Our Stories
Sheldon Bosley Knight was founded in Shipston-on-Stour in 1843 and was initially built on auctions and on-site farm sales. In the years since, our business has survived two world wars, seen seven monarchs, successfully navigated recessions and depressions and watched in awe as men landed on the moon. Very few UK independent businesses have the heritage we do.
Our business has also grown and diversified significantly since we started to meet our clients’ changing needs and circumstances. It has developed into a multi-disciplined estate, land and property agency, boasting 10 specialist departments - residential sales, residential lettings, commercial property sales and lettings, block management, strategic land and development, rural, surveys and valuations, planning and architecture, new homes and auctions – and it’s rare we meet someone we can’t help with their land and property needs.
Our geographical reach has also increased and we now have offices across Coventry and Warwickshire, Worcestershire, Leicestershire and the Cotswolds and we are proud to be embedded in the local communities we serve.
As our business has expanded, so too have our staff numbers. We currently boast more than 250 highly skilled, experienced and award-winning surveyors, architects, planners and estate agency professionals, who work together to advise our clients on every step of their journey.
Now one of the UK’s most trusted estate, land and property agencies, with a well-earned reputation in a profession not always known for its integrity, we are a local business with the knowledge, experience and specialisms of a national organisation.
We are proud of our heritage and the fact we maintain the family ethos that began the business, by nurturing talent and ambition to encourage and develop a diverse and comprehensive range of skills and experiences that have emerged as a gold standard in modern land and property management.
Andrew Granger & Co was founded over 30 years ago. Initially established with an office in Market Harborough, in time the business grew to incorporate branches in Leicester and Loughborough. It also expanded its offering, adding rural, commercial property, planning and online auctions alongside its residential sales and lettings departments. Throughout the years its ethos of always putting its clients first no matter what, has been its cornerstone. In 2023 the business was acquired by Sheldon Bosley Knight.
Loveitts, like Sheldon Bosley Knight, was founded in 1843 and has its roots in auction sales in Coventry. Over the last almost two centuries, the company has enjoyed continued success, overseeing some of Coventry’s largest and most important property deals. In the 1960s it opened offices in Leamington and Nuneaton and since then has grown further to include residential sales and lettings, new homes, rural and commercial departments. It now has a workforce of 60 and is proud to have retained its family ethos and professionalism, customer care, trustworthiness and transparency. In 2024 Loveitts was acquired by Sheldon Bosley Knight.
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From the first phone call requesting an appointment I felt valued as a potential customer. Our meeting with the agent from the Sheldon Bosley Knight Group was professional and informative beyond our expectations. In fact right through to the day we moved this standard was maintained.
CHOOSE AN AGENT YOU TRUST
Your home is likely to be your largest financial asset and so when it comes to selling it, you need an agent you can trust, who understands the emotions associated with buying and selling homes and who will treat you and your home, with respect.
At the Sheldon Bosley Knight Group our award-winning sales teams have more than 400 years’ combined experience in buying and selling homes – whether that be a classic threebedroom semi or a grand country house, a city flat or a cosy cottage – and they know the local property landscape inside and out.
We know what it takes to get your property noticed and believe we are the best placed agent to achieve you the best price from the best buyer. Our experienced agents will advise on giving the right first impression, what feature(s) to highlight to potential buyers or how to add value with minimal cost. As such, we know how to celebrate your property and will market it to make sure it stands out from the crowd.
We know what buyers are looking for, how to answer any awkward questions they may have and how to negotiate to get the best price.
But perhaps more importantly, our teams also know and understand the emotional side of it, the things that attracted you to the property in the first place, the reasons why you wish to move on and the relationship you have with your home.
We therefore fully understand how important the sale is to you and so we give you our guarantee of a highly professional, dedicated, hand-holding service, making sure we will be with you every step of the way, to help, guide and support you, from instruction to completion.
REASONS TO SELL WITH THE SHELDON BOSLEY KNIGHT GROUP
When it comes to selling homes not all estate agents are the same and with a multitude to choose from it’s not an easy task to find the one who is going to work best for you. But choosing the right one can make all the difference in the price you achieve. Indeed, we believe it’s essential you work with a local, experienced agent who understands all the emotions involved in a property sale. Our multi-award-winning agents do just that and pride themselves on delivering an exceptional professional and personal service, putting our clients first every step of the way.
PERSONAL SERVICE
We aren’t just another estate agent. Within the Sheldon Bosley Knight Group we pride ourselves on being with you every step of the way from our initial conversation through to completion, by delivering an exceptional, honest, professional and personal service. Simply put: A service you deserve from people you can trust.
BEST IN CLASS MARKETING
We have 180 years of marketing excellence under our belts. Moving with the times and our clients’ expectations, we are the only local agent to have their own in-house marketing team to support our branches, maximising your property’s exposure across digital and print media. We understand no two homes are the same which is why each of our sellers gets a bespoke strategy for sale and marketing plan.
MAXIMUM EXPOSURE
With the Sheldon Bosley Knight Group we guarantee maximum exposure for your property. We use major internet portals and social media outlets along with Rightmove, Onthemarket and Wearethemarket as well as our own three brands’ websites. Alongside this, using our distinctive branding and proactive sales advisors, we will reach more potential buyers and secure the best possible price in a timescale that suits you.
LOCAL KNOWLEDGE
We take pride in the fact we are embedded in the local communities we serve. It gives us an unrivalled understanding of the local market and an ability to advise clients on any detail – whether it’s about local planning applications or developments, schools, which cafés serve the best coffee, shops, culture and leisure facilities or even where to get the best pub lunch.
EXPERIENCE
Our residential sales teams have more than 400 years’ combined experience. It means there isn’t a marketplace we haven’t seen, experienced and successfully navigated. When you choose Sheldon Bosley Knight, Andrew Granger or Loveitts you are in safe, experienced hands.
ONE STOP PROPERTY SHOP
All our branches offer a full end-to-end service in residential property. From sales agents to mortgage advisors, surveyors to conveyancers, we have every aspect of the sale covered from start to finish. We also have a specialist lettings division managing more than 5,500 properties, a commercial department, rural, planning and auctions. We are yet to meet someone we can’t help with their land and property needs.
I have used Sheldon Bosley Knight on two occasions - to sell my mother’s flat and more recently to sell my own home. All the members of staff have been extremely helpful, prompt and efficient on both occasions. They have also been considerate of the circumstances surrounding each sale.
The sale of our property was challenging due to various reasons but with the guidance, support and help from the team it was seamless.
BEST IN CLASS MARKETING
The Sheldon Bosley Knight Group has always been a pioneer of exceptional marketing. Our teams know the importance of this when it comes to selling a property in any market. Your property is unique so our approach should mirror that. Our marketing campaigns are designed to highlight the unique features of your property through a combination of stunning professional photography, compelling copywriting and effective promotion across multiple channels. This approach will increase the visibility and desirability of a property, leading to a quicker sale and a higher price achieved.
PROPERTY PHOTOGRAPHY Your property deserves the best photographs which will help attract more buyers. The Sheldon Bosley Knight Group employs professional photographers specialising in architectural photography to get the right images with the right angles and lighting to showcase your home.
PROPERTY VIDEO TOURS Listings with video are proven to have 60% more engagement online than those without. We specialise not only in tours but also agent-led videos, humanising your home and giving the viewer the details of the best person to speak to at our offices. These will be promoted across all digital and social channels.
DRONE PHOTOGRAPHY We recognise sometimes a different perspective of your property is what is required. We only use registered drone operators to capture ariel photography and video helping potential buyers understand how the position and location makes your home unique.
DIRECTORS’ OFFICE We are the only local agent with an in-house team to service phone calls our offices can’t get to. The market is busy and so are our agents. This team will answer calls from your buyers that other agents would have missed and make sure the local office knows to call them back.
PERSONAL PROPERTYFILE PROFILE As a Sheldon Bosley Knight Group seller, you will have access to your own online client hub, PropertyFile. Here you can see at the touch of a button on your laptop or smart phone, interest across the portals we use and viewings that have been conducted or scheduled, along with feedback. You will also have access to see offers made and how your agreed sale is progressing in real time, any time.
EXPERT ADVICE Our offices are looked after by local people from your communities so are ideally placed to keep you updated on market conditions and effective strategies to get sold. Upon instruction each person in our office will arrange to see your home, so they can confidently and competently promote to our registered active buyers list.
ONLINE PORTAL With 98% of buyers starting their property search online, it’s paramount the agent you choose is putting your home where buyers are looking. Along with Rightmove and Onthemarket we also advertise on Wearethemarket, sheldonbosleyknight.co.uk, andrewgranger.co.uk and loveitts.co.uk allowing us to place your property in front of the broadest audience at hyper local and national level.
THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING SALE READY
It is never too early to start thinking about the progression of your sale, even if you’ve not yet had an offer accepted. The momentum for the entire sales process is set within the first few days, so by getting your affairs in order early, there should be fewer delays down the line.
Solicitors and conveyancers
You should instruct your chosen conveyancer at the same time as your agent. There will be a lot of paperwork to complete so by doing this now, you could take two weeks off the sale transaction period and minimise buyer remorse. At the Sheldon Bosley Knight Group we have access to excellent solicitors and conveyancers at local firm, Jephson Legal, who we can recommend to you. With our exclusive agreement with Jephson Legal you will be legally prepared, but also kept up-to-date with progress once the sale is agreed.
Mortgages
Our advice to all sellers is to always seek independent advice on financing the move. There can be hidden costs with your current lender if you sell before a certain date. Our mortgage advisors can help you navigate this and help source the best product for you to ensure you are “buyer ready”. Mortgage products are constantly changing and by using an independent advisor you will unlock access to more products and exclusive deals possibly not available by going direct to the lender.
Essential documents
For a sale, the essential documents are gas safety, Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) and window Fensa certificates as well as any building regulation certificates and warranties. Your buyer’s solicitor is going to ask a lot of questions that can be answered and evidenced by these essential documents. It can save time and reduce stress by locating these prior to marketing.
Your current home
Now is a great time to make sure your home is sale ready. This will also help our photographer get the best shots of your home. Keep it clean and tidy and free from excess clutter as you never know how soon you will get a viewing! No one who comes to see your home wants to see dust, dirty dishes and clean laundry on the radiators so make sure you keep on top of it. By de-cluttering now there is less to do in the run up to your move.
We instructed Sheldon Bosley Knight in the sale of our house and our agent acted with genuine professionalism, patience, and approachability.
The service, communication and work put into the sale of our property was first class. Highly recommended.
SHOWCASING YOUR HOME
At the Sheldon Bosley Knight Group we know how to boost your chances of the right offer. Here are our top tips of things to do before you put your house on the market and again, before any viewings.
Before listing
FIRST IMPRESSIONS First impressions count and most buyers make up their minds within a few minutes of arriving at the property. So, get the windows cleaned inside and out, clear the gutters, replace the door mat, clean the front door, hide the bins and tidy up the front garden or outside space. If you have pets, tidy up or hide their bowls, towels, bedding or other paraphernalia.
DE-CLUTTER It’s important to get the right balance between making your home look cosy and inviting, whilst also allowing potential buyers to picture themselves living there. People often find this difficult so make it easy for them to see all the fantastic living space you’re offering them. Rooms that look too busy or too full of furniture and possessions look smaller than they really are and are offputting. Buyers may also look in cupboards and drawers to check storage so make sure they are tidy and organised. By de-cluttering now, you will also save on removal costs resulting in a quicker and more efficient move.
MAINTENANCE Run a quick maintenance check throughout your home and garden. Are there any light bulbs that need replacing, cabling that needs hiding or loo roll holders that need securing? Does the shower have a leak that needs sorting or curtain that needs re-hanging and is the boiler in good working order? Wash down the doors and windows both inside and out and check any gates or fences are in good order. Subliminally if the smaller jobs remain undone buyers may be concerned about the overall maintenance of the property.
SPRING CLEAN Give your home a thorough spring clean. Pay particular attention to bathrooms and kitchens and make sure you get into corners that are not easy to get to. Buyers come with a critical eye and will be put off by stray cobwebs, dog hair on the sofa and work surfaces that are cluttered or that aren’t spick and span. Consider touching up any scuffs and scrapes and don’t forget the inside of the oven – it can make the world of difference!
THE GARDEN Outdoor space can be just as important as indoor space so overlooking it can be a costly mistake. Make sure the lawn is mowed, trees and shrubs are cut back, the patio cleaned, flowers dead headed and any furniture is given a clean. If you have a shed, ensure the contents are tidy and stacked properly.
Before viewings
SETTING THE SCENE Some buyers are looking for a lifestyle as well as a home. Setting the table with the best china, pretty napkins and fresh flowers and creating a luxurious feel to your home will appeal to those wanting the wow factor.
FINISHING TOUCHES Plump up cushions, pull back the curtains or blinds, make the beds and ensure everything is neat and tidy. Freshly brewed coffee, bread, a cake or freshly cut flowers will all add to the appeal of your home. Pet aromas won’t, so remove all traces if you can! Also, a roaring fire in winter and a well-ventilated home in summer will add to the buyer’s overall experience of your property.
WHAT HAPPENS NEXT? THE SELLER’S
JOURNEY
Your home is more than just bricks and mortar. It’s the place where you feel safe, relax, unwind and make memories. Therefore deciding to sell it is a big decision. There are also lots of things to consider from knowing when the right time is to sell, to thinking about an asking price, getting the right buyer and understanding the whole legal process from start to finish. At the Sheldon Bosley Knight Group we understand how important it is to get things right for our clients. This is why we will be with you every step of the way to help, guide and support you.
Property valuation
Agent calls all registered buyers who match property
Agree strategy for sale, sign contract, complete PIQ and evidence identity
Launch property onto major portals
Digital brochure created and signed off by seller
Registered interest from potential buyers is qualified
Instruct Jephson Legal as your conveyancer
Conveyancers issue contract within 24 hours (if using Jephson Legal)
Weekly updates by dedicated in-house progressors
Offer accepted, memorandum of sale raised and sent
SBK arranges photography, video and EPC
Viewings conducted by experienced team
Offers received and negotiated to achieve best price
Exchange of contracts Completion
The team took in all the detail of our home and knew all about the surrounding area. They also had a big list of potential buyers to hand.
Sheldon Bosley Knight provided a superb service and managed to get our sale completed in an extremely quick time. The communication was faultless and we were always confident we were in safe hands.
THE IMPORTANCE OF GETTING YOUR PRICE RIGHT
When it comes to selling a property, the most important factors to consider are the price you ask and your agent’s strategy to sell. Getting either of these wrong could have a significant impact on the time taken and success of a property sale. Pricing a property correctly is crucial for attracting potential buyers, minimising time on the market and avoiding issues with mortgage valuations once a sale is agreed.
As part of the Property Ombudsman code of conduct for residential estate agents, any opinion on value given by an estate agent must be supported by evidence. Our professional advice is always to dismiss any valuation given unless the agent can demonstrate with comparable evidence how they arrived at their suggested marketing figure.
Marketing price: The price you are advised or agree to market at will have a direct impact on how long the property could take to sell. The longer a property sits on the market, the more likely it is potential buyers will start to wonder why it hasn’t sold and may assume there is something wrong with it. This can lead to it becoming stigmatised, making it harder to sell. Buyers usually spend weeks if not months researching your area and understanding values. If the property is priced too high, buyers may vote with their feet and not bother to view it.
Marketing strategy: Most properties get their maximum amount of interest in the first four weeks of marketing. With 98% of buyers starting their property search on portals, their searches will be governed by the key price points the portals use. The agent you choose should understand how these work and advise as part of their strategy to sell which price point will encourage the most buyers in a timescale that suits you.
PROPERTYFILE
PropertyFile is our secure online client marketing hub, designed to provide you with all the information you need at the touch of a button, 24/7. PropertyFile offers our clients complete transparency and real time insight into your sale. You see what we see.
Marketing performance
PropertyFile provides you with your advert’s effectiveness online. It shows how many times your property has appeared in a buyer search and how many times those buyers have looked at your advert in more detail.
Property viewing information
Keeping on top of viewings is important to the sale of any property. We help you stay informed of all upcoming viewings so you can present your home in the best light.
Real time feedback
As well as getting initial feedback straight after the appointment, PropertyFile will also text and email your viewer with questions about what they felt on location, presentation and most importantly price. This means we get the most comprehensive feedback empowering you to make better property sale decisions.
Once a sale is agreed
Upon agreeing a sale the progression information is activated. This part of PropertyFile visually helps you understand how the transaction is progressing. If you have instructed Jephson Legal you will also be able to see real time notes from your conveyancer and their team about matters completed and to be completed for both you and your buyer. This combined with our in-house personal updates means you will be kept up-to-date every step of the way.
For further information on PropertyFile and how it can help you as a seller, scan the QR code
The team was thoroughly supportive at each stage of the selling process. They worked really hard to ensure they secured a good buyer for our home.
From our first call with the client engagement team, to the moment we collected our keys, the team at Jephson Legal worked closely with the team at Sheldon Bosley Knight, ensuring our buyer and the people we were buying from knew what was going to happen... they never let us down. The process was straightforward, despite it being a chain of 10 properties and the PropertyFile app kept us updated. This joined up approach really works.
THE LEGAL STUFF
When it comes to selling or buying a property it is essential to get the legal details right, as any mistakes could cause time delays or financial loss.
To help our clients, we have created Jephson Legal, a joint venture with a leading local firm of solicitors.
Jephson Legal offers a unique conveyancing service, providing first class legal expertise and placing client experience at the heart of the property transaction. Whatever your reasons for selling or buying, we understand your aim will be to complete as smoothly and quickly as possible.
Right at the start of the process it’s best to get your conveyancer in place as soon as possible. Jephson Legal will ensure you receive professional legal advice, pro-active case management and weekly personal communication. At every key milestone, the team will report as to what stage you’ve reached – and most importantly will advise as to what happens next, always keeping you one step ahead.
In addition to the legal expertise, you will have an in-house, dedicated File Progressor who is familiar with the entirety of your transaction from start to finish and who will further complement the updates you receive. This includes knowing the associated parties involved in your transaction (and whether those parties are linked to a chain) and then tracking searches, checks at the Land Registry, financial influences, contracts of sale and making sure we work together to achieve a satisfactory conclusion in the agreed timeframe.
Jephson Legal complements the market we serve and adheres to the same client experience goals. This valuable part of the service sets them apart from other legal providers, who have a very different attitude to traditional sales progression. No one can ever guarantee every sale will reach a successful conclusion, but we can guarantee we’ll keep you appraised of what’s going on and when you are likely to move.
Speak to our agent to arrange a no obligation quote so you understand the costs of moving in more detail.
Contact the Jephson Legal team on: 0330 174 8545 or email: quotes@jephsonlegal.com
OTHER SERVICES
We don’t just do sales. We have several specialist departments – read on to see what else we offer.
Lettings
Managing in excess of 5,000 residential rental properties across four counties, our lettings and property management teams always deliver an exceptional, professional and personal service. So whether you are a landlord needing expert advice, a rental valuation or property management services, or if you are a tenant looking for the perfect rental home, we can help.
Rural
Our heritage is firmly rooted in the local rural and agricultural communities. Our rural teams are highly experienced with an intimate knowledge of local and regional markets and a firm grasp of relevant trends and emerging opportunities. They provide an unrivalled range of specialist services, skills and support in all matters relating to agriculture, horticulture, equestrian property, diversification, land and estate management.
Commercial
Our commercial teams are highly qualified and knowledgeable chartered surveyors with many years’ experience in the retail, industrial, office, development land and horticultural sectors. So whether you are the owner of a single lock-up shop, or a large, mixed-use investment portfolio, they will always provide the very best professional guidance, support and expertise.
Planning and architecture
Our award-winning planning and architecture team offers a full planning solution, including inhouse architectural capabilities, all under one roof. Their specialisms include barn conversions, new agricultural buildings, removal of occupancy conditions and other diversification projects. From initial informal planning advice, through to the preparation, submission and monitoring of planning applications and appeals, they can help.
Survey
Whatever your professional valuation or survey needs, our dedicated team of qualified, experienced valuers and building surveyors at the Sheldon Bosley Knight Group are here to help. They provide clear, impartial advice for residential, agricultural and commercial property, on a wide range of services across Warwickshire, Worcestershire, Leicestershire and the West Midlands.
Auctions
The Sheldon Bosley Knight Group was built on auctions and farm sales, establishing itself as a specialist in the region. Today our team uses the best of the traditional methods of auction combined with the latest technology to ensure we provide a bespoke service to fit with our client’s aims and objectives. Selling your land or property by auction – whether in-room or online – is a fantastic way to ensure you achieve not only the best price but also transparently, quickly and securely.
New homes
As well as our detailed working knowledge of the local market, we have many years’ experience and expertise selling developments ranging from single units and streets to large estates. Our team can help you with design, property specification, market research, valuations, marketing and sales strategy, promotional events, qualifying leads and negotiating deals.
The team at the Sheldon Bosley Knight Group made the whole process of renting a property easy and simple, with clear information on completing each of the steps. They answered any questions we had swiftly and aided us in making alternative arrangements for our key collection due to us being on holiday.
THE SHELDON BOSLEY KNIGHT GROUP IN YOUR COMMUNITY
The Sheldon Bosley Knight Group was built and is embedded within the communities we serve. As such we are passionate about sponsoring and supporting local individuals and organisations making a difference to the lives of others.
We see the importance of sponsoring sports teams, supporting schools with their fundraising events, raising money for causes close to our hearts or encouraging and supporting our staff to volunteer their time for charities and organisations they care about.
During the past 12 months our staff have been involved in many charity and fundraising initiatives such as walking the entire Cotswold Way, sponsoring and taking part in a 10k fun run, coffee mornings, prizes for schools, music festivals and summer fete competitions and raffles, raising money for Christmas Jumper Day and a walk/run/cycle relay between all our current office locations.
We are a proud sponsor of many local clubs and community services including Leamington Rugby Club, Evesham 10K and Dumbleton Cricket Club.
Here is a taste of what we get up to!
Dumbleton Village Fete
Loveitts’ Charity Golf Day
Evesham 10k Run
Mike’s Last Leg Charity Walk
Christmas Shoebox Appeal
Morgan’s Three Peaks Challenge
Cancer Charity Relay
Shipston Rugby Club
Macmillan Coffee Morning
Tasha’s Myton Hospice Abseil
YOUR GOLD STAR AGENT
For the past three years, the teams in the Sheldon Bosley Knight Group have been recognised for their high standards of customer care. Industry review website, www.allagents.co.uk has awarded the sales teams across the business gold for three consecutive years after reviews from satisfied customers.
Every agent you invite to market your home will tell you how good they are at what they do and how many satisfied customers they have. However, these awards were based on written reviews by hundreds of happy sellers, buyers, landlords and tenants.
At the Sheldon Bosley Knight Group we recognise the importance of understanding what our clients think of our service throughout the property marketing transaction.
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