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    Featuring in 'The Best Estate Agent Guide', Lancasters Independent Estate Agents are an award winning, family run Estate Agent based in Horwich, Bolton. We have been exclusively chosen by the 'Guild of Property Professionals' as their agent for Horwich.  Dealing only in sales, we cover Horwich, Bolton and all surrounding areas.  Check our our google reviews to see what our customers have to say about us!
    Click through the links on the left to find out more about us.


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    How about following us on social media...
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    www.facebook.com/lancastersEA

    www.instagram.com/lancasters_property

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Why choose Lancasters....
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    GOLD AWARD WINNERS - THE BEST ESTATE AGENT GUIDE 
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     With over 25 years experience in selling properties in and around Horwich, Lancasters have outstanding knowledge of the local property market. We have a team of friendly staff, dedicated to making the selling process as stress free and as smooth as possible. Having featured in the Best Estate Agent Guide for four of the last five years, you can be sure to receive the best in marketing, customer service and results.

    We offer free no obligation valuations that are fully tailored to your needs and provide comparable evidence at all times to support our valuations.

    We market properties on a variety of online platforms, including social media.

    We offer all the following as standard when selling your home:
    - professional photographs
    - floorplans
    - marketing advice
    - regular communication and viewing feedback
    - advertising in our eye-catching window display
    - no tie in period
    - 100% no sale no fee
    - targeted marketing via our mailing lists
    - accompanied viewings by staff who know the property
    - advertising via social media
    - QR codes on our 'for sale' boards
    - drone and virtual tours available as required
    - dedicated sales progression

    And all of this comes with competitive fees.

    Call us today on 01204 697919 or visit the valuation page on our website to book in your valuation. We look forward to hearing from you. In the meantime, to see what our clients say, read our testimonials below.
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    Here's what our customers have to say....

    It is said that moving is one of the most stressful things to do, however the team at Lancasters work tirelessly to ensure that everything is looked after throughout the process, keeping in regular communication along the way. Their friendly professional approach really helps put you at ease and gives you confidence that they are working in your best interests. Every member of the team I had contact with did their utmost to help. The personal touches they offer enhance the experience. When it came time to hand over my keys once the sale had completed, I felt like I was saying farewell to friends. (Ms G)

    From my initial meeting with Ben it was evident Lancasters were the right Estate Agent for us. His expertise and knowledge of local market trends proved invaluable to ensure we were marketing our property at the right price. Lancasters deliver what they promise.. and more. (Mr and Mrs E)

    Lancasters were by far the best estate agent I dealt with in my search for a new home. Even before finding a house , which being marketed by them and at a realistic price , my experience was fantastic. Always willing to help with any queries , kept me fully updated and just made the whole process easy. (J.C.)

    We recently used Lancasters to sell our house! We are so glad that we chose them out of the many other estate agents in Horwich as they well and truly exceeded our expectations, whilst also working through unprecedented times. They were not pushy when providing an estimate, photos were taken by a professional photographer, weekly updates were provided on our sale and purchase and they were always friendly and willing to help! If we ever needed to sell again we would choose them and we will be recommending them to our friends too. Thanks for the A star service Lancasters! (Ms P)




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Looking to buy in Horwich and surrounding areas?
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    We would love to find you your dream home.
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    If you aren't already on our mailing list then email us or call us on 01204 697919 and let us know exactly what you are looking for, whether it be a specific number of bedrooms, a garden, a specific road or simply a price range - we can tailor your needs to the properties we are marketing and keep you up to date with any new properties we take on - maybe even before they have 'gone live'.

    We offer accompanied viewings on all properties and provide in depth information about each home. We can be available at evenings and weekends too to suit your needs.

    Of course, if you are looking to sell your home, visit the valuation page on our website to find out about the extensive service we offer, all at competitive fees!!

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Friends of Lancasters...
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    Joanne Ramsden Financial Services
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    At Joanne Ramsden Financial Solutions Ltd we will take the time to gather your information to assess which lenders will look more favourably at your situation and where we can place your mortgage to get you the most suitable mortgage for your needs.

    Based on the information you provide us we will advise on affordability without a credit check in order to preserve your credit score. This will save you time as you will only complete one set of details and we will search the lenders for you.

    Once you have found a house we will liaise with the estate agent, solicitor and lender to help make a smooth home purchase transaction.

    We have access to thousands of mortgages available in the UK and will find the most suitable for your individual criteria.

    A fee of £295 is payable on application and is non refundable. We will also be paid commission from the provider.

    You will receive a key facts illustration when considering a particular mortgage, which will tell you about any fees relating to it. You also have the right to request an illustration for any mortgage we offer.

    Your property may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage.

    01204 465 524

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    The Mortgage Experts
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    About Saving-You.com - The Mortgage Experts

    Hello, we are a young, (at heart) small team of fully qualified Financial Advisors based in Manchester, Leigh, Horwich, Chorley, Preston & Accrington. We have been trading since 2005, however our most experience advisor started over 26 years ago! We genuinely want to help you get the best possible mortgage for your circumstances. 

     We offer no obligation home visits 9am - 8pm at our own expense, 7 days a week. We are proud of our relationships with local industry professionals and work closely with Solicitors, Surveyors and Estate Agents, from Manchester to Preston. We speak your language. We are normal people (well not really, we are financial superheroes, but don't tell anybody, its a secret) We listen first, complete a full "fact find" then advise and recommend. Just like if you were going to your own bank. If you choose not to listen, that's ok too! (although we do ask that the TV is turned off when we visit) 

     We love to speak with first time buyers, before they get overwhelmed by the corporate salesforce. We will hold your hand through the "scary" world of house buying. If your moving, getting divorced (we wont tell the other half if you haven't) or looking to invest in property, we know all about that too. 

     Give us a call, you wont be disappointed. All our advisors are minimum CeMAP 123. (That means we can legally talk to you about your mortgage!) We all know lots and lots about Insurance. Nobody WANTS insurance, until you NEED it! No hard sell we promise, just good honest advice.

    We even have "special" insurance for company directors, which can save them loads of money. (if you know one, tell them about us)

    info@saving-you.com

    01257 368479



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Lancasters Estate Agents - meet our team
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    Ben Washington - Director
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    Ben has been part of the furniture at Lancasters since 2001.  Having progressed from Sales Negotiator to Valuer, he took over the business with his wife Katy in May 2015.  He has exceptional knowledge of the area, is honest to a fault and has a keen eye for detail.  He works hard for his clients, being available at all hours of the day!  His beard is ever changing and when he isn't in the office or with his 2 young children he loves nothing more than catching a few mackerel in North Wales.

    If Ben were to be a house he would be: a cottage by the sea...nothing fancy, so long as it has a kettle to make as much tea as he can drink!



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    Anita Watson - Customer Service Representative
    Anita joined the team in August 2019. Having previously worked both in the legal and conveyancing sector and at another busy estate agents, she arrived with a wealth of knowledge and experience. She is exceptionally organised and her knowledge of the buying and selling processes make her a priceless addition to our Lancasters family. Her priority is looking after our clients and her customer services are second to none. She can be found on the front desk, keeping everything in the office running smoothly whilst drinking coffee out of her Bolton Wanderers mug!

    If Anita were to be a house she would be: a beach side town house, so she can start and end her day relaxing, looking out at the sea and enjoy balmy evenings sat on the veranda with a drink of choice in hand, or eating at one of the beachfront restaurants.
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    Helen Guest - Sales Negotiator
    Helen joined our team in July 2016 and amazed us all by how well she took to her role,.  Her friendly nature and methodical approach enables her to deliver a first class service to clients. She has a real flair for understanding what our clients want when they are house hunting and as such has managed to match buyers to homes on numerous occasions.  

    If Helen were to be house she would be: a beach house overlooking the Pacific Rim National Park on Vancouver Island on a stormy day.  Heaven!!! 
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    Emma Moore - Sales Progression Coordinator
    Emma joined us in 2022 with a wealth of experience in the new build sector. She has excelled in her role as our dedicated Sales Progression Coordinator, having the perfect level of compassion and determination to guide our clients, whilst ensuring that the all important completion is achieved.
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    Jason Beales
    Jason joined the team in 2022 as a Junior Estate Agent Apprentice. Having no previous experience in the industry, but with a real passion for property sales, he has already shown fantastic potential. His personal approach and enthusiasm can be seen by the team and clients alike.
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    Katy Washington - Director

    Katy, along with Ben became Director at Lancasters in May 2015. Her role is largely that of marketing and advertising. Her creative input and knowledge of other industries and small businesses enables a different perspective on customer service. She is always looking to break from the norm and strives to develop the business and challenge the perception of the 'typical estate agent'!

    If Katy were to be a house she would be: a family home by the sea, where the sun always shines and she isn't far from the waves lapping at her toes!


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    Hear from our lovely clients....
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      At Lancasters, our key priority is customer service.  We are always on hand to offer support and advice to our buyers and sellers and keep in regular contact with them throughout the progression of a sale.  However, don't just take it from us, have a read for yourself...

    Testimonials from Sellers

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      Thank you Ms G (Dec 2022)

      It is said that moving is one of the most stressful things to do, however the team at Lancasters work tirelessly to ensure that everything is looked after throughout the process, keeping in regular communication along the way. Their friendly professional approach really helps put you at ease and gives you confidence that they are working in your best interests. Every member of the team I had contact with did their utmost to help. The personal touches they offer enhance the experience. When it came time to hand over my keys once the sale had completed, I felt like I was saying farewell to friends. 
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      You are welcome Lucy B (Dec 2022)

      We sold our house with Lancasters back in May. It sold very quickly after a large number of viewings. I was extremely impressed by the way they marketed the property. Ben's initial visit was very comprehensive, he was polite, knowledgeable and very professional.Everything was organised very quickly and efficiently. The photos they took were excellent and the best of any other local estate agent I know of. They really helped to get the viewings.On viewing day everything was handled very professionally from start to finish. We were kept updated throughout and offered advice throughout.I would thoroughly recommend Lancasters to sell your property. They are the best in the business.
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      Thanks Samantha
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      We recently used Lancasters Estate Agent to sell our house, and I was incredibly impressed with the service provided by them.  When we started the process, we got 3 local estate agency to value our house and Lancasters stood out to us the most. Ben valued our house and didn't pressure us into using them, or he did not use any dodgy sales tactics to get our business like one of the other local estate agency did. Ben valued our house professionally, gave us all the information we needed, and then gave us the time to think about whether we wanted to use them. There was no pressure from them at all. Once we had choose Lancasters, the process to getting our house on the market was really quick and professional. If I ever had any questions, Lancasters was really quick at responding and answering any of our concerns. We had quite a lot of buyers view our house, and it was during lockdown when viewings were taking place. The person doing the viewings always made sure everyone wore masks and they would wipe down any surfaces anyone had touched once the buyers had left. We sold our house within a month thanks to Lancasters, and our buyer hadn't come to view our house. Our buyer was viewing another local house and Lancasters suggested to her she view ours whilst in the area and it resulted in a sale.Once the sale was agreed, the process to completion did take some time but this was no fault of Lancasters but the solicitors involved in the sale. Danielle at Lancasters was exceptional. She was constantly chasing both solicitors to ensure the process was moving so I never had to chase our solicitor once because Danielle was always on the case and she was always in touch with me to keep me updated on the progress. I would defiantly recommend Lancasters and use them in the future.
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      Wow, thank you Mr and Mrs E (November 2023)
      We really could not fault Ben and the team at Lancasters. The service they provided throughout the sale of our property was nothing short of exceptional.  The amount of time and effort put in by the whole team to ensure the sale ran as smoothly as possible was commendable.  Our property sold within 3 weeks of it being on the market which is all down to the team going above & beyond, which far exceeded expectations.  
      From my initial meeting with Ben it was evident Lancasters were the right Estate Agent for us. His expertise and knowledge of local market trends proved invaluable to ensure we were marketing our property at the right price. 

      A big thank you to Anita who worked tirelessly with the countless viewings. Her experience in negotiating also ensured we were offered the best price.  Also thanks to Jason for the continued communication, who along with Anita showed such a high level of respect for our property during viewings (making sure shoes were removed, turning lights off upon leaving etc etc)

      During finalisation (conveyance and completion) Emma's continued communication between the purchasers, solicitors and ourselves ensured we were navigated through this part of the process with ease. She provided regular updates and advice to ensure everything remained on track, despite a few obstacles along the way regards the chain we were in.  Myself and my husband shall be eternally grateful for all your hard work, professionalism and honesty.  

      Lancasters deliver what they promise.. and more.

    Testimonials from Buyers

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      Thank you Maciej        (Nov 2021)

      We recently bought a house through Lancaster's and it was a pleasure to deal with them. From the first visit to collecting the keys they were always very good at communicating and Danielle was exceptional when it came to finilising the deal and chasing for information from agents/solicitors. Would happily recommend them.
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      Thank you Darren     (October 2021)

      We bought our house with Lancaster estate agency, the service and communication was excellent . If I come to sell in the future I would use them.
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      You are welcome Michelle
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      Lancasters were nothing short of fabulous. Very helpful, proactive and knowledgeable when guiding you through the process-which ultimately has it's ups and downs! Can't thank the team enough but especially Anita for all her support throughout. Best experience of an estate agent we have had-highly recommend.
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      That's a hige compliment, thank you. Ms G (Oct 23)
      Lancaster Independent Estates - they are on the ball, very informative, excellent customer service and professional to a 'T' The best estate agents we have ever dealt with.
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