Business Details
Your Trusted Estate Agent in Shildon
F J Estates is an independent, family-run estate agency established to provide exceptional service in residential sales, lettings, and property management. Based in Shildon, we serve the entirety of County Durham, leveraging over 35 years of combined industry experience. Our dedicated team prioritizes personalized relationships, ensuring stress-free transactions for buyers, sellers, landlords, and tenants. We utilize extensive local market knowledge and modern marketing strategies, including national property portals and social media, to deliver results.Our property management services cover tenant find, referencing, and full portfolio management across the North East. We specialize in investment advice, offering insights into local areas and property condition reports. With a commitment to transparency and client satisfaction, we provide free valuations and maintain a proactive approach to property transactions.
Services
Residential Sales
Property Lettings
Property Management
Investment Advice
Free Valuations
Highlights and features
- We offer a personal and reliable service built on 35+ years of industry experience.
- Our team provides expert property management across the North East of England.
- We deliver tailored investment advice with local market insights.
- We guarantee transparent transactions with no hidden fees.
- Our proactive sales approach ensures timely property completions.
Associations and certifications
- DPS (Deposit Protection Service)
- The Property Ombudsman
- Safe Agent
What people say
Efficient and professional
Proactive communication
Stress-free transactions
Responsive maintenance
Local expertise
Services
Residential Sales
F J Estates offers comprehensive residential sales services, leveraging 35+ years of local market expertise. We provide free valuations, no-sale-no-fee agreements, and extensive marketing through national portals like Zoopla. Our team ensures transparent transactions with weekly progress updates until completion, prioritizing client satisfaction through personalized service.
Property Lettings
Our lettings service includes tenant find, referencing, and full property management across the North East. Fees start at 200+VAT for advertising, with fully managed properties charged at 10% of rent. We ensure compliance with deposit protection schemes and provide emergency maintenance support for landlords and tenants.
Property Management
We manage properties from single units to portfolios, handling rent collections, maintenance, and tenant communication. Our services include inventory management, bond administration, and regular landlord statements. With 20+ years of experience, we ensure hassle-free management while maintaining landlord-tenant relationships.
Investment Advice
F J Estates provides tailored investment advice, including area analysis and property viewings. We conduct condition reports and market appraisals to guide buyers. Our local expertise helps investors identify opportunities in County Durham's evolving property market, ensuring informed decision-making.
Free Valuations
We offer free, no-obligation property valuations with on-site inspections. Our team provides market-specific advice to help vendors set competitive prices. This service is available for both sales and rental properties, ensuring accurate pricing aligned with current market conditions.
People
Charlotte Johnson
Founder
With 15+ years in County Durham's property market, Charlotte founded FJ Lettings four years ago, expanding to F J Estates. She specializes in personalized client relationships and strategic growth.
Geraldine Raw
Sales Negotiator
Geraldine brings 19 years of property experience, excelling in sales coordination and tenant-landlord communication. Her focus on transactional efficiency ensures smooth property completions.
Carl Johnson
Property Viewings Coordinator
Carl conducts property viewings and handles maintenance, combining his role with a qualified joiner background to address technical property needs efficiently.
Questions
What areas does FJ Estates cover?
We operate across County Durham and the North East of England, with a focus on Shildon and surrounding areas.
What fees do you charge for property sales?
Our sales fee is £995.00+VAT with no upfront costs beyond an EPC, if required.
How do you handle property viewings?
Carl Johnson conducts all viewings, providing detailed property insights and addressing technical queries.
Are your lettings fees transparent?
Yes, our lettings fees start at £200+VAT for advertising, with full management at 10% of rent, clearly outlined upfront.
Do you offer investment property advice?
We provide tailored investment advice, including area analysis and property condition reports to guide purchasing decisions.
How are maintenance issues resolved?
We organize repairs promptly, with emergency contact support and regular updates to ensure tenant and landlord satisfaction.
Reviews (4)
Pat Kitchingman
Aug 23, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Responsiveness,Value
Charlotte and Geraldine are a fantastic team, any questions asked were always answered promptly. Geraldine kept us informed every step of the way with weekly updates, always in a friendly manner. Would certainly recommend to anyone and thank you for all of your support and help.
Charlotte and Geraldine are a fantastic team, any questions asked were always answered promptly. Geraldine kept us informed every step of the way with weekly updates, always in a friendly manner. Would certainly recommend to anyone and thank you for all of your support and help.
T. MacLeod
Mar 21, 2021
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Lovely family run business, helped us out when we had to move, looked after us in the 2nd house move phase. I'm disabled and they've been brilliant every step of the way helping us sort everything and making us fit right in. You couldn't find a nicer team than Geraldine and Charlotte
Maggie Stewart
Feb 28, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Responsiveness,Value
Thank you to Charlotte and Geraldine at FJ Estates for you help and guidance through our recent sale. You both took the stress out of a sad and difficult sale and we are very grateful. I would highly recommend anyone to use FJ Estates.
Thank you to Charlotte and Geraldine at FJ Estates for you help and guidance through our recent sale. You both took the stress out of a sad and difficult sale and we are very grateful. I would highly recommend anyone to use FJ Estates.
Kelly Ballan
Feb 24, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality
Great communication and service, the staff were helpful and really went the extra mile thank you FJ Estates
Great communication and service, the staff were helpful and really went the extra mile thank you FJ Estates
