Thinking of selling?

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