CASE STUDY

Vesta Sales & Lettings

Atomic Consultancy facilitated the successful sale of Vesta Sales & Lettings, a boutique estate agency in Southend-on-Sea, to Balgores, a respected and growing independent group. The deal marked a positive next step for both the sellers and the new owners.

Business Name:
Vesta Sales & Lettings

Location:
Southend-on-Sea, Essex, UK

Years in Business:
3

Size of Business:
70 Managed properties

Services Offered:
Residential sales and lettings

Challenges & Goals of Selling the Estate Agency

Co-owners Rachel and Pippa had built Vesta Sales & Lettings into a trusted local agency. With Pippa relocating to Spain and Rachel looking to take her career in a new direction, now working in property management consultancy, the time was right for a new chapter.

Their goal was to find a buyer who would continue to provide excellent service to their landlords and tenants and look after the business they had worked hard to build. Having never sold a business before, they needed guidance and a team they could trust throughout the process.

Atomic Consultancy’s Approach

Atomic Consultancy guided the sale from beginning to end with a focus on clarity, support, and matching the sellers with the right buyer:

Valuation & Preparation: A full review of Vesta’s portfolio and market position was conducted to support a fair and realistic valuation.
Marketing & Buyer Search: Used their extensive network to introduce Vesta to Balgores, a buyer known for their professionalism and growth mindset.
Negotiation & Deal Structuring: Handled all negotiations with care, ensuring a smooth and fair process that reflected the sellers’ goals.
Due Diligence & Completion: Provided constant support and communication throughout the legal stages, guiding Rachel and Pippa through every step.

Key Takeaways

First-time sellers can navigate the process confidently with the right guidance and communication.
Atomic’s strong relationships with reputable buyers enable faster, well-aligned matches.
Selling a small business doesn’t mean compromising on service, structure, or outcomes.

Feedback

Lucy and the whole team at Atomic have been amazing from start to finish. We had never sold a business before and they talked us through every step, discussed our options and understood what was important to us. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend their services

Rachel Ollington - Former Co-owner of Vesta Sales & Lettings

Final Thoughts From Atomic

Helping Rachel and Pippa sell Vesta was a pleasure from start to finish. They were proud of what they’d built and deserved a buyer who would continue their legacy with care.

Balgores was a perfect fit—experienced, personable, and committed to maintaining high standards.

For first-time sellers, it can feel daunting, but with the right support, the process can be empowering and positive. We’re proud to have been part of this journey.

Lucy Noonan, Owner & Founder – Atomic Consultancy