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Local agents take ownership of Your Move Sutton on Sea

Reece Brant and Robert Foster have become the new owners of Your Move Sutton-on-Sea following the retirement of long-standing owner Ian McCarthy.

The transaction was completed through the LSL Estate Agency Franchising resale programme, which helps existing franchise partners identify suitable buyers when they are ready to retire or move on.

Reece and Robert are experienced local agents who live and work in the area. They chose the franchise route to combine local ownership with the brand recognition, systems and standards of Your Move.

Local agents take ownership of Your Move Sutton on Sea

Keeping the business local

The new owners said they are committed to continuing the high standard of service established by Ian over many years. They added: “We pride ourselves on offering honest and genuine advice for our customers, and we tailor our approach to each individual client's needs.”

Existing team member Sarah Fox will remain with the branch during the transition. Emily Brant has also joined the team, adding further experience to the Sutton-on-Sea office.

The new owners plan to introduce a lettings service when the right opportunity becomes available.

A supported route into franchise ownership

Lee Carratt, Your Move Franchising Partnerships Director, said: “It is great to see Reece and Robert take ownership of the Your Move Sutton-on-Sea branch.”

“I would like to wish Reece, Robert and their team at Your Move Sutton-on-Sea the best of success, and I look forward to working with them in future.”

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