When deciding whether to sell, the first thing to decide is if you really want to sell! It can be a stressful time – but at Northwood we are with you every step of the way to try and minimise this.

The first decision that you will need to make is to select an agent. You will probably want to get two or three agents’ opinions.

The market appraisal is crucial to the success of selling your property. Our appraisers are experienced in the local market and will take account of market conditions and your needs to establish the best marketing price.

Your agent will also be able to organise your Home Information Pack (HIP) for you. It is a legal requirement that this is in place before marketing begins.

You will need to consider what kind of marketing your property will receive and how and when the agent will conduct viewings of your property.

Most of all – you need someone that you will be able to trust and get on with throughout the whole process.

When you decide to put your property on the market it is best to instruct your solicitor at the same time. This will give them time to start preparing the necessary paperwork so that they are all set to go as soon as you accept an offer for your property.

If you are looking to buy once you sell, now is the time to start seeking mortgage advice. A broker will be able to advise how much you would be able to borrow and let you know about the current deals available.

We appreciate that you only have one chance to make a first impression to a prospective purchaser, that’s why our full colour sales literature is prepared using the latest technology ensuring your property is presented in the most professional manner possible.

Northwood’s website, which is updated daily is simple to navigate ensuring that anyone browsing the site can easily locate the property they wish to purchase or rent. In addition to the Northwood website there are links to other major sites giving your property maximum national and international exposure.

Our integrated software, which enables our nationwide network of offices to communicate with each other, again ensures that prospective purchasers all over the country are viewing your property.

In most locations we advertise extensively on the local radio station along with the local newspaper. The strong Northwood brand, which is easily recognisable, encourages buyers and tenants alike to view our website.

A few small things can make all the difference. Download our guide to “Making First Impressions Count”

Presenting your home to potential purchasers is obviously important and has an effect on price and the speed at which a sale can be achieved. Using the list below we would invite you to take a critical look at your home to ensure that it is shown in the best possible light. Northwood’s trained advisers will assist you with these decisions. Consider the things that you look at when viewing a property.

Consider soft music, fresh flowers and pleasing smells such as coffee, baking bread or pot pourri.

Making first impressions count

At Northwood we accompany all viewings where possible as we have found that this is the most effective way to achieve a good sale price for your property.

Our trained sales negotiators are able to highlight the best features of your property, taking into account the wishes of the viewer.

What’s more – we’ll call you and give you feedback after each and every viewing we conduct.

Once an offer is received we will call you to give you as much information as possible so that you can decide whether to accept it or not.

All offers will be reported both verbally and in writing
All offers will be properly checked.
If a mortgage is required this will be verified
If there is another sale the entire chain details will be checked.
If more than one offer is received we will advise you what to do.
We will always act in your best interests.
We will always try to achieve the best possible price for your home.
We will match buyers to your property and your requirements.
We will liaise with you at all times.

Once accepted and solicitors instructed we will chase the progress of:
The purchasers mortgage application.
The survey date and its outcome.
The purchaser's mortgage offer.
The entire legal process.
The rest of the chain (Where applicable)
We will liaise with you at all times.
During this period either party can withdraw from the transaction.

Once the mortgage offer has been confirmed and the contracts have been approved the purchaser is ready to EXCHANGE CONTRACTS (a binding sale). The contract is signed by both parties and the purchaser pays a deposit to their solicitor (usually 5 or 10%). The completion date is agreed at this stage and during this period, we will liaise with you at all times.

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