Keith Ian, Ware

My journey into estate agency started way back in the early 1980s after I completed a City and Guilds qualification in carpentry and joinery. I started as a weekend worker for Keith Sampford and Steve Williams (at that time running as a company called Keith Steven). Throughout the 1980s, the company grew considerably and I became branch manager of the Ware office. In the late 80s the company was sold and, for a brief spell, I became area manager for a corporate group with estate agents. Disillusioned by the corporate style of running estate agency, I approached Keith Sampford where he and I agreed to set up anew. In 1990, Keith Ian was formed. Our first office was in High Street, Cheshunt and we quickly established ourselves as a market leader in that town. Shortly after, we obtained premises in Ware, and subsequently Buntingford. The company grows from strength to strength and we have successfully been selling houses along the "A10 Corridor" since. Sadly, in 2003 we lost Keith to ill health. Keith's ethos of customer service has remained with the company and is a core value of our brand. We have experienced a rollercoaster of market places over the years, from slumps and then booms in the market. Over the years, I have seen fluctuating mortgage interest rate percentages, as high as the mid teens right through to the current rates, of which are below 2%. I remain passionate, motivated and continue striving to provide levels of service rarely experienced within our industry.

My passion and enthusiasm is driven by the people that I meet on a day to day basis. Every client is a new story, a fresh relationship and an opportunity to guide each individual towards achieving their life goal; be that finding their perfect family home or selling a property to begin their next journey. My experience in estate agency began in 2005 at a small independent company in Hertfordshire as a Trainee Negotiator. The next 9 years were spent climbing the management ladder to reach my goal as Branch Manager which I have thoroughly enjoyed since. I joined Keith Ian in April 2020 and over the past couple of months we have gone from strength to strength through what is a very interesting market.

I have been with Keith Ian since 2006 and in my time have worked across all 3 branches and in both the lettings and sales departments. I pride myself on the customer service that I offer as no 2 clients are the same. I have lived in the local area my whole life so have great knowledge of all our branch home towns of Buntingford, Cheshunt and Ware. Over my time in the industry I have worked in many different market situations so have great experience in selling houses in all types of market conditions.

I've always felt greatly rewarded by helping those around me. From any walk of life, on any journey, I strive to make others' lives easier and assist in any way possible. My career in estate agency started in January 2020, and I thoroughly enjoy creating new bonds and relationships with all who I connect with. My true passion is to help and guide those in their house hunting journey, as nothing beats the feeling of a happy client who is even happier with their new home. With the market being as tough as ever, I will strive to take the stress out of moving!