The house that fits.
Welcome to Homes, Handpicked
Homes, Handpicked is a personal home search and buyer support service based in Northern Ireland...
Your Personal Home Search Partner
We don’t sell houses — we handpick homes that fit your life, not just your budget. This is a calm, buyer-first service focused on real support, honest advice, and full guidance from day one to moving day.
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Why Choose Me?
Fully independent and buyer-focused
Transparent pricing, no sales tactics
Real help, not just listings
Built from personal experience and care
Hi, I'm Nicole
I started Homes, Handpicked after struggling to find the right property myself...
What I Believe In:
Home is about feeling safe and seen — not just location
Buyers deserve honest guidance, not pressure or sales tactics
You shouldn’t have to figure it all out alone
How It Works
Step 1: Discovery Call
Friendly chat to understand your vision, budget, and needs.
Step 2: Retainer & Onboarding
We clarify your buying power and expectations.
Step 3: Search & Shortlist
I will search everywhere and curate the best options.
Step 4: Viewings & Feedback
Accompanied or virtual viewings, with clear notes and impressions.
Step 5: Offer & Completion
Guidance through negotiation, surveys, and handover.
Step 6: See Your Shortlist
You receive a personalised shortlist with notes, pros and cons, and lifestyle insights.
Our Services
We offer a warm, personal and buyer-first service...
What’s Included in the £250 Retainer
Discovery consultation to clarify your budget, goals, and lifestyle
A full search across multiple platforms and agents
One full day of accompanied viewings (transport included)
Viewing feedback summaries with recommendations
Offer strategy and comparison guidance
Referral to trusted mortgage brokers and solicitors
Support through to offer, survey and completion
Optional Add-Ons
Extra area tours – £100 per half day
Virtual viewings – £75 per session
Extra viewing days – £100/day
Personalised area guide PDFs – £50
Pre-move checklist and contractor support – £75
Success Fee
Only payable if you buy a home through my help: 0.75% of the final purchase price .
Resources & Blog
Helpful guidance for thoughtful buyers in Northern Ireland. Blog coming soon...
“What Does £250,000 Buy You in NI?”
“Buying When You’re Relocating”
“Your Offer Strategy”