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Welcome to Verity Frearson

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    Verity Frearson Residential Lettings & Management team have been offering a comprehensive and personal service to landlords in the town for over 80 years and have extensive knowledge of the local area.

    We are Licensed members of ARLA (Association of Residential Letting Agents) - the UK's foremost professional body for letting agents, RICS (Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors), The Property Ombudsman and TDS (The Dispute Service). As members of these schemes we agree to comply with the professional standards outlined within the relevant codes of practice, demonstrating our dedication and commitment when dealing with your property. Our practices and client accounting systems are fully regulated.

    Managing over 300 properties; our professional qualified staff offer the highest standards of service to landlords, clients and tenants.

    As one of the leading letting agents in the area, we aim to let your property to the best possible tenant and provide you with an efficient management, maintenance and accounting service. We have extensive experience in the lettings market and aim to offer an unbeatable level of service whether you are an experienced landlord with a portfolio of properties or whether this is your first buy-to-let venture.

    We offer a range of services to suit the requirements of individual landlords with our Let Only and Fully Managed Services, alternatively we can offer a bespoke service to suit your needs.

    "Our staff will be delighted to discuss your options with you"

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OUR SERVICES

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    LET ONLY

    Our professional 'Let Only' services includes the following:

    • Preparation and distribution of full property particulars
    • Organising, where appropriate, an initial EPC (Energy Performance Certificate)
    • Distinctive 'To Let' board at the property
    • Advertisements in the local press and on all of the major property portals including Rightmove, Zoopla, Primelocation and on our own website
    • Marketing within our busy Albert Street office and window display
    • Accompanied viewing service
    • Contact with relocation agents, Menwith Hill and our comprehensive tenant  mailing list
    • Completion of comprehensive references on prospective tenants, for which we employ a third party tenant referencing specialist, with optional rent guarantee insurance
    • Negotiation and preparation of an appropriate tenancy agreement and  associated documentation
    • Collection of the first month's rent. We arrange for subsequent monthly payments• to be made direct to you
    • Collection of an appropriate bond, which is lodged in our client account and  registered with TDS for the duration of the tenancy in accordance with current tenancy deposit legislation


    In addition if required we can also arrange:

    • Preparation of a detailed inventory with meter readings
    • Preparation of renewal tenancy agreements throughout the  duration of the tenancy
    • Periodic property inspections
    • Final check-out inspections

    Alternatively our 'Fully Managed' service provides landlords with comprehensive and thorough administration of their property, allowing them to distance themselves from the day-to-day management of the property.

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    FULLY MANAGED
    • In addition to our Let Only service, this includes:
    • Arrangement of a Landlord Gas Safety certificate, if required, prior to the tenant moving in and on an annual basis thereafter
    • Preparation of a detailed inventory with meter readings
    • Collecting the rent on a monthly basis and forwarding this, net of charges, via BACs to yourselves. Pro-actively pursuing collection of rent when necessary
    • Provision of a detailed statement of account on a monthly basis
    • Organising and overseeing any necessary repair works to the property with established and professional contractors
    • Out of hours emergency maintenance service for tenants
    • Regular inspections to ensure that the tenant is taking care of the property
    • You will be provided with a written report following each visit
    • Dealing with breaches of tenancy and in the unlikely event issuing relevant notices and pursuing possession/rent arrears through the courts
    • Negotiating renewals and extensions of the tenancy
    • Service of the Notice to Quit at the end of the tenancy, if required
    • Thorough Check-out of the property and production of a check-out report an negotiation to the retention of deposit funds when appropriate

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    OUR MARKETING

    We believe our success and business reputation are dependent upon all of our clients being completely satisfied with the service we provide, which is why we will guide you through every step of the transaction in a pro-active way and market your property to find the right tenant as quickly as possible. In order for your property to reach as many potential tenants as possible, as standard we offer:

    • High street presence in our prominent Harrogate showroom.
    • Regular and highly visible presence throughout the local press
    • Advertising on all major property portals including Rightmove, OnTheMarket.com
    • Regular contact with local relocation agents and Menwith Hill who regularly require quality rented accommodation for their employees
    • A sophisticated IT system and tenant database with a constant supply of applicants actively seeking properties to let





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Meet Our Lettings Team

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    Our staff will provide you with a professional service and every member of our team is passionate, enthusiastic and personable. They have been hand selected by us, and fully trained, to offer straight talking and honest advice, with an in depth local knowledge of the Harrogate Property Market.

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    Kelly Jackson MARLA- Lettings Manager

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    Eugene Keane- Lettings Negotiator

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    Jonathan Freeman- Lettings Negotiator
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    The content on this Microsite has been uploaded by Verity Frearson, Harrogate. Rightmove Group Limited makes no warranty as to the accuracy or completeness of the content, any queries should be sent directly to Verity Frearson, Harrogate. Where properties are displayed on a page, this comprises a property advertisement. Rightmove Group Limited who operate the website Rightmove.co.uk makes no warranty as to the accuracy or completeness of the advertisement or any linked or associated information, and Rightmove has no control over the content. These property advertisements do not constitute property particulars. The information is provided and maintained by Verity Frearson, Harrogate. Please contact the agent directly to obtain any information which may be available under the terms of The Energy Performance of Buildings (Certificates and Inspections) (England and Wales) Regulations 2007 or the Home Report if in relation to a residential property in Scotland and if you have any query over the content.

    *Guide Price: An indication of a seller's minimum expectation at auction and given as a “Guide Price” or a range of “Guide Prices”. This is not necessarily the figure a property will sell for and is subject to change prior to the auction.

    Reserve Price: Each auction property will be subject to a “Reserve Price” below which the property cannot be sold at auction. Normally the “Reserve Price” will be set within the range of “Guide Prices” or no more than 10% above a single “Guide Price.”

    Auction Fees: The purchase of this property may include associated fees not listed here, as it is to be sold via auction. To find out more about the fees associated with this property please call Verity Frearson, Harrogate on +441423562531.


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      Welcome to Verity Frearson, Harrogate's leading Estate Agent

      We have delivered unrivalled customer service through commitment and hard work within the residential market since 1921.

      Verity Frearson place an emphasis on being transparent, honest, straight talking and highly professional, whilst investing in marketing techniques that help your home stand out from the crowd and in making sure that we never lose sight of the solid foundations our business is built on.

      The key to our success has been built around our 5 core values:

      Transparent, Personable, Track Record, Stand Out, and Solid

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      TRANSPARENT

      It is very important for you to know how we work and why we make the recommendations we do. We believe in total transparency and our team will always deliver straight talking and open advice.

      You will receive a carefully researched and honest valuation for your property, based on comparable properties in your area. Our detailed review shows we are determined to achieve the correct marketing price for your home. You will not be given an inflated valuation to attract your business.

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      PERSONABLE

      Our staff will provide you with a professional service and every member of our team is passionate, enthusiastic and personable. They have been selected by us, and fully trained, to offer straight talking and honest advice, with an in depth local knowledge of the Harrogate Property Market.

      Our aim is for all customers to feel confident and comfortable at all times and for you to know you can rely on us to deliver an outstanding experience. We will always have your best interests at heart.

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      TRACK RECORD

      We have been selling homes in Harrogate and the surrounding area for over 90 years. We have worked hard to consistently achieve our status as Harrogate's leading estate agent.

      Data published by 'For Sale Sign Analysis' and more recently the Guild of National Estate Agents has consistently shown Verity Frearson as the market leader in the area. We have an excellent track record for selling homes in the Harrogate area.

      The 100's of sales achieved every year has given us an intimate knowledge of the local market so you can be rest assured you will receive an accurate valuation of your home.

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      STAND OUT

      We focus on making your home stand out from the crowd. We know it's essential that your home appears in the right place, in the right way and that it reaches all potential purchasers through as many channels as possible.

      Through eye catching professional photography, enhanced online listings, creative advertising in the local press and prominent high-street showrooms, we guarantee your property will receive the widest possible exposure.

      Verity Frearson subscribes to the UK's leading property websites including Rightmove, On The Market and Prime Location.

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      SOLID

      We were established in Harrogate in 1921 and we are proud of our heritage. We have an intimate knowledge of the local market and that's why we've remained focused on it.

      The business has always been, and still is, privately owned and run. Over the years, the industry has evolved, as have many of our systems and processes, but what hasn't changed is our commitment to offering you a quality service, our prominent town-centre position and our recognised brand.

      We are also recognised for our excellence, not only by our customers, but also by major industry bodies. As well as being regulated by RICS, we are an exclusive member of the Guild of Professional Estate Agents - both highly regarded 'badges of excellence' in the industry.

      We are ethical, professional and adhere to a code of conduct that ensures our service to you is of the highest possible standard
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      Surveys
      "Purchasing a home is the largest investment you will ever make. Commissioning a survey or valuation through Verity Frearson will give you the peace of mind to buy with confidence."

      Steve Archer BSc FRICS, Director.

      Considerations:

      • Are there any major defects in the property?
      • Why is the property so cheap?
      • Are there any drawbacks that may affect future saleability?
      • Will I have major repairs to carry out, and how much will they cost?
      • Am I paying too much for the property?


      "All these questions and more can be answered by a qualified Chartered Surveyor, such as myself. I strongly recommend that you obtain independent professional advice before you commit to purchasing any property. Please feel free to contact me and I shall be pleased to discuss the options available to you."


      Mortgage Valuation

      This is a limited report which you should not rely upon when purchasing a property. This inspection is purely to provide a bank or building society with a valuation to ensure that the property provides adequate security for a mortgage. We prepare valuations on all types of residential and commercial properties, for a variety of reasons, such as probate, inheritance, capital gains, council tax, remortgage, transfer of equity etc


      Homebuyer Survey & Valuation

      This is a detailed yet concise survey, designed to highlight urgent or significant matters that you should bring into the negotiation of the price before exchange of contracts. This survey report includes a Market Valuation and a Valuation for Insurance Purposes. The Homebuyer Survey is the most popular and cost-effective way of obtaining peace of mind before purchasing a property


      Building Survey

      This survey is a more detailed report, which is more appropriate for houses in excess of 150 years old, unmodernised properties, or where there are obvious concerns about a building´s structural integrity. A building survey does not normally include a valuation.


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    THE VF TEAM

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      Our staff will provide you with a professional service and every member of our team is passionate, enthusiastic and personable. They have been selected by us, and fully trained, to offer straight talking and honest advice, with an in depth local knowledge of the Harrogate Property Market.

      Our aim is for all customers to feel confident and comfortable at all times and for you to know you can rely on us to deliver an outstanding experience. We will always have your best interests at heart.

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      Matthew Stamford - Managing Director
      Responsible for overseeing the day to day running of the agency and carrying out valuations on a wide selection of properties within North Yorkshire.
      The driving force behind the business, Matthew's absolute passion for property, creative thinking and straight-talking approach are one of the reasons that Verity Frearson are so successful.
      He started out in the estate agency business at the age of 18 (that's a LOT of experience!) and hasn't looked back!

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      James Verity - Director
      James started his career working in commercial property in Leeds, qualifying as a chartered surveyor in 2008 and moving to the family business (James' dad Martin used to run Verity Frearson) in 2009. 
      James spends his days managing property sales and meeting clients to carry out valuations of their properties. He is also responsible for conducting professional RICS valuations needed for formal reports such as mortgage lending, probate or court proceedings.

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      Paula Ramsey - Sales Manager
      Paula is responsible for our fast paced and lively sales office. She has over 25 years' experience in customer service and office management. Prior to joining Verity Frearson, nearly 10 years ago, she was manager at a veterinary practice.

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      Megan Sibson - Assistant Sales Manager
      Megan began her Estate Agency career with an apprenticeship nearly 10 years ago. After working locally with another agency, Megan joined the VF Sales team in 2021 and promoted to Assistant Sales Manager in 2023.
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      Testimonials from Sellers

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        We were impressed by all your staff
        Thank you for doing such an excellent job marketing and selling our house, well done. We were impressed by all your staff throughout the process- Mr Hutcheson

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        Your customer service made the experience better
        Thank you for all your help in our recent sale/buying experience. Your customer service made the whole experience better- Mr Sommerville-Frost

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        enthusiasm and persistence
        At last I can move on with your help, enthusiasm and persistence- Mrs Woods

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        extremely personable and professional job
        Our sincere thanks for an extremely personable and professional job in securing the sale of our property- Adrian & Lynda

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        Agents for me
        The very first day I walked into the Verity Frearson office I knew you were the Agents for me- Mrs Gibson

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        You are all brilliant!
        You have made the whole process so straight forward and stress free. You are all brilliant!- Laura & Steve

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        fantastic and always got us a response
        You really were fantastic and always got us a response. Your help was really appreciated- Natalie & Murray

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        encouragement and advice made all the difference
        Many thanks for smoothing the path through our sale and purchase, your encouragement and advice made all the difference when we needed it- Derek & Kathryn

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        excellent from start to finish
        I just wanted to say a heartfelt "thank you" for getting us moved. The service we received from you was excellent from start to finish. Your professional but friendly approach having ensured everything went smoothly- Mrs Hawkins

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        no hesitation in recommending Verity Frearson
        My wife joins me in sending our grateful thanks for all your help and advice during the sale of our house in Harrogate. Should any of our friends in Harrogate ask about the services offered by the firm, we would have no hesitation in recommending Verity Frearson- Mr J Gardiner

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        going beyond the call of duty several times!
        You've been so helpful in getting us sold and moved, going beyond the call of duty several times! I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Verity Frearson to anyone moving in the Harrogate area, you've been marvellous- Dominic & Jane

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        making the actual sale happen within 3 days!
        Your positive and professional approach throughout were very much appreciated as were your efforts and hard work in making the actual sale happen within 3 days! That was quite special- David & Geraldine Oakes

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        an absolute pleasure dealing with you
        Thank you so much for all your help and hard work in securing the purchase of Flat 13 North Park Road. You have kept us fully informed throughout this transaction and it has been an absolute pleasure dealing with you- Graham & Jan Hobson

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        your timeless effort to succeed
        Thank you so much for all the hard work you put into our relocation. We would not have been able to achieve this without your timeless effort to succeed- Pat & Frank Littlewood

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        you get my vote every time!
        You've been fantastic- you get my vote every time!-Mr & Mrs Usher
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      Disclaimer

      The content on this Microsite has been uploaded by Verity Frearson, Harrogate. Rightmove Group Limited makes no warranty as to the accuracy or completeness of the content, any queries should be sent directly to Verity Frearson, Harrogate. Where properties are displayed on a page, this comprises a property advertisement. Rightmove Group Limited who operate the website Rightmove.co.uk makes no warranty as to the accuracy or completeness of the advertisement or any linked or associated information, and Rightmove has no control over the content. These property advertisements do not constitute property particulars. The information is provided and maintained by Verity Frearson, Harrogate. Please contact the agent directly to obtain any information which may be available under the terms of The Energy Performance of Buildings (Certificates and Inspections) (England and Wales) Regulations 2007 or the Home Report if in relation to a residential property in Scotland and if you have any query over the content.

      *Guide Price: An indication of a seller's minimum expectation at auction and given as a “Guide Price” or a range of “Guide Prices”. This is not necessarily the figure a property will sell for and is subject to change prior to the auction.

      Reserve Price: Each auction property will be subject to a “Reserve Price” below which the property cannot be sold at auction. Normally the “Reserve Price” will be set within the range of “Guide Prices” or no more than 10% above a single “Guide Price.”

      Auction Fees: The purchase of this property may include associated fees not listed here, as it is to be sold via auction. To find out more about the fees associated with this property please call Verity Frearson, Harrogate on +441423562531.


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      Find Us

      Branch address

      Tudor House Albert Street,
      Harrogate,
      HG1 1JT

      Get in touch

      Buying: 01423 227831  Local call rate
      Letting: 01423 227834  Local call rate
      Lettings: 01423 530000  Local call rate

      Disclaimer

      The content on this Microsite has been uploaded by Verity Frearson, Harrogate. Rightmove Group Limited makes no warranty as to the accuracy or completeness of the content, any queries should be sent directly to Verity Frearson, Harrogate. Where properties are displayed on a page, this comprises a property advertisement. Rightmove Group Limited who operate the website Rightmove.co.uk makes no warranty as to the accuracy or completeness of the advertisement or any linked or associated information, and Rightmove has no control over the content. These property advertisements do not constitute property particulars. The information is provided and maintained by Verity Frearson, Harrogate. Please contact the agent directly to obtain any information which may be available under the terms of The Energy Performance of Buildings (Certificates and Inspections) (England and Wales) Regulations 2007 or the Home Report if in relation to a residential property in Scotland and if you have any query over the content.

      *Guide Price: An indication of a seller's minimum expectation at auction and given as a “Guide Price” or a range of “Guide Prices”. This is not necessarily the figure a property will sell for and is subject to change prior to the auction.

      Reserve Price: Each auction property will be subject to a “Reserve Price” below which the property cannot be sold at auction. Normally the “Reserve Price” will be set within the range of “Guide Prices” or no more than 10% above a single “Guide Price.”

      Auction Fees: The purchase of this property may include associated fees not listed here, as it is to be sold via auction. To find out more about the fees associated with this property please call Verity Frearson, Harrogate on +441423562531.