Choosing The Right Conveyancer

Do you already have a conveyancer in place? It is surprising how many vendors and buyers don't, when an offer is accepted both parties should be ready to hit the ground running. It can be a negative start to spend the first 1 - 2 weeks on researching and retrieving quotes from solicitors. This eats away at precious time in which the selling process should be well under way, no one likes to be kept waiting. The key to choosing a solicitor is knowing they are going to be proactive, efficient and keep in touch with you every step of the way. A common occurrence between a conveyancer and their client is lack of communication. My motto is, make sure your file is top of the pile! 

If you have the benefit of knowing a solicitor and had recent experience with which was it was a positive one then I strongly advise you go back to them. Most likely they helped you to buy the property you are now selling! If you find yourself in a position with no solicitor then the first port of call is your estate agent. They should always have a panel of conveyancers who will take on your case. The benefit of using a firm the agent has recommended is not only for the reassurance but they will have a fantastic professional relationship with one another. Both agent and conveyancer are aware of each others processes and routine and will work as a team to get you moving. 

An easy mistake to make is opting for the cheapest quote, the price maybe great but will the service mirror it? Understandably moving house is a costly process but what you are dealing with is the most expensive asset you own, you cannot afford costly mistakes. Don't be afraid when looking into different firms searching outside your area. A number of soliciting firms now use online portals which you the client can log into and view the progress. This can actually be less time consuming than waiting for a meeting or a phone call with your conveyancer. 

Whichever route you take be one step ahead and begin the research early, leaving it too late can lead into a rushed decision so be prepared.

At Beth Alexandra Property Specialists we will guide you every step of the way. 

Real Interiors UK - New Year New Home

Whilst diets and promotions top many New Years’ resolution lists, January is also the perfect time to make the changes to your home that have been bugging you for months.

Shirley Goodgroves from Real Interiors is a ‘Home Staging’ expert with a sharp eye and a creative touch.  She uses her experience and vision to look beyond clutter and mess and turns tired homes into attractive options that appeal to potential buyers.

Whether you are looking for a haven in the chaos of family life or want top dollar in the estate agent’s window, Shirley’s fail-safe tips will make you a property guru in 2015.

• Your house is worth more when it’s tidy according to a recent survey by Big Yellow Self Storage and 22% of buyers won’t make an offer on a property if its too cluttered.  Have a big sort out in January and then try to keep on top of it a bit at a time.
• Be realistic! Your home was created over months and years so you won’t transform it in an hour.  If it’s all too daunting, spend 10 mins clearing out a kitchen drawer and once you start seeing results you’ll want to continue.
• If you’re thinking of putting your home on the market this Spring, assess what buyers might think of it.  Have an evaluation done by a property professional and consider staging to maximise your property value before you call the agent.
• Forget your personal taste, buyers are looking for neutral but not bland properties so its essential that this is what you offer.  You can introduce colour through accessories rather than paint.  A properly dressed bed, vase of flowers and well placed mirrors and pictures will transform your home into an attractive investment.
• Remember all those little jobs that you’ve been meaning to sort out but never got around to?  Now is the time to fix the dripping tap, change the cracked tile and rehang dropped doors on cupboards.
• Its true that wafts of baking bread and freshly brewed coffee create the perfect ambience for buyers but be warned – they are put off by smells of animals, damp and cigarette smoke.
• If you do nothing else, ensure your house is clean.  Sparkling windows and dust free skirting boards will show a buyer that this is a property which is well cared for and looked after.

For assistance on staging your home for sale, decluttering when it’s all become too much or simply to feel happy with the home you’re in, call Shirley at Real Interiors on 07866 566141 for a solution that’s perfect for you.

For more information go to www.realinteriorsuk.com

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