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Favsco23 acquires Coulby Conduct lettings business in Cheshire

Reeds Rains franchise partner Favsco23 has acquired the Coulby Conduct lettings business, strengthening its presence in mid-Cheshire.

The acquisition will see a managed portfolio of around 250 landlord properties transfer to the Reeds Rains Northwich branch. Three key members of the Coulby Conduct lettings team will also move across, providing continuity and familiar contacts for landlords and tenants.

Coulby Conduct owners Richard Coulby and Neil Conduct decided to sell the lettings operation as Richard prepares to retire after 43 years in the property industry. Neil will help with the transition before continuing to lead residential sales across the Coulby Conduct branches.

Favsco23 acquires Coulby Conduct lettings business in Cheshire

Continuity for customers and colleagues

Richard said the owners considered several potential buyers before deciding that Favsco23 was best placed to look after their mid-Cheshire clients. He added: “Having worked for Reeds Rains in my early years I have respected them as a competitor ever since.”

Customers joining Reeds Rains will continue to be supported by the people they know. Landlords will also gain access to Reeds Rains technology and services, including its landlord portal, Fixflo and Propoly.

Nigel Favas, Director of Favsco23, said: “We're delighted to be able to carry on providing the same high level of service to the Coulby Conduct lettings customers that they have been used to. Continuing with the existing lettings team from Coulby Conduct will be key to this. Landlords and tenants will still have the same friendly faces helping them as they did before!”

Backing growth through acquisition

LSL Estate Agency Franchising supported Favsco23 and Coulby Conduct throughout the sale, providing advice and acquisition finance.

Kate Ashley-Ives, Franchise Director at LSL Estate Agency Franchising, said: “It has been great to work with Favsco23 to support them with their first acquisition as they continue to grow their business.”

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