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Novus Residential

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1.00 /5

We came across Novus as a result of finding a property to rent as a result of work movements. This was clear at the early stage where the agent Scott was told that the purpose of moving was due to work. At the initial stage there was a lot of pressure applied to put down a deposit, being hounded with potential other viewings and that the property would not be on the market. Due to work locations being moved unexpectedly, we queried whether we could break the contract and pay whatever was remaining. Surprise to myself was that there was first no process in place, and the agents were rude over the phone offering no help. After some time, I was returned with an answer that it would cost best half of £700 to break the clause, and this would be with VAT. Not only was I disappointed with the attitude, but the way this business claws back their costs through their clients was rather upsetting. On trying to work with them and agreeing to the fee, we were then put on the spot to pay the money upfront, even before having carried out any sort of work. Th thuggery and brutal approach to customer service was the worst I had experienced. We were confused, lost and out of pocket, and it was a never ending nightmare dealing with Alex and Scott. After a dreadful wait, a week later we were out of the property. My advise would be please avoid this business. From what I understand there are two people running a rather unorganised and money grabbing business. Save yourself the hardship and look to someone more professional for your property needs.

Reply from agent

I’m afraid this review isn’t accurate or fair. These tenants were 2 months into a 12 month contract with no break clause when they approached us asking if they could be released from the contract. The initial answer to that was no as there was no break clause as they had agreed and signed a legally binding 12 month contract. But I said I would speak to the landlord and see if he would be agreeable to release them once a suitable replacement had been found. After a few conversations with the landlord (and tenant) he agreed for us to re market the property and for us to try and find a suitable replacement if the tenant met the costs to do this (which they agreed to). I've read back all the emails we had on the matter and there isn't one that could be deemed to be rude and when they first raised the question we had several emails the same day so it was dealt with in a very timely fashion. The property was back on the market within a week from the tenants first email and they were released from their contract exactly 5 weeks after first raising the question. To say we look to claw back money from our customers is just not true. The amount we agreed included third party costs like a check out inventory, check in inventory and reference costs for new tenants. I would genuinely much prefer tenants to stay for the duration of their contract from a business point of view. We effectively had to do the whole job again 2 months after having already gone through the process of marketing the property and sourcing a tenant for a reduced fee. I would advise any tenant who isn't 100% sure of their work / life plans to request a break clause in their contract.

Contact details
Sales Phone:

0208 350 8936

Lettings Phone:

0208 350 8936

Opening hours

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Address

The Green, Winchmore Hill, N21 1HS, N21

Established in 2013, we are an independent, multi-award winning Estate Agency, specialising in Sales, Lettings and Block Management services to North London and Hertfordshire. Our small team of professionals, each highly experienced in their field, recognise the importance of building a 1:1 business relationship with our Clients and it is this that sets us apart from the competition. When you place your property with us, whether for Sales or Lettings, rest assured it will be marketed on par with the very best agents in the market. It will be featured, not only through our website and social channels, but also through the four industry leading property portals. Furthermore, we select exceptional photographers, use high quality floor plans and create property descriptions that truly extoll the attributes of your property and the local area. We then continue with experienced Sales or Lettings progression: qualifying applicants, accompanied viewings and professional feedback and advice, until the successful sale or let of your property. Our in-house Lettings team offer a Managed, Let Only or Rent Collection service for the rental of your property, tailored to your own individual needs.

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