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Kivells can be traced back to 1885 when William Thomas Kivell set himself up in business as an auctioneer and land agent, first in Pyworthy and then in Holsworthy. 
What follows is an account of the Kivell family over four generations in the development of the firm of Kivells, from its origins as a one-man business in the late nineteenth century to its position today as one of the leading firms of Auctioneers, property agents and chartered surveyors in the West Country. 
William Kivell went on to grow the business and was joined by his sons forming Kivell and Sons, selling farm property and holding livestock auctions.
Kivells is a very different firm from that founded by William Thomas Kivell in 1885, however the nature of the business and its ethics remain the same all be it with a much larger area of operation. 
The firm has recently became a limited company with one of the five directors being David Kivell, a great-grandson of William Kivell.
It is organised around five divisions:-
<ul><li>Agricultural sales and auctions (including the 3 livestock markets at Holsworthy, Hallworthy and Exeter and on farm sales throughout the Westcountry).
</li><li>Farm, Residential and Commercial Property (covering sales, auctions and lettings).
</li><li>Professional and Valuation work (including surveys, property management, rent reviews and full project management)
</li><li>Machinery and Heritage department (specialise in the sale of steam engines and all manner of vehicles, agricultural and domestic bygones).</li></ul>Kivells now operate from 5 main offices (Exeter, Holsworthy, Launceston, Liskeard and Bude) and 3 market centres (Holsworthy, Exeter and Hallworthy) and the firm employs around 170 full and part-time staff.

Rural town

Row of terraced houses

View over rooftops

Rural cottage

House

PROSPECTIVE TENANTS (PRE-ACCEPTANCE) All rents are per calendar month, payable in advance (unless otherwise stated).Rents quoted exclude water, sewage charges, gas, electric and Council Tax which is payable in addition by you the tenant (unless stated) If you consider taking a property you will be required to make a payment to cover referencing. Prospective tenants receiving housing benefit may not always be considered for certain properties. This can be confirmed prior to submitting an application. If considered a guarantor will be required. Referencing - £80.00&#43;VAT (£80.00&#43;£16.00 &#61; £96.00) per tenantReferencing per tenant (identity, immigration and visa confirmation, financial credit checks, obtaining references from current or previous employers /landlords and any other relevant information to assess affordability).Guarantor Fee - £30.00&#43;VAT (£30.00&#43;£6.00 &#61; £36.00) per guarantor (if required)Covering credit referencing and preparing a Deed of Guarantee as part of the Tenancy Agreement.Unless otherwise stated, properties are let on an Assured Shorthold Tenancy, under the Housing Act 1988 for a minimum fixed term of six months, thereafter periodic.A copy of our &#34;draft&#34; tenancy agreement is available on request. PLEASE NOTE: ONCE AN APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED AND SUBMITTED TO THE REFERENCING COMPANY. YOU WILL BE LIABLE FORREFERENCING COST/S SHOULD YOU EITHER CHARGE YOUR MIND OR YOUR APPLICATION IS REJECTED DUE TO POOR CREDIT ORLANDLORD/S REFERENCE ETC. We strongly recommend you do not make any arrangements regarding the tenancy until:Suitable replies to enquires have been received and you receive confirmation in writing. A Deposit of one months rent plus £50.00 will be required in advance on signing of the tenancy (unless otherwise stated) A Pet Deposit of £200.00 (should it be applicable) All deposits will be placed in a Government Approved Scheme. Kivells are members of The Deposit Protection Scheme. www.depositprotection.com PROSPECTIVE TENANTS: (POST ACCEPTANCE) Administration Tenant Fee £100.00&#43;VAT (£100.00&#43;£20.00 &#61; £120.00) per tenantContract negotiation (amending and agreeing terms) and arranging the tenancy and agreementAmendment Fee - £50&#43;VAT (£50.00&#43;£10.00)Contract negotiation, amending terms and updating your tenancy agreement during your tenancyReturned Payments will result in a charge of £20 to the Landlords Agent for any payment presented to the Landlord&#39;s Agent&#39;s bank but returned, refused or re-presented by the bank for any reason. This fee will be payable for each presentation which fails.Breech Of Tenancy - £25.00&#43;VAT (£25.00&#43;£5.00 &#61; £30.00) per letter Cost of the Landlord&#39;s Agent for each letter the Landlords Agent, acting reasonably, has to send to the tenant concerning breaches of the tenancyagreement.Unpaid rent will be subject to interest at the rate of 6% per annum. This amount will be calculated from the date the payment was due up until the datepayment is received. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS ON OUR FEES, PLEASE ASK A MEMBER OF STAFF

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