Why use an Estate Agent in stock?
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 stock to market and sell your property.
Here are some points to consider when deciding whether to find an estate agent in stock to help you market and sell or let your property.
In The Know
A good stock estate agent will already have a shortlist of potential buyers (applicants) on their books, who may immediately want to view your property. This could result in a quick sale.
Good Local Knowledge
An estate agent or letting agent in stock is very likely to have good local knowledge, and thus be an effective marketer of your property.
Quality Marketing
A good stock 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 stock 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 stock 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.
Missed Opportunities
You local stock Estate Agents will always be available, by telephone or email, to deal with enquiries about your property. If you try to DIY your house sale then you are likely to miss may opportunities because you are unlikely to be available to field enquiries.
Selling Tips
Renew Scruffy Flooring
Linoleum flooring in bathrooms and kitchens can often look very bedraggled after years of use. It is inexpensive to replace. Consider renewing it if it looks worse for wear.
Tidy Up
Make sure that rooms are clean and tidy, especially bedrooms, bathrooms and kitchen.
Bully Your Estate Agent
Dont rely on your estate agent in the area of stock, to put the required effort into drawing up the sales particulars and populating the Window Card details. Always scrutinise what they have prepared and don't be scared to request that they make changes to these items if you feel that they haven't put the required effort into this work.
Scrub Up
Don’t be afraid to get out your favourite cleaning products and really get stuck into those tired areas of your property. The ’nearly new’ look of kitchen units, appliances and bathroom furniture will really go down well with stock buyers.