How to select the best Estate Agents North London

Feb 18
06:59

2016

Cory Devayya

Cory Devayya

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Selling one's property is a stressful job for numerous reasons and many things may go wrong. Something one can do at the outset that could help to reduce the wear and tear on one's nerves and result in an excellent sale at a great price is choosing the right Estate Agents North London.

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Basic preparation

There are two main issues to think about before vetting agents. Firstly,How to select the best Estate Agents North London Articles many people find working with agents complicated. This could be overcome if one keeps in mind that the agent works for the client and he or she wants and needs to sell properties. It's therefore the customer who has the power. Secondly, by doing a little research one will get off to a good start. An important factor is selling cost and one must have a realistic sense of this before even talking to agents. One can do so by looking at the asking prices for identical properties in the community both online and at agencies.

Once one has a clear sense of realistic price ranges one should arrange to obtain evaluations from estate agents. Agents that suggest a valuation that is too high are not a great bet; all too often a property will sit on the market for an extended period before being sold for a reduced price anyway. Valuations that are way below the area average are likewise a bad sign because the agent may be in a hurry to move properties and earn commission.

Finally, one can ask friends, family and neighbours for recommendations of agents who may be contacted for discussions and valuations.

Checklist for selecting estate agents

There are various things that one can look for when hiring agents:

- The agent must have knowledge and practical experience
- They need to have a good reputationand / or a powerful brand
- They should be familiar with selling similar properties
- Their website must be professional
- They should be accredited members of professional bodies such as the Guild of Professional Estate Agents and the National Association of Estate Agents
- They must hold appropriate certifications
- They must give a sensible assessment
- They shouldn't insist on sole selling rights.

Questions to ask prospective estate agents

- What is their track record in terms of sales in the area?
- What are their working hours?
- What will be their strategy be for the property?
- What are their commissions and charges and are they flexible?
- Do their fees include all other costs associated with selling the property?
- Are they members of an accredited ombudsman service?
- What kind of contract do they use?
- Will they accompany possible buyers on viewings?

It's vital that one trusts and likes the estate agent that they choose. Once one has decided on their Estate Agents North London, it is crucial that one inspects the agreement carefully before signing. If one has worries or questions they must be dealt with before a legal contract is complete to avoid issues later on. Contact 020 7339 3073 for further information.

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