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Tips for Sellers

Thinking about selling? Here are some handy tips to help you on your way....

1. Find out what your property is worth! Let Red Apple give you a Free No Obligation Market Appraisal. A market appraisal is about more that just a price; it is a good chance to get to know us at Red Apple and what services we offer.

2. Timing! When is a good time to move? In our experience the best time to move is when you feel comfortable. People buy and sell houses all year round, yes. The favoured times are spring and summer or early in the New Year, but, you choose when you want o move.

3. When choosing an agent don't be swayed by either a high value or by cheap agency fees - think about the whole package as it could be false economy in the long run, if you don't get either the sale or the service you want.

4. Easy Access! If you are ready to sell your home then make sure people are going to see it. Talk to your agent - make sure that they will advertise your property on the Internet and in the local papers. You want people to know that your property is for sales so do have a For Sale board and leave a set of keys with your agent, so you don't miss out on any hot buyers because you are not at home. At Red Apple we will do all this for you and give you regular feedback.

5. Clean up your act! If you are thinking about selling in the long term, updating your kitchen & bathroom may be a good investment. If you are thinking about selling soon, then NOW is the time to do all those DIY jobs you have been putting off, and remember, first impressions count.

6. Viewings. Red Apple prefers to do accompany viewings. So remember - although you may know your property better than we do, we are confident in saying we know how to sell houses, so let us do the job for you. Don't follow round potential buyers as it will make them feel crowded - you can always get to know them better on any second or third viewings. You will get feedback after every viewing.

7. Offers! Have in mind a minimum price you will accept and always find out as much as possible about the person who is offering - are they in a chain, cash buyers, investor, first time buyer, etc.? Red Apple will get any offer qualified by an Independent Financial Advisor (IFA) to confirm their ability to proceed. This will help reduce the possibility of the sale falling through at a later date.

8. Agreeing a sale. Your sales negotiator will check both the potential buyer and any chain before agreeing a sale. The sale will be confirmed in writing once solicitors' details have been received from both sides. Red Apple Sales negotiators will check your sale every week and update you on its progress.

9. Choosing a solicitor. Many of us don't move house that often so it is important to find someone you trust to do your legal work for you. Ask us at Red Apple or any friends and family who have recently moved for recommendations. Expect to pay on average around £600 for the conveyancing process but costs will vary according to the complexity of the sale.

10. Count down to moving. From about one month to completion the race will be on to get everything organised and packed for your move. This can be a very stressful time so do not hesitate to contact us for any advice or even recommendations for removals.