But now, the market is slowing down, and homes are not selling as
fast as they once were.
It’s also becoming harder to sell a home for a premium price.
Add to that the cost of living crisis and other global events
hitting us in our collective pockets.
The good news is it’s still possible to achieve an excellent price
for your home if the estate agent working with you knows how.
As the economy stagnates, homeowners want and need to get the best
possible amount for selling what is often the most valuable thing they own
(unless you have a Monte Carlo-moored super yacht, perhaps).
Working with an exceptional estate agent is the key to unlocking
your home’s selling potential. Yes, we know, we would say that.
But particularly when every pound counts, selecting a skilled,
experienced agent is a worthwhile investment.
Below are the three main reasons you need a value-for-money estate
agent now, more than ever.
1)
Cheap agents cost more
If the cheapest agent
charges a £1,000 fee but sells your home for £10,000 less than an agent whose
fee is £3,000, who really is the cheapest? The best agents put more
money in your hands.
2)
Your marketing matters
When buyers become less
active, it’s crucial your property’s marketing is of a high standard. The best
agents know this. Skilled agents build a buzz around your property that
increases desire and demand by creating outstanding marketing and presenting
your home in its best possible light.
When a property is in demand, it drives up the
potential price.
The flip side of this
is poor photography, lazy property listings and agents being reactive, not
proactive. Ask any estate agent you consider selling with to share their
marketing plan for your property. If they don’t have a clear, well-thought-out plan
– run away.
3)
Negotiation nous
Agents who work off selling as many
properties as quickly as possible, but for cheaper fees, often don’t have the
will or skill to negotiate on your behalf. It’s simply not in their interest to
do anything that would potentially make the selling process longer.
That pile ‘em high, sell ‘em cheap
approach can cost you thousands of pounds. This strategy might work when
selling baked beans, but it doesn’t help homeowners maximise their home’s
value.
The best agents know how to attract
the biggest pool of potential buyers, putting you in a position where you have
multiple offers.
And here’s where the art of negotiation
comes into play.
A skilled agent will give
experienced-based advice on which offer is your best option and advise you.
They will then negotiate on your behalf to sell your home for the best possible
price.
We’re here for the home sellers of Torquay, now, more
than ever.