the true market value of the property, and from the . . .

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