Personal & Professional
Miles & Barr independent estate agents were established in January 1999 and have expanded to 12 offices with over 100 employees. The strengths of the business lie in training and strategic leadership with an ability to deliver high-quality customer care and all-round friendly and trusted service. Constant innovative business and marketing techniques have enabled Miles & Barr to be the Top Selling Agent in every town they operate in
(as revealed by FSSA) and are the sole representative in the SE for the Home Sale Network/Cendant Mobility, the worlds largest relocation company. They have won many awards including:
- Kent Company of the year 2007
- Estate Agent of the year 2007
- Website of the year 2007
The Property Market - A great business opportunity
In any market, people have to move home and the right property will sell to the right buyer at the right price. Estate agency in its traditional form has been around for some 80 years and, as with any industry, it has its ups and downs. The Housing Market is always naturally on the up and the fact remains that the UK population is constantly growing:
- We are living longer
- There is increasing migration from other countries
- More people are going to university
- Divorce and relationship splits, sadly, are increasing
- Investment portfolios and second homes are now highly desirable
The natural result is a high demand for property which in-turn means a natural demand for an estate agent. There is a sound argument to say that in any market a good quality estate agent is needed as in spite of the stereo-typed reputation estate agents have, nearly everyone uses one! Estate agency has a unique selling point over and above many other industries and that is doing business with the Buyer and the Seller at the same time, thus generating double the opportunities.
Franchising Overview
Miles & Barr Franchise was conceived in November 2005. It is based on a lasting business owner to homeowner relationship that is backed by proven business principles for success whilst promoting our social, community and environmental commitment to all our towns and cities. We are not looking to change the way property is bought and sold but simply evolve the whole experience of how this process is delivered to the market place.
Why franchising works
Franchising initially came to the UK in the 60’s. Look at any high street now and you’ll see McDonalds, Burger King, Pront-a-Print, and Body Shop to name but a few! In fact nearly 40% of all retail shops are now part of a franchise operation. Franchising has its own trade body and code of ethics.
What Does This All Mean For You?
It illustrates that franchising is not new or untested. It is a proven form of business that arguably removes many elements of risk that are always involved in the setting up and operation of a new business.
That’s what the Miles & Barr Franchise is all about; helping you enter a new career and business in estate agency with the backing and support needed to help minimise your risk and achieve the maximum income and job satisfaction, whilst building a saleable asset and giving you financial security for the future.
Why franchising in Estate Agency
- It’s a WIN for the sellers and buyers who only deal with the business owner
- It’s a WIN for the franchisee who will earn a major portion of the fee for every transaction completed
- It’s a WIN for the franchisor (Miles & Barr), who can take the regionally successful brand and grow it nationally
Why choose Miles & Barr?
- The Brand
- Successful Marketing
- Proven Systems
- Existing Demand
- Expert Training
- Constant Support
- Business Planning & Bank Finance
- Better Buying Power = More Profit
- Site Selection & Planning
- Building a Saleable Asset for Your Future
What’s in it for you?
Earning Potential
By owning your own business the financial rewards can be tremendous and are directly related to your efforts. Our model is unique in that it has low cost entry and low overheads. There are no expensive high street premises and no expensive staff to pay and manage.
Multiple Income Streams
Estate agency offers multiple forms of income streams:
- Selling commission
- Mortgage referral commissions
- Home Information Pack (HIPS) commissions
- Conveyancing commissions
- Referral commissions
Your Opportunity
- To be given a vision with all the success formulas, support and mentoring from day one
- To own a business without the frustrations of being held back or having to accept low standards
- Having a secure long term business where your efforts are directly linked to your rewards
- To have a sense of direction and clarity knowing that what you create will make a difference to you personally and your peers
- To own something that is diverse and engaging, whilst being part of a professional team
Funding Assistance
We have a number of finance options to suit most circumstance
How it works
The Sales Support Centre
Miles & Barr Franchise is not based on the expensive and dated high street estate agent as modern buying trends have totally changed. 80-90% of all initial property enquiries now come from the internet as more and more customers shop from home so they don’t need an agent’s shop window to see properties. We are introducing Sales Support Centres located on well chosen Business Parks that are bright, cost effective and accessible with the latest data-base and communication systems. Of course Newspaper Advertising and eye catching Miles & Barr For Sale boards will still be prominent so no valuable lead is lost.
Senior Partners
The Sales Support Centres are controlled and co-ordinated by a Senior Partner and administrator with the full backing of Miles and Barr Franchise Head Office. Their roles are to ensure the Co-Partners business has the full support, on-going training and structure to guarantee success. They are highly effective project managers and marketers whose sole responsibility to be there for you
Co-Partners
They are based from the Sales Support Centre and own their own business and a dedicated area of a town or city of approx 5000 homes. They are highly skilled influencers and networkers within their communities who generate and deliver an outstanding level of care and service. Imagine the impact of 20 likeminded Co-Partners coming to your town today, all highly trained and working as a team with an inspiring brand that enjoys taking care of them.
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