Q. I need to have my house valued as I’m being relocated overseas with work. Having never sold before what is the usual procedure with regards to calling agents in, and am I expected to pay for this service?
A. Most estate Agents in this area offer free valuations to prospective sellers as part of their services. I would recommend calling in at least three agents in order to achieve a good perspective as to a current market overview as well as confirming the current market valuation of the property. During the appointment the agent will discuss marketing tools and address any questions you have with regard to the sale of your property. The agent should also confirm fees and terms of their agency agreement as well as viewing arrangements if you were to instruct them to handle the sale on your behalf. Following their visits it will then be up to you to decide who to instruct to act for you, this decision will be made on various factors including how well you got on with the individual. Selling a property can take some time, therefore its essential that you instruct an agent that you feel comfortable with and are also confident that they are capable of achieving the results you are hoping to accomplish.