Business Details
31 Years
experience
Carlisle Property Sales & Lettings Experts
Homesearch Direct has been providing residential property sales and lettings services in north Cumbria since 1995. Our team combines local expertise with modern marketing techniques to deliver honest, value-driven solutions for buyers, sellers, landlords, and tenants. With over 60 years of collective experience, we prioritise transparency and client satisfaction, avoiding empty promises in favour of realistic market appraisals and tailored support.Our services include competitive fixed-fee sales, property management, financial advice partnerships, and auction services. We maintain strong relationships with local solicitors and professionals to ensure seamless transactions. Operating from our Carlisle office, we serve Carlisle and surrounding districts with a personal approach that values long-term client relationships over short-term gains.
Services
Residential Sales
Property Lettings
Property Management
Auction Services
Financial Advice
Conveyancing Support
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of local property market experience
- Our competitive fixed-fee sales packages deliver value
- We provide honest valuations without unrealistic promises
- Our team offers deep knowledge of north Cumbria's property market
- We maintain transparent communication throughout transactions
What people say
Professional service
Quick property sales
Dedicated staff
Honest approach
Excellent communication
Services
Residential Sales
Our residential sales service combines local market expertise with modern marketing techniques to achieve optimal property valuations. We offer competitive fixed-fee packages, professional photography, and 3D floorplans to showcase properties effectively. With over 25 years of experience in Carlisle and north Cumbria, our team provides honest valuations and transparent transaction processes, ensuring sellers achieve the best possible outcomes while maintaining compliance with all property regulations.
Property Lettings
Homesearch Direct's lettings service connects landlords with suitable tenants through comprehensive property marketing and rigorous referencing processes. We offer competitive rental packages with no let-no fee options, along with property inspections and rent collection services. Our local knowledge helps property owners maximise rental income while ensuring compliance with all landlord-tenant regulations, supported by detailed inventory management and ongoing tenant communication.
Property Management
Our property management solutions provide landlords with comprehensive support including tenant referencing, rent collection, and property maintenance coordination. We offer regular landlord updates and handle all aspects of tenancy administration while maintaining strict compliance with client money protection regulations. With dedicated support staff and transparent reporting, we ensure property owners can rely on consistent returns while minimising their day-to-day management responsibilities.
Auction Services
Our auction partnership provides a fast-track property sales option with guaranteed completion within 28 days. We collaborate with local auction specialists to offer this alternative selling method, which includes security deposits from buyers and regular auction events in Carlisle. This service suits vendors seeking quick sales without chain complications, supported by our expertise in preparing properties for auction and managing the entire transaction process.
Financial Advice
Through our partnerships with local financial advisors, we provide mortgage guidance tailored to individual buyer circumstances. Our service connects clients with experienced advisors who can source suitable mortgage products from thousands of available schemes. We help buyers navigate the complex mortgage landscape while maintaining transparency about costs and requirements, ensuring clients find appropriate financing solutions that match their specific property purchase needs.
People
Steven Taylor
Director
Steven has directed Homesearch Direct since 2002, developing extensive local property market expertise. His honest approach and attention to detail have earned him respect in the Cumbrian housing sector, particularly for accurate market appraisals and client-focused service delivery.
Nial Scott
Director
As co-director, Nial oversees operational aspects of the business with over 20 years' experience in property transactions. He specialises in ensuring smooth sales processes and maintaining the company's commitment to honest valuations and client satisfaction.
Kerry Ward
Administration Manager
Kerry has provided essential administrative support since 1996, ensuring efficient office operations. Her organisational skills contribute significantly to the smooth running of property transactions and client communications.
Questions
What areas do you cover?
We primarily operate in Carlisle and surrounding areas of north Cumbria, providing property services across the region.
What selling fees do you charge?
We offer competitive fixed-fee selling packages with no hidden charges. Specific pricing details can be provided upon request.
How quickly can you sell my property?
Our average sale time is significantly faster than industry standards, with many properties selling within weeks of listing.
Do you offer rental management services?
Yes, we provide comprehensive property management services including tenant referencing, rent collection, and maintenance coordination.
Can you help with mortgage arrangements?
We partner with local financial advisors to help clients find suitable mortgage solutions tailored to their specific needs.
Reviews (5)
Louise Forwood
Oct 21, 2021
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Great service and communication. Very helpful during viewings and always available to answer questions during purchasing process.
Karen Raynor
Jul 07, 2021
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All staff very friendly, helpful, great service, good value and highly recommend, they are why local independent business's are the best to deal with... the customer is important to them, if your selling, buying, landlord, tenant you know you will get the best here.
Stuart & Emma Dent
Jun 07, 2021
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So as a generation bought up on the fact we aren't supposed to like estate agents. These guys have been amazing and been there every step of the way in our house purchase
Janice Duffy
Dec 12, 2020
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Positive:Professionalism,Responsiveness
Steven, Linda and the team thank you so much for your amazing service. So professional, knowledgeable and extremely helpful. They assisted us every step of the way in buying our new home in Carlisle. We would recommend them every day of the week. A great team and a pleasure doing business with them.
Steven, Linda and the team thank you so much for your amazing service. So professional, knowledgeable and extremely helpful. They assisted us every step of the way in buying our new home in Carlisle. We would recommend them every day of the week. A great team and a pleasure doing business with them.
A. C.
Dec 10, 2020
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I recommend Linda, Steven and the team highly. They made the process as stress free as it can be, they are super helpful and extremely friendly. I would use them again, 100% and recommend them to anyone selling or buying. Excellent company overall.
