Back to Basics: A PCL agent’s take-aways from lockdown life
The importance of home has been paramount over the last few months, writes Harry Wigram
He began his career at Chesterton International before joining the exclusive Lane Fox flagship office in Chelsea, where he became a Partner after its merger with Strutt & Parker in 2007 and more recently its takeover by BNP Paribas Real Estate. Harry has built up a wealth of local knowledge over the time that he has been operating and thus boasts profound market intelligence, a vast client network and an impressive track record. With this and his long-standing relationships within the industry and inner agency circle, he is able to transact proactively with confidence and maturity.
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