ABOUT US<\/p>
We are your local, family run Estate Agent. Both Directors of the business have grown up together from babies and hold a wealth of area and industry knowledge. With a large family and friend network, we are well known for our friendly and infectious personalities.<\/p>
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ABOUT US<\/p>
We are your local, family run Estate Agent. Both Directors of the business have grown up together from babies and hold a wealth of area and industry knowledge. With a large family and friend network, we are well known for our friendly and infectious personalities.<\/p>
Selling your home can be an exciting, emotional and sometimes stressful time but, here at dunn&rate we understand that this is a big decision and we are here to support you all the way and tailor our service to match your needs.<\/p>
We offer a personal approach to selling, as we care like no-one else can. Being local means, we know what will appeal to the market, what changes there are in the market and how we can adapt our selling techniques to get you moving. We will provide professional and sincere advice to sell your home to its full potential for the best possible selling price. With the latest technology and our expertise, we will ensure your home is well presented amongst the property search platforms, stands out and receives the attention it deserves.<\/p>
Our office space has been carefully designed to offer a welcoming environment to help put you at ease. We have set this business up with the intention of providing a tailored approach to selling houses, we understand that everyone is different, and every move is motivated for different reasons- let us help show you the way.<\/p>
MEET THE TEAM<\/p>
Louris Dunn<\/p>
MNAEA Director<\/p>
Louris is a joint director of the business. With 13 years in the property business and qualifications from the National Federation of Property Professionals (NFOPP) and the National Association of Estate Agents (NAEA), Louris is the only person you should trust to sell your home.<\/p>
Louris is well connected amongst the local community and has two beautiful young daughters who dote on their mum. Family comes first for Louris, who prides herself on ensuring that people are left happy and satisfied with the service they receive.<\/p>
Samantha Rate<\/p>
Director<\/p>
Sam is a joint director of the business. Following over 10 years as part of the management team for a FTSE 100 company, Sam has a proven record of succeeding in business. Sam's passion is people and customer service, with an instinct for anticipating people's expectations.<\/p>
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