CASE STUDY

Rise Estate Agents

Rise Estate Agents built a solid reputation in County Durham, offering both sales and lettings services. Under the leadership of sole director Matt Geany, the business successfully grew to manage around 180 rental properties while serving a loyal client base across the region.

Business Name:
Rise Estate Agents

Location:
County Durham, UK

Years in Business:
Est. 2007

Size of Business:
180+ Rental Properties

Services Offered:
Estate Agency Sales and Letting Services

Challenges & Goals of Selling the Estate Agency

After years of building Rise Estate Agents, Matt made the decision to sell the business to allow him to begin a new chapter living in Spain.

His goal was to secure a buyer who could continue delivering the same high standards to clients and staff, while also ensuring a smooth and timely sale process.

Atomic Consultancy’s Approach

Atomic Consultancy worked directly with Matt to prepare Rise for the market and present its strengths, including its established lettings portfolio and strong local reputation.

Drawing on our extensive buyer network, we identified Connells as the perfect fit. We guided negotiations and supported all parties from the first enquiry through to completion, ensuring the transaction was handled with efficiency and transparency.

Key Takeaways

Established lettings and sales business in County Durham
Portfolio of 180 managed rental properties
Sole director, Matt Geany, sought a sale to relocate to Spain
Successfully sold through a share sale to Connells
Smooth transition secured for staff and clients
Demonstrates Atomic’s ability to deliver outcomes tailored to seller goals

Feedback

“Upbeat, proactive, efficient and friendly. They were all responsive and explained the process clearly.”

Matt Geany, Rise Estate Agents

Final Thoughts From Atomic

“Supporting Matt with the sale of Rise Estate Agents to Connells was a great example of Atomic’s ability to match sellers with the right buyer. This transaction not only safeguarded the future of a respected County Durham business but also enabled Matt to realise his personal goal of relocating to Spain.”

Lucy Noonan, Owner & Founder – Atomic Consultancy