Sell quickly and get the best price: read our selling guide below and use the links to pages that help take the strain out of relocation.
Please note that it isn't currently possible to sell your home directly on the site.
See also
- Mortgages
Compare mortgages and save on your biggest monthly outgoing. - Propert report
Get a detailed report of the property market in Plymouth. - Conveyancing
Buying or selling in Plymouth? We can take care of the legal paperwork.
Right agent, right deal, right time
- Remember that the property market is particularly buoyant at certain times of year: spring and autumn are good times to sell, whilst Christmas and late summer tend to be slower.
- Try several local estate agents and get recommendations: use Conversations and ask your neighbours.
- Accept only a no sale, no fee agreement with your chosen agent.
First impressions count
- Buyers can be put off before they're through the front door: make sure the outside of your property looks its best, with the rubbish in a bin, and communal hallways clear of junk mail etc.
- Make sure any lawn, garden or window box is a selling point: use our FindMyNearest… Home & garden section to get hold of plants and services locally.
- Clean, repair and repaint exterior surfaces: sort it quickly with our listings for Local tradesmen and our Home improvements guide.
Chic not shabby interior
- Repair interior surfaces, replace broken tiles, recoat dirty or scratched paintwork and make sure all sockets and light switches are working: No good at DIY? Turn to Local tradesmen or Home improvements for help.
- Clean, clean, clean - including windows (inside and out), curtains and carpets - especially if you're looking to sell these with the house. Look for local cleaning firms.
- Buyers are interested in spaces, not your stuff - keep rooms tidy and uncluttered.
- Consider using local storage while the property’s on the market to help you clear out.
- Take the opportunity to get rid of junk: find firms clearing rubbish in the area or contact the council for advice on recycling and bulky waste.
- Home improvements: you may love the way your home looks, but it may not be to everyone’s taste. Consider some redecoration: e.g. repaint bright walls in neutral, light colours.
- Make sure room temperature is inviting - turn the heating on in winter, open windows in the summer.
- Smell does affect what people think of your home: fresh flowers will also brighten the room; bear in mind that cooking odours can linger, so avoid cooking with strong flavours before a viewing.
Wise precautions
- If you have children or pets, consider getting someone else to look after them during a viewing.
- Only let someone in if they've made an appointment; if someone turns up on your doorstep, take their details and arrange a later viewing.
- Make sure you’re never on your own when showing people round. You’re letting strangers into your home, so don’t give away security arrangements or leave valuables lying around.
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