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19/06/2008

So you've put the house on the market, had the viewings and sorted the legalities, so what's next...

house keys. The Essential House Seller's Guide

Offers And Negotiation

Know how low you are prepared to go for a sale. Get as much information as you can about the buyers' situation so you know the relative strengths of yours and their position eg do they need to move quickly? And if you are paying for an agent, use them to deal with the buyers.

Exchange And Completion

After a successful offer, the next major step is exchanging legal contracts, after which neither side can pull out (without losing a lot of money). Before exchange, solicitors will do their checks, including which fixtures and fittings you are including in the sale. Don’t forget to:

  • Contact your mortgage lender as the loan is ending.
  • Notify utilities and arrange final readings.
  • Arrange mail redirection.
  • Book a removal service.

Completion day means handing over the keys - but remember that it's not until your solicitor has confirmed that your money has finally been transferred!

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