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TAUK, theagencyuk.com, a cloud-based franchise brokerage business, is thrilled to announce the successful completion of an oversubscribed funding round, signifying a momentous milestone for the company. As a result of this achievement, TAUK is proud to welcome esteemed industry leaders Harry Hill and Kenny Bruce MBE to the board, further bolstering their position as a rising star in the UK property market and 'self-employed' agency space.
Harry Hill, former CEO of Countrywide Plc, First Chairman of Rightmove and subsequently Deputy Chair of Hunters PLC, has agreed to take the helm as Chairman of the TAUK board. His wealth of experience and extensive property industry knowledge will undoubtedly steer the company toward unparalleled success.
Harry says:
“I have achieved a modicum of success in agency and, various principles have always been paramount to me - principally that despite technology assistance, agency is a people business and that the finest businesses will always seek to attract, train, support and retain the best people! Those people will ask clients for and deserve premium fees and succeed by delivering on what they promise.
I was therefore delighted to be asked to chair this business where the founders passionately share my views-evidenced by the success that they have achieved to date against almost frightening market and interest rate head winds, and their sensible ambitions, which I totally share, are both achievable and exciting.”
Joining the board as a Senior Non-Executive Director is Kenny Bruce MBE, a veteran in estate agency with over 30 years of experience. His remarkable contributions to the sector make him a valuable asset to TAUK, including leading one of the largest agencies on the south coast and being the pioneering Sales Director and Founder of Purplebricks.
Andrew Vass, Chief Executive of TAUK, expressed his delight, stating, "We are thrilled to close this initial funding round with such overwhelming interest in our vision for the UK real estate market. As a UK-based business, we have the advantage of steering our direction with agility, adapting to market conditions while maintaining control over our operations. We are deeply honoured and grateful to have Harry Hill and Kenny Bruce join our board and be part of TAUK's journey."
Steph Walker, Chief Sales Officer of TAUK, emphasised the significance of this investment, remarking, "After the incredible work of the founding team & especially, our founding agents, we have built incredibly robust foundations which have attracted this investment. This influx of capital empowers us to further support and nurture our partner agents, enabling them to achieve unparalleled success and productivity. It will bolster our digital marketing efforts to complement agents' activities in the field, attract top talent across the UK, and most excitingly, launch our highly anticipated Estate Agency Director Team model in key metropolitan markets."
TAUK's visionary plans also include the introduction of their new Downstream Capital Offering, designed to empower new and existing agents within the TAUK network to cultivate substantial long-term value within their own businesses.
With nearly 100 partner agents across Great Britain, TAUK's expansion is on the horizon.
Mark Bruce, Founder, adds, "Our intention was always to offer a premium suite of services to ensure the success of each Estate Agent joining us to build their businesses. This significant investment of capital, with the endorsement of Harry and Kenny, shows we have one of the best solutions for Estate Agents considering the self-employed route. We are now poised to increase our Partner Agent headcount across the UK and look forward to talking with agents about how our support, lead generation and tools will give them a unique edge in the marketplace.”
As their recruitment drive begins, Vass adds, "Today marks an exhilarating chapter for TAUK and all involved. Our rapid growth trajectory is now fortified, providing our agents diversified revenue streams, significant lead generation and tremendous earning potential."
If you're the best estate agent in your area, contact the Founders directly to start becoming a TAUK Partner Agent.