Business Details
31 Years
experience
Carlisle Estate Agents Since 1995
Homesearch Direct has been providing professional residential property sales, lettings, and financial services since 1995. Our team combines local expertise with modern marketing techniques to deliver honest, value-driven solutions for buyers, sellers, landlords, and tenants across north Cumbria. With over 60 years of collective experience, we prioritise transparency, avoiding empty promises while maintaining a personal approach to property transactions. Our services include competitive fixed-fee sales, property management, auctions, and mortgage advisory partnerships. We operate from a central Carlisle office, leveraging technology to enhance client communication and market reach. Our reputation for reliability is evidenced by numerous client testimonials highlighting swift sales, professional conduct, and exceptional customer service.We maintain strong relationships with local solicitors and industry partners to ensure smooth transaction processes. Our commitment to client satisfaction is demonstrated through flexible working hours, regular progress updates, and tailored marketing strategies. We protect client funds through approved safeguarding procedures and maintain strict compliance with property industry regulations. Our long-standing presence in the Cumbrian market underscores our dedication to evolving with client needs while maintaining core values of integrity and expertise.
Services
Residential Sales
Property Lettings
Auction Services
Financial Advice
Conveyancing
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of local property market experience
- Our team provides regular property valuation updates
- We offer competitive fixed-fee selling packages
- Our property management includes no let no fee guarantees
- We maintain client communication with regular progress updates
What people say
Quick sales
Professional team
Hassle-free process
Excellent communication
Local expertise
Services
Residential Sales
Our residential sales service offers competitive fixed-fee packages with no sale no fee guarantees. We provide free market appraisals, professional photography, and 3D floorplans to maximise property exposure. Our local expertise ensures accurate pricing and swift transactions through Rightmove and Zoopla listings.
Property Lettings
We offer comprehensive lettings solutions including property management, tenant referencing, and rent collection. Our services feature no let no fee guarantees and professional marketing across major platforms. Regular property inspections and maintenance coordination ensure landlord peace of mind.
Auction Services
Our auction partnership provides 28-day sale timelines with buyer deposits for security. We host local Carlisle auctions every eight weeks, offering quick completions through pre-vetted buyers and streamlined legal processes.
Financial Advice
We connect clients with experienced mortgage advisors who source suitable financing options. Our partners provide expert guidance on mortgage products, remortgaging, and financial planning tailored to individual circumstances.
Conveyancing
We coordinate conveyancing through reputable local solicitors, maintaining communication throughout the process. Our team facilitates document exchange, progress tracking, and completion coordination to ensure smooth property transfers.
People
Steven Taylor
Director
Steven has worked at Homesearch Direct since 2002, developing expert knowledge of the Cumbrian housing market. His honest approach and attention to detail have made him a trusted advisor for property valuations and sales.
Nial Scott
Director
Nial brings extensive property experience to his director role, overseeing key business operations. He maintains strong relationships with industry partners to ensure efficient transaction processes for clients.
Kerry Ward
Administration Manager
Kerry has provided essential administrative support since 1996, ensuring smooth company operations. Her organisational skills maintain the efficient day-to-day running of property transactions and client communications.
Questions
What property services do you offer?
We provide residential sales, property lettings, auction services, mortgage advice, and conveyancing support across north Cumbria.
How much do your selling fees cost?
We offer competitive fixed-fee packages with no sale no fee guarantees. Contact us for a tailored quotation based on your property needs.
How quickly can you sell my property?
Our average sale time is 28 days through auctions, with traditional sales varying based on market conditions and pricing accuracy.
Do you offer rental property management?
Yes, we provide comprehensive lettings services including tenant referencing, rent collection, and property maintenance coordination with no let no fee guarantees.
Are you regulated property professionals?
We operate under client money protection schemes and maintain industry compliance through regular staff training and procedural audits.