Guide to Selling

It is beneficial that you have an accurate valuation of your home. Our experienced valuers will provide you with a free no obligation valuation, which is realistic and achievable based on the current market, comparable properties and our knowledge of the area. We are passionate about the people we meet and we try our best to make each appointment comfortable and stress free.

Selling a property can sometimes be quite a complex process. From promoting your property, negotiating an offer and liaising with solicitors, an agent will help reduce the stress and confusion. Important factors to bear in mind when instructing an agent are the agent’s success rate, their passion to selling your property and their reputation. Here at Kay Collins, we thrive on building a good rapport with our clients and build relationships to last a lifetime.

A vital part of selling your property is marketing. The way your property is presented to potential buyers is the difference between obtaining one, or multiple viewings. We recommend you ask your chosen agent how they plan to market your property. Here at Kay Collins we will promote your property in every possible way using professional photography and advertising through kay collins.co.uk, Rightmove, Zoopla, On the Market, Social Media, office window display and more!

The key to a successful viewing is all about first impressions and showing off your property. The key is to make the potential buyers feel ‘at home’ during their visit such as adjusting the temperature, set the mood by adjusting the lighting, de-cluttering and ensuring your house is nice and clean. Here at Kay Collins, our dedicated team will happily accompany the viewings to find suitable buyers who will love your property as much as you do.

Receiving the first offer on your property can be exciting. The key to success in the negotiation process is to set your boundaries. Knowing what you’re willing to accept and at what point you will need to decline will allow for a smooth process. It is important to take into consideration the buyers position, whether it be cash, mortgage or in a chain, all of these factors are important. Working alongside our team you are able to confidently tackle negotiations and make informed decisions throughout with the view to accept only the best offer possible.

Congratulations on accepting an offer! Time to instruct your chosen solicitor. Here at Kay Collins we will ensure we can direct you to a solicitor best suited to your needs with many local and trustworthy contacts we have worked hand in hand with for a number of years. Your solicitor will conduct searches, review contracts, and ensure that the sale is legally binding. With the Premium Marketing package that we offer this will be taken care of and give you the peace of mind you need to ensure a smooth process for your sale.

By now you will have accepted your offer and instructed your solicitor, therefore it’s now time for conveyancing! Your conveyancer will then send out a draft contract stating the particulars of the sale. Shortly after, you will receive documents from your solicitor for you to conclude such as information on fixtures and fittings, certification and guarantees you may have. Once all of your forms and supporting documents have been submitted, your solicitor will deal with the rest by responding to enquiries made from your buyer’s solicitor.

At this stage you will await the final payment, prepare to vacate the property and hand over the keys.

Hooray!! You've completed, on to the next chapter!