It’s not about who’s cheapest, it’s about who knows your street and area the best. New research finds local presence and reputation matter more than selling fees in 2025. Here's what home sellers are really looking for.
Choosing the right estate agent
We always recommend getting three valuations from local agents, then you can choose which one you’d like to work with. A good rapport is, of course, essential.
Don’t just go with the first agent who knocks. Most sellers invite three agents round before making their choice, here’s why you should too.
When selling, you'll want someone with plenty of experience when it comes to marketing properties like yours. Here’s how to find the right agent for you.
Thinking of selling your home? Start by getting a valuation from a few estate agents to find out what your home’s worth. Here’s everything you need to know about estate agent valuations.
Selling a home in Scotland is a bit different to selling a home in England and Wales. Here’s how it works.
Wondering if paying an estate agent on a ‘no sale, no fee’ basis is the right way to go? We go through the ins and outs to help you decide.
Thinking of swapping estate agents? Here’s what to consider before you press the green light - and how to go about making the switch.
Thinking of selling your home? From providing a property valuation and negotiating a deal, to helping keep the proposed sale on track to completion, here’s how an estate agent could help you.
An estate agent can help you attract buyers and get the highest possible price for your home. Here's how much estate agents cost and what to think about when you're choosing one.
Should you hire one agent to sell your home – or go with multiple agents in the hope of getting a speedier sale? Let's take a look at the pros and cons of sole and multi-agency deals.
Finding the right conveyancer or solicitor
When it comes to conveyancing, the only way to go is with the pros. The conveyancing process requires an intricate knowledge of property law and can take several months.
Nobody wants a surprise motorway running through their back garden. That's why property searches are essential for the home you're planning to buy.
Feel like it's taking forever to get your new home? We've got eight top tips to help you speed up your property purchase.
The legal part of selling a home is complex and lengthy. We explain what’s involved at each stage to help you understand the process.
Moving costs a fortune, right? So where can you save a bit of cash in the process? Never with the conveyancing process. Always get the professionals in for this bit.
Sealed bids, solicitors making offers rather than estate agents and virtually no gazumping. How the home buying process in Scotland differs from England.
You've found your perfect home and it’s time to appoint a solicitor or conveyancer to help you buy it. Here’s what they'll do to make that home yours.
Selling your home equals unavoidable paperwork. And nestled among it will be the TA6 Form, otherwise known as the Seller’s Property Information Form (SPIF). Here’s what you should know.
If you're selling your home, you’ll need a conveyancer or solicitor to oversee the legal legwork. Here's what you need to look out for.
If you’re buying a property, it's worth getting to grips with what conveyancing means and how it could affect you. Here’s all you need to know.
What’s the difference between joint tenants and tenants in common? And how can you find out which type of ownership you have? Here’s everything you need to know.
