This article was written in 2020, when a temporary Stamp Duty holiday was in place.
When this article was written, properties were selling quickly thanks to the Stamp Duty holiday announced in July 2020, and many people decided it was the right time to move. Whatever the market is doing, the same steps will help you sell your home.
Get Your Home in Good Order
Before putting your home on the market, make sure it is in good order. Sort out problems such as damp, leaks or drainage issues, and get an expert in if you need to. This blocked drains Bristol based company can help you sort out drain problems.
Choose an Estate Agent
Next, you will need to find an estate agent. This is an important part of selling your home, so it is worth getting it right, as not all estate agents are the same.
Traditional or Online?
You have two basic options. A traditional estate agent with a local office will do most of the work for you in return for a fee, usually a percentage of the sale price. This is ideal if you would rather an expert took care of everything. Online agents do not have a local office and you may have to do more of the work yourself, but they usually charge a fixed fee and tend to be cheaper.
How to Find a Good Agent
Ask neighbours who they have had a good experience with, as a good estate agent will know the area well. Look at the properties agents are selling: do they have good photos and an informative description for each one? Once you have narrowed it down to a couple you like, meet them and see which one suits you best.