Whether you’re looking into houses for sale in St Helens (or surrounding areas in Merseyside) or are planning on selling your home, chances are, you’re going to need a real estate agent to see you through the process.
Of course, the role of an estate agent differs depending on what you need their help with, but with their extensive experience, you can be confident that your property sale is being handled by the most capable hands.
But what role does an estate agent play in buying and selling property, and what can you expect from the team here at Stapleton Derby?
Keep reading to find out more!
Purchasing a property
Initial consultation
The first meeting with an estate agent is a vital step in your house-buying journey.
During your initial consultation, one of our agents will take the time to understand your needs, preferences, and budget, and help tailor your property search to ensure houses you view align with your requirements.
Property viewings
If you see a property you’re interested in, or a new property hits the market that meets your criteria, your estate agent will arrange a viewing with the sellers on your behalf.
Usually, the viewing will be led by your estate agent themselves, who will help you evaluate the property’s strengths and weaknesses.
As you look around, remember to pay close attention to the neighbourhood, the condition of the house, and the overall size, and take advantage of your estate agent’s knowledge of the history and market value of the property by asking lots of questions.
Negotiation
Once you decide to put an offer in on a property, your estate agent will handle all the negotiations for you, going back and forth between you and the seller to help you reach a mutually agreeable sale price.
Paperwork and process
Once your offer has been accepted, your agent will assist you with all the necessary paperwork, such as offer letters and contracts, whilst communicating with solicitors and mortgage brokers to help the process run smoothly and efficiently.
Post-offer support
Once all the appropriate steps have been taken after your offer has been accepted, your estate agent will still be there to help with any issues that arise during the conveyancing process.
And, once the process is complete, they’ll be there to offer their congratulations and hand you your new set of keys on completion day!
Selling a property
Property valuation and market advice
Before you put your property up for sale, one of our estate agents will come and assess its current market value based on condition, location, and current market trends.
They’ll also offer their expert advice on pricing strategies and insight into comparable properties to help you achieve a competitive sale.
Marketing and advertising
Once you’ve taken your estate agent’s advice on board and decided how much you’d like to put your property on the market for, we’ll create a listing – uploading high-quality, professional photos of your house and a detailed description to entice potential buyers.
We’ll also utilise various effective marketing channels, including our social media, to reach as many people as possible, handling all enquiries received on your behalf.
Viewings and negotiations
We’ll handle all viewings on your behalf, notifying you as and when they’re booked and ensuring a smooth, stress-free experience for you and the buyer.
If an offer comes in, we’ll handle all the negotiations, communicating offers and counter-offers and offering our advice to ensure the best possible outcome.
Administrative and legal support, and general guidance
Even after you’ve accepted an offer, we’ll continue to offer specialist support and guidance.
We’ll manage and prepare all paperwork, communicate with the sellers’ solicitors and mortgage brokers, and ensure all legal requirements are met throughout the process.
Need expert advice?
When in need of expert estate agents, St Helens customers can rely on the team at Stapleton Derby.
We’ve been helping people around Merseyside buy and sell their homes for many years, and are confident we can help you recieve the best outcome.
To find out more about buying or selling property with Stapleton Derby, give us a call today on 01744 883 322, or send us a message via our online contact form, and we’ll respond to your enquiry as soon as possible.
