If you want to sell your home there are numerous estate agents who provide free valuation services. Perhaps choose two estate agencies, these can each provide you with a valuation for your house or property. Ultimately the price you want to advertise your property at is up to you. Agencies will however guide you as to the price, target market and of course the property market situation.

 

Vendors should also pay attention to estate agency fees, which can vary considerably and cost you extra money. Try to create a bond and friendship with the selling agencies instead of just being another reference number. Above all else make sure that you are dealing with a reputable company, usually word of mouth and speaking to locals in the area will tell you this information.

Ensure that the agency operates to the highest possible professional standards and if a valuation is made that the Company are registered Chartered Surveyors operating to the relevant guidelines and regulations.

Before signing up, ask where and how your property will be advertised, how the house will be marketed and how much exposure will it get. Local and regional newspapers covering the surrounding area and counties are sometimes not enough. Enquire if national or European property specific publications are included both online and in print to help sell your house and market it.

Whether commercial property or residential, you always want a NO SALE NO FEE agreement with the estate agents. Do not pay anything if the house does not sell. There are plenty who will do this so shop around for one who suits you.

Try to ensure that the description and photos used for the properties marketing and exposure is of the highest possible standard and oozes quality. Try to sell the house by pointing out the house or property benefits.

Here are examples of a brief house description, which could perhaps be a useful guide for marketing purposes when looking to sell and list your own property for sale.

1. ‘We are especially pleased to be able to offer this exceptional five bedroomed dwelling, situated on a small lane on the outskirts of London, in an ever popular village 6 miles south east of Chelsea. This ideal family home offers elevated views within generous landscaped gardens and excellent family accommodation boasting many features such as a first floor lounge and conservatory giving access to large balcony and picturesque views over the surrounding hills and countryside, culminating in a charming vista of London City in the distance. Further benefits include double glazing, three bathrooms, a large timber built workshop and a purpose built Mediterranean style terrace. The accommodation comprises; Entrance Hall, Dining Room, Three Bedrooms, Family Bathroom, Kitchen / Breakfast Room, Study, Utility Room, Stairs to First Floor, Two Further Bedrooms, Second Bathroom, Lounge, Conservatory & Balcony’

2. ‘This attractive, well presented detached family residence is situated within easy distance of Burbage village centre with its range of shops, schools and amenities. Commuting via the A5/M69 makes travelling to Leicester, Coventry, Birmingham and surrounding urban areas very good indeed. The property is also well placed for local countryside. The property has been the subject of considerable improvement throughout and internal viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate its wealth of attractive, quality fixtures and fittings. The accommodation boasts of an impressive entrance hall with fitted cloakroom off, attractive lounge and separate dining room, superb recently built upvc double glazed conservatory, well fitted breakfast kitchen and utility room. To the first floor there are four good sized bedrooms of which the master has an ensuite facility as well as the family bathroom. A driveway leads to a double garage and well tended private gardens.’

3. ‘An opportunity has arisen for the discerning purchaser to acquire this executive stone built detached house which is situated near the A650 allowing commuting networks to Leeds and Wakefield City Centres and local motorway networks. The property also offers gas central heating, double glazing throughout, security alarm system, external sensors, internal intercom, hardwired sound system within property and much more. The accommodation briefly comprises: - entrance hall, lounge, feature marble fireplace and French doors leading to conservatory, dining room and second sitting room, light oak fitted kitchen with adjoining utility room and guest cloaks/wc. To the first floor there are four double bedrooms with master bedroom having fitted furniture and ensuite shower room there is also a house bathroom with jacuzzi bath and separate shower. From the main bedroom a staircase leads to a spacious loft space. Outside there are gardens to three sides of the property.’

Best of luck whether buying or selling any kind of property, we hope that you attain the price you are looking for from either perspective whether the vendor or purchaser.