Selling a Property in the Stokesley, Great Ayton, Hutton Rugby Area?
(Source: the RICS website)Decided to sell?
If you have decided to put your property on the market remember it can take anything from four weeks to several months if a chain is involved.
1. Choosing an estate agent: Once you have decided to sell you need to employ an estate agent to put your property on the market for sale. Always choose a RICS certified Chartered Surveyor to sell your property in Stokesley to ensure you get the best quality and ethical service.
2.Marketing your property: A Stokesley estate agent will discuss the best way to sell your property and will discuss with you the price to expect from the sale. You will need to sign a contract with the estate agent marketing your property.
3. Agreeing the sale: You will have to negotiate around making and accepting an offer on your property. It is up to the seller on how much they are willing to accept.
4. Instruct your solicitor: Your solicitor will help prepare the documents required to help put your property on the market for sale. They will also get involved in the negotiations through to the exchange of contracts and completion of sale. If you do not have a solicitor Holmes and Rose could recommend one for you.
5. Exchange of contracts: Both parties will sign contracts and agree a date for moving. At this stage the sale becomes legal and binding.
6. Completion: Date of moving. The funds will be exchanged and the keys will be left with the Stokesley estate agent.
Using Local Stokesley Estate Agents Holmes and Rose
It’s a good idea to choose a local RICS estate agent with experience of selling homes like yours. Here are some points to follow before you make a decision:
•When getting valuations from different agents – bear in mind the highest figure may not be the most realistic
• Check their terms and conditions - charges may vary
• Find out exactly what you’re paying for – how the agent will advertise your property, and where
• Home Information Pack – check how this is paid for and when
• You may be able to negotiate fees, although most agents charge a standard fee based on a percentage of the selling price.
• Agree a maximum selling time. If you’re happy with the service, you can always extend it – and if you’re not, you can change agents when the time’s up
• Last but not least, try and choose an agent you like – selling a house can be a long process, so it’s important you get on.
