Leah was our main contact at the Hexham branch throughout the purchase of our new home, and she was absolutely fantastic. We also dealt with James and other members of the team, and everyone we intera... See more
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Rook Matthews Sayer (RMS) is a leading Estate Agent in the Region*, established in 1990 and now managed by Janet Walker. At Rook Matthews Sayer, we offer a wide range of services, including residential sales, lettings, property management, auction sales, and commercial property services. Other services include mortgage and protection advice, as well as access to a trusted conveyancing panel. We have 16 offices and a dedicated team of around 120 members. We provide personalised, expert service, offering pre-marketing advice, professional photography, and support throughout the property sale process. We invest heavily in staff training and are deeply integrated into the local community, supporting charities and schools. We have extensive local knowledge and a strong reputation in the property market, with many of the offices having won the “Best Estate Agency” award over multiple years consistently. We focus on building long-term relationships, often having customers return over the years. We pride ourselves on being friendly, approachable, and supportive, guiding clients through every step of their property sale with care and expertise. The company’s approach is focused on providing a smooth, stress-free experience and achieving the best possible price for each property. We use cutting-edge technology and effective marketing strategies, as well as offering various marketing packages tailored to clients’ needs. Finally, our customers can rest assured that they're in safe hands. Rook Matthews Sayer is a member of Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors, (RICS) which is a client money protection scheme, and also a member of The Property Ombudsman, which is a redress scheme. You can find out more details by visiting our website or by contacting our staff directly. *Source - Internal data: 01.01.2024 - 31.12.2024 Region is Newcastle, Northumberland and North Tyneside
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Newcastle House, Albany Court, Newcastle Business Park, NE4 7YB, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
- 01912869231
- info@rmsestateagents.co.uk
- www.rookmatthewssayer.co.uk
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Brilliant team
Natalie and the team were brilliant, they always got back to me if I needed them, and helped me get through a stressful process 🥴 thank you RMS

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House sale
Great service from the team, from day 1. Kept informed of every aspect of the process. Very helpful and approachable, would definitely recommend and would use them again. ( but hopefully won't have to).

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RMS brilliant team
RMS, Gosforth branch were excellent in selling my property. The staff particularly Natalie and Eve worked well on my behalf, to promote my best interest, maintaining contact with buyer to ensure smooth progress was maintained, while keeping me up to date.
Despite it taking a while to sell, due to the fall in the market, RMS staff continued to be positive and enthusiastic in promoting the property.
A great experience working with professionals. Thank you

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Staff at Fenham branch are great
Staff at Fenham branch are great - friendly & professional & easy to work with.

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West Denton
Claire and co at West Denton were brilliant; made a first time buying experience super easy.

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Updated: I had a very disappointing experience…
I had a very disappointing experience with this agency.
Communication was poor and inconsistent. I was initially told I would be contacted to arrange a viewing, but no follow-up was made until I chased them myself.
After viewing the property and expressing strong interest, I was later told it had been given to someone else, while it still appeared to be actively advertised.
Overall, the process felt unclear and unprofessional.
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updated: april/09/2026
Thank you for your response.
While I understand your explanation, it does not fully address the main concern, which was the lack of clear and proactive communication throughout the process.
I only received updates after chasing multiple times, and at no stage was I given a clear understanding of my position or how applications were being handled.
Keeping a property actively advertised while applications are already under consideration, without clearly communicating this to new applicants, creates unnecessary confusion and raises concerns about transparency and consistency in the process.
I trust that all applicants are treated fairly and in line with professional standards, and I hope that future applicants experience a more transparent and well-communicated process.

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Friendly and professional staff
Friendly and professional staff. Swift replies. Great advice. I am very happy with my new premises

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Alistair the mortgage guru
Alistair once again went above and beyond to make our mortgage process super smooth and far less stressful than it could have been. Takes his time to fully explain all aspects of the products available with reassuring guidance and regular updates on progress. Genuinely one of the, if not the best in his chosen field. Thank you 🤩

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Superb Service
To all the staff at Rook Matthew Sayers in Alnwick. Thank you for a fabulous service during my recent house purchase. I can highly recommend your office to anyone buying or selling a property. The ladies went above and beyond and you are all absolute gems. Thank you.

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Brilliant mortgage advice from Alistair…
Brilliant mortgage advice from Alistair once again. Got me a great deal.

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Excellent service from Alnwick branch
Excellent service from Lorraine and staff in Alnwick
We sold quickly through them and they helped us through protracted process and we got there in the end with their help
Thank you
AM

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Alistair was great
We had an excellent experience with Alistair as our mortgage advisor. He was extremely helpful throughout the entire process, always taking the time to explain things clearly and make sure we felt confident in every decision.
He went above and beyond to support us, keeping us updated at every stage and making what could have been a stressful experience feel smooth and manageable.
We genuinely couldn’t recommend him more—if you’re looking for someone reliable, knowledgeable, and truly committed to helping you, Alistair is the person to go to.

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Mortgage advisor- Alistair Bowman
I recently had the pleasure of working with Alistair Bowman, and I couldn’t be more satisfied with the experience. He took the time to clearly explain all of my options, ensuring I understood the pros and cons of each one without ever feeling overwhelmed. I’m so thankful for all his help throughout the process and I would highly recommend their services to anyone looking for a reliable and trustworthy mortgage advisor.

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Michael Storey - Mortgage Advisor
Michael Storey was brilliant from the very start. He took the time to discuss all of our options in detail and made sure we secured the best possible mortgage and rates for our house purchase. His communication was clear, he acted quickly throughout the process, and everything felt straightforward and very stress-free. We couldn’t recommend Michael more highly. Thank you again!

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Excellent Communication
Kept me up to date during the process and helped chasing solicitors for documents and progress.

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Quick and keen service from start to…
Quick and keen service from start to finish. Very professional, responsive, and always on the ball. Made the whole process smooth and stress-free

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A big thankyou to Alayna and all the…
A big thankyou to Alayna and all the staff at the Blyth Branch, the process is going according to plan

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RMS Blyth- sale of relatives property
RMS Blyth, from day 1 the team at the Blyth office have been great, they have kept me up to date and given me good advice along the way. I wouldnt hesitate in using them again and would highly recommend, a lovely team of people.

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