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I've only ever had one house, but now its time to move on.
I haven't much [no] idea how to go about, but I have found a reasonable estate agent [some of them where the stereotypes you couldn't trust].
anyway I am taking his guidance but in the end he's its just business to him.
so any pointers on what to avoid, pitfalls or positive things to do will be appreciated.
I am selling a freehold flat and moving to a 2/3 bedroom house [or preferably a bungalow if I can find one]
no mortgage to complicate things.
Burnsey66 is your man 👍
Spare room?
I would always personally use a real estate agent instead of an online one. The reason is because what you save upfront is likely lost on the sale price and the ability to discuss issues you may have.
When you move in I think paying for packing is worth every penny due to the fact you can live a normal life until the day before.
They are my 2 tips :)
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I've moved a few times without using a removals company. Will never make that mistake again!
Have a good sort out and throw out lots of crap
Pay for a packaging service with the removal company
If possible,try to find a recommended solicitor/conveyancer rather than just trusting to pot luck
Move somewhere with stairs . This will help you gain entry to the building if the entrance is not on the ground floor.
Good luck everybody. Have a good one.
Surely it needs a balcony?Originally Posted by seikopath
This is excellent advise and really reduced stress levels for us last time we moved.
Only advice I can give is tell the agent not to allow women to view unaccompanied.
right all thanks for packaging company that tip its gone top of my list
this was one of my biggest concerns
Make sure you don't lose your watch boxes and papers.
And best of luck
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I have more Nikon boxes than watch boxes, loosing papers and things is a bit of a worry.Make sure you don't lose your watch boxes and papers.
And best of luck
after we moved my mum this year she couldn't find anything.
Is your flat really freehold? That sounds very unusual to me but if it is make sure the agent highlights the fact in the sales literature - It could be a major advantage.
yes its I something like a 1000 years all owners are directors we have total control
though to be honest I don't fully understand what it all means
I would certainly consider an online estate agent. We had no problems using hatched.co.uk. The fees are far lower than traditional estate agents and most people seem to use Rightmove etc to find properties now anyway.
chancellors have offered a solicitor they work with/partner fees will be about £950
any reason not to go with them?
Or disadvantage; if the buyer needs a mortgage the question of roof maintenance may be raised. This came up when my Great Aunt's estate was dealt with. There may well be some sort of covenant relating to exterior maintenance. The property in question was a top floor purpose built flat/maisonnette.
Last edited by phil h; 10th November 2016 at 13:57.
Is £950 all in? What, if any, are the billable extras? Get a very clear run down of this in advance.
There can be a conflict of interest in using their recommended solicitor but generally this is an issue more if you're the buyer rather than the seller. I've always used my own solicitor though.
That's not the same as freehold. That sounds as though all owners have a share of the freehold which is held by the management company.
we are the management company just the owners though only a few of us take any interest
ive gone through my documents but cant work out where I find out if its freehold [again I don't know what it means anyway].
It sounds like you have a leasehold flat, but crucially, with a share of the freehold split between all the other owners.
Steer well clear of online estate agents, they will cost you money.
Pick a good, local, independent agent who is run by one of the business owners. Make sure they take good photographs.
An Energy performance certificate will be needed for you to sell and cost about 80 quid. Of course, you may have one already if the property has been sold in the last 7 years.
I'm an estate agent of nearly 11 years, feel free to pick my brains.
thanks I may do
I had photos and certificate done this morning I've just had a viewing at 4.30 and another on Monday afternoon next
its not even listed yet
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