8 Steps to selling property fast in the UK

Have you decided to sell your home? If so, it’s vital that you get to grips with the process of selling property in the UK, in order to ensure that the transaction is completed as quickly and simply as possible. Opting to sell your house privately or through estate agents, rather than turning to a property buying company such as MPG, could be a protracted, costly process if the correct procedures are not followed.

MPG has outlined 8 steps that will help expedite the process of selling your home privately or via estate agents. Follow the advice below to facilitate a home sale – or contact MPG Investments on
0800 634 9231 and let us do the hard work for you!

Selling property? Here’s what you need to do:

1. Devise a home selling strategy

   Do you want to sell your home privately, or would you prefer to enlist the help of an estate agent? It’s important to establish, at the very outset, how involved you would like to be in the sale of your home.

   Also consider whether it is the right time to be selling property: Are current market conditions favouring buyers or sellers? Certain sellers may not have the luxury of selling when the time is “right” – such as those who need to sell in order to settle rising debt or stop repossession. However, it is advisable to consider all your options before selling property. Perhaps refinancing or making renovations to your home would be sufficient in meeting your needs.

2. Research your next purchase

   Many homeowners become so focused on selling property that they currently own that they forget to think about the next house they intend to rent or purchase! Before you put your home on the market, conduct some research into the type of property you wish to find, and consider:

   • What type of property you want to purchase
   • The amount you can afford to spend on rental payments or mortgage instalments
   • The area in which you wish to live

   Make sure that the type of home you desire will be available when you sell your home. This will help to prevent your own home sale from falling through at a crucial stage.

3. Find out the market value of your home

   It’s a well-known fact that estate agents’ valuations are often inaccurate – and an incorrect selling price could seriously damage your sale. An asking price that is over-inflated (because the agent wished to secure your business or hoped to gain a greater commission) could scare potential buyers away. Conversely, you could lose out on thousands of pounds if the asking price is too low (the agent may hope to complete a quick sale – and thus score a quick commission – during times when business is slow).

   Steer clear of estate agents’ valuations of your property. Rather turn to a Chartered Surveyor, who is obliged to provide an accurate, unbiased valuation. Alternatively, take advantage of MPG’s free property value assessment when you choose to sell your property to us.

4. Find a reliable solicitor

   When selling property, hiring a conveyancing solicitor is unavoidable. But the great news for home sellers is that the services of a legal professional needn’t cost the earth. Nowadays, it’s easy to find “no-sale, no-fee” conveyancing services in the UK, whereby you won’t be expected to pay a penny in legal fees until your home is sold.

   Home sellers who turn to MPG pay no legal fees whatsoever when they utilise the services of our recommended solicitors. And, if you choose to hire your own solicitor when selling property to us, we’ll give you £500 towards your legal costs.

5. Make sure you qualify for a mortgage

   There’s nothing worse than setting your heart on your dream home, only to discover that you do not qualify for the financing you need to purchase it – especially if you’ve already sold your current property. Avoid this disappointment and inconvenience by obtaining pre-approval from a trustworthy lender.

   Once you’ve been pre-approved, you’ll have an idea of how much you can afford to spend on your next home – and you won’t be forced to rent or purchase a home that does not match your needs. If you’re intending to rent rather than buy your next home, why not take advantage of MPG’s Sell and Rent Back solution? We’ll buy your home for cash, in just 7 days, and then rent it back to you for up to three years.

6. Make all necessary home repairs

   While home improvements, such as landscaped gardens and new kitchen units, may boost the appeal of your home, these touches are not essential when selling property However, basic repairs – to broken windows and leaking roofs, for example – should be undertaken before putting your home on the market. Obvious problems could lower the market value of your home, and may deter prospective buyers – particularly if they hire professional home inspectors to examine the property before they decide to buy.

   MPG Investments purchases homes regardless of their current condition. When selling property privately or via estate agents, it will be necessary to sort out that irksome mildew problem and those blocked gutters. However, when you turn to MPG, we’ll buy your home as is – there’s no need for you to fork out for those costly repair jobs.

7. Market your property

   If you’re selling your home privately, it’s absolutely essential that you market the property effectively in order to generate interest. Advertising your home online and in print listings, and erecting “For Sale” signs on the front lawn should be your first priority. Set aside time for home viewings and advertise the dates and times of these showings. Remember to include a photograph of your home when marketing the property.

   When conducting home viewings, remember that you know your property far better than any estate agent does – so use this knowledge to sell your home! When presenting your property to potential buyers, advertise the home’s unique selling points, as well as the amenities and attractions of the neighbourhood as a whole.

8. Get your home ready for viewings

   Make sure that your property is neat and tidy at all times, and not just during showings. Prospective buyers could pitch up on your doorstep at any time to take a gander, so get rid of that “doggy” smell and keep kids’ clutter to a minimum.

   Have a supply of air freshener on hand to banish any odours, and stock up your bathroom with clean towels and hand soap. These touches, while small, add to the appeal of your home. A fresh coat of paint – both indoors and out – greatly enhances the appearance of your home, as do clean windows and dust-free surfaces.

Selling property can be simple – just ask us!

Following the tips above will help you to streamline the process of selling your home, and could also aid in accelerating the process as a whole. Selling privately, or via estate agents, can be transformed into a relatively smooth transaction – but nothing beats the simplicity and speed of a sale to MPG Investments!

We’ll purchase your home, for cash, in just 7 days – and we won’t charge you a penny in fees. MPG will even organise a free property value assessment within 24 hours of your call, and we’ll cover the cost of your legal fees.

If you dread the thought of being ripped off by an estate agent, or you don’t want to go to the trouble of facilitating your own private sale, why not contact MPG Investments on 0800 634 9231? Our fast home sale solution has helped hundreds of UK homeowners to sell their properties quickly and affordably – and we’re standing by to help you, too!

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