The Selling Process

There are a number of steps involved in the selling process, which generally begins with you making necessary repairs and ends with you handing the keys over to the new owner.

Below you'll find our step-by-step guide to the selling process, which will help you to sell your home in the most easiest and most stress-free way:

• First of all, you need to decide whether you're going to sell your property privately, through an estate agent or at an auction. This decision will undoubtedly affect the speed at which you sell your home and the price you get for it.
• Once you've decided how you're going to sell your property, you will need to make necessary repairs and maintenance to ensure it is in an immaculate condition before it is valued. For more information on getting the best price click here.
• Next on the agenda is the valuation so you can then decide on what amount to set the asking price at. Ask a number of estate agents to value your home before deciding on a price and which estate agent to hire. Obviously, the better condition your house is in, the higher the valuation price will be, and that is why it is so important to make the necessary repairs before you put the property on the market.
• Once you've confirmed an asking price it is time to put your property on the market and generate some publicity, so people know it's up for sale. If you are selling through an estate agent they will do this on your behalf, usually through placing adverts in the local newspapers and the estate agents window.
• The publicity should generate some interest from potential buyers who will want to view your home. Make sure your house is nice and tidy on the day of the viewing and be honest and helpful when answering questions.
• When a buyer puts in an offer for your home it is time to start the negotiations. Be clear on how much you are prepared to accept for your property but do not expect a buyer to offer you the exact asking price.
• Once you have agreed the sale with a buyer you must inform a solicitor, who will take over the process, drawing up contracts, etc.
• The final stage is to sign on the dotted line to confirm you no longer own the property. Then you will just need to agree a moving out date and hand over the keys.