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Send us a textWhat does it take to thrive as an independent estate agency in the heart of London for over 22 years? Rob Hill, founder of Greater London Properties, reveals the surprising journey that transformed a temporary six month venture into a flourishing business with central London offices in Soho and Bloomsbury.Rob's story begins with an unexpected twist, armed with nothing but a Sainsbury's bag full of keys and a mobile phone, he entered the industry almost accidentally after 9/11 disrupted his original career plans. That temporary solution evolved into a values driven agency competing successfully against London's property giants.The secret? Rob likens his independent agency to a "speedboat" maneuvering nimbly around corporate "cruise liners" that struggle to change direction quickly. This agility allows his team to adapt rapidly to market shifts, new legislation, and emerging technologies, providing a distinctive advantage when servicing both individual and corpor