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« on: Wednesday, January 23, 2013, 13:49:39 » |
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Looking to get my house on the market and trying to gauge costs. What sort of percentage should i expect to be giving the estate agents and how much does a solicitor typically charge (only selling not buying another property)? Also, if anyone can recommend a decent solicitor that is either based in South London/Surrey or that could do this remotely that'd be most helpful  |
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« Reply #1 on: Wednesday, January 23, 2013, 13:55:11 » |
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Ask Bob Holt?
(sorry)
1% seems to be the minimum agents fees. No clue on solicitors fees, but as we're about to do the same, I'll watch this thread with interest.
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« Reply #2 on: Wednesday, January 23, 2013, 13:55:12 » |
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This thread is directly above "sale of the club". Made me think of Bob Holt.
Sorry, there is absolutely no help in this post though.
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« Reply #3 on: Wednesday, January 23, 2013, 13:57:37 » |
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Estate Agent fees can vary, I have managed to get 1% (plus vat). Solicitor fees for selling is usually cheaper than buying, approx £800 plus vat. Also consider removal costs, storage costs and if you want to sell any items to potential buyers.
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« Reply #4 on: Wednesday, January 23, 2013, 14:00:19 » |
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Selling a house is just like selling a football club.
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« Reply #5 on: Wednesday, January 23, 2013, 14:01:38 » |
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Selling a house is just like selling a football club.
Selling a house is just making love to a beautiful woman |
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« Reply #6 on: Wednesday, January 23, 2013, 14:02:23 » |
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Selling a beautiful woman is just like making love to a house.
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« Reply #7 on: Wednesday, January 23, 2013, 14:03:44 » |
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First of all you have to get your board up
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« Reply #8 on: Wednesday, January 23, 2013, 14:29:24 » |
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I'd worry more about getting the right estate agent rather than the lowest fee. No point having one that charges 1% but can't sell the house (or get the money you want) over one charging 2% who sells the house quickly (for the money you want).
I would get some recommendations for a solicitor though, a crap one can easily delay the sale going through.
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« Reply #9 on: Wednesday, January 23, 2013, 14:56:22 » |
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What Jonny said. Usually look at 1.5-2% for a decent estate agent
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« Reply #10 on: Wednesday, January 23, 2013, 15:10:26 » |
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sold one in october, 2% fee with haarts (which were superb) solicitor was £600, then little costs energy efficient test £35
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« Reply #11 on: Wednesday, January 23, 2013, 15:42:33 » |
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Re Solicitors, find one local to the area you're selling in - the estate agent you choose should be able to advise. I'd caution against picking an on-line outfit as I've heard several tales of woe about them
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« Reply #12 on: Wednesday, January 23, 2013, 21:19:45 » |
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« Reply #13 on: Wednesday, January 23, 2013, 22:29:23 » |
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I'd say 1.25-1.5% + vat for a sole agency agreement is about right.
Getting a good agent acting in your best interests as seller can really pay. A bad one can waste your time especially if trying to line up a further commission on someone else's mortgage offer and another commission elsewhere in a chain etc.
Always assess your buyer's likely ability to proceed - is there a chain, a long one, what sort of mortgage does your buyer need (none at all is best, 90% plus is a worry)- or anyone else in the chain to also have to worry about?
Ask 3 agents round for a free marketing appraisal and pick the one you trust.
Most agents actually take a fee from the solicitor (or conveyancing service) they recommend - so they're not unbiased. Avoid online or remote legal services. Word of mouth in the area is usually the best guide to solicitors and agents so ask neighbours or colleagues.
Good luck. I can recommend in South West london and Surrey. PM me if interested
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