Thinking of selling your home? What do you need to know about getting a valuation

It’s understandable if you’re thinking of selling your flat or house at present, given how much property values have soared in recent years.

The latest House Price Index from lender Nationwide found that annual house price growth hit 12.6 per cent in February, which means average property prices have increased by £29,000 in the UK in the last 12 months.

Of course, if you’re selling your current abode to buy elsewhere, it’s all relative. But some people may be considering selling their property to cash in on the significant house price rises we’ve experienced in recent years.

Whether you’re thinking of putting your home on the market and moving to a new place, or are considering selling up, storing your furniture and embarking on an overseas adventure, here at Removals Unlimited we can help. We pack, move and store, so whatever you need when it comes to moving home, we’ve got you covered.

If you haven’t yet decided whether to put your property on the market, what’s the best way to go about getting a valuation and making sure that you’re getting the right price for your home?

According to Ideal Home, you want to make sure you invite at least three different estate agents to value your property. It’s worth getting agents from both the online agencies and traditional high-street firms to value your home too. Each offers a different fee structure, so you will have to weigh up the pros and cons of both options before making a final decision over who to list your home with.

When you ask agents to value your property, another top tip from Ideal Home is to ask each agent to provide you with two prices: one that represents the highest price they believe your home could be sold for, and one that will attract the most attention from buyers.

It may also help to compare your property to others of a similar size in your neighbourhood. You can use property websites like Zoopla and Rightmove to find out how much homes in your area have sold for, and then do your own comparison.

Consider whether your property has any features that could boost its value that the others that have sold recently were lacking. While this can help you get a rough idea of the value of your home, it’s no substitute from an expert valuation.

You also have to decide whether you are looking for a quick sale, as this may affect how high you price your property once it goes on the market. Opting for a slightly lower asking price will likely help you find a buyer.

Once you have set the sales process in motion, you also need to consider moving itself. Make sure you don’t delay on getting a quote for a removals company in Bournemouth, Poole, Christchurch or Ringwood. When you contact us, we will arrange a full house survey and you can expect a free, no-obligation quote for our moving services within 24 hours.

If you’ve got your heart set on moving home in 2022, check out our blog offering tips on how to make sure this resolution becomes a reality over the coming months! The key is to break your goals down into small, manageable steps.