bacon & co corporate brochure 2013

ESTATE AGENTS LETTINGS VALUERS MORTGAGES

The LOCAL name you can TRUST

Estate and Letting Agents

www.baconandco.co.uk

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Welcome

Bacon & Co

I would like to thank Bacon & Co

and all your staff for the

professional way your agency

handled the sale. I knew exactly

what was happening, almost on a

daily basis. I would not hesitate to

use your agency again and I will

certainly recommend you.

Just a really big ‘thank you’ for all

your hard work in getting us into our

new house…we love it! I never

thought I would hear myself say that

an estate agent was good, but you

were more than that…excellent

communication, always friendly and

caring and almost part of the family!

Many thanks for the faultless help

and kindness extended to me on the

sale of my property. It was a

pleasure to phone the office with

my worries, to always feel

comforted, knowing I was getting

genuine back up.

Thank you so much for your hard

work. You were so persistent and

marketed our property so well! Thank

you too for your kindness and

courtesy. We will certainly

recommend Bacon & Co in the future.

A few words from Mr Bacon...

A few words from our clients...

We are a well established and customer friendly company who have earned a

reputation for high levels of client care, having the desire to always give our best.

Collectively, the four directors have worked for over 135 years in the property

market, so it can truly be said that experience really does count when providing

our service.

Glenton Bacon FNAEA MARLA.


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Photograph taken by and in memory of David O'Flynn

About Bacon & Co ....................................................4-5

Supporting the local community ................................6

Promoting your property ............................................7

Key to a great service ..............................................8-9

Relocation Agent Network ........................................10

Homewise ..................................................................10

Lettings ......................................................................11

Mortgages ..................................................................11

Contact us....................................................Back cover

What’s Inside


Bacon & Co has been established since 1990. Principal Glen Bacon has been

involved in the local property market for over 35 years. The business was

initially created from the Crabtree Lane premises offering residential sales,

lettings and financial services from the one office.

Properties in the Worthing, Lancing and Sompting areas were handled from

Crabtree Lane with the Letting Department also ‘spreading its wings’ to let homes

on the coastal strip between Southwick and Littlehampton.

Expansion of the business started with the acquisition of premises in central

Lancing at Station Parade – giving the company a high profile location opposite

the railway station.

January 2003 saw the opening of the first Worthing office at Downlands Parade

– a highly visible outlet, and the first agency to be found by visitors to the town

travelling in from East Sussex. The launch of Downlands Parade was swiftly

Glenton Bacon FNAEA MARLA, Principal

Glen started his career in 1977 with a prominent Lancing based Estate Agent, spending the next 13 years with three Worthing based agencies,

culminating with an Associate Partnership. He set up Bacon & Co in 1990 and is very proud to have overseen the expansion that has taken

place in the intervening years. Glen now has over 35 years experience in the property industry and is a Fellow of the National Estate Agents

Association and a Member of the Association of Residential Lettings Agents.

David Hughes, Director

Dave started his career at the age of 16 as a Trainee Negotiator, progressing to the position of Branch Manager at the age of 21. He then

advanced on to Area Manager for two corporate companies in the South East, based in Worthing, and was responsible for both the Estate

Agency and the Financial Services side of the business, having passed the CeMAP exams in 2001. Dave then joined Bacon & Co in 2003, and

was instrumental in setting up the Worthing offices, becoming a Director in 2005.

Wayne Kenward FNAEA, Director

Wayne started his career in Estate Agency by joining a Brighton based firm in 1978, moving to a leading Worthing Estate Agent where

he was promoted to the position of Branch Manager. He then later became a Branch Director for a corporate chain. Wayne joined

Bacon & Co in 1996 becoming a Director in 2003. With over 35 years experience in the industry, Wayne is also a Fellow of the

National Estate Agents Association.

Hayley Scammell MARLA, Director

Hayley started her career in Estate Agency in 1985 joining Glen Bacon in 1990 when Bacon & Co opened their first office in Crabtree Lane,

Lancing. In 1991 Hayley introduced Lettings to the business and has worked hard developing this side of the company, becoming a Director

of Bacon & Co Lettings Ltd in 2004. She is a Member of the Association of Residential Lettings Agents.

followed by a second Worthing office giving clients greater exposure of their

homes to potential purchasers.

Growth in the letting department, run by Director Hayley Scammell, saw the

transfer of this part of the business to its own premises in Lancing in 2004. The

lettings department has a reputation for high levels of client care which has seen

continued growth and prosperity.

Early 2005 saw the acquisition of

Two Michael Vickers & Co offices

in Broadwater and Worthing

Town Centre, with our most

recent office being opened in

Goring/West Worthing. This has

created unrivalled coverage

within the town.

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The Directors

The history


Why choose us?



Choosing a good agent is essential to a stress-free property sale. Ourexperienced, professional and friendly staff are dedicated to providing you withthe best possible service. We pride ourselves on our client care and always gothe extra mile to ensure your sale is as straightforward as possible. We believethat professionalism, trustworthy advice and great communication are thethings people are most looking for in an agent, second to selling their property,and it is always our aim to achieve this for every client.

We are extremely proud to be known as 'The LOCAL name you can TRUST' andconstantly strive to provide the best service locally. In an industry that isalways changing, you can always be assured of a refreshing approach from ourteam who understand the current marketplace. Most importantly, weunderstand that we are likely to be dealing with one of your most valuableassets. Our reputation depends entirely on the quality of service we provide,and the success we achieve on your behalf.

Why Choose Us

Worthing

19 Chatsworth Road,

Worthing, BN11 1LY

01903 521000

Broadwater

14-16 Broadwater Street West,

Worthing, BN14 9DA

01903 524000

Goring & West Worthing

72 Goring Road, Goring-by-Sea

Worthing, BN12 4AB

01903 520002

Lancing & Sompting

5 Station Parade,

Lancing, BN15 8AA

01903 767601

Lettings

74 Crabtree Lane,

Lancing, BN15 9PJ

01903 756688

Our Offices

With all our staff living in the local area, you can be assured of an expert team with vast local knowledge. Our valuers have many years experience in

the local area and we believe we offer a service that combines the most up to date market expertise with a down to earth approach rooted firmly in

our commitment to and knowledge of the area. It is this passion for the region which contributes to the drive we all have for selling properties and helping

those looking in the area to find their ideal home.

Our Team With Local Knowledge


Supporting our local community

We are proud to be involvedin the local community

We are proud to be involved in many local events

throughout the year, meeting with many customers

past and present. We have taken part in the

Worthing Birdman Competition in aid of Freddysmile

and have also been one of the main sponsors of the

Children’s Playday on Broadwater Green for the past

few years, a fantastic annual event for families. We

enjoy being part of the local community and you will

often see us taking part in many of the local festivals

throughout the year.

Working together for a better future

We help many local schools by sponsoring summer

fetes and prize evenings. We also regularly run our own

competitions in conjunction with schools, offering

prizes to the children and their schools alike. We

delight in giving something back to the community

which is why you will find us inviting all children to

come and visit Father Christmas in one of our offices

over the festive period. All proceeds are in aid of

Chestnut Tree House Children’s Hospice. Our

dedicated staff are also often found to be taking part

in sponsorship events in aid of local charities.


Organisations, clubs and charities including

Worthing Cricket Club, Lancing Football Club,

Lancing Rangers, St Barnabas Hospice,

Chestnut Treehouse Children’s Hospice,

Freddysmile Children's Cancer Charity and the

NSPCC have all received sponsorship from the

company. Additionally, local schools, churches

and nurseries have also been assisted. We

continue year on year to increase the amount

we donate, helping to make a difference in the

local community.

We like to support

Freddysmile

Children's Cancer

Charity


Promoting your property



Property details & floorplan

It is critical for an Estate Agent to have the right marketing and

advertising. Bacon & Co constantly ensure that your property is presented

to the highest standard and marketed through the best advertising

companies. Property details are carefully prepared with a detailed floorplan

and as many photos as possible to show your home to its full potential.

Adverts and Rightmove

Our advertising is extensive with your home promoted in all the major local

property papers and across the best internet sites available. We truly

believe the way we market your home is second to none and ensures no

potential buyers are missed and you achieve the best possible price for

your home.

Facebook, Twitter and baconandco.co.uk

We advertise all our properties from day one on our modern and easy to

navigate website. It has been designed with the user in mind so that all

properties can be found at the click of a button, giving comprehensive details

along with all the pictures of the property. We can also be found on Facebook

and Twitter where we regularly promote our special offers for both buyers

and vendors, along with our property of the week feature.

Property boards

Now a familiar sight in the Worthing and Lancing areas and a proven selling

aid. Even with modern technology, many customers still drive around their

favoured area looking for suitable properties, whilst existing vendors in your

neighbourhood may know of someone looking to move to your area.


Key to a great service


Free valuations

Expert advice from day one

Our company valuers have many years experience in the local market and will

discuss with you all aspects of moving and marketing to fit in with your plans and

timescales. Valuations are free and are carried out without obligation and are

always supported with evidence of comparable homes and sold prices within

your area. Finally, we will put all of our thoughts in writing to you.

Accompanied viewings

The importance of accompanying viewings

We endeavour to take the stress of moving away from you as much as we can

and therefore we aim to accompany viewings wherever possible. Our experience

tells us that not only do buyers prefer to be shown around a home by an agent

but also that sellers can find the situation awkward or a burden. By

accompanying viewings we get immediate and honest feedback from the viewer

and can overcome objections. If we hold a key for your home, it will be left

secure and as we found it.

Viewing feedback

So what do customers think of my home?

Without doubt any seller wants to know how a viewing went, so regardless of

whether we or the homeowner conduct a viewing, we will always get feedback

to you, be it positive or negative. Our aim is to give you feedback within 48 hours

and by doing this it also helps us adapt our marketing strategy to give you the

best chance of selling your home.

Linked branches

Your home networked across the area

All of our Worthing offices are computer linked and communication

between our Worthing and Lancing offices is extremely important to us as a


Estate and Letting AgentsKey to a great service


company. This allows for expansive marketing which will add to your chances of

a quick sale at the highest possible price. We believe it doesn’t matter which

branch of Bacon and Co a customer deals with but the importance of ensuring

that every customer looking is offered details of your home.

Vendor report

Giving you detailed information about your property

We regularly send our vendors a report, giving a great deal of information on

the activity of your property to date. This is something our vendors find

extremely useful and will inform you on the exact number of people who have

received your property details in the post and via email, how many viewings

have been booked and how many telephone calls have been made. In

addition, it will also give you information on when your property will be

advertised in the local paper and how many people have viewed your property

on Rightmove.

Branch window displays

Your home on sale 24 hours a day

All of our offices are in prominent locations. We therefore ensure our window

displays are extremely visible and attractive to look at both to promote your

home and to encourage customers to come in and see us. The majority of

window cards will have one large photo of your home and two additional

photos. Bacon and Co’s concept is to ensure we give you the widest and best

coverage locally.

Sales progression

From offer to completion

Once we have agreed a sale with you, it is important to have an experienced

member of staff progressing the sale to completion. Our staff will liaise with

solicitors, surveyors, mortgage brokers and other agents and try to make this as

stress free as possible.

We contact all of our customers regularlyIn addition to viewing feedback we will always speak to each and

every one of our vendors regularly. You will have a dedicated

member of staff who will update you on all aspects of marketing,

general progress, advertising, Internet hits and any other

concerns you have. It is our aim to ensure that you are happy

throughout your time with Bacon & Co, have no concerns and are

up to date with the current position of your home.

Vendor Contact


National network and property solutions


Bacon & Co. helped usfind the ideal property.

Homewise made sureit came with all thelatest mod cons.

If you are over sixty and looking to move home, we offer an option that enables you to reduce

the price of your chosen property by up to 40%, depending upon your age. This simple scheme

could enable you to afford a house that was previously outside your budget.

You could unlock capital from the home you are selling – releasing funds so that you can take

control of your retirement. You might decide to pay off an outstanding mortgage or debts and

enjoy financial freedom. Some clients choose to help their family with an early inheritance,

or use some of the proceeds to fulfil a lifetime ambition.

Find out if Homewise could change your lifestyle in retirement.

The home you want, plus financial freedom. An alternative approach to housebuying, only available to those over 60.

To talk with an advisor, visit or call your nearest Bacon & Co. office:

Worthing 19 Chatsworth Road BN11 1LY 01903 521 000Lancing 5 Station Parade BN15 8AA 01903 767 600Goring 119 George V Avenue BN11 5SA 01903 520 002Broadwater 14-16 Broadwater Street West BN14 9DA 01903 524 000

In partnership with

Worthing 19 Chatsworth Road, BN11 1LY 01903 521000Lancing 5 Station Parade, BN15 8AA 01903 767601Goring 72 Goring Road, BN12 4AB 01903 520002Broadwater 14-16 Broadwater Street West, BN14 9DA 01903 524000



Lettings and mortgages



Call Hayley now to arrange a free rent appraisal or todiscuss letting in more detail.

Telephone 01903 756688Letting Agents

Speak to Hayley -

advising Landlords since 1990

and ARLA licensed.

Our service is superiorwith competitive fees,including rent protectioninsurance to offer thatadditional ‘peace ofmind’. Bacon and Coare also members of theNFOPP and you can be assured that the business is runto strict guidelines enforced by the Federation.

Whether you are thinking of renting your own home orhave decided to enter the ‘Buy to Let’ market, we arealways happy to offer advice and guidance in this field.

We are proud of our reputation as one of the leadingLetting Agents in the area and have many clients whohave continued to use our services since the companywas established in 1990.

This side of our business has grown from strength tostrength having been founded and still successfully run byDirector, Hayley Scammell.

Many investors have now entered the ‘Buy to Let’ marketwhilst the demand continues from tenants seeking qualityhomes ranging from the modest studio flat to larger familyhouses.


One of our objectives at Bacon & Co is to make the process ofsearching and applying for a Mortgage much simpler for you.

For many of us applying for a mortgage can be a daunting and frustrating

experience; particularly in the current economic climate where mortgages are

ever harder to obtain and are now considered to be the most difficult part of

the house buying process!

Therefore receiving advice to help you choose the right mortgage is probably one of

the most important decisions you will need to make when buying a new property.

A mortgage is often one of the largest financial commitments that you will

undertake, so choosing the right one requires careful consideration.

We work in partnership with Goldsmith and Company Financial Services. They

are our 'in house' independent mortgage advisers who will search the whole

market and use software which provides access to lenders across the UK,

resulting in impartial advice and delivery of competitive rates.

Whether you are seeking a mortgage for your new home or investment

property, or simply wish to review your existing mortgage to determine its

competitiveness, Goldsmith and Company offer the experience and resources

to help you find the one that best matches your needs and circumstances.

As part of the most comprehensive advice network in the UK, they also have

access to many exclusive products that are not generally available to other

advisers or high street lenders.

To find out more about our Mortgages services call any Bacon & Co office or

email [email protected]

Mortgages – Residential & Commercial - Private & Investment

Information you should knowBacon & Co are an introducer to Goldsmith and Company Financial Services who are an appointed representative of Sesame Ltd, which is authorised and regulated

by the Financial Conduct Authority. There may be a fee for mortgage advice. The precise amount depends on your circumstances but a typical fee on a residential

mortgage would be £475. Commercial Mortgages are not regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and are not arranged via Sesame Ltd.

The FCA also do not regulate some forms of Buy to Let mortgages. Your property may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage.


WORTHING

Tel: 01903 52100019 Chatsworth Road,Worthing, BN11 1LY

BROADWATER

Tel: 01903 52400014-16 Broadwater Street West,

Worthing, BN14 9DA

GORING & WEST WORTHING

Tel: 01903 52000272 Goring Road, Goring-by-Sea

Worthing, BN12 4AB

LANCING & SOMPTING

Tel: 01903 7676015 Station Parade,

Lancing, BN15 8AA

LETTING OFFICE

Tel: 01903 75668874 Crabtree Lane,

Lancing, BN15 9PJ


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