AI Issue 8 2017

Acquisition International - August 2017 73 P2M Group consists of a team of qualified professionals, with decades of experience in the property industry. As winner of the Best for Property Investment Management – UK award, we invited director, Dina Bhudia to profile the firm’s work in selling, letting and buying. sing their extensive network and innovative marketing technologies, P2M Group can bring sellers and landlords together, with buyers and tenants respectively. The firm’s director, Dina Bhudia begins this interview by telling us about the firm’s property connections abroad and the role of the modern estate agency today. “P2M Group has a very strong international property connection in select overseas destinations and we are constantly striving to source both viable and worthwhile investment opportunities for our client base. “We have a network of partners throughout Europe, Spain, Cyprus, France, Italy as well as excellent representation in India, Brazil and the United States. Here in the United Kingdom, we specialise in quality properties in sought-after residential areas suitable for professional individuals, couples, group sharing and families alike. “P2M Group recognises that estate agency has become woefully outdated; inefficient use of the internet and other marketing technologies, coupled with poor levels of service has left the industry unable to provide the high standards that people both expect and demand today.” P2M Group’s name and reputation is only as good as their people, Dina underlines, something that the firm never forgets. She goes on to develop this point and explains how the firm takes selling a home very seriously indeed. “It is our ability to listen to people’s needs that enables us to provide the right answers. By building a relationship with each customer, we develop a clear understanding of their requirements and maintain a position of trust, both of which are essential when entering a sale. “P2M Group takes selling your home very seriously, our aim is to put your property in front of as many people as we possibly can and as quickly as possible, very often the same day as instructed. As such, do not be surprised if you receive calls from us requesting a viewing that very same day, due to our state-of-the-art property software system. “We use the latest in marketing technology to present your property details to the people that count, via email updates, SMS text messaging, newspaper advertising plus and our fabulous state- of-the-art website. Company: P2M Group Name: Dina Bhudia Email: [email protected] Web: www.p2m-group.com Address: Amba House 15 College Road, Harrow Middlesex, HA1 1BA UK Phone: +44 (0)208 427 5392 The Role of the Modern Estate Agency U FN160044 The Role of the Modern Estate Agency “Property selling can run smoothly and be a very satisfying experience, especially when you have confidence in your agent. Over time, the estate agency industry has attracted rather a poor name, and rightfully so in our opinion. “Some of the better-known agents having been in the limelight for the wrong reasons and really have not helped create confidence. However, we know where the firm is going and understand that honesty and transparency is what is required to reach our goals, words not often associated with an agency anymore.” Dina then underlines the firm’s philosophy when it comes to letting. “On letting, we believe that the relationship between landlord and tenant can sometimes be a little bumpy and as such, the need for a professional agent is paramount in closing any divide to allow for a smooth and enjoyable property experience for all parties concerned. So, whether you are a landlord or tenant, you are best advised to conclude your property transaction via a reputable agent. “Tenancy law is now far better regulated than ever before - with fairness being applied to all parties. Tenants’ deposits are now held within a tenant’s deposit scheme and are returned at the end of the tenancy subject to all outstanding bills being paid and the property being returned in the same manner it was taken. “The lettings market today has grown immensely, due to the increasing buy-to let-market and with so much new build added to the marketplace the level of quality has risen greatly.” In closing, Dina imparts her thoughts on buying and how the firm can assist in this regard. “On buying, searching for your next home can consume a lot of time and energy. We help to make the home search and buying experience more constructive and enjoyable, by offering clear guidance and as much visual and other information as possible on all properties held on our database. “P2M Group also commits to ensuring all viewings we arrange are accompanied by one of our professional consultants. These factors help ensure viewings are a positive experience for buyers and vendors, and substantially reduce a lot of time waste.”