10 tips for selling your property quickly

Selling your home does not need to be a long and complex process. Indeed, at Sextant we list our properties on the market in under 24 hours. Thanks to our experience, we know there are ways to make an effective sale and speed up the process of selling your house. Here is our top 10 tips for selling your property effectively.

1. Be as ready as possible for the sale

Many sellers will themselves be looking for a property, which can slow down the sale process. However, by being as ready as possible to buy your future property, you can save time and sell more quickly. Being ready for the sale means speaking to your mortgage adviser in advance, already having contacted a solicitor, and having updated all your documents, for example. In order for your sale not to be part of the 30% that fall through, it is important that you stay organised and minimise the reflection period for potential buyers.

2. Anticipate the information that will be requested by your solicitor

Whether it is certificates for your doors or windows, boiler guarantees, construction compliance certificates, the Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) or others, having these legal documents will speed up the sale process for your property. Make sure also that your Energy Performance Certificate is valid (or is in the process of being validated) so that you can list your property on the market (check with your Sextant agent who can recommend a specialist).

3. Focus on the first impression

When future buyers view properties, they generally decide in a few minutes whether they like the property or not. The exterior design of the property (curb appeal) largely influences their decision. Tidy up the garden in front of your house or give the front door a fresh coat of paint to refresh it so that when you approach the property, from the street, you can have a positive first impression.

4. Depersonalise your property

Buyers will want to see your house as their own, and they may be prevented from doing so if it is too cluttered with your personal belongings. Make sure to declutter by putting some of these knick-knacks away in the cupboard so that buyers can imagine putting their own stamp on your property.

5. Get out your toolbox

By keeping the parts of your house that represent its added value in good condition, such as the kitchen or bathroom, you can improve your home’s appeal. Whether it’s just a coat of paint, a new fitted kitchen, or fixing a crooked shelf, it is important that these parts of the house are in the best possible condition before listing your property for sale.

6. Choose an agent who knows your area well

Find out which agent makes the most sales in your area. Indeed, in most cases this is a good indicator of which one is most capable of handling your property and reaching a wider audience. The agent will list your property for sale and prospect potential clients, and the right agent will put your property in front of the right buyers. To find out which agent covers your area, feel free to visit our website section “Our consultants” or call us on 01 70 61 27 15.

7. Consider having someone look after your pets

Don’t forget to ask one of your friends to look after your pet (or pets) for the afternoon as potential buyers may either have a fear of dogs or be put off by the smell a pet may give off, or simply be allergic to cat hair.

8. Value your estate agent’s expertise

Estate agents live and breathe property sales, so they are able to list your property effectively. Moreover, they are adept at anticipating which questions buyers are likely to ask, so when it comes to answering the questions or concerns of potential clients, your agent is best placed to answer them.

9. Be flexible

Flexibility is important throughout the sale process. If a potential client wants to view your property in the evening, after you’ve had a long day at work, you should consider accepting. The greater the number of potential clients who see your property, the more chance you will have of receiving an offer, so flexibility can really pay off.

10. Consider an open house day

Many agents hold “open house” events, which means your home will be open to all potential buyers who have registered and would be interested in viewing your property for about an hour. This method can be a good way of grouping all visitors in one go and thus reducing the effort you need to get your property ready for viewing.

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There are many ways to speed up the process of selling your house, following these tips can help you along this path. If you would like to sell your property or if you are simply curious about what it is worth, contact us to receive a free valuation from one of our agents.