Frequent Asked Questions

How does it work? - selling

More than 70% of people are now using the internet to look for property. Even
estate agents are now advertising their property on the internets best property sites. This
service is no different to advertising in your local paper, The difference being that your
property will be viewed all over the u.k. Our aim is to give you the opportunity to advertise
your sale or let privately cutting out the middle man making you the winner.

REMEBER - NOBODY KNOWS YOUR PROPERTY BETTER THAN YOU.

Are there any hidden charges? - selling

No. We are not an estate agent therfore we do not charge any commision. You select
the package that best suits you, pay the required amount then your property will be added
to our listings.

How easy is to advertise and sell my property while using an estate agent? - selling

Selling your house yourself is becoming more popular everyday, Tens of thousands of people successfully sell their houses privately in the UK every year enjoying the money they are saving on their next property, family holiday or maybe towards a new car. Statistically as many as 80% of purchasers use the internet to find their next home. Remember, no-body knows your property better than you do.

Can i still use an Estate Agent? - selling

Yes, as you are selling your own property it is at your own discretion how you decide to promote the property.

What if i find a buyer whilst using an estate agent? - selling

There is a valuable source of information explaining the statutory obligations of estate agents which can be found at the Office Of Fair Trading(OFT) who state that, depending on the terms in your contract, if you find a buyer yourself, you do not have to pay the estate agent's commission. However, if you decide to use estate agents, we would advise you to read and fully understand the contract that you will be signing as you will be signing a legally binding document. Beware that some contracts do entitle the agent to a fee on completion even if you have sold the property yourself. Remember to read the small print before you sign any contract. For more inormation visit www.oft.gov.uk

Do i have any legal rights? - selling

Yes. Most estate agents will tell you that individual sellers are not covered by the Property Misdescriptions Act, But this isn't true you are covered by the Sale of Goods Act, which offer similar protection for buyers.

What are the terms and conditions? - selling

Click this link and read our full terms and conditions here.

How is my personal information stored? - selling

You decide how your information is passed on to other parties. Click on this link
to read our privacy policy for more information.

Can i change details on my advert after it is published? - selling

Yes. Just log in to your account, click on the update link then click on step 1 edit. This will allow you to review and update your advert. Don't forget to save your changes.

How do i know what my property is worth? - selling

The most common way to find out is to get a valuation. Another way is to look at
other property's in your area which are very similar to yours, by searching property
sites on the internet, looking in your local paper or just browsing around estate agent
windows. This is what estate agents often do. The most important part of selling or
letting your property is the asking price. Think carefully don't price too high otherwise
you may not get any enquirys. Click on the ourproperty link at the top of our homepage and this will give you an idea of property value in your area over the last two years, information is also available via the land registry.

What if i don't want people having access to my e-mail address? - selling

If you e-mail your property details to info@online-propertys.com we will add your advert to our listing and contact you with any enquiry to your property.

What are the levels at which stamp duty applies and at what cost? - selling

* Value of property up to £125,000 = 0% * £125,000 - £250,000 = 1% * £250,000 - £500,000 = 3% * £500,000+ = 4%

How do i conduct viewings? - selling

Here is some practical advice when arranging a viewing: 1. Make sure you have contact details of anyone who is interested in viewing your property, for example, name, address, daytime contact number. 2. Telephone the viewer before they come to your house, this way you will be able to confirm who they are and cofirm the viewing date and time. By speaking to the viewer first you will have broken the ice ensuring you both that your not wasting each others time. 3. Do not be afraid to ask them questions about their situation, are they a first time buyer, do they have a property to sell, are they a cash buyer. As you probably are aware someone who maybe interested in your house may have to sell theirs first which can take more time to complete the sale than you may like. 4. Remember, you are letting a stranger into your home, make sure you have someone with you and don't leave any valuables lying around.

How do i deal with any offers? - selling

Make sure you are asking a realistic price making sure you leave room for negotiation. Do not over price or you may find that your property will remain on the market for a long time. Also, don't let anyone encourage you to drop the price too much just for a quick sale. If you accept an offer verbally or by hand shake, it is advised to leave your property on the market until contracts have been signed and exchanged. If somebody is interested in your property make sure you have the following details: 1. Name, address and contact details of purchaser. 2. Do they have a property for sale? 3. Do they require a mortgage or are they a cash buyer? 4. When would they want to exchange contracts? 5. Who is their solicitor/conveyancer acting on their behalf?

Do i need to have the home information pack (HIPS)? - selling

From 14th December 2007, by law everyone who is selling their property will be required to provide a detailed Home Information Pack with all the relevent information about your property provided. If you require more information visit http://homeinformationpacks.gov.uk/consumer/ or to purchase a HIP please visit www.hipsdirect.com

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