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Disappointing and rather patronising experience with Marcus.
Marcus arranged two property viewings without making it clear beforehand that both were basement flats. One was on a busy road, exposed to traffic, noise and dust, yet was being marketed at around ***. Perhaps some research into comparable local properties would be helpful.
I clearly explained that my maximum budget was ***, preferably below ***. Nevertheless, he continued sending me unsuitable properties, including one priced at ***.
Rather than listening to my requirements, he suggested that I needed to be “educated”. How charming. Perhaps learning to listen to clients and treat them with basic respect would be a better starting point.
As an Asian buyer, I found his attitude particularly uncomfortable and patronising. I cannot speak to his intentions, but the experience left me questioning whether I was being treated with the same respect as other buyers.
Thank you, Marcus, for taking such trouble to recommend properties you apparently consider excellent investments. If they’re really such wonderful opportunities, perhaps you might consider buying them yourself.
Buyers, particularly international and Asian buyers, may wish to exercise caution and do their own market research before relying on these recommendations.
A little professionalism and courtesy would go a long way.... Read more
30th Oct 2026 (7 days ago)