Reality Checks: Secrets to a successful remote purchase

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Buying agent Hannah Aykroyd explains how virtual tools can help achieve results under the current conditions - although there's no substitute for getting real people into real rooms...

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Hannah Aykroyd

Managing Director at Aykroyd & Co

A law graduate, Hannah is recognised by Spears 500 as one of London’s leading buying agents. Hannah has an exceptional track record in advising clients on all their London property transactions, with a comprehensive understanding of the UK purchasing process. Prior to setting up Aykroyd & Co, Hannah was previously a Director at VanHan, a highly regarded and award winning Prime Central London focused advisory firm. A deep understanding and intuition for what clients are looking for, coupled with the utmost discretion and professionalism, has ensured many long-term client relationships. Hannah is a mother to two little boys, and lives in Central London with her husband. She is a mentor for the Prince’s Trust, an avid tennis player and when not exploring London, she can be found up a tor on Dartmoor.

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