Time to Sell Your Home?
When is the right time to sell your current home? The current market is still active so it can be a very good time to sell, but are you really committed to selling? Are you struggling for space for your growing family? Are you thinking you could be saving money by downsizing? Or are you rattling round a large home now the kids have left home? If you are seriously considering selling your home, we can guide you with your decision and the process. So, is now the time to sell your home?
I think I want to sell my home, or do I?
You have started thinking about moving home, so are you making the right decision? Be really sure about this, moving home can be expensive and can be a big upheaval but obviously there can also be many positives. Drafting a pros and cons list can really help you focus and see if you are making the right decision. If you are thinking about moving, start looking at homes you like, as this will ensure you know exactly what you want when it comes to buying your next property and help firm up the decision of moving. In addition, we recommend speaking to a few estate agents, to find the best partner for you, get some valuations and ask yourself some questions:
Are you struggling for space for you and your family, working from home, need separate space for hobbies, teenagers needing more space?
Are your belongings taking over your home? Do you need more space, or do you just need to declutter and then you would have more space?
Do you think you could save some money by moving? Do you need a more energy efficient home?
Is the location right but the home not or is it the other way round?
Are you rattling round a large home with several bedrooms which aren’t being used?
If you downsized, would you be mortgage free?
Are you looking for a lifestyle change and therefore your property isn’t right for this? Are you looking for land to start a business or do you want a space for a veg patch to become more self-sufficient?
How much shall I sell my home for?
Speaking to estate agents to get valuations is important as they will help you with a competitive asking price, but also do your own research. Check out homes that have sold in your neighbourhood to see what the final price was, so you know how the area is performing.
Do I need to decorate/renovate my home before selling?
We advise you ask an estate agents opinion before you start doing any work to your home, as this could save you money. We will be able to advise you on any areas needing attention, whether that’s a quick lick of paint and a tidy up, or something more substantial. This will also help you make your final decision to sell and have a clear vision of what needs doing to your home before viewings can start. Decluttering a home can help you really see if you need to move home, so sell, recycle or donate items as they say on TV programme, Sort Your Life Out.
It is advisable to give your home a thorough clean and make it look appealing and it needs to stay this way throughout the process ready for when viewers come knocking. Check out our tips for selling homes https://www.ebandp.com/blog/new-home-for-christmas
I want to sell my home; how do I make it happen?
We will do everything for you and take you through each stage of the selling process, so work with estate agents you feel comfortable with, will have your best interests at heart and will provide a great service. Make sure you give your estate agent as much information as possible – they will ask about the history of your home, dates, any renovations or construction work that has taken place, how energy efficient your home is, and you need to work with them as a team, as the more efficient you can be, the quicker the sale.
For help buying or selling a home call Esther and the team on 01564 791010.