It is tempting to assume that the larger and more established a commercial property company is, the better it is. This is not strictly true. If you are looking for a commercial property agent in the South West, an independent has many advantages.
* A more personal bespoke service
An independent commercial property agency in South Devon can offer a more bespoke service compared with a larger corporate company, which is often restricted by shareholders and corporate bureaucracy which means the client isn't always the priority. Smaller independent companies do not have the large overheads either which means their fees are likely to be smaller.
Many of the larger companies have struggled in the recession. Having expanded greatly during the boom, they have then had to suddenly cut back in the bust just to survive, leaving company growth in stasis and too few agents to manage their clients and properties. It is important that your agent commits to you, keeping you up to date with information, accompanying you on any viewings and answering queries and enquiries promptly. An independent can manage their caseload with more ease, offering a more personal and efficient service.
* Independents have often built their businesses from their experiences in bigger companies
It is often the case that entrepreneurs have been inspired to go into business following the failings with the company they work for. In a larger company, it can be frustrating when wanting to give feedback on systems you find you can't get past middle management. This can leave a person thinking, why don't I run an improved version of this business myself?
Many independent commercial property agents in the South West have gained experience in bigger companies where they will have learned all the best most effective practices and recognized what doesn't work. However, it is important that for ongoing improvement to service, a company records all feedback and complaints and take them seriously.
* Independents are more open to new methods of working
Some more established companies have become too comfortable from the boom years, where there was plenty of business to go round and a different sales approach was effective. They have been slow to realize that they can no longer rely on traditional methods and their brand as much as before. Those that adapt with the rapid changes from the recession will have success in the current market. Commercial property agents now need to compete for business and utilise the advances in mobile and internet technology to offer the best service to their clients.
Mobile technology and social media have changed the commercial property market landscape significantly. There is more transparency in sales due to consumers having more access to information and being more savvy. Agents need to be more open, honest and up to date with technology. There are now more ways to keep in touch with clients with instant communication and social media sites such as Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook and Google + have provided great marketing and advertising platforms which newer independent companies have been quicker to utilise.
* A more personal bespoke service
An independent commercial property agency in South Devon can offer a more bespoke service compared with a larger corporate company, which is often restricted by shareholders and corporate bureaucracy which means the client isn't always the priority. Smaller independent companies do not have the large overheads either which means their fees are likely to be smaller.
Many of the larger companies have struggled in the recession. Having expanded greatly during the boom, they have then had to suddenly cut back in the bust just to survive, leaving company growth in stasis and too few agents to manage their clients and properties. It is important that your agent commits to you, keeping you up to date with information, accompanying you on any viewings and answering queries and enquiries promptly. An independent can manage their caseload with more ease, offering a more personal and efficient service.
* Independents have often built their businesses from their experiences in bigger companies
It is often the case that entrepreneurs have been inspired to go into business following the failings with the company they work for. In a larger company, it can be frustrating when wanting to give feedback on systems you find you can't get past middle management. This can leave a person thinking, why don't I run an improved version of this business myself?
Many independent commercial property agents in the South West have gained experience in bigger companies where they will have learned all the best most effective practices and recognized what doesn't work. However, it is important that for ongoing improvement to service, a company records all feedback and complaints and take them seriously.
* Independents are more open to new methods of working
Some more established companies have become too comfortable from the boom years, where there was plenty of business to go round and a different sales approach was effective. They have been slow to realize that they can no longer rely on traditional methods and their brand as much as before. Those that adapt with the rapid changes from the recession will have success in the current market. Commercial property agents now need to compete for business and utilise the advances in mobile and internet technology to offer the best service to their clients.
Mobile technology and social media have changed the commercial property market landscape significantly. There is more transparency in sales due to consumers having more access to information and being more savvy. Agents need to be more open, honest and up to date with technology. There are now more ways to keep in touch with clients with instant communication and social media sites such as Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook and Google + have provided great marketing and advertising platforms which newer independent companies have been quicker to utilise.
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