Want to make a high-end move to Devon? It could be time to hire a property finder. Based on the East Devon/Dorset border, Nick Cunningham tracks down the premium properties in the East, Mid and North Devon areas. His patch covers all the highly sought hotspots of Exeter, Budleigh Salterton and Sidmouth (all on Muddy’s Best Places to Live) right up to the North Devon coast and into Somerset. Nick tells me that some of these areas, the Blackdown Hills in particular, are hidden gems, parts of Devon which people drive through, without spotting their potential.

Nick has years of experience married with a cool-headed approach to house-hunting. Because Nick makes it his business to know the local agents, he has the inside on what’s coming onto the market in the neighbourhood. Tell him what you’re after, and he’ll rustle up a hot hit-list, organise tours (or a video if you can’t visit in person), and even do the negotiating on an offer for you. He can also help you find somewhere to stay nearby if you have to travel any distance.

What you might not know about a property finder, is they know all the local intel – the best schools, where to find a strong community, where’s going up, or down. Just as importantly, they can help you save money by advising if a property is overpriced, and identify any potential pitfalls before you get too far down the line. He’s your own personal expert, someone on your side, giving you a head start should you find yourself in a race to nail a really special pad.

Ready to make that move? Read Nick’s tips on Moving to Exeter, then give him a bell on 07977 490574 or email nickcunningham@stacks.co.uk. That call could remove much of the house-hunting headache (and potential heartache) and kickstart a whole new life in the West Country. And that’s got to be worth picking up the phone for.