Why use an Estate Agent in sale?
There is a recent trend towards trying to sell your own property. Many new websites now offer services to assist you with this, but at AgentQuote.co.uk, we believe that there would be great value to you in finding a good estate agent in sale to market and sell your property.
Here are some points to consider when deciding whether to find an estate agent in sale to help you market and sell or let your property.
Quality Marketing
A good sale estate agent will be an expert at marketing your property. They will know how to advertise your property in all the right places. Ideally your sale property needs as much exposure as possible, to maximise interest from potential buyers. Normally an agent will advertise your property on property portals, such as Rightmove, and in your local or sale property post. Other forms of marketing include window cards, handouts, mail-shots and open-house days. Remember, the frequency and quality of the content of the advertising is just as important as where it appears.
Presentation
A good estate agent in sale will be able to advise you on how to best present your property to potential purchasers.
The Right Value
A sale-based estate agent will know the sensible marketing value of a property such as yours, located in your area of sale.
Accompanied Viewings
Most estate agents in sale will offer to undertake accompanied viewings on your behalf. They will show off your property to viewers, drawing attention to all of the best features. Most viewers are more likely to tell an estate agent, than the owner, what they don’t like about a property. This means that if you use a sale estate agent, you are likely to get honest feedback on what aspects of your property need dressing up to achieve a quick sale, at the best price.
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Be Energy Efficient
If you're selling your home then sale buyers will be looking for energy efficient properties, as these will be cheaper to run, and easier to sell.
A good sale estate agent will be able to advise you and point you in the right direction for making your home more energy efficient.
An energy assessor will come and assess your property for a current and potential Energy Efficiency Rating and a current and potential Environmental (CO2) Impact Rating. This will be included in your HIP pack, which must be completed before you market your property.
Be Realistic About The Market
Like the rest of the UK, the property market in sale is on its knees. You need to be realistic about the value of your sale property if you want a quick sale. This may be difficult, especially if you stretched yourself on your mortgage when your purchased. Consider discussing your situation with your IFA, and your estate agent to agree a realistic market value for your property. Jun 09.
Make some coffee
Most people love the smell of brewing coffee, even if they don't like to drink it. Consider putting on some fresh coffee just before a viewing, it's sure to create a welcoming odour for those sale viewers!