Business Details
30 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Local Property Experts
Established in 1996, Malcolm James has been serving the Whittlesey and Peterborough communities with professional property sales and lettings services. Our team combines over 100 years of collective experience with deep local market knowledge, ensuring clients receive tailored advice and competitive pricing. As members of The Guild of Property Professionals and The Property Ombudsman Scheme, we uphold strict standards of integrity and professionalism.Our services are enhanced by national exposure through 750+ affiliated offices, while maintaining the personal touch of a family-run business. We prioritise transparency, offering free market appraisals and no hidden fees, supported by a proven track record of selling hundreds of properties. Our commitment to client satisfaction is reflected in testimonials praising our efficient transactions, expert guidance, and exceptional value for money.
Services
Property Sales
Property Lettings
Free Valuations
Mortgage Advice
Property Management
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We have 25+ years of local property market expertise
- Our team includes CPEA1-qualified professionals
- We guarantee best-value fees with no hidden costs
- We offer 24/7 emergency maintenance support for landlords
- Our properties are advertised on 8 major property portals
Associations and certifications
- The Guild of Property Professionals
- The Property Ombudsman Scheme
- Association of Residential Letting Agents (ARLA)
What people say
Swift property sales
Professional service
Competitive fees
Exceptional support
Strong local knowledge
Services
Property Sales
We specialise in residential property sales across Whittlesey and Peterborough. Our services include professional valuations, targeted marketing on 8 major portals, and expert negotiation. With 25+ years of local experience, we ensure efficient transactions while maintaining competitive fees. Our team provides guidance from initial valuation to completion, supported by a proven track record of successful sales.
Property Lettings
Our lettings division manages over 150 properties with tailored packages. Services include tenant referencing, rent collection, and 24/7 maintenance support. We offer free valuations and advertise properties on Rightmove, Zoopla, and local press. Our ARLA-qualified team ensures compliance with legal requirements while providing transparent fee structures for landlords.
Free Valuations
We provide complimentary property valuations conducted by CPEA1-qualified professionals. Our assessments consider local market trends and comparable sales data. The service includes advice on property presentation and market positioning, with no obligation to proceed. Valuations form the basis for our competitive pricing strategy.
Mortgage Advice
Our FCA-regulated advisors offer independent mortgage guidance. Services include product selection, application assistance, and financial planning. We work with major lenders to secure competitive rates while explaining options in plain language. This service helps buyers secure financing before property viewings.
Property Management
Our full management service covers tenant relations, rent collection, and property maintenance. We provide regular inspections, legal compliance checks, and rent protection schemes. Services include inventory preparation, utility notifications, and monthly financial statements. This comprehensive approach reduces landlord responsibilities while ensuring property care.
People
Malcolm James
Principal Partner
With CPEA1 qualifications from Salford University, Malcolm brings decades of local property expertise. He leads the sales team, combining academic knowledge with practical experience to ensure professional valuations and successful transactions.
Margaret
Senior Sales Negotiator
Boasting 30+ years of local sales experience, Margaret specialises in client relations and transaction management. Her deep understanding of Whittlesey's property market contributes to the agency's high sales success rate.
Damien Simone
Lettings Manager
A qualified residential lettings expert with nearly a decade of local experience. Damien oversees the lettings division, ensuring compliance with ARLA standards while managing over 150 rental properties.
Andrew Moloney
Financial Advisor
CeMAP-qualified mortgage specialist providing independent financial advice. Andrew helps clients navigate mortgage options while maintaining FCA regulatory compliance.
Mike Barwell
Financial Advisor
Experienced mortgage advisor offering tailored financial solutions. Mike works with clients to secure competitive mortgage rates and provide pre-approval guidance.
Questions
How quickly can you sell a property?
Our average sale time is under 5 weeks, with some properties selling within days. This speed comes from effective marketing and our extensive buyer database.
Do you offer free property valuations?
Yes, we provide complimentary valuations with no obligation. These assessments consider local market trends and comparable sales data.
What lettings packages are available?
We offer three packages: Full Management (10%+VAT), Tenant Find Only (agreed percentage), and Rent Collection (5%+VAT). All include tenant referencing and legal compliance.
Are your fees competitive?
We guarantee best-value fees with no hidden extras. Our pricing consistently beats online agents while maintaining superior service quality.
How do you market properties?
Properties appear on 8 portals including Rightmove and Zoopla, plus local press and our national network of 750+ affiliated offices.
Do you provide mortgage assistance?
Yes, our FCA-regulated advisors offer independent mortgage guidance, working with major lenders to secure competitive rates for buyers.
