CASE STUDY

Robert Cooney

A premium Taunton lettings portfolio sold to Connells, allowing the business owners to focus on their core residential sales division, with expert support from Atomic Consultancy.

Business Name:
Robert Cooney

Location:
Taunton, Somerset

Years in Business:
Est. 2010

Size of Business:
130+ managed properties

Services Offered:
Residential sales and lettings (lettings portfolio sold; sales retained)

Challenges & Goals of Selling the Estate Agency

Founded in 2010, Robert Cooney had built a strong reputation as a high-end, independent estate agency in Taunton. With a modern approach, excellent marketing, and a well-established client base, the agency had successfully grown both its sales and lettings operations.

Business owners Robert Cooney and Kate Trewhella made a strategic decision to focus exclusively on residential sales — their primary area of interest and growth. To achieve this, they chose to sell their managed lettings portfolio and required a buyer that could uphold their service standards and support a smooth handover.

Atomic Consultancy’s Approach

Led by Laura at Atomic Consultancy, the process began with a thorough valuation of the lettings portfolio, which included over 130 managed properties. With a clear goal to protect the agency’s brand and reputation, Atomic identified potential acquirers who would align with the business’s high standards and local presence.

Connells, one of the UK’s largest and most established estate agency groups, emerged as the ideal buyer. Laura managed the transaction from start to finish — including offer negotiation, legal coordination, and day-to-day support to ensure the deal moved forward efficiently and professionally.

Atomic provided clear communication throughout, keeping all parties aligned and delivering a seamless transition for landlords and tenants alike.

Key Takeaways

Taunton-based agency with a high-end lettings portfolio
Over 130 managed properties included in the sale
Owners made a strategic decision to focus on sales
Atomic Consultancy managed the full transaction, led by Laura
Portfolio successfully sold to Connells

Feedback

“Atomic Consultancy came highly recommended to us from another agent who had switched to them during their own sale, and we very quickly understood why. From the outset, Lucy carefully interpreted our niche brief which Laura then picked up and progressed with precision and expertise. They guided us through every stage of the transfer process in a professional, friendly and timely manner. Communication was prompt, advice was clear and constructive, and we felt fully supported from start to finish. We would have no hesitation in recommending Atomic to others seeking knowledgeable, approachable and highly effective consultants.”

Robert Cooney - Previous Owner

Final Thoughts From Atomic

It was a pleasure to support Robert and Kate with the sale of their lettings portfolio. Their commitment to quality and service was clear from the outset, and we’re pleased to have helped them achieve a clean and professional transition so they can continue building their sales business. Connells was a strong fit for the portfolio, and the process was a great example of how well-managed strategic sales can deliver value for everyone involved.atom

Lucy Noonan, Owner & Founder – Atomic Consultancy