CASE STUDY

Oakfield Property

Atomic Consultancy supported the successful sale of Oakfield Property, a well-regarded independent estate agency in Chester, to local buyer Currans, enabling a smooth and positive transition for its founder.

Business Name:
Oakfield Property

Location:
Chester, United Kingdom

Years in Business:
Over 15

Size of Business:
Single branch

Services Offered:
Residential sales and lettings

Challenges & Goals of Selling the Estate Agency

After over 15 years of running Oakfield Property, founder Paul Quinn was ready to step away from the estate agency world and explore life beyond the business.

Having invested years building a reputable local brand, Paul wanted to ensure the next chapter of the business would be in safe hands, both for his clients and his team.

The emotional aspect of the decision was just as important as the commercial one.

With no desire for a drawn-out sale, Paul needed a straightforward process and a buyer who would take over the business with professionalism and care.

Currans, a fellow independent agency in Chester, proved to be the perfect fit.

Atomic Consultancy’s Approach

Atomic Consultancy guided Paul through a calm, structured, and highly supportive sales process from start to finish:

Valuation & Preparation: Carefully assessed Oakfield Property’s market position and business performance to create an accurate and attractive valuation.
Marketing & Buyer Search: Used targeted outreach and their deep local knowledge to identify Currans as a highly compatible buyer.
Negotiation & Deal Structuring: Facilitated open, pragmatic negotiations that respected Paul’s goals and ensured a clean handover.
Due Diligence & Completion: Offered full support throughout, with regular communication and expert input to keep everything moving smoothly.

Key Takeaways

Even emotionally-driven exits can be managed with clarity and care when guided by an experienced partner.
Finding a local, values-aligned buyer like Currans made for a natural and trusted transition.
Atomic’s practical, proactive approach helped the seller exit on their terms, without stress.

Feedback

Amazing, Amazing, Amazing! Sam, Laura & Lucy have an unbelievable skill set of being able to get things done without anything ever being a problem. People often say they can do this and that, but these ladies actually deliver.

Paul Quinn, Former Owner of Oakfield Property

Final Thoughts From Atomic

Helping Paul sell Oakfield Property was an absolute pleasure. After years of commitment to the business and the Chester property market, it was time for him to take a well-earned break and we were honoured to support that journey.

What made this sale especially rewarding was how aligned Currans were as a buyer. It was the right cultural and commercial fit, which made for a smooth and satisfying transition on all sides.

If you’re ready to step away from your estate or lettings agency, whether you’re retiring, moving on, or simply ready for a change, we’re here to help make it happen, with care, expertise, and absolutely no drama

Lucy Noonan, Owner & Founder – Atomic Consultancy