Meet the people who make it happen

Adam Sentance has worked within the Financial Services industry since 2001, having most recently worked hand in hand with estate agents ensuring both sellers and purchasers get the best independent mortgage advice and guidance from the initial meeting through to completion.

Adam comments “Recommending a mortgage is a very personal service, every mortgage provider looks at a scenario in a completely different way, the art is matching the right client to the right provider with the right mortgage.”

What is your experience? I started in estate agency straight out of college at 18. I now have over 25 years of experience working solely in the sector and dealing with all property types and various marketplaces.

The best part of your job? Bit of a stock answer, but nothing beats selling a property, and I love it when that means that our seller gets to secure the home of their dreams. It’s not like selling any other product; it’s full of emotion and hopes for the future.

Top tip for buyer or seller? Make the most of what you have; that doesn’t mean spending a fortune but touching up that bit of paint and clearing out the clutter makes all the difference. Remember, best foot forward you wouldn’t go on a date without brushing your hair!

What would be your dream home? Somewhere out in the countryside with views for miles!

What is your background? My career was within aero engineering, then whilst in retirement I was approached by John German for the role as Accompanied Viewing Representative. It is a role that I thought would last a few months but I’m still here over 12 years on! What I enjoy the most is meeting different people every day and being able to offer advice on the housing market.

Top tip for buyer or seller: For those selling, my advice would be to leave the viewings to the estate agent. Buyers tend to relax more with a third party and this helps prevent any awkwardness between yourself and the buyer. Plus a good agent will have the skills to point out all the plus points of your home and answer any difficult question asked.

What would be your dream home? A nice four bedroom detached house overlooking the Ocean on the Almafi Coast.

Time at John German? I joined John German Estate Agents in 2011 and have worked for both the Lettings and Sales departments.

The best part of your job? It’s a fast-paced job which provides me with a great feeling of accomplishment when I find the perfect tenant for a landlord. Another aspect of the job I enjoy is building great relationships with our landlords and tenants. It feels good when they come back to us time and time again to re-let their properties or when they are looking for a new home.

What would be your dream home? My dream home would be a period property with plenty of old features and open fires, with somewhere to put a very big Christmas tree.

Time at John German? Since 2005 both in Sales and Lettings.

The best part of your job? Building up a good relationship with landlords and tenants alike.

Top tip for buyer or seller? First impressions really do count, maximise your kerb appeal and be realistic with the rental price to avoid the property sitting empty.

What would be your dream home? I’ve always really fancied a grand design type house, perhaps by Frank Lloyd or similar.

Time at John German? I’ve recently started at John German however I have worked in estate agency for many years ever since I left college, having always had a passion for property.

Best part of your job? The best part of my job is meeting great people and ensuring we find them a property that they love! It’s very rewarding helping people buy and sell their homes.

Top tip for buyer or seller?  Buyer – prepare yourself financially before viewing properties. When you do find the property you want, you’ll be in much better position to make an offer. Seller – talk through any concerns/worries you may have about selling and moving with your estate agent and they will be able to guide you through the process.

What would be your dream home? My dream home would be a beautiful house within a natural setting surrounded by lots of wonderful trees.

Time at John German? I started working at John German in 2014.

Favourite part of your job? Dealing with a wide variety of people and helping them find a new home.

Top tip for buyer or seller? To ensure you don’t miss out on any new properties or price reductions sign up for JG Property Alerts, we will keep you posted before they go on Rightmove!

What would be your dream home? Ideally a modern, one of a kind property in a bustling city.

Time at John German? I have been in the profession for over 50 years and was delighted to join John German in December 2018.

Best part of your job? The best part of being an agent is the variety of different people that one meets, all with their own requirements and all adding something to one’s experience.
Clients are normally very loyal and after so much time in the job I find that I am now acting for sons, daughters and grandchildren!

Top tip for buyer or seller: For a seller I think forming a good working partnership with your agent is vital and always make sure that your property is ready for a viewing, try and put yourself in the mindset of a potential buyer. For a buyer I recommend doing your homework before looking at potential purchases, view more than once and always have an eye on selling at some time in the future.

What would be your dream home? Living in Derbyshire is a real privilege and a stone cottage in a rural village with a nice pub and lots of countryside walks would be difficult to beat.

How long have you been with John German Estate Agents? I joined the Stafford team in 2018, already having eight years of experience working in the estate agency.

Favourite part of your job? Negotiating sales and finding people their forever homes.

Top tip for selling or buying a property? Clean and declutter your property before viewings.

What would be your dream home? A self-build, very modern with lots of glass and sea views.

Time at John German? I am a Chartered Valuation Surveyor with many years of experience in the Midlands. I first joined John German in 1988 as a Trainee Surveyor, qualifying in 1994 and becoming a partner in the business in 1999. I retired from the business in 2014 and am now employed to undertake professional valuations for various purposes.

The best part of your job? I have always enjoyed this element of work and am delighted to focus on this now.

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.

Time at John German? I have been with John German in Uttoxeter since 2011.

Best part of your job? My favourite part of the job is when we have a new house for sale and immediately know of a waiting buyer who will snap it up.

Top tip for buyer or seller? My advice to anyone selling a property would be to present it at its very best. Pack away any of those items that you can live without for a few months and take pets out of the house during viewings.

What would be your dream home? My dream home would be a modern detached property with beautiful gardens, a large balcony and an infinity pool overlooking a turquoise ocean. I’m not asking for much!