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Martin & Co Bournemouth

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1.00 /5

We rented a property from Martin&Co and were tenants for over three years, with no issues ever raised whilst living in the property. Six-monthly tenancy checks were completed, and nothing ever came back from these. However we are disgusted with the way they have handled our deposit return, claiming near on £400 for ‘cleaning’ despite us spending hours at the property cleaning, and the real kicker was £850 for ‘redecoration’, despite the fact the property was left in near-on the same condition as when we moved in, just with usual wear and tear where we had hung pictures on the wall and filled the holes. The quote sent over by the landlord was very inconsistent, with the alleged business at the top not registered with the address or individual named. In fact, the address actually flagged as being registered with the landlords own business, which we thought was convenient… Our property manager was incredibly unhelpful, instead choosing to raise minor issues that again, were never raised whilst we lived at the property. Judging by the reviews, it seems that if you’re selling/buying, or a landlord, then Martin&Co will give you top-tier service. If you’re a tenant looking to rent, I’d stay well away.

Reply from agent

Dear Cosmic Wonder, Unfortunately we cannot identify you in our data base. We believe your agent is a different Martin and Co office as there are 170+ offices nationwide . We are not the head office, but the local branch. We're grateful for … More

1.00 /5

Very disappointed I wanted to buy a garage only that was for sale through them. After sale agreed and solicitors instructed, it fell through due to the fact that it was linked in the lease to a flat. They clearly did not ask the right questions prior to putting it on their site for sale. I lost money due to this and Martin & Co would not refund me.

Reply from agent

Dear Frances, We sincerely apologise for the inconvenience this has caused you. Regrettably, complexities in property transactions do arise. We strive to ensure clarity and accuracy in all our listings, including in the listing of the garage you were interested in. As explained to you by email, the vendor was in the process of separating the garage from the title of the flat and this was being arranged alongside the conveyancing. The sales person has made this clear to you from the outset during your first meeting and you have subsequently agreed terms. Unfortunately during the course of the conveyance, the vendor confirmed that the property manager who was responsible for providing their freeholder with the terms and agreeing the paperwork at the management company has left the company, and the separating of the title which was to be arranged by the management company had regrettably broken down. The vendor despite his best endeavours found the separating of the deeds unattainable due to the lack of support from the managing agents. He has now been left with no choice other than to withdraw from the sale. He has stated that he would be more than happy to rent you the garage until such time as the management company are in a position to resolve this issue. Please contact us directly to discuss how we might assist you in the future. Warm regards, The Martin & Co Bournemouth Team.

1.00 /5

Was a tenant for 13 years on a property managed by martin and co and I have to say I'm very disappointed in the way they dealt with my deposit when we left. We barely got anything back due to a frankly ridiculous cleaning bill totalling £400+ and other reasons. Even though we spent days cleaning the property and for 13 years of living there we left it as clean and tidy as it could have have been due to simply wear and tear.

1.00 /5

The worst estate agent I have dealt with in 20 years. First, I was pushed out of the flat after three years of renting because they refused to add a six-month break clause while renewing the contract, as we had done in previous occasions, and instead they asked for a 12-month break clause. Obviously, they then put the property in the market for £175 more a month, an increase that they could have not put forward with me as a tenant. Second, they kept £350 from my deposit for cleaning a one-bedroom flat that was already cleaned. They were intransigent, rude, aggressive, and acted like thugs. The goverment should really keep an eye on how estate agents such a Martin & Co in its Bournemouth branch operate.

Reply from agent

Dear Lorena, why are we the worst estate agents when you have refused to adhere to the agreed renewal terms of your tenancy? You agreed terms and then refused to sign the tenancy agreement? Is the Landlord not important to you ? The Landlord is a human being just like you who has worked hard to purchase the property and pays a mortgage. We were nothing but exceptionally good in handling all your problems for the past 3 years, up until you moved out recently. You and your pet cat have moved in a property cleaned to the highest of standards, why don’t you expect for the landlord to require the property is delivered back in the same condition as it was originally delivered to you? Why did you not clean the property before you moved out? You made all sort of excuses. We even negotiated a reduction in the costs with the cleaning company and you apologised for the state you left the property in. These are all documented in your emails, check-in and check-out reports? Your comments about us being rude and aggressive is unacceptable, we deducted only the full costs of cleaning the property back to the level it was delivered to you in the first place. You state we are intransigent but you only just moved out on the 1st of the month and we have agreed terms 7 days later and you have your deposit balance being returned as we speak. Please rest assure we adhere to all estate agents governing rules. We win awards as a top level company in Bournemouth and our attention to detail is perhaps something you wish for us to overlook. It is a shame that you did not put yourself not even for a second in the Landlord’s shoes. Perhaps a lesson learnt!

1.00 /5

Guys, Please stay away from this estate agent. They talk nicely when you come for lettings and if you want to end the tenancy, then you are gone. Forget about your deposit and they also have practice of 2 years rental agreement and they give 500 pages of booklet to sign and by the time we read and sign, you would exhaust and i had to pay 3 months rental even if you give 2 months notice upfront. So please stay away from this greedy agent.

Reply from agent

Dear Praveen, I am really sorry but your Google review is wholly incorrect, your landlord self-managed the property and our companies role was simply to find a tenant for the landlord. The landlord provided you with a beautifully refurbished three-bedroom house, on a two-year contract, in August 2022. After 14-months, you decided that you wanted to move to Milton Keynes with your family. Despite being on a two-year agreement, the landlord reluctantly and quite reasonably agreed to an early release for a small payment to cover his costs to find a new tenant. Your complaint against my company is not right as we do not manage the property, or deal with decisions made by the landlord. Any complaint you may have should be directed to the landlord who’s details you hold. I would recommend that you remove this review as it is without substance and has a derogatory implication on my company.

1.00 /5

No response at all I saw a property from this agency, when I went inside the agency and I asked them to book a viewing for a property , they said give me your details we will call you back but nothing happened.

Reply from agent

Dear BBB 777, We deeply regret the oversight and sincerely apologize for not getting back to you as promised. Your experience is not indicative of our usual standards. Please grant us the opportunity to rectify this by contacting us directly at [contact information], so we can arrange your viewing promptly. We value your interest and look forward to assisting you with the utmost priority. Warm regards, Martin and Co Bournemouth team.

1.00 /5

No response at all I saw a property from this agency, when I went inside the agency and I asked them to book a viewing for a property , they said give me your details we will call you back but nothing happened.

1.00 /5

No response at all I saw a property from this agency, when I went inside the agency and I asked them to book a viewing for a property , they said give me your details we will call you back but nothing happened.

1.00 /5
Reply from agent

We at take all customer experiences and feedback seriously. We value our customers and strive to maintain high standards. Please reach out and contact us so that we can help resolve any issue you may have experienced in using our services. Kind regards, Martin and Co Bournemouth team.

1.00 /5

I’d rather be homeless than use martin & Co again. Phillip is a fraud and tried to scam me out of thousands of pounds until I showed proof and dates of statements and they gave me my money back. If you don’t believe me do a simple google search of the name “Phillip Skorochod” and your see all the proof you need this man has been in the news multiple times for scamming and being a scumbag. Do not use this horrible company. If you hear the name, Phillip run as far as you can.

Reply from agent

Dear L, please reveal yourself? We at Martin and Co are proud of our relationship with our tenants. Your accusations are incorrect. Rest assure we endeavour to finding which property you are complaining about to be able to resolve your issues. Feel free to call our offices. Kind regards, Martin and Co Bournemouth.

Contact details
Sales Phone:

01202 559922

Lettings Phone:

01202 559922

Lettings Email:

bournemouth@martinco.com

Opening hours
Monday-Friday: 09:00 - 17:00 Saturday: 09:00 - 13:00
Address

192 Seabourne Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH5 2JB, South West, UK, BH5

We're proud of our reputation for delivering an exceptional service to buyers, sellers, landlords and investors alike in Bournemouth and the surrounding areas. Managing Directors of the Bournemouth branch are Philip and Monica Skorochod. Veterans of the property industry they have built property businesses from the ground-up both in the UK and overseas. They built up a sizeable business by selling investment properties, holiday homes and then providing a first-class rental service to their clients. They like to provide a turnkey product for clients and satisfy both local and international demands. They use the internet to provide news and information and to turn enquires into sales. With over seven miles of golden sandy beaches, Bournemouth is a popular seaside town with a variety of attractions and property types available for sale or rent. If you're looking to buy, sell or rent a property within Bournemouth or the nearby areas, a dedicated account manager at Martin & Co will guide you through the whole process from start to finish. Our team is always on hand to find the best solution to suit your individual property needs, so please do get in touch.

Our team

Philip Skorochod

Philip Skorochod

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