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Property Acquisitions is a bespoke buying agency with over 35 years’ experience and an exceptional network of lifelong contacts across West Sussex and the Hampshire borders.

Founding director Jennie Hancock combines seasoned market insight with unrivalled local knowledge, enabling her to source, secure and negotiate the finest homes for her clients on the best possible terms. Before establishing Property Acquisitions in 2003, Jennie founded and ran a highly successful estate agency, later choosing to focus exclusively on buyer representation.

With a passionate love of West Sussex and an encyclopaedic knowledge of the towns, villages, streets and individual houses throughout her patch, Jennie prides herself on uncovering hidden property gems – often off market – before expertly negotiating and overseeing the entire purchase on her clients’ behalf.

During an initial meeting, Jennie will work with you to establish your property requirements, aspirations and timescales, before commencing a comprehensive and targeted search. Whether you are relocating, upsizing, downsizing or investing, Jennie will ensure your purchase is timely, cost-effective and stress-free.

Client Testimonials

“An outstanding service, provided with discretion, honesty, knowledge and genuine care.” - Harriet

"Property Acquisitions followed our brief to the letter. At the first meeting, they absolutely knew what we wanted. They found us a fabulous house to rent while we looked for something to buy, which didn’t take long, and we exchanged on our perfect new home in three months – a great location and well within budget. They could not have been more friendly, helpful and professional, not only with the purchase but with our endless questions, making our return to England seamless." - William and Richard

What do your clients value about your service?

“We have been operating in the West Sussex and Hampshire property market for over three decades and know our patch intimately. Clients place their trust in us time and time again, not just to help them find and secure their onward purchase, but also to connect them with high-quality, vetted buyers for their existing home without ever going on the open market.”

What is your company’s biggest strength?

“Our greatest strength is our extensive network of local agents, property professionals and contacts, which ensures we are the first to hear of hidden and off-market buying opportunities. Our clients are often the only buyers to view a property. We are also expert negotiators with a proven track record in securing the most sought-after properties for our clients on highly favourable terms.”

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