There are a number of factors worth considering when appointing an agent.Consider asking agents the following questions when having your market appraisals:
- How many similar properties have you sold and what prices did they sell for?
- How long did they take to sell?
- How many buyers have you got looking in my price range?
- Where will you advertise my property?
- Which redress scheme do you belong to?
- What estate agency qualifications have you/your staff got?
- What charges do you make apart from your agency fees?
- Can I see a copy of your terms and conditions?
- How do you check that buyers can afford my property?
- Will you accompany buyers on all the viewings?
- Do you do weekend and evening viewings?
- How will you follow up with prospective buyers after they've viewed the property?
- Are floor plans and pictures included in my property details?
- Most importantly, you should trust them and believe in their ability to get the job done!
