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Simply London RelocationRelocating to London, made simple
www.simplylondonrelocation.com © Simply London Relocation 2015
AboutSimply London Relocation
Founded by French expatriatesSylvie Froger and Sandra Redon
Multilingual international businessteam with an in-depth, personal knowledgeof London and the relocation process
Accreditations
We are members of:
Our team
Provides a high quality, flexible relocation serviceto those moving to London
Services corporate and individual clients
How we help expatsrelocate to London
Many things to consider:Current location
Give notice for current rental propertyStop all contracts/utilitiesArrange removals and travel
New business
Find officesLegal structureAccounting, Recruitment, Utilities…
New job
LanguageNew commuteNew colleagues
New location
Choose an area to liveFind a new homeChildren’s educationInternet and phoneOther practical details, e.g. doctor, car, pets
Our services:Property Search
We help professionals and families relocating to London, with a rangeof services aimed at making the relocation process faster and easier:
Advice on London areas and rental prices
Search for rental properties &organisation of viewing itineraries
Search for temporary accommodation
Property Rental
Our services:School Search
We help professionals and families relocating to London, with a rangeof services aimed at making the relocation process faster and easier:
Advice on the school system & registrations
Selection of suitable schools
Assistance with school registrations
Search for nurseries and nannies
Schools
Our services: Practical Help & Advice
We help professionals and families relocating to London, with a rangeof services aimed at making the relocation process faster and easier:
Installation of home utilities, broadband, and TV
Insurance and council tax
Vehicle parking permit
Practical Assistance & Advice
Assistance with bank, phone, national insurance
Advice on public & private health care system
How we workwith our clients
Whether we are working on a school searchor a property search, our process is the same
We assist our clientsuntil the search iscompleted to theclient’s satisfaction
Client receives a Simply London Relocation Guide detailinghow the process works and how we will work with them
We agree on servicesrequired and costs
Client completes adetailed Briefing Document
We talk or meet with the client to ensure that wehave fully understood their needs and preferences
We search tirelessly to findthe best options for them
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Our USPs : Family services
Family oriented
We work to understand each family’sunique needs and preferences
Our personal and professional experience enables us to appreciate what families go through when they relocate
Our USPs:Flexible services
À la carte services
Our clients can choose theservices they need from our “menu”
Clients can add otherservices later if they wish or if their needs change
Our USPs:Structured approach
Documentedprocesses & guidance
All processes are documented andcommunicated to the client, every step of theway, so they always know what the next stage is.
We provide our very own “Guide to Renting inLondon” and “Installation Guide” to our clients,based on our experience of what matters toexpats and the questions they ask themselves.
How to identify an opportunityfor Simply London Relocation
…employee relocating to London?
…employee + familyrelocating to London?
…recruiting new staff fromabroad or outside of Londonto work and live in London?
We help those relocating focus onbusiness from the moment theyarrive in London, knowing that:
…their family is taken care of…those day-to-day things needed
to get life in a foreign city upand running are organised!
We save:
…employees time and stress…businesses time and money
Company: We can help
We help employees ensure a successful and productive transition to their new location.
Pricing
Pricing Structure:Our fees are transparent and agreedupfront: no surprises for the client
Pay as you go: clients only pay for the services they want;they can add extra services as and when they need them
Average spend per relocation
School search & registration advice
Property search
Settling in package
£1,400 - £2,800
£700
£1,000 - £2,200
£700
Case Study 1:Family relocation
What we didFamily with two primary school age children, movingfor the start of the school year in September.The father works for a multinational energycompany, with headquarters in Canary Wharf.
SituationBriefing: we spent an hour on the phone going through the family’s requirements and constraints, the children’scurrent school level, their knowledge of English, etc.
June
Property Search: following a further client briefing andbased on the confirmed school and the office location, we:- identified potential areas for the family to live in - organised a day of viewings in August- assisted until the tenancy agreement was signed
July
Settling in Package: once our clients found theirideal property, we organised their council tax, homeinsurance, broadband, TV, and utilities. We also advisedon GP registrations and where to buy a vacuum cleaner!
August
What our clients had to do1) Tell us their preferences2) Come over: - For a day of school visits
- For a day of property viewings- To collect their keys and move in!
The family moved into the Greenwich area andthe children now go to school near Canary Wharf.Our client walks to work in 20 minutes,and the children walk to school in 10!
Result
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School strategy and search: we identified potential areas and schools that could suit the family. We organised school visits and assisted in the registration process until the children were offered places.
Case Study 2:Express relocation
What we didWe went through our briefing document on the phone, talking about his requirements in terms of areas, type of property and budget
Day 1
We discussed with the client: - The areas suited to his budget- His priorities in terms of size and budget- His availability for viewings
Day 2
Client viewed 10 properties over one dayWeek 1
We negotiated the rental agreementon his behalf and assisted with thereferencing procedure until the tenancyagreement was signed by both parties
Week 2
We confirmed handover date and time for the keysWeek 3
Banking executive, single,with three weeks to finda new home, move in andstart a new job in the City
Situation
One very happy client, ready to start work immediately!
What our client had to do1) Tell us about his preferences2) Come over:
Result
- For a day of property viewings- To collect his keys and move in!
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Best practice: FAQs.Planning a relocation: timing and fees
When should you startplanning your personal relocation?
Families with children: as soon as possible in orderto discuss and agree school choices and the registrationprocess which will impact on the choice of areas to live in.
Individuals and couples: we recommend startingat least 8 weeks ahead – earlier if possible of thedesired move-in date in order to identify potentialareas to live in and budget constraints.
Best practice: FAQs.Planning a relocation: timing and fees
When should you startregistering for schools?
State schools: once you haveproof of address in the borough.
Private/international schools: as earlyas possible, especially for top schools.
Best practice: FAQs. Planning a relocation: timing and fees
How much are school fees?
Independent British and international schools command fees ranging from£8,000 to £30,000+ p.a. dependingon the school type, the age of thechildren and the school’s reputation.
State schools are free.
Best practice: FAQs. Planning a relocation: timing and fees
How much rent can I “afford” as a tenant?
“Affordability” as calculated by agents is 30times the monthly rent. So, for example, toafford a monthly rent of £2,000, applicantswill require a minimum annual income of£60,000. This can, however, vary by landlord.
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Referralcontact
Sylvie Froger, Founder and DirectorEnglish, French and German fluently spoken.
Sylvie can also say “Hello” in Chinese, Russian, Polish,Spanish, and Italian.
Telephone: +44 7752 343 787
E-mail: [email protected]
Each relocation is different
Our clients can count onus to understand and findwhat’s right for them
And they can rely on oursupport every step of the way