Simply London RelocationRelocating to London, made simple

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AboutSimply London Relocation

Founded by French expatriatesSylvie Froger and Sandra Redon

Multilingual international businessteam with an in-depth, personal knowledgeof London and the relocation process

Accreditations

We are members of:

Our team

Provides a high quality, flexible relocation serviceto those moving to London

Services corporate and individual clients

Some customerswe have worked for:

How we help expatsrelocate to London

Many things to consider:Current location

Give notice for current rental propertyStop all contracts/utilitiesArrange removals and travel

New business

Find officesLegal structureAccounting, Recruitment, Utilities…

New job

LanguageNew commuteNew colleagues

New location

Choose an area to liveFind a new homeChildren’s educationInternet and phoneOther practical details, e.g. doctor, car, pets

Our services:Property Search

We help professionals and families relocating to London, with a rangeof services aimed at making the relocation process faster and easier:

Advice on London areas and rental prices

Search for rental properties &organisation of viewing itineraries

Search for temporary accommodation

Property Rental

Our services:School Search

We help professionals and families relocating to London, with a rangeof services aimed at making the relocation process faster and easier:

Advice on the school system & registrations

Selection of suitable schools

Assistance with school registrations

Search for nurseries and nannies

Schools

Our services: Practical Help & Advice

We help professionals and families relocating to London, with a rangeof services aimed at making the relocation process faster and easier:

Installation of home utilities, broadband, and TV

Insurance and council tax

Vehicle parking permit

Practical Assistance & Advice

Assistance with bank, phone, national insurance

Advice on public & private health care system

How we workwith our clients

Whether we are working on a school searchor a property search, our process is the same

We assist our clientsuntil the search iscompleted to theclient’s satisfaction

Client receives a Simply London Relocation Guide detailinghow the process works and how we will work with them

We agree on servicesrequired and costs

Client completes adetailed Briefing Document

We talk or meet with the client to ensure that wehave fully understood their needs and preferences

We search tirelessly to findthe best options for them

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Our Unique Selling Propositions: Family services

Family oriented

We work to understand each family’sunique needs and preferences

Our personal and professional experience enables us to appreciate what families go through when they relocate

Our Unique Selling Propositions:Flexible services

À la carte services

Our clients can choose theservices they need from our “menu”

Clients can add otherservices later if they wish or if their needs change

Our Unique Selling Propositions:Structured approach

Documentedprocesses & guidance

All processes are documented andcommunicated to the client, every step of theway, so they always know what the next stage is.

We provide our very own “Guide to Renting inLondon” and “Installation Guide” to our clients,based on our experience of what matters toexpats and the questions they ask themselves.

How to identify an opportunityfor Simply London Relocation

…employee relocating to London?

…employee + familyrelocating to London?

…recruiting new staff fromabroad or outside of Londonto work and live in London?

We help those relocating focus onbusiness from the moment theyarrive in London, knowing that:

…their family is taken care of…those day-to-day things needed

to get life in a foreign city upand running are organised!

We save:

…employees time and stress…businesses time and money

Company: We can help

We help employees ensure a successful and productive transition to their new location.

Pricing

Pricing Structure:Our fees are transparent and agreedupfront: no surprises for the client

Pay as you go: clients only pay for the services they want;they can add extra services as and when they need them

Average spend per relocation

School search & registration advice

Property search

Settling in package

£1,400 - £2,800

£700

£1,000 - £2,200

£700

Case Study 1:Family relocation

What we didFamily with two primary school age children, movingfor the start of the school year in September.The father works for a multinational energycompany, with headquarters in Canary Wharf.

SituationBriefing: we spent an hour on the phone going through the family’s requirements and constraints, the children’scurrent school level, their knowledge of English, etc.

June

Property Search: following a further client briefing andbased on the confirmed school and the office location, we:- identified potential areas for the family to live in - organised a day of viewings in August- assisted until the tenancy agreement was signed

July

Settling in Package: once our clients found theirideal property, we organised their council tax, homeinsurance, broadband, TV, and utilities. We also advisedon GP registrations and where to buy a vacuum cleaner!

August

What our clients had to do1) Tell us their preferences2) Come over: - For a day of school visits

- For a day of property viewings- To collect their keys and move in!

The family moved into the Greenwich area andthe children now go to school near Canary Wharf.Our client walks to work in 20 minutes,and the children walk to school in 10!

Result

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School strategy and search: we identified potential areas and schools that could suit the family. We organised school visits and assisted in the registration process until the children were offered places.

Case Study 2:Express relocation

What we didWe went through our briefing document on the phone, talking about his requirements in terms of areas, type of property and budget

Day 1

We discussed with the client: - The areas suited to his budget- His priorities in terms of size and budget- His availability for viewings

Day 2

Client viewed 10 properties over one dayWeek 1

We negotiated the rental agreementon his behalf and assisted with thereferencing procedure until the tenancyagreement was signed by both parties

Week 2

We confirmed handover date and time for the keysWeek 3

Banking executive, single,with three weeks to finda new home, move in andstart a new job in the City

Situation

One very happy client, ready to start work immediately!

What our client had to do1) Tell us about his preferences2) Come over:

Result

- For a day of property viewings- To collect his keys and move in!

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Best practice: FAQs.Planning a relocation: timing and fees

When should you startplanning your personal relocation?

Families with children: as soon as possible in orderto discuss and agree school choices and the registrationprocess which will impact on the choice of areas to live in.

Individuals and couples: we recommend startingat least 8 weeks ahead – earlier if possible of thedesired move-in date in order to identify potentialareas to live in and budget constraints.

Best practice: FAQs.Planning a relocation: timing and fees

When should you startregistering for schools?

State schools: once you haveproof of address in the borough.

Private/international schools: as earlyas possible, especially for top schools.

Best practice: FAQs. Planning a relocation: timing and fees

How much are school fees?

Independent British and international schools command fees ranging from£8,000 to £30,000+ p.a. dependingon the school type, the age of thechildren and the school’s reputation.

State schools are free.

Best practice: FAQs. Planning a relocation: timing and fees

How much rent can I “afford” as a tenant?

“Affordability” as calculated by agents is 30times the monthly rent. So, for example, toafford a monthly rent of £2,000, applicantswill require a minimum annual income of£60,000. This can, however, vary by landlord.

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Referralcontact

Sylvie Froger, Founder and DirectorEnglish, French and German fluently spoken.

Sylvie can also say “Hello” in Chinese, Russian, Polish,Spanish, and Italian.

Telephone: +44 7752 343 787

E-mail: sylvie@simplylondonrelocation.com

Each relocation is different

Our clients can count onus to understand and findwhat’s right for them

And they can rely on oursupport every step of the way