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ABOUT US

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We at Direct Moves are a leading independent estate agency covering Weymouth, Portland, Dorchester, and surrounding areas. Our highly driven and professional team, comprised of Emma Hughes, Barry Barnes, Aidan, Ryan, Ricky, Jonathan, and Georgia offers a comprehensive and personalised service. With over 90 years of combined experience, we leverage extensive online marketing, listing all properties on Rightmove, Zoopla, and social media platforms. We provide high-quality marketing materials, including proffesional photos, floor plans, measurements, and detailed property write-ups. We offer tailored marketing packages to suit individual client needs and have consistently been one of the highest performing agents in the area for over 27 years. Our commitment extends to a professional after-sales service, ensuring all sales are carefully monitored through to exchange and completion. Our experienced valuation team, led by Company Director Barry Barnes and Valuation Manager Aidan Terry, offers free property valuations, providing expert guidance on the current market and tailored sales strategies to suit each client. We emphasise a professional yet friendly approach, going above and beyond other estate agents to deliver exceptional service throughout the entire process.

Office Opening Hours

9 AM- 6 PM Monday to Friday

9 AM - 5 PM Saturday

Closed Sunday

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We are property experts of Weymouth and Portland with unrivalled experience and knowledge, specialising in residential valuations and sales. We pride ourselves in offering free advice, expert knowledge and through our years of experience, we can tailor make our service depending on the needs of each client. Sales are more complex than ever, meaning that our experience is so valuable to progressing every sale through in the smoothest manner. Our team are hand picked for their understanding, compassion and communication, which is crucial to a successful sale. Trust us to guide you through every step of the process with professionalism and care!

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Local Knowledge and Experience Counts.

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Local knowledge.
If you're looking for your perfect property, our experience and knowledge of the local area is outstanding, our team are largely local residents, born and bred in Weymouth town. What they can't tell you about the town isn't worth knowing.

to find out information on all our very latest properties to hit the market, we recommend the following:-

Are you Registered with us? You should be! Never mind our state of the art software...our state of the art team are passionate and efficient and will make it their business to get you the perfect home, they will keep you updated of any new instructions matching your requirements, they will contact you regularly whether we have something suitable or not, just so that you know how important you are to us.

Regularly check our Rightmove, Zoopla and social media pages.

Like our pages on Facebook & Instagram for all our up to date, brand new properties and also property highlights videos yet to hit the market.

Check out our website which is regularly updated throughout the day.

Local relevant business relationships.
We can recommend first-rate, relevant local companies, saving you the bother of searching or choosing the wrong one. These independent companies' reputations are excellent locally, we wouldn't recommend inefficiency. We can put you in touch with an excellent Independent Financial Adviser, Solicitors, Energy Assessor, Lettings agent, Surveyors and other property services. Ask us and we can point you in the right direction.

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Excellent Working Relationships

We are lucky enough to have excellent working relationships with a variety of efficient, independent local companies to whom we can refer you. Should you require advice, we would recommend several companies including -
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Mortgage Services and Financial Advice

Whether you are a first time buyer or building a portfolio of houses, mortgages can be more complicated than they first appear. Understanding the mortgage rates, features and terms of the lender can be time consuming and stressful.

Our Independent Mortgage Advisers can advise on all products across the market ensuring that we find the right mortgage for you.

About CJ Mortgage Hub Ltd

We are delighted to recommend CJ Mortgage Hub Ltd to our clients. They offer a jargon free approach to clients and their communication is second to none. They have access to thousands of mortgage products and offer initially free advice.

A word from Christopher Philbrick, Director of CJ Mortgage Hub Ltd:

"Having started my journey over a decade ago at Direct Moves as an apprentice estate agent, I am delighted to now be back and help assist Direct Moves clients with their mortgage and protection needs. I pride myself on communication and ensuring that every client understands each step of the house buying and mortgage process. I understand that not every ones circumstances are the same, so I offer bespoke advice to each and every client and alleviate the stress form the mortgage process by doing the hard work for you."
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Lettings

Direct Moves are delighted to be in collaboration with The Letting Agent (Dorset) Ltd, who offer a large range of services for both established Landlords and for those who are new to the 'buy to let' business

The Letting Agent (Dorset) Ltd. was established by Managing Director Julie Coffey (MARLA) in January 2015, having previously worked in the lettings industry in Dorset for over ten years and gaining extensive knowledge of the area and considerable experience in the lettings industry

What makes them different? They genuinely care about providing a highly professional and reliable service to both landlords and tenants, whilst still maintaining the personal touch. They believe that it is vital that letting agents build a good relationship with their clients, based on trust.

All their property management and accounts are carried out in-house, enabling them to build a real rapport with both landlords and tenants. They will deliver the service that they promise at a reasonable cost. By keeping company overheads low, they are able to pass these savings on to their clients, making their fees extremely competitive. Please be assured, lower fees do not mean they compromise on the standard of service provided, they only use local, reputable contractors for their property management, helping keep costs lower and service levels high

Give them a call on 01305 534299 or email julie@thelettingsagent.net
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Chartered Surveyors

Christmas and Brugge. Residential, commercial and professional. Dorchester 01305 264917 Are able to provide a bespoke property surveying service to prospective purchasers or existing homeowners. They offer a wide range of property services from witness reports, building party wall advice and property valuations to preparing dilapidation's and schedules of conditions. They have been practicing for over twenty years in Dorset .

Jim Bartram of James Roland Bartram Chartered Surveyors , based in Bridport has a post graduate qualification in Conservation and does expert witness work in addition to homebuyer reports and building surveys.

He is best contacted on 07918676756

jrbartram@btinternet.com

www.bridport-surveyors.co.uk
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EPC assesor

GREEN ENERGY CONSULTANTS LTD is an established independent firm run by Mark Green. Mark provides EPC's (Energy Performance Certificates) and Floor Plans in Dorset. He provides accurate reports with the minimum delay.
Contact - 01258 480546

mobile - 07894222375

email - info@greenec.co.uk

website - www.greenec.co.uk
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We are lucky enough to have some fantastic conveyancing companies in our local area, and we are more than happy to recommend any of the following for a great service for any of your conveyancing needs.:-

Wessex Conveyancing 01305 778271

Nantes 01305 771000

Mustoe Shorter 01305 752700

Battens 01305 774666

Pengillys 01305 764444

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Emma Hughes - Director and Co Founder

Emma heads Direct Moves sales team and is hands on with every property transaction from listing to exchange of contracts, clients describe Emma's service as "absolutely excellent from beginning to end". She personally sees the process to completion once a buyer has been found.
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Barry Barnes - Director and Co Founder

Barry specialises in residential and commercial valuing in Weymouth, Dorchester, Portland and surrounds. He offers current valuations and local property and provides a professional quality service to every client and has unrivalled experience in logical, methodical assessment of property.
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Aidan Terry - Valuation manager

Aidan is a key member of the team having been with us since 2019. Highly driven, he likes to get things done! In his spare time, he loves to follow his favourite football team which he prefers not to speak about!...
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Ryan Drage - Branch manager

Ryan is our branch manager having been with us for over four years. Quick-witted, he excels in customer relations and communications. In his spare time, Ryan enjoys spending time with his wife and daughter and experimenting with cooking at home!
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Ricky Steel - Sales manager

Ricky is a highly dedicated member of the team with over 7 years with Direct Moves. His role within the company is all rounds sales ensuring all clients are looked after throughout the buying & selling process. In his spare time, he loves to spend time with his daughter.
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Jonathan Shaw - Sales advisor

Jonathan has made a fantastic start to his new career as a sales advisor. Rocking up in his classic car and professional suits he fits right in to our well rounded team. We look forward to watching him grow in his new role.

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Gold Award Winning Customer Services

We frequently receive glowing reports from clients and buyers. We are proud to publish a selection of current and past reports. It is thanks to the dedication and skill of all of the Direct Moves Dorset Team, that makes this possible.

Testimonials from Sellers

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First Class

Emma and the team at Direct Moves are first-class from point of sale to completion. They always keep me informed of progress and are always on hand throughout. I have sold and purchased several properties and continue to be impressed by the service provided. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this company and will continue to use their services. Thanks again for the completion of my latest sale and purchase - Mrs Gray
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Helpful & professional

The whole team are helpful and professional. We have bought 2 houses through Direct Moves and, from a buyer's perspective, found them to be honest, dynamic and full of integrity. We dealt mostly with Emma who is dedicated, proactive and a great communicator. We have no hesitation in recommending them - Sarah Baker
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Surpass any agents I have used before

Dear Emma and team, I am writing to thank you all for such a highly professional and efficient service from start to finish. It was a very lengthy process, but we got there in the end! Communication was excellent and you really did surpass any agents I have used before. I would have no hesitation in recommending you to my family or friends - Fiona Baker
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Dedicated & Professional Company

It has been such fun being part of the Direct Moves Family for my house sale, Barry, Ben and Benjamin (aka Direct Moves Direction the boy band) have been very patient and obliging. But housing transactions are serious business and this is a totally dedicated and professional company, when the chips were down Emma was cool, calm and absolutely committed to ensuring a good outcome. Thank you all so much - Wendy Grant
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Whole heartedly recommend them

I have just sold my fifth property in a row through DIRECT MOVES. Through the years Emma and her team have consistently been friendly, efficient and genuine and always get the job done whatever the difficulties! I wholeheartedly recommend them including on cost. Dear Emma. It's about time I did this so this is what I would like to say. You are welcome to put it where you like if you are happy with it. Thanks again for another success and all the very best to you all!! Harvey Doctors
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You have been amazing

WOW! You have been amazing! You have sold our house within 7 days of it going on the market! Thank you for your enthusiasm, care, good humour and above all professionalism which made this possible and helped us through the process of what is a stressful time. Mr & Mrs Angus -
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Nothing less than excellent service

I would like to thank you and you're the amazing team for nothing less than excellent service. From selling our house in under 4 hours to finding us the new home that we love! Dan was so accommodating throughout both transactions and a true credit to direct moves! I spoke to a number of your colleagues and they were all so polite I can't name all of them as my memory not great where names are concerned but John was also particularly helpful! - Jules Park
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I would strongly recommend Direct Moves

I used Direct Moves to sell my property and purchase another one and I was very happy with how they handled both the sale and the purchase. They managed to sell my property for the full asking price and the sale was completed within 2 months of putting it on the market. With regards to purchasing a property they managed to successfully negotiate a lower price as the survey found a couple of minor issues with the property. I would strongly recommend Direct Moves to anyone who is considering selling their property. Kind regards, Rhys Evans

Testimonials from Buyers

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Very helpfull

I found Emma and the team very helpful in getting my purchase completed in an exceptional time given the current environment. Without their help and assistance, I would still be waiting. Thank you - Gavin Lamb
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Incredibly Supportive

Good morning Emma, I wanted to email to thank you for all your hard work in driving things forward with the sale/purchase, despite several hurdles. You've been incredibly supportive and helpful. We're elated that we'll soon be moving at last! - Naomi Wilcox
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Cheerful Professional attitude.

I would like to thank all of the team at Direct Moves Weymouth for a splendid job in finding me my new home, which I am so, so happy with ¿¿. Emma, I would like to thank you especially, you kept me up to date with everything and your cheerful professional attitude was second to none. I highly recommend Direct Moves Weymouth for a stress-free, professional and friendly service. Kind regards Edgar -
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Pleasure to deal with Direct Moves

I just wanted to thank you all for making my purchase in Charlton Down so effortless. I was very pleased to have met Ben Bond as he showed me a very suitable property but I did not prefer the location. When the house in Charlton Down came up Ben knew my requirements and made every effort to show me the property. He also managed to secure it for me before the agreed day which allowed me to confirm my offer. The period before the exchange was long and painful but once again I received great support from Ben, Dan and especially Emma who reassured me as I waited to exchange. This teamwork meant I could deal with anyone in the office with confidence and they all knew my purchase details and this was very reassuring. It has been a real pleasure to deal with Direct Moves - thank you!John Murphy
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Your Strength & Patience was such a help

We would like to thank all at Direct Moves for their help during our purchase of 168 Chickerell Road, it was a very complex and stressful situation and your strength and patience was such a help in getting to exchange. Thank you all very very much, Graham & Maddy Childs
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You have never disappointed

Dear Emma, John, Dan and the whole team at Weymouth direct moves. Thank you for all your help in the purchase of 4 White Rose Court. As always your service, professionalism and communication have been second to none. I've now used your services to buy and sell a few properties now and you have never disappointed and I would, and have recommended you 100%. Thank you again. Rob Manvell
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Incredibly helpful with assisting me

Direct Moves were incredibly helpful in assisting me with the purchase of my first house. From the moment I got in contact with them, they did whatever they could to help me. The sales team notified me of new properties they had coming onto the market before they went online which was useful and made me feel like they valued my interests. The viewing times and days were flexible, which was of great help to me because I worked away in the week and they catered to my needs. After the offer was agreed on on my property I was kept up to date by the post-sales teams and they were extremely professional, they answered any questions I had and worked hard to pursue any queries I had on the property. All in all, they made the experience of buying my first property a lot easier and less stressful than I imagined it would be. I cannot thank Direct Moves enough for the work they have done for me. Mr Rogers
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Your voice of reason went a long way

Dear Emma, Many thanks for your email and apologies for not being as prompt with the reply as you were to write to us! As I'm sure you appreciate, we first celebrated the end to the long drawn out conveyancing process and have since been rather preoccupied with arrangements and packing. Your professionalism throughout, calmness and voice of reason in the midst of what seemed like chaos, went a long way to helping us get through it. Please pass on our thanks and best wishes to all your team who have dealt with us in whatever capacity over the last few months. I have dropped a note to Mr and Mrs Wallace but hope you will also wish them good luck from us for a smooth move. We are very much looking forward to joining the community down on the coast. Our very best wishes to the whole team, Rob and Cathy Sage-
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A breath of fresh air

Dear Dan I feel that I should write to you to congratulate your staff in the handling of our purchase in crescent street Weymouth your staff were always on hand and were happy to go the extra mile to ensure the purchase was kept on track. I would not hesitate in recommending your services. A breath of fresh air in this industry one again big thanks and I look forward to dealing with you in the future. Kind regards Paul Neville-Jones
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Helpful & Professional throughout our search

We are very impressed with the Direct Moves team. You have been helpful and professional towards us throughout our search. This considerably reduced the stress levels, which were due to the distance we had to travel from our present home and the limited time that we had to look for a suitable property while we were in the Weymouth area. Thank you once again. See you in two weeks, when we collect our keys. Best wishes to you all. Margaret & Norman Hunt.
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John was always very helpful

I would like to thank John Wilson and everyone at Direct Moves for their help and assistance whilst purchasing my first property. John helped to negotiate a price with the vendors that were in my range. He was always very helpful in answering any questions and setting up further viewings. The whole process seemed effortless and went through without any problems. I would highly recommend Direct Moves to anyone looking to sell or buy a property. Thank you once again! - Juliet Frampton -
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Great communication & expert advice

Thankyou so much to everyone at Direct Moves for all of your help and patience throughout the sale of my property and the purchase of my new home! Particularly Dan who made the experience as stress free as possible with great communication and expert advice from his years of experience. I will definitely be recommending you to anyone who is thinking of selling a property in the future - Tori Galloway - January 2017
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thank you for all your help with all you have done

Hi Emma thank you for all your help with all you have done. If it wasn't for you and your help I wouldn't have got anywhere thank you.
Clive Haskell
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Impressed with their local knowledge

Very good selection of properties at my price range. The negotiator kindly spent 1 to 2 hours with me after usual business hours on very short notice showing me properties. The transaction has progressed more quickly than most. Direct Moves helpfully renegotiated a fair price reduction on the discovery of damp in the survey. Impressed with their local knowledge, attention to me as a buyer and their know-how. Kind regards Mr Gafsen -
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Friendliness and helpfulness

May we thank all at Direct Moves for their help in our purchase of this property. We found that throughout the time we were looking for a suitable property that Clare was in touch with us weekly and quickly alerted us to a suitable property coming on the market. The friendliness and helpfulness of all at Direct Moves took the hassle out of what can be a fraught process.
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Would have no hesitation of recommending you.

Dear Rachel I am happy to tell you that my experience with Direct Moves, with my father as a prospective buyer, has been completely positive. My father and I have been shown around retirement apartments by other agents in the town and in my opinion the experience was less than the standard I would expect. Direct Moves on the other hand have been exemplary in the handling of the viewings and negotiations. I would particularly like to say that Claire has more than gone the extra mile to make this a smooth purchase and my personal thanks to her for this. My father was so impressed that he invited her to have lunch with us at the Saxon Arms on his last visit to view the property, which unfortunately she was unable to accept. I spent some years working as a mystery shopper for a national organisation so the good and bad points in any organisation are very noticeable to me and I am acutely aware what companies expect of their staff. Had I been mystery shopping on behalf of Direct Moves the Dorchester branch would have a glowing report. I would have no hesitation in recommending Direct Moves. Many thanks to all your staff. Carolynne Howard

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