JG Property Consultants
What we do . . .
Welcome to JG Property Consultants
John Gearing FRICS is a qualified Chartered Surveyor and has 47 years' experience in property at General Practice level including both residential and commercial work.
Early working environment at Harlow Development Corporation before working with Estate Agents and Surveyors in north London, Hertfordshire and Essex.
Opened a General Practice Estate Agents and Surveyor's office in Sawbridgeworth in 1979 with partner Andrew Bibbey trading as Gearing & Bibbey before expanding into Bishop's Stortford with a second office. Practise was then sold to Black Horse Agencies in 1989.
A new business opened in Bishop's Stortford in 1991 dealing in all aspects of Commercial and Residential sales, lettings and professional matters including Building Surveys, House Buyers Report & Valuation, Surveys and Commercial Red Book
Valuations.
In 1998 the residential agency of that business was sold to Haart Estate Agents and John Gearing continued to specialise in all aspects of
Commercial and Residential Property Consultancy and associated Professional Matters. After 30 years John retired from Bishops Stortford and moved into the
Cambridgeshire countryside.
JG Property Consultants have a good broad experience in property matters generally and regard themselves as suitably qualified to advise and assist in most property matters and have experience in Court advocacy.
Home Survey
As Members of the Independent Surveyors & Valuers Association we have grasped the new Survey format introduced earlier in the year by this organisation. Designed by a group of experienced surveyors working in the field the HomeSurvey is intended to be a concise “intermediate” level report that will include advice on the general condition of the property that will summarise those major defects and shortcomings that might affect the decision to purchase. More information about 'Choosing between survey types' on the ISVA website www.surveyorsweb.co.uk
Property Advice
With proven experience spanning nearly half a century we are well placed to offer comprehensive advice covering a wide range of property problems from the old to the new.
New Home Snagging
With the speed that New Homes are erected today and the wide variety of modern building methods and materials it is not surprising that sometimes things get overlooked. Be wise and get us to check out your new home before you make your major investment.
Boundary Disputes
It is often said that good fences make good neighbours. If you are having a boundary dispute then call us for expert helpful advice.
Party Wall Awards
It is a Legal Requirement to consider this Act if you are planning any building works on a party wall or within a given distance of a neighbours building. This is a complicated piece of legislation designed to minimize problems at a later date should problems arise.
Leasehold Enfranchisement
If you own a leasehold residential property then you may want to consider how to go about buying the freehold. If that is not possible and your Lease has less than 70 years unexpired then it may be possible to extend the Lease.
Independent Expert Appointment
Sometimes you need an “Expert” on your side - sometimes in a dispute both parties agree the appointment of an Independent Expert - that's where we can help.
Lease Renewals
Is your Business Lease reaching the end of it's term? Whether you be a Landlord or Tenant you will need expert help and advice about negotiating new terms and dealing with the thorny subject of Dilapidations. Our practical approach to these matters can save you time and money not to mention a lot of heartache. Our war chest is full of testimonials from clients thanking us for saving their sanity.
Sale of Business
We can advise you on how to best maximize your gain or minimize your loss. Call for free initial discussion.
Valuations for Probate and Dispute Resolution
We are frequently called upon to advise on market values for various purposes. Our professional skilled approach and clear report writing are appreciated for delivering exactly what is required.
Business Rates
This is a Government Tax on your property. The assesment is updated every 5 years or whenever there has been a material change. You may be paying too much because your rateable value has been wrongly assessed. We may be able to reduce your liability. Call now for a free chat.
Links
RICS - The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors
ISVA - Independent Surveyors & Valuers Association
MGOC - MG Owners Club
Three Castles Welsh Classsic Trial - Classic events for Classic Cars
The Empire Hotel - Spa Hotel in Llandudno
Contact us . . .
You can contact us using the form below or alternatively you can write to us at:
The Estate Office
Abbotsley Country Homes
Drewels Lane
Abbotsley
St Neots
PE19 6XF
Tel: 01480 474704
Fax: 01480 311182
