Power couples, dynamic duos, dream teams… every goal is easier to reach when you’ve got someone on your side.
Selling your home is no different, and by working closely with your estate agent, you’re far more likely to sell faster, secure the right buyer, and have a smoother sale.
There are lots of ways you can join forces to get the best outcome, including:
And even though you and your estate agent play different parts in your moving story, you both want the same result, so this week’s blog is about how you can work together as a top-notch team.
The last thing you want from your estate agent is any beating about the bush. You’ll get the most from your relationship by having open conversations around things like:
Remember that you and your estate agent are on the same side. We want exactly the same result as you - a speedy sale at the highest price to make your move a success.
The biggest source of delays in moving home is the conveyancing process, and you can help your sale to go faster and smoother when you:
It’s not an exciting job, but it needs doing at some point, and it really helps us to maintain your sale’s momentum if the paperwork is ready by the time we find you a buyer.
Staying in touch and keeping each other informed is a crucial part of the relationship between you and your estate agent, and you can help them to help you by:
Being left in the dark is one of the biggest complaints we hear from people about their estate agent, but it doesn’t have to be like that. So if you’re feeling unloved by your current agent, we’d love to change your experience.
In an ideal world, we’d be able to give you 24 hours’ notice before every viewing, and you’d never have to tidy up. However, real life doesn’t always play along, so it really helps if you can:
You’ll find lots more useful tips around keeping your home ready for viewings every day in our previous Setting the Scene blog.
Only when people come to see your home will you know what captures their hearts, and what needs tweaking. This makes regular and constructive feedback a priceless tool in getting your home sold.
It’s worth remembering that fresh eyes see things differently, so expect people to say unexpected things about your home. And as a story unfolds, your strategy can be adapted to turn viewings into a sale.
What’s your next step?
If you’re thinking of selling your home in the Wilton & Salisbury area,we’d love to be part of your moving team. Call uson 01722 580059or email usat info@piccoloproperty.co.uk for a chat about working together and putting your plans in place.
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