Sell Your House Online

What makes selling my property with an online agent different?

There are several ways that selling a property with an online agent is different to using a traditional high street estate agent. The first is cost. Online estate agents tend to charge lower fees, often offering fixed fees or lower commission rates. This can potentially save you a significant amount of money when selling your home. Online agents also offer more flexibility in terms of services. Whilst high street agents usually provide a full-service package, which normally includes a property valuation, marketing, viewings, negotiations, and handling the sales process, online agents allow you to tailor your package, so you only pay for the services you need. They typically focus on marketing and advertising the property online and offer add ons such as putting together your property details, photography and EPCs as optional extras. Another way that selling your property with an online agent is different is that you're likely to be more involved in the selling process. You may be required to conduct viewings or handle inquiries yourself, whereas high street agents normally handle these tasks on your behalf. This can give you more control when selling your home.

What are the first steps I should take to sell my property?

When selling your property, the first step you need to take is to find an estate agent who can guide you through the sales process. Choosing an online agent gives you more control, allowing you to arrange and conduct viewings as well as accept and decline offers yourself. You'll need to arrange for a valuation to be carried out on your property to determine its market worth. Some online estate agents will be able to do this for you, using various methods such as analysing recent property sales data and market trends. Preparing your property should come next. This involves making any necessary repairs, decluttering, and staging it appropriately. It's important not to miss this step since the first impression is crucial for potential buyers. Failing to prepare your home could deter some people from making an offer. It's now time to market your property. When you choose an online estate agent, they will market your home for you, advertising it on various property portals such as Zoopla, Rightmove and OnTheMarket as well as on social media and various other channels. High-quality photographs and engaging descriptions can make your property as appealing as possible to potential buyers.