Our guide to selling your property.
Your local, friendly, trusted property professionals.
“A great estate agent. So friendly, helpful and supportive through the sales process.”
MAGGIE HEWITT
Choose Davis Tate – your local, friendly, trusted property professionals.
Davis Tate has been trusted to sell homes in our communities for more than 30 years, during which time we have grown to a strong network of offices throughout Berkshire and South Oxfordshire, all working together to achieve the best results for our customers.
Your local property experts
Most of our team were born, raised, and remain local, which means we have exceptional knowledge of the area. We are also proud to support local events and associations, including regattas, schools and many community events.
Friendly and professional
Our approach is people-focussed, providing you with the benefit of our expert property knowledge and years of local experience. We work with you to select the right tools from our comprehensive range of services to achieve your goals and make your property journey run smoothly.
Recommended
Our service is tried, tested and recommended, with a Google rating of Excellent, based on over 1,600 reviews left by happy and repeat customers. In today’s market, independent recommendations are an important reflection
of the standard of service we provide. They reflect true and honest consumer feedback and highlight our great working practice.
Here for every chapter of your property journey
At Davis Tate, we understand that your needs change over time, whether you’re buying your first home, letting out a property, searching for a place to rent, or preparing to sell. That’s why we’re more than just estate agents - we’re your lifelong property partners.
From finding the perfect tenant to securing your next dream home, our experienced team is here to support you at every step. We handle everything in-house, so whether you’re moving in, moving on, or managing your investment, you can count on us to make the process smooth, simple, and stress-free.
Welcome to Davis Tate. We’ve created this guide to showcase the many reasons our customers choose to work with us: Our knowledge of the local market and network of offices; our professional property marketing; award-winning customer service - delivered by our approachable, friendly team; and easy access to mortgage advice and conveyancing.
Whatever your reason, we look forward to supporting you every step of the way on your property journey.
James Elliott MNAEA & MARLA
Having a local network of branches provides our sellers with a real advantage.
Follow the River Thames and the railway and you’ll find a Davis Tate office. Our branches span prime London commuter locations across South Oxfordshire and Berkshire.
Local network, wider coverage
Our network extends throughout Berkshire and South-Oxfordshire. Because our offices come together as one integrated network, we are able sell every property from every Davis Tate desk, with one database of buyers across every branch. We are a local, independent estate agency with the benefit of associated London high-street
branches, giving us a strong presence in the lucrative London market.
Teamwork is key
Our network of branches provides you with a better chance of attracting buyers outside your local area, including those relocating from London and elsewhere in the UK.
“We recently sold and purchased properties through Davis Tate and were delighted with the service we received. We remained in the local area with our purchase and the team across the branches showed us a number of properties very well suited to our requirements which made the whole process feel very easy.”
ADI MARTINS
“I felt supported and well-advised throughout what can be a stressful process. I would wholeheartedly recommend them..”
XERXES TALATI
We’ll be right beside you throughout your selling journey.
Without an experienced estate agent like Davis Tate, selling a property can be complicated and confusing. Our simple step-by-step guide takes you through the key stages of the process, so you know exactly what to expect along the way.
Initial Meeting
Get an accurate and realistic valuation.
Instruct us
We’ll sort the necessary compliance checks and introduce you to a mortgage adviser and conveyancer if you need one.
Prepare your property
We’ll share our experience to help you get your property looking its best.
Negotiate the best offer Viewings Marketing
Expert advice to help you select the best offer that works for you.
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Accompanied viewings – to find you the right buyer.
A package tailored to your needs to make your property stand out (or not – if you prefer a discrete approach).
Leave it to us to move things along – we’ll keep in touch and update you regularly. The final few steps before the finish line… Celebrate on moving day and start enjoying your new home! Sale Progression Exchange of contracts Completion Day!
We have the tools to showcase your home at its very best.
Whether you are moving house and selling a property for the first time or a seasoned home owner, we are here to help you every step of the way. From the first stages of valuation through to marketing your home to potential buyers, we want to get you the best possible offer for your property in the best time.
Our professional marketing will get your home seen by more buyers
When selling a property, it is so important to make the right impression. That’s why we take the time to advise you on how best to show your property. We then use a combination of marketing tools to make it really stand out and reach the right audience quickly.
These include professional photography, accurate floor plans and a detailed description of your home - complete with relevant local information about the area. We also offer the option of interactive virtual property tours.
Property Portals
Within 48 hours your property will be listed on our website, registered on the top property websites including Rightmove, Zoopla, On The Market and Prime Location, and sent out to our expansive email database. You can also choose a Premium listing on Rightmove, with a larger advert, bigger images and more pictures on display – proven to increase property views by 20%.1
The power of social
Our innovative Home Booster advertising uses advanced AI technology on social platforms to reach people who are actively interested in properties like yours, maximising clicks, interest, and potential viewings.
Marketing tailored to your needs
Our first step will be to match your property with our database of over 4,000 qualified buyers.
We have a range of marketing tools we can use to get your property seen by the right buyers, from detailed property video tours on our social media channels, to targeted email marketing.
If you want to start ‘low-key’ and advertise only to our buyer database early on, that’s exactly what we’ll do.
Professional photography shows your home at its very best
We work hard to provide an exceptional service to all of our clients.
Our staff are experienced professionals who undergo regular training and professional development to ensure that they are kept up to date with the latest legislation and NAEA / ARLA regulations.
Committed to delivering the highest quality of service
As Propertymark accredited agents, we follow a strict code of conduct and our staff undergo regular training to ensure they understand the latest marketing and legal requirements.
By opting for an accredited agent, you are guaranteed to be consulting with a professional who can give you up-to-date advice and guidance for your property purchase or sale.
Successfully selling properties like yours throughout the region
Davis Tate sells homes of all shapes and sizes: from charming period cottages and established family homes, to Victorian and Edwardian terraces, period town-houses and premium riverside homes - as well as modern developments and newly built apartments.
“I felt in very safe hands during the sale of our house. Very experienced and with excellent knowledge of the local market.”
L. ROBINSON
Easy access to additional services in one convenient place.
From the first stages of valuation right through to completion we provide a range of support services covering conveyancing and mortgage services to ensure everything is taken care of.
Conveyancing
Conveyancing is the legal transfer of a property from one owner to another. The process involves a conveyancing solicitor or licensed conveyancer who acts on behalf of the buyer and seller to ensure the title deeds to the property and the land it sits on are correctly transferred and valid under law.
We work with DT Conveyancing, part of the UK’s leading provider of mover conveyancing services. Their no move, no legal fee service offers appointments to suit you, and direct contact with your dedicated, expert conveyancer who will keep you informed at every stage from start to finish. To speed up the process and get you moved quicker, they use eWay, a secure, real-time, online case management service, enabling you to read, review and action legal documents via a PC, tablet or smartphone.
Mobile friendly
eWay is mobile-friendly and uses the very best in smart technology, so you can manage your move, on the move, from your smart phone or tablet.
Interactive forms
You can complete nearly all your documentation using eWay’s interactive forms, which are tailored to meet your specific needs.
Track your progress
Through eWay, you can see all of the actions that you and your conveyancer have taken to progress your case, including documents that have been completed and calls that have been made on your behalf.
Case progression
The eWay dial shows you how your case is progressing. Each section is a milestone in the conveyancing process – the fuller the section is, the closer it is to being completed.
Video guides
eWay has a suite of useful video guides and guidance sections, to help you understand what you need to do.
Simple and secure ID checks through Lifetime Legal
To comply with The Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Regulations 2019, you need to verify your identity and address.
We use a company called Lifetime Legal who carry out the checks to ensure that you are legally compliant before marketing of your property can commence.
Embrace Financial Services
We can introduce you to Embrace Financial Services to provide expert mortgage and protection advice that is tailored to your needs.
If you’re looking for a mortgage, they search thousands of products from multiple lenders to find you what you need. They can quickly produce a mortgage-in-principle from a panel of well-known lenders, so you can truly consider your options.
For more information, simply ask one of our team or visit davistate.com/mortgages
Embrace Financial Services are rated Excellent on Trustpilot. In 2022 they dealt with 17,440 mortgage applications with a value of over £3 billion.
“True leaders in their profession with the outstanding service they provide.”
An integral part of local life.
Proud to support local community events
With so many of our staff having grown up and worked in the area, we not only know the local scene but are happy to be a part of events and initiatives which support local people, associations and schools.
Thinking
of
letting?
Do it stress-free with Davis Tate.
We currently let and manage over 2000 properties for clients based in the UK and overseas. If you’re looking to let your property, we can help you select the right service level - whether you are looking for a fully managed service, would like assistance collecting the rent each month, or simply need help finding a suitable tenant.
Multiple service levels
We provide a range of three service levels for landlords of all sizes covering everything from marketing, tenant referencing and setting up contracts to deposit protection with the option of additional services such as rental income collection and property maintenance. Whether you are new to letting property or an experienced landlord with multiple properties, we have a competitively priced service to suit. More information about our service levels and fees is available on our website at davistate.com/landlords
Letting expertise matters
All landlords get the benefit of our years of experience letting property. We have produced a series of online guides providing advice on a number of topics from being a first time landlord to compliance and HMOs. We can advise you on the best approach to buying property to let and can introduce you to Embrace Financial services who can provide expert advice on buy-to-let mortgages.
Understanding the latest legislation
You’ll be dealing with an agent with access to all the latest legislation information ensuring you are fully compliant for complete peace of mind.
Land and New Homes
Our Land and New Homes department acquires land and sells individual homes, small and large developments and blocks of flats for numerous local and national developers. Each development is promoted using highly detailed, bespoke micro-sites on our website. We are always happy to advise on garden plots as well as brownfield sites and redevelopment opportunities.
“The team at Davis Tate have been fantastic, so supportive and positive throughout the processes.”
VICKY ARCHER
Next Steps
Instruct us
Anti-Money Laundering checks
Energy Performance Certificate
Prepare your home for photography
Get legally prepared - Instruct a conveyancer
Get financially prepared – if you need a mortgage
Get in touch
Abingdon
01235 526 907
Goring on Thames 01491 873 456
Henley on Thames
Pangbourne
01491 412 345
0118 984 5333
Reading 0118 958 7979
Twyford
Woodley
Land & New Homes
0118 934 4433
0118 969 3969
0118 467 0819
