Business Details
18 Years
experience
Your Trusted Property Buying Agents in London
The Buying Agents was founded in 2008 to address the imbalance of representation in UK property transactions by acting solely for buyers. With over 120 years of combined experience in prime property acquisition, we specialise in securing exceptional homes in London and the UK for discerning clients. Our discreet, personalised service provides access to off-market, pre-market, and open-market opportunities, supported by a proprietary system referencing five real-time data sets for market analysis. We eliminate the complexities of property acquisition through expert negotiation, due diligence, and a network of industry contacts cultivated over three decades. Our clients benefit from a fully integrated service spanning property search, acquisition, management, and portfolio structuring, with a 60% referral rate underscoring our commitment to client satisfaction. As members of The Property Ombudsman, we adhere to strict conduct guidelines and offer a free lifetime aftercare service, including access to trusted service providers. Our team's private client backgrounds ensure instinctive understanding of high-net-worth requirements, serving everyone from first-time buyers to royal families.
Services
Property Acquisition
Investment Property Search
New Developments
Letting & Property Management
Off-Market Access
Overseas Property Buying
Second Homes Acquisition
Portfolio Management
Property Valuation
Market Analysis
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of combined experience in prime property acquisition
- Our 24/7 availability ensures timely responses to urgent opportunities
- We guarantee discreet transactions with client anonymity protected
- We access 70%+ of off-market transactions unavailable to standard agents
- Our lifetime aftercare service includes free property market advice
Associations and certifications
- The Property Ombudsman
What people say
Perfect house found
Discreet and professional
Excellent service quality
Trusted advisors
Efficient process
Services
Property Acquisition
Our property acquisition service secures prime properties through exclusive first-refusal access and off-market opportunities. We manage the entire purchase process from initial search to completion, offering expert negotiation, due diligence, and virtual viewings via live video links. Clients benefit from our 30-year industry contacts and proprietary technology that identifies undervalued assets before they reach the open market.
Investment Property Search
We specialise in creating wealth-generating property portfolios through strategic acquisitions of single units, blocks, and mixed-use developments. Our service includes market analysis, tax-efficient structuring, and resale strategy planning. Clients receive access to exclusive new developments and unbroken blocks, with integrated management services for hands-off investors seeking optimal returns.
New Developments
We provide comprehensive access to London's new developments, including pre-launch and soft-launch privileges. Our expertise covers off-plan purchases, incentive negotiations, and resale strategy planning. With direct developer relationships and market analysis capabilities, we help clients secure prime units before global launches, optimising investment potential through yield analysis and rental strategies.
Letting & Property Management
Our integrated letting and property management service maximises rental returns through strategic agent selection and portfolio performance monitoring. We handle tenant acquisition, legal compliance, and maintenance coordination, supported by a network of trusted contractors. The service includes refurbishment advice and market benchmarking to ensure sustained asset value.
Off-Market Property Access
We access 50-70% of prime property transactions that never reach open markets through our industry contacts and proprietary systems. This service includes confidential negotiations, virtual viewings, and due diligence while maintaining client anonymity. Our network enables early access to exclusive opportunities in competitive sectors like super-prime London real estate.
People
Henry Sherwood
Managing Director & Founder
With over 30 years' experience in luxury real estate, Henry founded The Buying Agents in 2008. Recognised as one of the UK's most influential buying agents, he specialises in prime London property transactions and has led successful operations across Europe. His expertise includes off-market acquisitions and portfolio structuring.
Questions
How do you help buyers access off-market properties?
Our 30-year industry contacts and proprietary systems provide access to 50-70% of prime transactions before they reach the open market through discreet negotiations.
Can overseas buyers use your services?
Yes, we specialise in assisting international clients with virtual viewings, local market expertise, and complete transaction management from any location.
What areas do you cover?
While specialising in London and the UK, we assist clients globally with property acquisitions in prime locations worldwide through our extensive network.
Do you offer 24/7 availability?
Yes, our standard hours are 8am-8pm daily, but we provide 24/7 appointment-based availability for urgent property opportunities.
How successful are your property acquisitions?
With privileged first access to new listings and expert negotiation, we secure properties even when outbid, as demonstrated by our 12-year client retention record.
Reviews (5)
Daniel Davies
Dec 10, 2021
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Henry is a true professional. When faced with a problem in your transaction, Henry breaks it down into manageable chunks, and works with you at every step to provide you with the information you need to make an informed decision. I would highly recommend utilising his vast experience with the market to guide you to a property that you will enjoy.
Makana K.
Nov 17, 2021
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A fantastic experience - Henry is very knowledgeable and clearly has a passion for his work. Highly recommended!
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Kay & Co
Apr 10, 2019
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Henry was an absolute pleasure to work with throughout the transaction. Henry found the perfect buyer for a flat on Wilmington Square that we had for sale. Both buyer and seller are extremely happy also! Looking forward to working with you again. Berkshire HathawayHome Services Kay & Co Team
Rachel O.
Jun 07, 2014
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Henry Sherwood from The Buying Agents helped us to buy our fantastic new home in Vauxhall this year. In a competitive sellers market Henry brought level-headed, market knowledge to bear during what was a very difficult purchase. He kept us focused on the end-result and his insight into the psychology of seller's and their agent's was invaluable. After sales has been fantastic, with Henry sharing his contacts with us as we start to make the place a home. I would highly recommend The Buyer's Agents!
Frankie Thorogood
Dec 01, 2013
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We chose The Buying Agents for their logical approach to our property search. Our first impressions were excellent but I can't tell you how pleased we were with their end to end service and process management. It is the first time we have actually enjoyed moving house!