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McCartney Sales & Lettings have been established since 1992 and are regarded as one of Chelmsford's leading independent property specialists in both property sales and lettings, with two prominent local offices.

Celebrating 30 years of trading as of 2022, McCartney Sales & Lettings have helped and guided thousands of clients through this process and many have repeated the process several times with us.

We believe our success is down to hard work and one hundred percent commitment of the team. Our service has been recognised by The British Property Awards, with us being awarded Gold Winner Estate Agent in Chelmsford for 2018 & 2019. The British Property Awards are one of the most prestigious and recognised accreditations within the industry.

We are proud Guild Members.

As Members of The Guild of Property Professionals, we are selected to represent the UK's largest network of independent estate agents in our given area(s). We can secure you a better result.

The Guild is a network of almost 800 independent high street sales and letting agents who have all signed a Code of Conduct, and are committed to shared core values of knowledge, integrity, and results.

How does our Guild membership benefit you?

The scope of the network means we can deliver the widest possible exposure for your property. With an inter-office referral system, local and regional magazines distributed across the network every six weeks, a listing on www.guildproperty.co.uk, and 24/7 presence on interactive touch screens in London on Park Lane, you can be sure that we are working hard to guarantee your property is presented to the broadest possible audience.

Our team has been together for many years and benefit from decades of property experience and extensive local knowledge which is invaluable when buying, selling, or letting a property.

At McCartney Sales & Lettings, we offer all the traditional values you would expect from a well-established Estate Agency, whilst harnessing the latest innovations and technology to offer you the very best service. We believe the successful marketing of your home should not be left to chance, this is why we have developed a highly effective, proactive, and efficient service, tailor-made to our client's needs.

We only employ highly experienced property experts to ensure you receive an efficient and hassle-free sale at the best possible price.

We look forward to working with you.

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Your property is undoubtedly one of your largest and most valuable assets. It is therefore essential that you believe and trust in the company that you instruct to manage your property.

McCartney Lettings is an independently owned company that has been trading for 30 years as of 2022.

As a local and well-established company, we firmly believe that service is the foundation of any successful business. Our aim is to provide our Landlords with an excellent service that will give peace of mind and a trouble-free tenancy.

We pride ourselves on our professionalism and experience. Our staff regularly attend training courses to keep informed of changes in the law and procedures that occur in the ever-changing world of the rental market. We also subscribe to Letting Industry publications to help us keep abreast of developments and changes. Our flexibility allows us to adapt quickly and offer tailor made solutions.

Our staff have excellent communication skills, are friendly and proactive with regard to maintenance issues. We are also skilled in the negotiation of maintenance problems and deposit disputes.

All properties are marketed within one day of the appointment, with full internet coverage and local property paper marketing.

We cover Chelmsford and immediate surrounding areas. We are members of the Property Ombudsman and we use the Deposit Protection Scheme "My Deposits" for the registration of tenant deposits. We have client money protection insurance, so if anything were to happen to the company, your money is insured.

The majority of our business comes from repeat business, recommendations, and referrals.
We are truly different...

Your property is undoubtedly one of your largest and most valuable assets. It is therefore essential that you believe and trust in the company that you instruct to manage your property.

We pride ourselves on our professionalism, experience, and independence. Our flexibility allows us to adapt quickly and offer tailor-made solutions.

We are committed to you, always striving to give you the best possible service at reasonable rates. Unlike some letting agents we do not make an arbitrage on any maintenance bills, nor do we have any 'hidden' costs in our contract with you.

We subscribe to the major web portals to ensure that your property has the maximum exposure over the internet, as well as using local paper advertising and our highly distinctive letting boards.

We offer an Introduction Only Service or Fully Managed services with free valuations.

We can offer free rent warranty policies for all "Platinum Service" managed properties that cover loss of rent, legal fees for eviction, and rent for up to two months when vacant possession is obtained. This is a rare occurrence but should always be considered when renting your property.

For managed properties, we always obtain meter readings and advise service providers when properties are tenanted. Some agents ask the tenants to do this for you, but if it is not, you could be liable for the bills!

We insist on 5 weeks rent as a deposit, this leaves some money back for any damages if the tenants withhold their last month's rent. Again, this is a rare occurrence, but as a professional company, we are always looking to cover any situation or eventuality. The deposit is held by "My Deposits", an independent government scheme.

It is essential that a comprehensive and accurate inventory is drafted as this is used when checking for damage and dilapidations at the end of the tenancy. It will also be used for any disputes that go to mediation or Court. This service is included with fully managed properties.

Rental payments are sent by BACS for speedy payment.

We have a dedicated maintenance team. All our contractors have been used for several years, are reliable and friendly.

Your property is inspected quarterly to ensure the tenants are looking after it and we send your reports, confirming the inspection has taken place and the condition of the property. Were something untoward to be noted, we would immediately contact you to advise of the circumstance and discuss any appropriate actions that you should take.

We have two offices in Chelmsford so you can have twice the exposure, increasing your chances to let your property.

McCartney has been successfully letting and managing Property in Chelmsford since 1992 and has a wealth of experience in this field. We offer a let only and a full management service.

Fees
Let only Service
CHARGES: A fee equivalent to the first month's rental plus VAT

Letting & Management Service
CHARGES: A fee equivalent to 85 Percent of the first month's rental plus 10 Percent of each month's rent.

Platinum Service
This includes all the above in the Letting & Management Service together with free Landlord's Rent & Legal Protection Warranties for 12 months.
CHARGES: A fee equivalent to the first month's rent plus 15 Percent of each month's rent.
Marketing your Property
We will be happy to provide you with a free market appraisal either call us on 01245 266980 and one of our team will be happy to make an appointment for a senior member of staff to visit at a time convenient to you.

Upon instruction, we will prepare property particulars and marketing photographs. Following this, we contact our database of potential tenants via phone, email, SMS text, and post to generate enquiries as soon as possible. We use a variety of advertising media; Property Websites, Email, Telephone and Text, Twitter, Facebook, 'TO LET' boards - as well as our stunning office displays which attract many walk-in visitors.

Your property will be advertised on our website, as well as the country's leading property portals such as www.rightmove.co.uk, www.zoopla.co.uk, www.onthemarket.com to name but a few.

The Right Tenant

At McCartney, we understand the secret to a successful letting is sourcing the right tenant.

All our prospective tenants are comprehensively vetted to ensure a hassle-free successful letting.
Management Service
Our full Management service is available to all Landlords, this includes a free inventory and means we will; Collect the rent and provide a monthly statement, be the 1st point of contact for any maintenance issues and organising repairs via our list of trusted tradesmen, carry out regular inspections to ensure the property is being looked after and report to you.

We look forward to working with you

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We are here to help you.

We are an independent local company, established for 30 years as of 2022. A friendly firm that you can trust in and here's why:

We are also a member of The Property Ombudsman Scheme (TPOS), which is a redress scheme. We have Client Money Protection (CMP) insurance so you know that if anything were to happen to the company, your money is safe.

We use Tenancy Deposit Solutions Ltd (My Deposits) and Deposit Protection Service (DPS) to safeguard your deposit. These are independent Government-backed deposit protection schemes.

Letting and Property Management-Tenants
Please feel free to browse all properties and register for property updates. If you cannot find exactly what you are looking for please call us on 01245 266980.

Once registered we will keep you fully informed of all new instructions via phone, text, email, and post.
Viewing
If you see a property which you wish to view please contact one of our team who will be happy to arrange a viewing at a time convenient to you.
Securing your new home

Once you have seen a property you wish to secure, contact a member of our friendly team and we will ask you to complete an application form and provide us with supporting documents. A holding deposit will be required. The holding deposit is required for letting through our company and is calculated at 1 week's rent of the overall monthly rental figure. The holding deposit is then put towards your full deposit of 5 weeks. On receipt of this, we will undertake the following

Obtaining references and credit checks on each applicant and process a Right To Rent check. All persons aged 18 or over who will be residing at the property must be named on the Tenancy Agreement and will be subject to referencing and must therefore complete an application form.

Once we have received confirmation of your reference report from our referencing agency, the Landlord will be contacted for their approval. Once confirmed that the Landlord has accepted your application; we will contact you to arrange a tenancy commencement date.

Prior to the day of tenancy commencement, the Tenant will be required to pay the following monies:

One calendar month's rent in advance.

Four weeks deposit which the holding deposit will be added, making a total of 5 weeks deposit. This will be held either by the Landlord or the Landlord's Agent throughout the duration of your tenancy.

Prior to the commencement of the tenancy, all monies must be cleared through our bank; payment should be via Bank Transfer/Online Payment.

On the day of tenancy commencement, you will be required to attend at our office to sign the tenancy agreement (AST) and other documentation in relation to the tenancy.
Congratulations - You have a new home

Relevant letting fees and tenant protection information
As well as paying the rent, you may also be required to make the following permitted payments.
Permitted payments
Before the tenancy starts payable to McCartney Property Services Ltd 'the Agent'

Holding Deposit: 1 week's rent

Deposit: 5 weeks' rent in total including the holding deposit

Rent: 1 months rent

During the tenancy (payable to the Agent)

For English properties:

Payment of £50.00 if you want to change the tenancy agreement(adding/removing tenants)

Payment of interest for the late payment of rent at a rate of 3.75%

Payment of £25.00 or the reasonably incurred costs for the loss of keys/security devices.

Payment of any unpaid rent or other reasonable costs associated with your early termination of the tenancy.

During the tenancy (payable to the provider) if permitted and applicable

Utilities - gas, electricity, water

Communications - Telephone and broadband

Installation of cable/satellite

Subscription to cable/satellite supplier

Television licence

Council Tax

Other permitted payments

Any other permitted payments, not included above, under the relevant legislation including contractual damages.

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Meet The Team

Introduction

Shaun - Director

Shaun has been involved in estate agency since 1985, and opened McCartney for business in 1992.

He has assisted thousands of people with their house sales & purchases and gains great satisfaction when clients return to repeat the process with his company. As well as handling the sale of land and new homes, Shaun has a particular interest in character properties.

Celebrating 30 years in Moulsham Street as of 2022, Shaun has seen considerable market changes in this time. He remains proactive in ensuring the latest technology is complemented by his customer care attention to detail.

In his social time Shaun enjoys football, golf, and exploring the Norfolk coast for walks with his wife and spinone dog Mable.

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Nick - Lettings Manager

Starting his lettings career in early 2000, Nick has run his own agency and worked within Essex during this time. Nick has brought his wealth of experience and commitment to our team and takes great pride in providing the very best service to our landlords and tenants. With experience in dealing with individual to multi portfolio clients, nothing is too much trouble for him. Since joining our team in 2013, Nick has transformed our letting team and enabled us to reach record targets year after year. He ensures our landlords get the best return in the right time frame for their investments by conducting rental appraisals, valuations, viewings and oversees the running of the lettings department. Nick is a keen football and boxing fan outside of work and is regularly found in the gym.
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Lisa - Assistant Lettings Manager

Lisa works in our lettings department and is a credit to the team. Lisa works tirelessly to ensure our landlords & tenants receive the highest standard of care. Her attention to detail is second to none . Lisa has excellent IT skills, and has a professional attitude in dealing with all aspects of letting & management. Lisa is a keen skier and enjoys adrenaline sports, having parachuted out of a plane at 12,000 feet for charity.
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Jamie - Sales Negotiator

Jamie has joined McCartney Sales & Lettings to kick start his career within the property industry. He has experience in sales and customer service, and we are proud to have him onboard. Jamie will be out in the Old Moulsham area, showing potential buyers around our beautiful collection of properties. He grew up on Mildmay Road, and has extensive knowledge of the location. Outside of work, Jamie enjoys keeping fit and spending time with the family.
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Jacob- Property Lettings Manager

Jacob brings a high level of enthusiasm and a strong commitment to providing professional advice as a valued member of our team. He plays a crucial role in assisting clients, ensuring they receive the assistance they need contributing to the smooth operation of the team. Prior to joining McCartney, Jacob gained valuable experience working for an Essex based agency, which has equipped him with exceptional interpersonal skills and a deep understanding of client needs. Outside of work, Jacob likes to go to the gym and spending time with family and friends.
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Aston - Sales Manager

Aston has been highly successful in the property sector, starting his career in 2007 as an office junior, working in Chelmsford and the surrounding towns and villages. His local knowledge and experience help to make every step in the buying and selling process easier for his clients and his customer service is first class. In his spare time, Aston is passionate and very much involved in motor racing, F1 and restoring classic cars and enjoys spending time with his wife Samantha, his son Colby and Kingsley the miniature-dachshund.
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Anita - Property Lettings Consultant

Previously having run Kiln & Lodge Lettings when it was announced that the company was merging with McCartney Sales & Lettings in 2023, Anita was excited to continue and bring with her a wealth of knowledge and experience. Now working with a larger team she remains committed and takes pride in helping landlords and tenants with all their letting requirements. She is a member of Propertymark, the leading membership body for property agents helping keep abreast of compliance changes and professional knowledge.
Out of work Anita is a keen golfer and plays at Chelmsford Golf Club

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We go the extra mile...

Introduction

Time and again people say that estate agents over promise and under deliver. Here at McCartney Sales & Lettings, we pride ourselves in giving the very best service to our clients; the kind of service we would want to receive ourselves. We take pleasure in sharing some of the opinions of our customers with you

Testimonials from Landlords

Landlord Testimonial

professionalism of the highest standard

A massive thank you to all at McCartney. Having now let my 5 properties for me, I am delighted with your services. I have used other agents in the past and been disappointed with their very impersonal service. From day one you have provided me with the service and professionalism of the highest standard. Hopefully should have further properties to forward your way in the near future.Thank you once again

Katie
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A professional and friendly service

The whole team, especially Nick and Lisa, were excellent at keeping us updated and getting back to us to answer queries quickly.A professional and friendly service. Highly recommend.

Maureen G
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McCartney were brilliant from start to finish

McCartney were brilliant from start to finish. Communication was excellent, quality of service was second-to-none and they have an experienced team who are able to support you throughout the entire journey. We felt like their priority customer from the word go and that's a feeling that's really hard to find anywhere.Massive thank you to Nick, Lisa and Adrian.

N Lake
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invaluable advice

Fantastic and professional. Massive thank you to Nick for giving me invaluable advice and successfully renting out my flat. Great advice, very responsive, and was even more helpful as I was not living in Chelmsford so needed even more assistance. I would highly recommend McCartney.

S Hall
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Listened to our requirements and delivered.

Efficient and friendly service. Listened to our requirements and delivered.

Lou G

Testimonials from Tenants

Tenant Testimonial

Fantastic service from start to finish.

Fantastic service from start to finish, as a tenant they made me feel well cared for.Would like to pay a particular thank you to Lisa who was amazing in keeping me reassured throughout the whole moving in process and was a delight throughout.

Paul
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Excellent service

Excellent service.

MBL
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Fantastic service and company

Fantastic service and company

Robert
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very professional

Found the staff to be very professional and we experienced great service around

Jason B
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Definitely recommend.

Service has been first class

Definitely recommend McCartney for lettings, the service has been first class from all the team

Eric
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Personal service.

Best I have dealt with

We have rented three properties through McCartney and have had excellent, personal service each time. Every time we have had to move because our landlord has sold the property they've helped us find something new quickly and easily. They use the latest technology for reporting maintenance issues, inventories and referencing, which makes things easy as a tenant. Communication has always been friendly and consistent. As a long time renter McCartney is the best I have dealt with.

Abigail O
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True professionals.

Wholeheartedly recommend

I had a very pleasant experience with this agency, they are true professionals that helped me a lot when no other agency did. It is difficult for newcomers to find accommodation and they have been really supportive all the way. I am forever grateful for this opportunity. Wholeheartedly recommend it!

Daniel C
Tenant Testimonial

service provided to me and has been excellent

Massive thank you to all the team. From start to finish the service provided to me and has been excellent. You made the whole moving process easy and have found all the team to be friendly and professional. I am a very happy tenant

Barish B
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Really good service

Really good service! Honest people, helpful and polite, did everything for us to move asap! Thanks very much to Lisa!

Demitris
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Big thanks to the team for helping us

I would highly recommend the McCartneys letting team. Lisa, Adrian and the team always go above and beyond to help and have made our most recent move as stress free as possible. They're always very quick to respond and clear up any queries in a friendly and helpful manner. Can't recommend enough! Big thanks to the team for helping us with our new home!

H Bunting
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Very helpful

Very helpful team why respond quickly whenever called upon.

J Matta
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experience was a very smooth process throughout.

I have dealt with Adrian in the lettings team from start to finish. He was very friendly, quick at replying to my questions and queries over email and my experience was a very smooth process throughout. The viewing I had to the collection of the keys took just under 2 weeks. Thank you!! :)

L Walsh
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Staff very friendly and efficient

Staff very friendly and efficient were able to help with every aspect of letting the property and moving

K Devlin
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I highly recommend McCartney

I highly recommend McCartney team. I have been able to arrange a date for viewing the flat in a short time. Jacob was helpful and informative duration the application process.

N Gurcem
Tenant Testimonial

impressed with the first impression

My landlord only recently went over to McCartney's and tbh I questioned his judgement. But I am happy to admit my fears were unjustified. I have had my first meeting with Jacob last week and found him incredibly helpful. He has already actioned issues which have been ongoing with my previous agent. I was impressed with his promptness appearance and professionalism. I know it's only early days but I am impressed with the first impression they have made.

J Morgan
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Amazing experience

Amazing experience from start to finish. So helpful and respond to everything quickly and efficiently. We cannot fault our experience, would not use any other again now.

S Swain

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McCartney Estate Agents, Chelmsford

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About Us

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McCartney Sales & Lettings have been established since 1992 and are regarded as one of Chelmsford's leading independent property specialists in both property sales and lettings, with two prominent local offices.

Celebrating 30 years of trading as of 2022, McCartney Sales & Lettings have helped and guided thousands of clients through this process and many have repeated the process several times with us.

We believe our success is down to hard work and one hundred percent commitment of the team. Our service has been recognised by The British Property Awards, with us being awarded Gold Winner Estate Agent in Chelmsford for 2018 & 2019. The British Property Awards are one of the most prestigious and recognised accreditations within the industry.

We are proud Guild Members.

As Members of The Guild of Property Professionals, we are selected to represent the UK's largest network of independent estate agents in our given area(s). We can secure you a better result.

The Guild is a network of almost 800 independent high street sales and letting agents who have all signed a Code of Conduct, and are committed to shared core values of knowledge, integrity, and results.

How does our Guild membership benefit you?

The scope of the network means we can deliver the widest possible exposure for your property. With an inter-office referral system, local and regional magazines distributed across the network every six weeks, a listing on www.guildproperty.co.uk, and 24/7 presence on interactive touch screens in London on Park Lane, you can be sure that we are working hard to guarantee your property is presented to the broadest possible audience.

Our team has been together for many years and benefit from decades of property experience and extensive local knowledge which is invaluable when buying, selling, or letting a property.

At McCartney Sales & Lettings we offer all the traditional values you would expect from a well-established Estate Agency, whilst harnessing the latest innovations and technology to offer you the very best service. We believe the successful marketing of your home should not be left to chance, this is why we have developed a highly effective, proactive, and efficient service, tailor-made to our client's needs.

We only employ highly experienced property experts to ensure you receive an efficient and hassle-free sale at the best possible price.

We look forward to working with you.

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We have over 30 years of experience in successfully selling all types of property throughout Chelmsford and the surrounding villages. Our aim is to achieve the best possible price at a timescale that suits you.

For a free, no-obligation valuation simply click here to request a call from one of our team for an appointment.
Marketing your Property
McCartney strive to get your property seen by the widest possible audience. All our properties are presented to the highest standard in full colour brochures complete with floorplans, newspapers, magazines, and prominent window displays. They will also be shown on our own innovative website www.mccartneyestateagents.co.uk alongside the countries leading property websites such as Rightmove, Zoopla, OnTheMarket, and Boomin to name but a few.

Upon instruction, we will prepare full colour sales particulars for your approval and once you are happy the property will be listed. Our bespoke property computer system matches your property to all potential buyers on our database and automatically emails and sends SMS text sales particulars directly to them to generate as much interest as possible.

Valuation
A senior member of our team will visit you at a time convenient to provide you an honest and realistic achievable sale price based upon the latest data available from the land registry and of course our extensive market knowledge.
Sales progression
At McCartney we believe our job is not finished until completion which is why we will regularly contact all parties including mortgage lenders, surveyors, and solicitors to ensure the smooth running of the sale.

We offer accompanied viewings and innovative marketing strategies, such as open house events and low-key marketing.

Following each viewing, we aim to give you the best possible service including constructive, honest feedback from our prospective buyers.

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Whether you are searching for your perfect home or an investment opportunity we are here to help.

Please feel free to search our property register, if however, you can't see exactly what you're looking for please call us on 01245 266980.

Once registered we will keep you fully informed of all new instructions via phone, text, email, and post.
Viewing
If you see a property we are marketing and wish to view please contact one of our team who will be happy to arrange an appointment convenient to you.
Making an Offer
Great. You've seen your dream property you wish to purchase so contact one of our experienced sales team who will give honest and reliable advice. Your offer will be put forward to the seller for consideration.
Sales Progression
At McCartney, we believe our job is not finished until completion which is why we will regularly contact all parties including mortgage lenders, surveyors, and solicitors to ensure the smooth running of the sale.
Completion
Congratulations - you have a new home. Once completion has been confirmed, you will be welcome to collect the keys to your new home from our office.

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CHOOSING THE RIGHT AGENT

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How do you choose the agent to sell or let your home?

My name is Shaun Candler and I am the Director of McCartney Sales & Lettings. My advice would be, look for the agent that will be able to achieve the best possible price, and provide you with the best service from start to finish of the sales transaction.

To get the maximum coverage there are important factors.
Property Portals
As well as having important web coverage i.e. Rightmove, Zoopla, OnTheMarket, Boomin etc, from my 30 years experience in the property market we find a lot of our buyers are clients that we have valued their property in the past but haven't placed their property on the market. These clients are very important and having access to these extra clients will undoubtedly spark more interest, therefore, helping achieve the best possible price. With demand so strong at the moment for property, their own property would I believe also sell very quickly.
Open House
Open house events work well as this helps to create a lot of interest on one day and competition between viewers to put forward their best offer.
Going That Extra Mile
Having confidently marketed the property and agreed on a selling price, you would want an agent that is going to go that extra mile for you. Too many agents at this point say well it's over to the solicitors now... our job is done!
Everybody Working Together
My advice would be to choose an agent that will work with the solicitors, surveyors, mortgage lenders, builders etc from the beginning to the completion of the sale. Too many sales fall through as sellers haven't got an agent on hand working to make sure everybody works together, ensuring the sale completes.
Best Service, Best Price
Any estate agent can advertise your property on the internet for a knock-down fee paid upfront or a low commission percentage. But, if you're not getting that all-important service or the best possible price and seeing the sale through to completion, you're not only losing thousands by not having the local extra buyers, you also run the risk of the sale collapsing due to not having an agent to see the sale through.
30 Years of Trading

Celebrating 30 years of trading as of 2022, McCartney Sales & Lettings have helped and guided thousands of clients through this process and many have repeated the process several times with us. This just confirms our excellent work ethos, customer service and dedication to each client when it comes to assisting with the sale and let of properties in Essex..
Local and Independent
Having built up a local independent estate agency and letting offices, we have helped and advised many property investors and landlords, from single buy to lets, to large company property portfolios.
Managing Hundreds of Properties
Managing hundreds of properties and having trusted local tradespeople on hand, we are confident that we have an important edge over competitors. Keeping the cost of upkeep on your investment to a minimum, we will only ever charge you what our tradesmen quote. You will get regular inspections with feedback, monthly or yearly statements, and your rent paid on time. With many tenants already letting through us, we already have knowledge of their suitability.
Recommended
Having been recommended by sellers and landlords for 30 years of trading, I am sure you will agree the place to sell or let your property is McCartney. For free advice on any property matter, feel free to call in for a coffee and a chat with Shaun and his friendly team.

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Meet the Team

Introduction

Shaun - Director

Shaun has been involved in estate agency since 1985, and opened McCartney for business in 1992.

He has assisted thousands of people with their house sales & purchases and gains great satisfaction when clients return to repeat the process with his company. As well as handling the sale of land and new homes, Shaun has a particular interest in character properties.

Celebrating 30 years in Moulsham Street as of 2022, Shaun has seen considerable market changes in this time. He remains proactive in ensuring the latest technology is complemented by his customer care attention to detail.

In his social time Shaun enjoys football, golf, and exploring the Norfolk coast for walks with his wife and spinone dog Mable.

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Nick - Lettings Manager

Starting his lettings career in early 2000, Nick has run his own agency and worked within Essex during this time. Nick has brought his wealth of experience and commitment to our team and takes great pride in providing the very best service to our landlords and tenants. With experience in dealing with individual to multi-portfolio clients, nothing is too much trouble for him. Since joining our team in 2013, Nick has transformed our letting team and enabled us to reach record targets year after year. He ensures our landlords get the best return in the right time frame for their investments by conducting rental appraisals, valuations, viewings and oversees the running of the lettings department. Nick is a keen football and boxing fan outside of work and is regularly found in the gym.
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Lisa - Assistant Lettings Manager

Lisa works in our lettings department and is a credit to the team. Lisa works tirelessly to ensure our landlords & tenants receive the highest standard of care. Her attention to detail is second to none . Lisa has excellent IT skills, and has a professional attitude in dealing with all aspects of letting & management. Lisa is a keen skier and enjoys adrenaline sports, having parachuted out of a plane at 12,000 feet for charity.
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Jamie - Sales Negotiator

Jamie has joined McCartney Sales & Lettings to kick start his career within the property industry. He has experience in sales and customer service, and we are proud to have him onboard. Jamie will be out in the Old Moulsham area, showing potential buyers around our beautiful collection of properties. He grew up on Mildmay Road, and has extensive knowledge of the location. Outside of work, Jamie enjoys keeping fit and spending time with the family.
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Jacob - Property Manager

Jacob brings a high level of enthusiasm and a strong commitment to providing professional advice as a valued member of our team. He plays a crucial role in assisting clients, ensuring they receive the assistance they need contributing to the smooth operation of the team. Prior to joining McCartney, Jacob gained valuable experience working for an Essex based agency, which has equipped him with exceptional interpersonal skills and a deep understanding of client needs. Outside of work, Jacob likes to go to the gym and spending time with family and friends.
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Aston - Sales Manager

Aston has been highly successful in the property sector, starting his career in 2007 as an office junior, working in Chelmsford and the surrounding towns and villages. His local knowledge and experience help to make every step in the buying and selling process easier for his clients and his customer service is first class. In his spare time, Aston is passionate and very much involved in motor racing, F1 and restoring classic cars and enjoys spending time with his wife Samantha, his son Colby and Kingsley the miniature-dachshund.
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Anita - Property Consultant

Previously having run Kiln & Lodge Lettings when it was announced that the company was merging with McCartney Sales & Lettings in 2023, Anita was excited to continue and bring with her a wealth of knowledge and experience. Now working with a larger team she remains committed and takes pride in helping landlords and tenants with all their letting requirements. She is a member of Propertymark, the leading membership body for property agents helping keep abreast of compliance changes and professional knowledge. Out of work Anita is a keen golfer and plays at Chelmsford Golf Club

User Guide

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We go the extra mile...

Introduction

Time and again people say that estate agents over promise and under deliver. Here at McCartney Sales & Lettings, we pride ourselves in giving the very best service to our clients; the kind of service we would want to receive ourselves. We take pleasure in sharing some of the opinions of our customers with you

Testimonials from Sellers

Seller Testimonial

the go to estate agents for Chelmsford

Selling a flat is not an easy task these days with some lenders, wrongly, declining mortgages without safety certificates but Matthew was brilliant from day one through to sale, regular updates and courtesy calls with support when needed. McCartney must be the go to estate agents for Chelmsford and surrounding areas. Not even close to thinking about moving again but if I do I'll call Matt.

Gary K
Seller Testimonial

pleasure to deal with

McCartneys were amazing

We started off trying to sell our house with a different agency, but weren't getting the viewings. We came into contact with McCartneys through a property we were viewing and were so impressed with them, that we signed up for them to sell ours.We immediately noticed the difference and started getting viewings booked in, McCartneys were super responsive and a pleasure to deal with throughout the process of trying to find a prospective buyer.We quickly found a buyer and then moved onto working through completing the deal, again McCartneys were amazing, helping to make things go through quickly - contact and communication was managed brilliantly, making the sale go through effortlessly.Big thanks to Shaun and Matt and all others who helped, brilliant estate agents, who care about professionalism, customer satisfaction and always going above and beyond.We would without question recommend to others in the area looking to buy or sell their house.

Ross and Claire
Seller Testimonial

very professional

highly recommend

Just would like to share my experience with dealing with McCartney's, I found Matt and the rest of the team to be very professional yet friendly people to deal with, the sale of our property was very quick and efficient and once the sale had been agreed they kept us updated all the way through, very professional, highly recommend

Neil H
Seller Testimonial

The McCartney team have been invaluable to me

The McCartney team have been invaluable to me in there service and assistance all the way through the process of selling a property. From initial meeting and throughout the process no question to small and no query a problem. Availability and replies always prompt and follow up on any queries timely. I would highly recommend them and they will be my first call when I need help with property again. Thank you Matt and Shaun

Jonathan H
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recommend this Chelmsford estate agent

Friendly and efficient, sale of my home was effortless, would highly recommend this Chelmsford estate agent to any of my friends within this area.

Charles M
Seller Testimonial

Very efficient and professional

Very efficient and professional. I was kept informed throughout the entire process which made everything much less stressful selling my development.

Justin F
Seller Testimonial

from start to finish totally stress free

We sold and re purchased through Mc Cartney estate agents due to their in-depth local knowledge and their friendly/professional team. They kept me updated regularly and made the whole process from start to finish totally stress free. I will definitely use them again in the future and not hesitate to recommend them.

Ga D
Seller Testimonial

would not hesitate in recommending their services

Having bought our first house through McCartney's estate agents we found them very helpful and efficient throughout the transaction. Open and honest in their views on our house, we would not hesitate in recommending their services.

Paul M
Seller Testimonial

I found you always professional

Thank you particularly to Matt and Arron for helping us get through selling our property. Thank you particularly to Matt and Arron for helping us get through selling our property. I found you always professional and willing to take calls and answer queries in a timely manner. Your persistence on our behalf and friendliness in dealing with us, was much appreciated. From my experience I would highly recommend the McCartney Sales team.
Seller Testimonial

always professional

Thank you particularly to Matt and Arron for helping us get through selling our property. I found you always professional and willing to take calls and answer queries in a timely manner. Your persistence on our behalf and friendliness in dealing with us, was much appreciated. From my experience, I would highly recommend the McCartney Sales team.

A Crossley
Seller Testimonial

amazing level of service

Arron at McCartney's did everything he could to make our move less stressful. He provided an amazing level of service and I would absolutely recommend McCartney's to you based on our experience! :-D Thank you Arron!!

E Riches
Seller Testimonial

really friendly and helpful from start to finish

McCartneys were really friendly and helpful from start to finish. Arron was always very quick to respond on any questions or doubts we had. I would definitely recommend.

T Marriner
Seller Testimonial

100% recommend

I sold my house via McCartney and my experience with them was second to none. Very friendly and professional throughout and the team kept me updated throughout the process. If you are buying or selling then I would 100% recommend Matt and Arron at McCartney.

A Brewer
Seller Testimonial

went out of their way to help

McCartney's team were great. They listened, we're on the ball, went out of their way to help and communicated throughout our whole selling process. I would not hesitate in recommending them and their services.

L Charlesworth
Seller Testimonial

will definitely be using you again!

If your looking to sell your house I cannot recommend Mcartneys enough, particularly Matt. He has sold two houses for me over the past two years. I originally ignored all the bad stuff I've heard and put my first house up for sale with purple bricks (just to save a little bit of money) only to be sold false promises along side a massive lack of communication which was incredibly infuriation. After a while I just bit the bullet and got a proper estate agent in, Mcartneys. Matt arrived for our evaluation and instantly made me feel at ease with his professionalism and confidence. We instructed him and he sold the house pretty quickly with brilliant communication throughout and a real personal service. He gave myself and our buyer his personal mobile number so he could sort out any questions out of hours in his personal time which was above and beyond. A year later he sold another house for me and the same storey, a very painless and smooth sale. The office team were great too and very friendly whenever I spoke to them on the phone. A massive thank you to Matt and the team and will definitely be using you again!

J Ireton
Seller Testimonial

great experience with McCartney

Had a great experience with McCartney. Sold my house for the price I wanted very quickly. Professional, friendly and would highly recommend. Thank you to Matt for all his support. Great job.

P Kane
Seller Testimonial

brilliant to work with

We sold our first home with McCartney's, and we'd sell our next home with them. Arron and Matt were brilliant to work with, they were great communicators, kept the pressure on the full chain to ensure it moved forward efficiently, they took a lot of work of my plate by staying in constant communication with solicitors, buyers and other estate agents. I would highly recommend Arron and team.

O Jones
Seller Testimonial

highly recommend the McCartney team

We highly recommend the McCartney team. Matt was totally efficient. From start to finish he was on the ball acting on our behalf, making sure no one in the chain took their foot off of their peddle. He chased all solicitors and kept us informed at every stage. The level of communication, accessibility and helpfulness from Matt and the team was truly excellent.

M Harding
Seller Testimonial

great job

Just sold my property through McCartney, Matt Robarts did a great job of keep the process moving and me updated.

Carl G
Seller Testimonial

professional, attentive and prompt service

I received a professional, attentive and prompt service in selling my house recently.

A Walls
Seller Testimonial

very professional

When we appointed McCartneys, we told them that we had been very badly let down by an alternative Estate Agency resulting in a great deal of time and money being lost. The sale was therefore beyond urgent.Both Sean and Aston were very understanding of the situation, and were confident and re-assuring that a quick sale could and would be achieved. Indeed, the property was placed on the market on a Wednesday and a buyer found by the Friday!! Absolutely brilliant.We found McCartneys from the outset to be both committed and interested in the sale. They came across very professional, efficient, and knowledgeable. They were always accessible but if not available would return calls promptly. Aston who had conduct of the sale was totally focused and personable and made you feel that your transaction was of the highest priority at all times.I have therefore no hesitation in highly recommending their services. A truly competent Estate Agency. Well done!!

Testimonials from Buyers

Buyer Testimonial

Would recommend McCartney to anyone

We had a great experience buying our first property through McCartney. Matt in particular was very helpful and even offered help and advice after our purchase. Would recommend McCartney to anyone looking for estate agent services in Chelmsford.

Richard H
Buyer Testimonial

amazing job

Thanks for helping us to get our new house. you have done amazing job matt and shaun. :)

Binder B
Buyer Testimonial

thank you

Matt and Shaun we want to thank you for all of your time and effort in helping get us into our new home. You made this whole process much easier than it could have been.Thanks again

Deep B
Buyer Testimonial

great help to us

We have just completed on our house. Matt was a great help to us, always checking in and keeping us updated throughout. Not only that, he is a very nice man too. Recommend his services if you are looking for your next house!

Joe B
Buyer Testimonial

Willing to go the extra mile.

Definitely recommend

Shaun and Matt at McCartney's have been bloody brilliant. Not only are they stand up gentlemen willing to go the extra mile but they have only gone and secured me and my partner with our dream home. We are indebted to them and definitely owe them a plethora of alcoholic beverages when the pubs open. Definitely recommend these guys! :D

James A
Buyer Testimonial

Highly recommended

Massive thank you

Matt and the team were brilliant at finding our new home. During our search we were kept regularly updated with new houses coming on the market and were booked in to view them very quickly. When we found the house we wanted, matt and the team kept in constant communication with us and the seller allowing a smooth and easy transition. Highly recommended and we will certainly use them in the future if we decide to sell! Massive thank you Matt and team!

Charlie B
Buyer Testimonial

guided us through our first purchase

Great communication throughout.Happy to answer any questions we had and guided us through our first purchase.Thanks very much to Shaun, Matt, and Aaron for all your help

A Russell
Buyer Testimonial

We were really happy from start to finish.

I would highly recommend the McCartney sales team. Especially Mat and Aron. They were always responsive to any questions we had. Our case was complicated (probate) with a chain and through help and prompt action of those guys we were able to complete within 4 months!! We were really happy from start to finish. They were professional through out the whole process.

B Salam
Buyer Testimonial

Great communication throughout

Great communication throughout.Happy to answer any questions we had, and guided us through our first purchase.Thanks very much to Shaun, Matt and Aaron for all your help

Amber R
Buyer Testimonial

Highly recommend Matt and McCartney's

Thanks to Matt for helping me buy a house! Great friendly and knowledgeable service. Matt was constantly in touch which helped process run as smoothly as possible. Highly recommend Matt and McCartney's.

A HIll
Buyer Testimonial

always professional

Matt and the team were always professional and happy to help in anyway they could. Would definitely recommend.

B Figg
Buyer Testimonial

Without Matt I don't think I would be in my house

Without Matt I don't think I would be in my new house. He supported me through a painfully long process and always helped keep me upbeat. He was realistic and quick to call out time wasters and knew the Chelmsford market really well.I'd definitely use him again and recommend him to anyone.

A Jackson-Carter
Buyer Testimonial

Excellent service from start to finish

Excellent service from start to finish, Matt helped us enormously with the purchase of our first home.Great communication, both friendly and professional.Would highly recommend !

B White
Buyer Testimonial

Listened to our requirements and delivered

Efficient and friendly service. Listened to our requirements and delivered.

Loulou G
Buyer Testimonial

extremely helpful

Bought our house through them. Matt and his team were extremely helpful and kept us informed throughout the process. Very happy with them, keep up the good work

D Chow
Buyer Testimonial

great from start to finish

Matt and the McCartney team were great from start to finish. We were first-time buyers, and Matt kept us informed throughout the process, and made sure everything went very smoothly. We found Matt and the team to be very proactive, with clear and timely communication whenever needed.

N Macbeth
Buyer Testimonial

thoughtful gesture from a brilliant agent

We recently bought a property through McCartney Sales. Matt, Shaun and the team have all been very efficient, supportive and helpful throughout the process. Their response times were excellent which really helped to make the process smoother for us. They even gave us flowers and a gift box when we moved in, such a thoughtful gesture from a brilliant agent! Would certainly recommend.

A Gibson
Buyer Testimonial

pleasure to deal with

Agents on a property recently purchased. Matt Robarts was a pleasure to deal with and was instrumental in getting the deal done. Great team.

M Catchpole
Buyer Testimonial

went above and beyond

Recently bought a property through McCartney's - Matt and Sean couldn't have been more helpful and efficient throughout the whole process. As a first time buyer, they went above and beyond and helped to make everything happen smoothly. Highly recommend!

R Ryan
Buyer Testimonial

The team were on it from the start

Thank you to Aston, Jamie and the team at McCartney's for helping me purchase my new 'forever' home. The team were on it from the start, great communication, keen to help and available when I wanted a second viewing. Thanks for all your help.

J Ellis
Buyer Testimonial

Great Communication

Thank you to Aston, Jamie and the team at McCartney's for helping me purchase my new 'forever' home. The team were on it from the start, great communication, keen to help and available when I wanted a second viewing. Thanks for all your help.

J Ellis