1. Sentinel Property Group – Reg. # 2015/296747/07
P O Box 412655, Craighall, 2196 – M J Walters (Director)
Corporate Profile
Company Name: Sentinel Property Group
Company registration number: 2015 / 296747 / 07
Date: February 2016
Background
After many years in the property industry building brands, we recognise that with a commitment,
focused effort, exposure and professionalism, more often than not, a successful result can be
achieved.
There are two subjective issues in the property industry, open mandates and commission only
remuneration. The traditional sales model in its ‘old’ format is not acceptable - we think it is time for
change. We believe that the timing is right for a more innovative, effective and community based
model. We also believe that the future lies in providing a smarter more service orientated way to do
business. We know that when Property Owners are considering a disposal and acquisitions, they
often need guidance, expertise and partnership type advice in terms of the process, method and the
parties they select to work with, likewise when a property seeker needs a premises.
Introduction
Most Property Owners believe their fixed asset is worth more than anyone else in the market does,
this is a global phenomenon. It is also commonly accepted that when emotions run high, and play a
role in decision making process, this can influence decisions and can be costly. This is where we
believe Property Owners need independent, objective and professional advice when considering
these decisions. They need someone they can trust who will add value in the process by developing
a strategy, selecting the right Partner and ensuring the strategy is swiftly and well executed. This can
include some corporate governance issues, for the larger listed property fund where reporting to
Shareholders and Directors is necessary. This exercise takes time and costs money; we prevent the
many frustrations and save costly mistakes.
2. Sentinel Property Group – Reg. # 2015/296747/07
P O Box 412655, Craighall, 2196 – M J Walters (Director)
Our Principle Beliefs
In today’s competitive world, we believe our Clients are looking for a ‘one stop solution’. It is based
on this premise that we have partnered with a variety of experts that we have worked with before
and have performed in their specialize areas of property.
By partnering with these professionals we are able to deliver in multi disciplinary project team with
experience in and knowledge of all aspects of the market, the target area, and the expertise (and
resources) necessary to execute a Tailor Made Solution.
We are also not shy to inform our Client where we cannot add value to a project.
Our business is built on the belief that a carefully managed combination of the following factors
determines the outcome of a process.
Disposals;
1. The fixed asset needs to be PRICED RIGHT in the market.
2. The ‘offering’ needs to be EXPOSED to the RIGHT AUDIENCE.
3. The task needs to be a SINGLE MINDED, FOCUSED effort, DRIVEN, by ‘incentivized’
PROFESSIONALS.
Acquisition, or Seekers;
A partnership commitment to a confidential, open and transparent relationship where we gain an
understanding of and get full access to; the business needs, objectives, financial capabilities and
timing, through a single point of contact.
3. Sentinel Property Group – Reg. # 2015/296747/07
P O Box 412655, Craighall, 2196 – M J Walters (Director)
The Sentinel Process
Assessment
We understand the Sellers needs.
We assess the uniqueness of the property.
We determine the saleability of the property, and inform the Seller.
Upon agreement, Seller provides a commitment / sole mandate.
Approval
We workshop and create the best options.
We develop a strategy and select the right Partner from our panel.
We discuss, develop and plan the solution.
We present our recommendations.
Engagement
The Partner is appointed.
The marketing plan is developed and placed.
We activate the sales process, provide support and feedback.
Deal
We are involved in the deal process.
We provide assist, document and negotiate.
We get the deal done!
4. Sentinel Property Group – Reg. # 2015/296747/07
P O Box 412655, Craighall, 2196 – M J Walters (Director)
The Sentinel Benefits
• We offer a ‘one stop’ solution throughout the process.
• Once we understand the Sellers needs and uniqueness of the property, we find ways to
unlock value.
• We save the Property Owner / Seeker time and money.
• We develop a tailor made strategy / solution, and support the execution thereof.
• We select the right Partner from our panel, to execute the agreed strategy.
• We track and contract with market performers.
• We have the same transparent SLA’s with all our Partners.
• We follow good ‘corporate governance’, for Shareholder and Directors verification.
• We make recommendations based on achieving the Sellers objective.
• We offer a ‘one stop’ service that is convenient and confidential.
• We triple the sales effort and rate of success from industry norm of 35% to over 95%.
• OUR service is complementary to the Seller / Seeker.
The Management Team
Mike Walters - has been privileged enough to have worked with, and on, building many local and
international brands in the hospitality, motoring, beverage and property industries. He has had
many diverse roles in these industries – including managing, launching and marketing hotels and
game lodges, motor vehicles, the tyres placed on them, some pharmaceuticals, lots of beer, as well
as selling ‘going concern’ accommodation establishments, and property investments.
Mike’s exposure to the property market started in early 2000, when he started a property portfolio
by buying ten properties in one year. Mike enjoys understanding the dynamics surrounding a
property asset, the income, as well as finding ways to unlock value.
After building his portfolio, Mike started and built the Pam Golding - Lodges and Guesthouses
division in the Inland region of the country. He then moved to the Auction world, and sold every
Investment property he took to the floor over a 3 year period at Bidline Auction – an unbeaten 100%
sales record. More recently Mike was the Divisional Manager of Renprop Commercial – where he
tripled the size of the business.
Mike is very excited to be involved in building the Sentinel Property Group as a modern, innovative
and solution driven business offering a creative alternative in the industry.
Spiro Barbaressos – has worked in the property sales environment since 2000. Starting his career at
Aucor as a junior asset broker whilst honing his skills in the auction arena, he quickly found his forte
in successfully selling properties by private treaty and auction.
5. Sentinel Property Group – Reg. # 2015/296747/07
P O Box 412655, Craighall, 2196 – M J Walters (Director)
Between 2005 and 2008 he secured, processed and successfully sold a total of 18 properties for
Liberty Property Group. This sale included landmark buildings like CCMA House, Rentmeester Office
Park, and The Colosseum in central Johannesburg which sold for an auction record of R57million for
a single lot.
Spiro has since consulted to the top auction houses in the country, consistently delivering and
executing high profile sales within the real estate industry. With an unprecedented sales closure rate
of over 95% in a career spanning over 15 years, he has been entrusted and exclusively mandated by
the private and corporate sector, listed property funds and financial institutions to sell off core, and
non-core assets.
Spiro is passionate, committed and dedicated to continue creating immense value in the commercial
property space with a proven track record that speaks for itself.
In Conclusion
We appreciate your consideration and look forward to working with you to find your Tailor Made
Solution.
Thank you.