Time at John German? I started at John German around 1998.

Best part of your job? Knowing our clients trust us and are confident in the knowledge we will sell their home for them. To make it as stress free as possible, we have a brilliant support team in the sales progression department. Lichfield is a small town and we regularly bump into happy customers which makes the job very rewarding.

Top tip for buyer or seller? Before going on the market, walk through your home and imagine how a buyer would see things for the very first time. Can you see anything which needs updating or fixing? Are there any rooms which look too cluttered or busy? If so, it’s worth taking a bit of time to get things looking fresh, spacious and homely.

Time at John German? I have been here since 2005.

Where is your favourite place in Ashby? What I love about Ashby is the fabulous range of period buildings tucked in and around the town. We really do have a bit of every era!

I’m a fan of Georgian buildings, their architecture and especially those grand imposing entrance doors.

Favourite part of your job? From the initial stages of meeting a client and hearing their personal story and why their home is important to them all the way through to seeing a sold sign appearing on their for sale board.

Top tip for buyer or seller? Always view a house, don’t dismiss it ‘online’

What would be your dream home? Cottage by the sea in North Devon.

What is your experience? I started with John German back in 2009 and I have worked for both the Lettings and Sales departments

The best part of your job? For me, it’s being able to help people. Buying or selling can be very stressful and it can be a little bit of a mine field, so being able to reassure clients and help keep the transaction as smooth as possible is always a nice feeling.

Top tip for buyer or seller? Always use a local solicitor or at least a trusted solicitor so please ask John German for more information as we can answer questions on this. Please always ask the Estate Agent questions, we do this all day every day and we have vast experience on buying and selling so please take advantage of this and allow us to help you.

What would be your dream home? A property overlooking the sea, rural location with plenty of places to walk with my family and my dog and of course a nice local pub. 

What is your experience? I have worked in the local property industry for approx. 26 years, predominantly in the Ashby de la Zouch area.

The best part of your job? I love both people and property, finding that perfect match is definitely the highlight of any day.

Top tip for buyer or seller? Trust me is the best tip I can give to you.  Although at times selling or buying is stressful.  I will always do my very best for you with as little stress as possible.

What would be your dream home? My dream home would be in a community village with a great pub!  I am so fortunate to have already bought my dream home.

Time at John German? I started at John German in January 2018. We bought our house from JG in 2015 and were so impressed with the service I decided I needed to work for them!

Favourite part of your job? Getting to know new buyers and sellers, hearing from happy clients and letting people know an offer has been accepted! Moving can be a stressful process for people, so it’s lovely to brighten up their day!

Top tip for buyer or seller? If you need a mortgage, speak to a mortgage advisor to get an Agreement in Principle in place before you start your search. This will put you in a much better position when making an offer on a property.

Time at John German? I joined John German in 2017 and having worked within the property industry since 1999 as a Senior Sales Negotiator and Property Valuer.

Favourite part of your job? Giving people the news we have exchanged and completed on the sale of their property and handing the keys over to excited buyers.

Top tip for buyer or seller? Make sure your solicitor and estate agent keep in regular contact with all parties.

What would be your dream home? A modern property with views over the beach and a swimming pool for the kids, oh and maybe with a hot tub and gym.

Time at John German? I have been with John German since 2012, and I am now Senior Lettings Manager across the region.

Favourite part of the job? I love how fast-paced lettings is. A house can come on the market, and within a few weeks, we are handing over the keys to an excited tenant ready to begin the next chapter of their lives.

Top tip for a tenant? Be prepared. When you have found a property and have your application accepted, the next step is the referencing process. Therefore, beforehand make your referees aware that they will be getting contacted for a reference. This saves valuable time and prevents delays in moving into the property.

The best part of your job? Building long standing relationships with both landlords and tenants.

Top tip for a landlord? Start the tenancy as you mean to go on. Deep clean the property in between tenants.

What would be your dream home? Somewhere rural, with high ceilings and a real fire!

How long have you been at John German? Since the start of 2021.

Favourite part of your job? Building a solid working relationship with landlords and tenants, understanding expectations for a smooth-running tenancy.

What would be your dream home? My dream home would be a period property set in a nice secluded rural location, with lots of land and stunning views.

Favourite part of your job? Meeting new people and helping them find the property of their dreams.

Top tip for buyer or seller? Try to imagine the house without the owners furniture there, think of it empty.

Where is your favourite place in Ashby? My favourite place in Ashby is all the little tucked away side streets, giving the local community great choices from the boutiques to fabulous beauticians.

What would be your dream home? Large house with a swimming pool.