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Murray Lee

Managing Director

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About Me

47 years experience
Owned Dreanview for 8 years

my expertise in the industry

47 years in residential agency

Murray's Recent Activity

No Hitman, not kicked anyone into long grass (and If I did you would lose me in their to!) We are still listing with any that offer their services. We are in constant touch with OneDome Homesearch (yesterday), Open Brix (yesterday), Rummage4 (today), Wiggywam (last week) Moovshack and many others Sadly some have not reached the position where they have attracted enough interest/traffic to bring many leads. Much can be said the same of OTM currently too. Again, I can only also repeat the we saved loads of fees with RM and Z (and on going with them) over the period and yet to see any drastic downturn in our business. However the new lockdown may have its own effects! The fact that the campaign is still being discussed, the lockdown and the winter 1/4 lets see where everyones money is in the spring? I

From: Murray Lee 16 October 2020 11:00 AM

They have also got the support of The SayNoToRightmove campaign founders and many other local independents to my area including my original 4 colleagues who initially got together in our efforts to deal with RM. All 4 of us have left (or are leaving) RM . I am sure more and more will follow once the invoices start dropping through the letterbox especially now a lot of teh London and Greater London area are in Tier 2....with worse to come? I know our bank account is thanking me

From: Murray Lee 16 October 2020 07:39 AM

Sorry I think OTM need to raise the publics awareness of the portal, not the agency media on what new plans they have. They sadly have always been 3rd and may slip further with new portals coming on line all the time. Trust me I am totally behind their premis to be the Agents Portal but they need to get more brand awareness. We also get very few enquiries from their portal and many we receive often prove a waste of time. Reading the FB page comments others find the same indicating a lot of the enquires already come through FB market place and are of poor qulity.

From: Murray Lee 15 October 2020 09:31 AM

For all the doubters... Well this is the end of the 1st “no RM “week and we are going cold turkey…. I wanted to tell you we are doing ok although it seems a tad quieter, maybe unconnected just a slow down in our area. HOWEVER I thought this might be of interest We listed a flat to rent on our page, Zooplas and thenothern postals we upload too yesterday about 5.31pm We were given the keys around mid afternoon yesterday In fairness we had had the instruction in the past but we re-instructed as sole agent after a refurbishment We managed to re-take new photos and re-list the property later in the afternoon The 1st enquiries started coming through from Zoopla (ok and 1 from OneDome) 10 mins later We had about 3-4 more soon after and again this morning Appointments were made for today and early this afternoon a deposit was paid at the full rent and the letting agreed around 430pm this afternoon Less than 24 hours after instructions and only with Zooplas help!! Im not sure we have done one quite that quickly before even when we listed on "they who shall be nameless" portal So for all those who are worried...dont be...there is a world beyond RM

From: Murray Lee 09 October 2020 17:48 PM

Now heres a man with a similar view as reported in The Negotiator "Steve Wayne, who runs estate agent firm Benjamin Stevens, says he’s unhappy about how the portal has been ‘belligerent’ in the way it has refused to engage with his agency about pricing or negotiate on fees." While we appreciate what they did for us over lockdown, we haven’t spoken to any of our reps for the last six months and that this cannot continue,” FYI to those doubters, I have seen correspondence that RM will NOT be reducing fees again and one assumes raising them when the opportunity offers itself at contract renewals

From: Murray Lee 09 October 2020 08:50 AM

With respect I have Marcus. As have Paul and David. We cancelled our contract as of 1/10. Along with Phillip Wise of Ashmore who was part of my original group. The other 2 of my original firms are trying extricate themselves from existing contracts I am also aware of some other local agents who have also left Sadly as you say, not enough So I have stood by my word.....

From: Murray Lee 08 October 2020 15:15 PM

Ive tried that, not ALL will follow, some/many have but others wont

From: Murray Lee 08 October 2020 13:20 PM

No white flag here!. And I am aware of others still leaving.Many seem to forget how much we have saved them. We may have lost a skirmish but we have not lost the war yet. As a much more balanced review in The Negotiator states “Say No To Rightmove remains committed to achieving major structural change, in particular the tariff paid to portals by the average estate agency business. The revolution that was threatened in March of this year may take a little longer to achieve, but the desire to achieve it has not waned!”

From: Murray Lee 08 October 2020 09:08 AM

A much more balanced view than from The Negotiator. Thanks Nigel

From: Murray Lee 08 October 2020 09:05 AM

Great to read this article. Who needs RM?

From: Murray Lee 21 September 2020 07:57 AM

Do you think it was cos I cancelled my subscription? 🙈😂😱

From: Murray Lee 11 September 2020 07:58 AM

Why would you not leave RM if you get this free till Jan Think of the savings No brainer?

From: Murray Lee 02 September 2020 08:55 AM

Our T&Cs were amended to follow the guidance and approved by TPO and clearly state plus VAT and the quoted payable sum includes VAT. We are advised to show a 1.5% fee as 1.8% a 2% fee as 2.4%. etc I do wish these surveys would be broader and provide a better picture of what a professional agency does

From: Murray Lee 28 August 2020 07:54 AM

Just to update For the information of the followers my notice has been served. I will now be taking advantage of the continued discount offered by Zoopla Lets see what life without Rightmove will be like (in October LOL)

From: Murray Lee 27 August 2020 13:11 PM

Their biggest mistake was not considering us 1st but last. As they may do moving forward. Past figures and results will mean nothing if they don’t treat us with more compassion now and moving forward. 3.5% and £49m loss made a small dent. The next move may bring a wrecking ball!

From: Murray Lee 08 August 2020 11:50 AM

They should see my fridge....and Im an estate agent!

From: Murray Lee 04 August 2020 13:55 PM

From: Murray Lee 23 June 2020 12:17 PM

Can we say the little man (literally) got noticed?

From: Murray Lee 23 June 2020 08:33 AM

It might not be me old mukka, but do we need to air these opinions for the public who are already as nervous as hell? Again, we are finding plenty activity and only a small correction (less than 1-2% if any at all Hardly a noticeable difference. As mentioned below and again maybe "area specific" we are much shorter of almost any stock with plenty of buyers and enquiries. I agree with your always considered judgement as you know, but I hope you agree with mine here. Lets not scaremonger? Lets be POSITIVE

From: Murray Lee 22 June 2020 15:19 PM

Have to 100% agree. Was useful tool prior to lockdown and of course during and just after but nothing like the real thing. Only yesterday was trying to offer a video tour instead and buyers said " nice idea but still want to see the house" We are going at 1pm today. Plus my supplier is running over a week behind...

From: Murray Lee 19 June 2020 07:55 AM

Well put together piece Nat.....Although there were some 20 more that contacted me. Happy to provide names if required. Im trialling 1 or 2 others. Lets se how that goes

From: Murray Lee 06 June 2020 15:37 PM

Great work Rob keeping the message out there!

From: Murray Lee 29 May 2020 07:59 AM

First Ive heard of it!!! Perhaps Mr Lock would like to reach out to me? Intrigued at the success claimed as sadly Charlie Wrights CELIA never reached this success down to apathy at the time Maybe this is the right time?

From: Murray Lee 22 May 2020 08:17 AM

Thanks to Trevor and Chris for putting this together. !

From: Murray Lee 20 May 2020 06:55 AM

No words needed Chris says it all......

From: Murray Lee 18 May 2020 08:05 AM

RIGHTMOVE of the hook? I dont think so! Homesearch were 1 of 25 or more NEW portal that contacted me since this all kicked off including, OpenBrx, WiggyWam, Rummage4, Property Mutual, TWPN and Resi People to name just a few. They are all READY and open for business and Im am linked to most of these too None have the ridiculous high tariffs than RM demand and seem to have much more customer service in mind than RM now have. Althiugh I support Homeearch and am behind their efforts to bring a better portal experience to the market I do not think for 1 moment they are the only "new" option or the only chalanger to RM who will be shortsighted if they dont listen to a huge part of their client base then their days could be over If you want a full list feel free to contatc me! Im not hard to find

From: Murray Lee 15 May 2020 08:24 AM

No surprise there More and more are saying the same... Strike 5? No wonder we are all furious? #togetherwearestronger #agentsunite Say no to Rightmove Rightmove, the gift that just keeps on giving...🤣😉

From: Murray Lee 11 May 2020 08:14 AM

And please tell me, were you happy with the 75% discount we(the crusaders) obtained.? Or did you turn it down..... And I assume your happy with there belligerent "take it or leave it" attitude? Come on Graham ...really...?

From: Murray Lee 06 May 2020 19:04 PM

OF course they were all passed. Im guessing Most were listed well before the Lockdown and with only 2 in the room and no on line op hardly a no brainer was it? If you want things to go the way you want...don ask anyone else to come to the party

From: Murray Lee 05 May 2020 08:37 AM

Sinister moves by Rightmove ? Now theres a "surprise" LOL

From: Murray Lee 04 May 2020 08:07 AM

Sorry Andrew, not sure I agree, The plan is to stand up to RM and Z Iwhere I belive we have a reasonable deal agreed) and get RM to adjust their core price strategy. We have established the backing of a huge number of discontented, mainly independent, agents who are fed up with the aggressive "take it or leave it" attitude of RM. WELL if they dont get their house in order we will "leave it" as many have already. More will follow. I dont see Rob pushing OTM and he agrees with the view of David Thomas that we should have an MLS system. At the moment my company's personal view is that at £400-500pm RM offers fair value Z's rates have been acceptable and they have not increased untl last year or so lus they guarnateed ONLY an RPI increase in 2021. RM need to be concentrating on re-packaging their products and pricing, not bombarding us with webinars and new Overseas "test" pages etc. Look after your client and your client with respect you for it. (Speak later?) LOL

From: Murray Lee 24 April 2020 08:21 AM

100% agree anf 1 of my sales is to an EXTREMELY key worker (no names) who HASC to move, the lawyers are progressing from home, the sale is cash, the flat will be empty . No issues in my eyes

From: Murray Lee 23 April 2020 08:52 AM

Absolutely behind this suggestion We are still getting many new enquires and lots want to see properties! We need to get back to some safe way of working in the property world I

From: Murray Lee 22 April 2020 08:08 AM

Totally agree with Rob. IF they do survive the share fall then a fair price for the subs will appease many of the agents including me It may be to late for those that have left already Time will tell

From: Murray Lee 22 April 2020 08:04 AM

From: Murray Lee 08 April 2020 08:17 AM

I might have considered the same but had no response to my emails asking for confirmation of what my subs will be post current contract expires this month

From: Murray Lee 08 April 2020 08:16 AM

Par for the course...if we could get out there to even play!

From: Murray Lee 03 April 2020 09:44 AM

Its THEIR VIEW...my view is different! We are locked and only dealing with emergencies and move ins already agreed and for this week We hold keys to all our management portfolio for access etc What should we do? PLUS they still want our FULL business rates #gofigure

From: Murray Lee 24 March 2020 12:47 PM

agree same here, we also hold management keys for emergencies Can we be in the office but not "open" Also if we are closed why dont we get the business rates relief?

From: Murray Lee 24 March 2020 08:06 AM

They have seen the light!

From: Murray Lee 06 March 2020 08:35 AM

We may be "way behind" but we are MILES in front on customer and personal services and viewings etc. You should hear one of my clients (whos flat we have now under offer) Felt she had thrown away £1400 and only had 2 viewings and no feedback etc Yesterday they suggested she dropped the price to £370,000 from £395,000 WE HAVE AGREED THE SALE AT £385,000 I think PB are way behind in the REAL estate agency world Sadly the consumers dont find this out till its too late

From: Murray Lee 13 February 2020 08:06 AM

Just had my latest advice of increase £160 PM 13% jump plus VAT No added value.....No words

From: Murray Lee 12 February 2020 08:25 AM

ANYONE HAD THE LATEST FEE INCREASE LETTER FROM RMs? Ours going from £1230 to £1390 (plus vat) 13% increase MADNESS And tweeting them direct has no effect

From: Murray Lee 07 February 2020 09:13 AM

Cant say Im surprised. Its such a big operation and expensive to run. They have a big office here in NW11 but have never really made an impact. You can see they have cut staff in this branch. Lots of empty desks. And in our area trying to charge 3% fees wont work. Sign of the times.

From: Murray Lee 11 December 2019 08:07 AM

Smoke and Mirrors. No real direct response just a typical "corporate one" At least OTM seem to lean in our favour. RM & Z never will. RM's comment about the extra "tools" they provide is spin. Be honest guys, how many of us use these to truly provide a valuation. We know our local prices better than any statistics can show. Less tools needed...lower the fee We are mostly interested in the advertising side and results the portal provide as most of us have limited options to any other valuable media

From: Murray Lee 09 December 2019 08:44 AM

Hi Kristjan. U ok? WOW those numbers are high although I assume your RM package is the top one? (FYI a local competitor told me he is ONLY paying £1800 plus all in???) We find the same with RM pay it or leave us. Take care M

From: Murray Lee 15 November 2019 12:10 PM

This is what I dont get All your numbers are lower than ours No disrespect to you Debbie but why should they be cheaper in South Wales than North West London? We all upload in the same way and the portals upload for us all in the say way. Why the cost differential ??

From: Murray Lee 15 November 2019 11:09 AM

100% agree again. There is no division with us and the large firms and in answer to Property Pundit we have little other option but to use them all. Over a barrel is correct. If we dont use the portals the Vendors/Landlords wont use us as others do. And where else can we advertise? Newspapers dont work anymore so what else is there?

From: Murray Lee 15 November 2019 09:37 AM

No you are 100% correct. And where is the justification?

From: Murray Lee 15 November 2019 09:23 AM

What a good idea. I have always felt we are "shortchanged" being a small 1 office independent based in London. Rightmove:- Basic Pack £1230 plus VAT (increases year on year regardless!) Zoopla:- Basic £572 plus VAT (1st increase for sometime last year) On the Market :- £199 plus VAT (Was free for past year Just Agreed a 6 month trial at this rate- or would have left) As you can see RM are over double and its hard to justify why. They have no interest in listening to our complaints on annual price hikes. Eventually they will price us out of the market. I guess being so huge they wont care about 1 or 2 small fry leaving. Sad state of the business

From: Murray Lee 15 November 2019 08:15 AM

Agreed, we small independents with a long track record of providing good customer service easily get forgotten. "Not all agents are the same" Purplebricks need reigning in for mis-leading the public. I hope CIELA will be the force to do it. NFOPP/NAEA/ARLA/PROPERTYMARK are disappointing silent

From: Murray Lee 07 April 2017 10:26 AM

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