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Selling your home, why sell with us?

As the only local Estate Agent to specialise in the sales of period property and homes with historical or architectural interest. We are able to offer a unique and individual approach to our marketing. Because we only sell period properties we have a distinct advantage when appealing to buyers.

Buyers come directly to us not only because they know that if they are looking for an older home then we have exactly what they are looking for but also for our experience and knowledge of properties with age.

We are very particular about the type of property we offer. Only a hand selected few make it into our heritage collection.

The desirability of these special homes make them a pleasure to sell and we immerse ourselves in the details of each home, bringing it to life on screen with dazzling photography and captivating film.

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What to expect

Valuations

Once you have decided to sell your home, you will need a valuation. Our valuation process involves a tour of your home and a discussion regarding the condition and any improvements that have been made.

We can discuss with you the different marketing strategies that we would implement, timescales and processes. We will also leave you with preliminary information including our fees and our sellers pack.

Measure up

When you choose to sell with Heritage homes we will revisit the property to start the measure up, photos and videos.

Expect us to be there for anything between 1-3 hours depending on the size of the property. We will also need to spend some time with you to discuss the property including any listed status, restrictions and improvements. We would also request that you provide us with copies of any documentation regarding the property and any land registry plans. At this point you will sign our sales contract, we also need to take copies of your ID for our AML checks.

Marketing

Our marketing is different, we spend time really getting to know your home so that we can better present its virtues and potential. Bringing out the best of your home will enable us to match buyers to properties that will appeal to their needs.

Viewings

Wherever possible we will carry out the viewings for you. We find this to be the most effective approach for buyers as they can enjoy a low pressured and unhurried experience. If, however we feel that a vendor meeting would be beneficial we will discuss this prior to arranging viewings.

Negotiating The Sale

The exciting part starts when we get an offer on your property. We liaise with yourself and the buyer to achieve the best price. We will discuss the position and proceed ability of each potential buyer. If there are multiple offers we will discuss with you the offer and buyer position that we believe would be the best option.

There are several options if there are multiple offers, and we will discuss these with you if and when you find yourself in this happy position. Once you have accepted an offer on the property and the buyers has been verified, we can start the sale process.

Starting The Sale

Once we have shaken hands on a deal we will ask you to choose a solicitor, we can provide several quotes from our recommend list of solicitors. or you can choose your own.
The cost of conveyancing varies depending on whether you are buying and selling or just selling. You should receive a quote from your solicitor before you instruct them.

The First Few Weeks

There will be documents to provide to your solicitor and a sellers pack to complete. This should be completed as soon as possible and your first fees will be due to your solicitor, they will then send the buyers solicitor the contract pack this contains important information about the property such as boundary disputes, planning permission, guarantees and warranties and environmental matters. The pack will also contain the title deeds indicating the type of ownership of the property.

If you are purchasing the property with the help of a mortgage your solicitor will also receive a copy of the formally accepted mortgage offer.

Surveys

Your purchaser is very likely going to have a survey carried out. Although there is no legal obligation to do so, post people who are buying a period property especially one with any listed status will usually instruct one.

Mortgage Surveys
This is also the point at which the mortgage survey will take place.

Searches

Next come the searches, the buyers solicitor will carry out a range of searches relating to the property. These will vary depending on the location of the property.

  • Local Authority
  • Environmental
  • Water and drainage
  • Flood risk
  • Mining searches
  • Planning searches
  • Chancel repair liability

Exchange

A final completion statement, transfer deed and mortgage deed will then be agreed and signed by your buyer.

The buyers solicitor will conduct a final check with the Land Register to confirm that no changes have been made to the property since the initial searches. After which the signed transfer deed will be sent to your solicitor, contracts will be exchanged and the deposit sent.

Completion

The sale is finalised and the property is legally transferred to the new owner.

Your solicitor will receive the balance of the sale price.

Throughout the Sale

We recommend that you speak with your solicitor on a weekly basis to keep updated on the progress of your sale.

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The selling process

Selling your period home

The intoxicating feeling that you get from an old building, the scent and atmosphere of past lives lived. The weight of history that lingers in doorways and hangs in halls.
Its no coincidence that millions of people fall in love with an older home.

Owning a slice of history has always been a desirable prospect. The allure of a rustic cottage is undeniable, the decadence of a Georgian town house is irresistible.

Marketing

When selling your period property, you are already appealing to the converted. Our aim is to present your property at its best, our marketing will reflect the very best that your property offers, no detail is overlooked when presenting its virtues.

Once the marketing is complete and the property is ready for viewing then we go live online with our advertising.

Viewing

We undertake the viewings as we feel it is important for potential buyers to see the property as their own, it is important that where possible the property is dressed for sale. This can mean decluttering, depersonalising and rearranging. We can advise on how to dress your property for sale.

Offers

All offers will be put to you, negotiations can be stressful and can sometimes take time. It is important to consider each offer carefully and not to rush into a decision.

Once a price is agreed we will stop viewings and start the sales process.

Solicitor

You have agreed a sale price. Now you need a solicitor, our comprehensive list of solicitors will provide you with a quote. They are online and work very efficiently. However if you prefer to source your own solicitor then you will need to provide us with their full contact details.

The sale

You will be asked by your solicitor to complete the initial forms and identification checks. The buyers solicitor will carry out searches and enquiries, their mortgage provider will carry out a mortgage survey. Any other surveys that have been requested will also be carried out. During the sale you will receive regular updates from your solicitor regarding progress. The contracts will be drawn up and exchanged and a completion date set.

Frequently asked questions

What adds most value to a house?
  1. Fit a new kitchen
  2. Build an extension
  3. Update the heating system
  4. Converting a garage, loft or cellar
  5. Make it more open plan
  6. Improve the garden
I’m thinking of selling my home, where do I start?
  1. Instruct an agent to value your home and discuss marketing
  2. Set your sale price
  3. Get your home ready for sale
  4. Get your property on line
  5. Wait for an offer
  6. Negotiate the price
  7. Instruct a solicitor
  8. Exchange
  9. Completion
What is the conveyancing costs for selling?

Conveyancing costs when selling average between around £610-£950.

What documents do I need to sell my house in the UK?
  • Proof of Identity
  • Property Title Deeds
  • Energy Performance Certificate (EPC)
  • Copy of lease (if leasehold)
  • Fittings and Contents Form (TA10)
  • Property Information Form (TA6)
  • Building Regulations Certificates
  • Warranties and guarantees
How long will my sale take to go through?

Conveyancing typically takes 12-16 weeks. However, this duration can vary based on factors such as surveys revealing issues or there’s a delay in getting property searches back.

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