Patrick Hester to lead Ringwood and Verwood branch in south west England
Meyers Estate Agents’ latest franchisee has said the “timing was right” to start his own business, having previously worked for estate agents such as Austin & Wyatt, Winkworth and Allsopp and Allsopp.
Patrick Hester, now owner of Meyers’ Ringwood and Verwood franchise in the south west of England, says: “I’ve always wanted to run my own estate agency and now, with 10 years’ experience in both the UK and abroad, the timing was right.
“I worked with some of the Meyers’ franchisees in other firms a few years ago, more recently following their progress and success with Meyers.
“I’m from Poole originally and know the surrounding area well, so when the opportunity became available to run the Meyers franchise for Ringwood and Verwood it was the perfect choice.”
According to Patrick, the past two years have demonstrated that a high street presence is not a prerequisite for success for an estate agent.
“Even before the pandemic, I remember sitting in a branch office at my old firm without a customer setting foot through the door for at least a fortnight,” he says.
“I really like the Meyers’ modern model as instead the emphasis is on taking advantage of technology and adding intelligent, high quality marketing and a level of professionalism which is creating a new vision of estate agency.
“Bespoke services, attention to detail and focus on the customer is paramount and it ensures clients always get the best outcome.
“I’m now super excited to be starting my new venture with Meyers and offering higher standards of service to those wishing to buy or sell a property.”
Mark Meyer, Meyers’ CEO, says: “Our franchisees have been able to become award winners and market leaders in their locations without any high street visibility at all.
“Because we keep our overheads low, it means we can invest in better marketing, more advertising and all the right technology platforms to sell property quickly on behalf of our customers.
“Our bespoke solution built over many years of piloting and testing provides real results.
“We’re also recognised for the effort and commitment to go the extra mile for our customers and that we genuinely care for our clients, looking after their best interests during what can be a stressful time in their lives.
“Our approach has proved hugely popular over the years and now we welcome Patrick to help grow the Meyers brand and reputation in the region.
“His enthusiasm, experience and competence will ensure that for customers choosing Meyers in Ringwood and Verwood, it will be the best move they make.”