Moving home for schooling? Plan well ahead to beat the 17 week wait!

The latest data from Propertymark reveals that 43% of housing transactions are now taking longer than 17 weeks to complete.

With many Spring and Summer movers aiming to be settled before the September school start, now is the time to begin your moving journey to help ensure Completion before the registration bell rings.

Here are our top tips for a smoother, faster transaction:

For Sellers

  • Price your property competitively and take your agent’s advice on marketing strategy and presentation.
  • Instruct a solicitor early and complete initial legal forms before a sale is agreed, so draft contracts can be issued immediately once a purchaser is found.
  • At Leonard Gray Estate Agents, we have our own conveyancing department, helping make the process as seamless as possible.
  • If your property is leasehold, consider ordering Management Packs early to avoid delays. Always check whether payments are refundable in advance.

For Purchasers

  • Get your financials in order and prepare your mortgage broker to submit your application as soon as you secure a property.
  • Gather quotes from independent surveyors and choose your preferred surveyor ahead of time.
  • Consider instructing a solicitor in advance so they are ready to act as soon as the legal process begins.

 

Call us today to get started – 01245 266765

We’d be more than happy to arrange your free sales appraisal, conveyancing quotation, or discuss your property search.

Source: Propertymark Housing Insight Report