The 2022 housing market continues to be a hot topic, and as a seller, it can be overwhelming to keep up with the news. However, there are still practical things you can do to give your property an edge.

Working with your estate agent to secure a buyer is crucial, but don’t wait until an offer is secured before taking action. As the seller, you are the driving force to kick-start the legal process. Instruct a property lawyer as soon as you put your property on the market to issue the contract pack to the buyer’s lawyers. To get started quickly, dust off all relevant paperwork and complete the necessary forms early. Also, be prepared to have your identity checked as the law requires lawyers to obtain satisfactory evidence of their clients’ identity.

Do your due diligence on the companies you choose you use to represent you. Consider price v’s quality of service. Get as much feedback on the service if you can’t research reviews. Having a good solicitor really can be the make or break of your property journey.

When looking for a mortgage broker, you will be spoilt for choice. Be careful, often estate agents have their own and would like you to use theirs. This is not necessarily a bad thing at all. However, if you have already secured a mortgage, then you will not be at the top of their agenda when looking to purchase a property from them.

There is a cost when using a broker, but please don’t think they are just sat doing nothing but taking your details. they need to research the best deal for you and your criteria, this can be a long process that demands a lot of information from you. Be prepared to bare all!