Richard Kendall

Richard Kendall Estate Agent is an established, family-run property firm operating within the Wakefield district and surrounding areas of West Yorkshire. The company has served the community for over 50 years, providing a range of services to assist with the sale and rental of residential properties. Currently, the firm is led by Simon and Claire Kendall, continuing its legacy as a local, independent estate agent. The company emphasizes a personal and professional approach, leveraging local knowledge to support clients through property transactions.

The founder, Richard Kendall, commenced his career in the property sector in 1969 at the age of 22 as a trainee property sales negotiator. By 1980, he had advanced to manager of the residential department and subsequently became the TSB Yorkshire Regional Manager based in Wakefield. Following the TSB's withdrawal from estate agency during the 1990s recession, Richard Kendall established his own eponymous estate agency. Richard Kendall Estate Agent officially opened its first office in Northgate, Wakefield, on October 1, 1991.

Richard Kendall Estate Agent offers a comprehensive suite of property services designed to support both buyers and sellers, as well as landlords and tenants. These services include property valuations, marketing strategies, and guidance throughout the buying and selling process. The firm also provides dedicated financial assistance for mortgage advice through its in-house team. Clients can access free, no-obligation valuations and register to receive regular property updates.

Many of the company's staff are members of the National Association of Estate Agents and the Association of Residential Letting Agents, ensuring professional standards. The company's lettings department is described as a significant independent letting agent in the area, managing a portfolio of over 900 properties. This department facilitates the letting of more than 500 properties annually in Wakefield, Pontefract, and the surrounding areas. The lettings team collectively possesses over 100 years of experience in the field, with over 50% of its staff holding qualifications from The Association of Residential Letting Agents (ARLA).

Services for landlords range from preparing inventories to providing fully managed services for rental homes, ensuring properties are marketed from all local branches and viewings are accompanied seven days a week. The firm's focus in lettings is on general residential properties for individual tenants and landlords. Richard Kendall Estate Agent operates across six branches located in key areas of West Yorkshire, including Wakefield, Ossett, Horbury, Normanton, and Pontefract & Castleford. The company maintains a commitment to clear and transparent terms of business, with no hidden charges or false promises.

The firm aims to provide a personal, local service, ensuring clients can communicate directly with agents via in-person visits, phone, email, or through a personal portal. Staff are available seven days a week to assist clients with their property market inquiries, including accompanied viewings and free valuations.