Step By Step Guide
Where to start and what is involved: A Brief Guide
1. Valuation
The first thing you need to do is get a valuation on your property. We will call to inspect the property you are considering selling and give you a free valuation within 24 hrs. With a keen local knowledge of Corks property trends we will give you accurate information as to where the value of your property lies. Getting the valuation of your property right is a critical part of the process so make sure your valuer is fully qualified.
2. Choosing an agent
Choosing the right agent to represent you is the most important decision you will have to make. Our job is to advise and to guide people as to what is involved in selling however we will listen to your suggestions and comments at all times. With this in mind we will prepare a detailed sales proposal to suit your needs exactly. You will find this very informative and it will illustrate exactly how we will maximise price.
3. What happens after giving us the go ahead
Your property can be up for sale within 24hrs.We will call to take pictures and measurements for our marketing team. Once our brochure is complete you will be sent a brochure to proof. At the same time the for sale sign can be ordered, details placed on the relevant web sites, adverts placed on papers, pictures placed on windows and at this stage we will be ready for the next stage viewings.
4. Viewings
We will give you ample time before each viewing. The viewing is a most important stage as negotiations can start from this point. Make sure that the property is in tip top shape as first impressions will last. We will not be slow to make suggestions in this area. See our tips for selling section.
5. Negotiations
This is a key are in the whole process. We will assess the suitability of all interested parties directly with you. Communication at this point is crucial so we will in contact almost daily. We will need to make sure we have all the purchasers details in relation to contact details, time frame, solicitors, banks to ensure that when we agree a deal the purchaser will complete.
6. After Agreeing A Deal
At this stage we will confirm in writing to the seller, the buyer and their respective solicitors confirming that a deal has been agreed, the terms of the deal and expected closing dates . We will liaise with you on progress at all stages during this process. We will have to co ordinate the visit of engineer and a valuer for the bank. The solicitors will close the sale and Jeremy Murphy & Associates have another happy client.
