Here's our checklist of points to remember when selling your home.
- Take final electricity and gas meter readings.
- Cancel home insurance, TV, phone, broadband, Sky and notify all the relevant people of your move - utilities, bank, doctor, DVLA.
- Once negotiations are complete, your solicitor and the buyer’s solicitor will formally conclude missives. Leave that to your selling agent.
- During viewings point out all the good points of the home.
- Approve your property schedule.
- Arrange for a Home Report to be conducted.
- Arrange for your agent to visit and value your property.
- Clean, clean, clean - make sure your home looks its best.
- Once you have chosen your agent, get ready to sell.
- Choose an selling agent who knows the market and has the experience to give you an honest and accurate valuation.
- Be aware of selling agents who over or under value your property - ask for evidence to back-up their valuation if necessary.
- De-clutter your home and finish off any little DIY jobs left uncompleted. Presentation is everything.
- Discuss with your agent all the marketing options.
- Agree the asking price with your solicitor/selling agent.
- Your estate agent will arrange viewings for you.
- Never accept an offer from a buyer during a viewing.
- Once you have received an offer, decide whether you want to set a closing date or accept the offer.
- Book a removal company or hire a van for the move.
- Set up mail forwarding service.
- Drop your keys with your solicitor on the day of exchange