If you’ve come to the the decision to sell your house, you probably want to sign it off as quickly as possible. If you don’t want your home to sit in the market for a long time, then you should consider getting an online estate agent.
Online estate agents have been gaining popularity in past years due to several reasons. For one, you can save thousands of pounds if you get the service of an online agent instead of a high street agent. Also, since home buyers look for properties through the web, it would certainly make sense to list your home with someone well-versed in the industry. This way, you can gain more exposure to a lot of potential buyers.
Provides convenience to buyers
As most things are now digital, it would be great to adapt to this changing landscape as well. Nowadays, most buyers rely on the internet when searching for properties as this gives them the flexibility and convenience to choose which one they would like to view in person. It doesn’t just save them time and effort, it also saves them transportation costs.
To help them in the selection process, buyers are able to check in advance if a certain property meets their needs through the pictures and details posted online. This also helps them narrow down their options, making it easier for them to choose what property to buy. Instead of dealing with assertive high street agents, buyers can just receive email and text alerts when an ideal property is listed.
It benefits the seller
One of the biggest advantages of using an online estate agent is the cost. Online agents typically charge a one-time fixed fee between £500 and £1,200. This includes full online marketing on major websites where a lot of people go house hunting and an excellent communication and advice with regards to the selling of your home.
Property valuation
Online estate agents conduct appraisals for your property the same way your local agent does. They look at what’s available in the area and compare the properties' marketing prices and sold prices. They also factor in the original purchase price of your home and the improvements made, along with market trends to come up with a price guide report. This will give you an informed opinion when it comes to setting the marketing price of your property.
Viewing your property
As the seller, you can choose who shows the property to the prospective buyer, either you or your online estate agent. If you choose to conduct viewing on your own, you’ll be in charge of showing your property and pointing out its valuable selling points. However, if you choose to get the services of an online agent, their service has an additional cost. Make sure to get their rate upfront to know if it’s cost effective instead of getting a high street agent who include viewings in their commission fee.
Offers and Completion
When selling a property, the most complicated stage is during the conveyance. As such, you need someone who to work for you to make the process smooth and fast. Your online agent can handle this for you by talking to all the parties concerned and providing regular updates on the progress.
If you are looking to put your house up for sale, Kayabee is here to assist you. Choose and compare from our list of qualified estate agents and get a more personalised quote and estimation by filling up this form. For more enquiries, you may also call one of our advisors at +44 203 291 1907.
