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Having started in the estate agency business as a new graduate from Exeter University, Sara undertook a graduate training scheme with Hamptons, one of the top estate agents in London. Sara remained in estate agency, working in South West and Central London for over thirteen years. She then moved to buying agency to work with Phil Spencer (Location, Location, Location) before joining Stacks London 7 years ago.
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