Essence Property Investment & Management

4.6·303 reviews
22 Skinner Ln, Birmingham B5 6AR, UK, Birmingham, United Kingdom
Veted AI Summary

Birmingham estate agency with strong individual agents but inconsistent listing management practices.

What customers love

  • Proactive follow-up and same-day viewing arrangements
  • Jon's extensive local network secures buyers pre-listing
  • Patient, detailed explanations for first-time renters

Worth noting

  • Outdated property listings remain advertised after rental agreements
  • Unfair deposit deductions with insufficient cleaning cost transparency

Best for

Buyers and sellers seeking efficient transactions with established local networks.

Attribute scores

Quality of Work82
Experience80
Responsiveness79
Customer Rating92
Price vs Market Avg.75

Recent reviews

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Golnaz P3mo ago

John Smith has been very active, honest, and professional throughout the sale of my property. He is knowledgeable about the local area and the property market, and it is clear that he knows what he is doing. He listens to your concerns and always does his best to find the right solution. John was great in communication and kept me informed every step of the way. He even answered my call while he was on sick leave. He liaised effectively with both solicitors and the buyer, and I always felt that my sale was in the right hands and that he was on top of everything. Everyone had told me to expect a long and stressful process, but with John by my side, it was smooth, straightforward, and much quicker than I expected. I am extremely pleased with his service and would not hesitate to recommend him.

Sarah X W3mo ago

I had an excellent experience from start to finish. The whole team was professional, knowledgeable, and incredibly supportive throughout the entire process. A special thank you to Jon Smith, who kept me updated every step of the way, responded to my questions promptly, and always went the extra mile to make everything as smooth and stress-free as possible. Their communication was outstanding, and I always felt well informed and looked after. Buying and selling a property can be stressful, but thanks to their dedication, efficiency, and attention to detail, the whole experience was much easier than I expected. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a trustworthy, reliable, and professional estate agent. Thank you again for all your hard work—I couldn’t be happier with the service!

Abhijeet Roy3mo ago

I’m really grateful for Bogdan at Essence Property. I just moved to the city and he helped me find the perfect place. He’s super friendly, patient, and really attentive. He listened to every single requirement I had, discussed everything in detail, and never rushed me. Thanks to him, the whole process was smooth and stress-free. Couldn’t have asked for a better experience! 🙌

Amit Valecha3mo ago

Thanks Bogdan, for great support and helping us out with the property. Really appreciate the support and patience you showcased during the whole process. Thanks for the help and finding us a great house Essence is recommended to everyone!!

Shaid Hakim3mo ago

I recently purchased a property through Essence Property Investment & Management, and the service I received was excellent from start to finish. Jon was professional, knowledgeable, and incredibly thorough when showing me around the property. He took the time to answer all my questions honestly and made sure I had all the information I needed before moving forward. The entire purchase process was handled very efficiently and completed in just four weeks, which is an impressive turnaround in today’s property market. Communication from Jon was excellent throughout, and I was kept informed at every stage, making what can often be a stressful process feel straightforward and well managed. I would highly recommend Essence Property Investment & Management to anyone looking to buy a property. A big thank you to Jon and the team for providing such a smooth and professional service. I would not hesitate to use them again in the future.

K W3mo ago

I've had the pleasure of working with Jon on several property transactions, and he's always been professional, knowledgeable, and reliable. Communication is excellent throughout the process, and he's proactive in keeping everything moving smoothly. A genuine pleasure to work with, and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Jon to anyone looking for a trustworthy estate agent.

Ananthu Krishnan3mo ago

Bogdan is an exceptional property manager, really helped me settle down and the service was excellent

Rocky 0073mo ago

I have had a very poor experience with Essense so far. I found several properties on Zoopla and tried contacting the agency, but no one answered the phone. I called at different times over four days, and they finally answered on the fourth day. When I enquired about one of the properties, Jon told me that unfortunately a tenant had already moved in. He said he would send me the details on WhatsApp, but he never did. The next day I called again and asked about three different properties, and I received the same response each time – that a tenant was about to move in or that the landlord had decided to rent the property instead. Instead of helping with the properties I was interested in, Jon kept trying to push other property that I wasn't interested in. He also suggested an auction property, which I clearly said I did not want. A couple of hours later I decided to ask about the auction process anyway, only to be told that the landlord had already rented that property as well. The most frustrating part is that these properties are still being advertised for sale on Zoopla and other property websites. If they are no longer available because they have been rented, why are they still being marketed? It feels like my time has been wasted. Finally, Jon said he would check with the landlord regarding another property and get back to me. He never did. My WhatsApp messages have been read but ignored. If you are not interested in dealing with potential buyers, then please be honest instead of making promises you do not keep. And if these properties have genuinely been rented out, please remove them from the property portals instead of continuing to advertise them for sale.

Zhiyuan3mo ago

Big thanks to Jo for all the help with my move. He was easy to speak to, got things arranged quickly, and was always happy to answer my questions. The whole process felt a lot less stressful because of his support.