Navigating the world of property sales, one might wonder about the costs associated with getting a property valuation. The good news is that most estate agents offer this service for free. But why, and what should you be aware of?
Why Free? A Win-Win Situation
Estate agents typically offer free valuations as a standard part of their service package. This not only allows them to showcase their expertise but also serves as an opportunity to pitch their services to potential sellers. The underlying hope is that after receiving a valuation, homeowners will be inclined to list their property with that particular agency.
Multiple Valuations for Accuracy
While it's tempting to go with the first valuation you receive, it's often recommended to get at least three valuations from different agencies. This approach can offer a more comprehensive view of your property's worth, ensuring you're not underselling or overpricing your home.
Factors Influencing Valuations
Agents consider various factors when determining a property's value. They'll assess any improvements or additions you've made, compare your property to similar recent sales in the area, and use these as benchmarks for pricing.
A Word of Caution
While many estate agents strive for accuracy, it's essential to remember they might have an inherent interest in your sale. A higher valuation might make their services seem more attractive, potentially leading to an overpriced property that lingers on the market. Always conduct your own research and consider seeking opinions from professionals without a vested interest in the sale.
The Bottom Line
Estate agent valuations are a convenient, free method to gauge your property's market value. They offer insights into how home improvements might have influenced your property's worth and provide a snapshot of the current local housing market. However, while there's no obligation to proceed with a sale post-valuation, it's crucial to approach the process with an informed and cautious mindset.
So if you want a free valuation get in touch with us. We will tell you how much your property is worth, how we figured that out, why we are the best agent for the job - sales@davidmichaelproperties.co.uk
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24th July 2023
5 Stars. I wouldn't use another estate agent from now on & would recommend to everyone. He sold our house quickly & gave brilliant advice about the market.
16th August 2023
Absolutely fantastic estate agent! Our house was sold the first day of viewings and Dave helps you along every step of the process. Couldn’t recommend more!
30th July 2023
Super nice experience! David was very responsible, always able to reach and follow up regularly. I would really recommend.
25th November 2022
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18th January 2023
Best service from start to finish. Dave got us multiple offers within 4 days of being on the market and he was incredibly helpful through every aspect of selling our home and purchasing another - nothing was too much trouble. Would recommend to anyone looking for an agent and wouldn’t use anyone other than David Michael in the future. Thanks again, Dave!!
18th July 2022
I cannot praise David enough for all he has done. David was very professional, friendly and helpful. He kept us informed at every stage & any questions we had were answered immediately. The costs were so low compared to other estate agents too. I highly recommend David & would definitely use him again. Thank you once again, David
19th June 2022
Highly recommend. Contacted David after a friend recommended him after selling a family members house. Excellent communication from start to finish. Prompt valuation and subsequent advertising- with an offer on my property within 2 days. Seamless process from start to completion. His knowledge in his field is second to none. David goes above and beyond with communication and was always available for a chat to talk through any queries I had. Amazing service and nothing was ever too much trouble.
Would highly recommend to anyone looking to sell their property.
20th June 2022
We have recently used David Michael as an agent for a house purchase. We would highly recommend DMP we were kept up to date at all stages of the purchase. Communication was excellent fast. Highly recommended - Thank you
20th June 2022
As a buyer and as a seller we cannot recommend David's services highly enough.
David Michael Properties is a company that has gone above and beyond the expectations of your everyday estate agents.
As a seller, our home was marketed thoroughly and valued responsibly. The strongest purchasers were carefully selected, viewings carefully managed and our property was under offer within 3 days!
David and his team went above and beyond in every standard of this industry.
Our solicitors even commented on his fantastic communication and active dedication to make our sale and purchase smooth as can be.
Davids team understands that this is so much more than buildings and legalities. They understand it is about people, families and decisions that affect their lives. This personal approach is what sets this company apart!
Always there at the end of a phone, always there chashing up, reassuring and communicating every step of the way. Any advice and recommendations were always responsibly given and in our best interests.
We cannot thank your team enough.
Without hesitation we would 100% recommend David Micheal Properties!
2nd May 2022
After talking to a number of agents and auction companies, we chose David Michael Properties to help with the sale of our investment property in Liverpool. As we are based in the South-East we were looking for a hassle-free option that would maximise the sales price.
David provided an amazing personal service, liaising with the auction company who managed the sale, conducting viewings and anything else we asked for including taking meter readings, etc. In the end, we managed to bring home a little more than our initial expectations, so all good there as well.
If you want a great personal service that takes the hassle out of the sales process, while achieving the true sales value of your property, I would highly recommend David Michael Properties.
25th April 2022
Georgia went out of her way to help with purchasing our new home from David Michael Estate Agents. I cannot praise her enough, nothing was ever any trouble and always came back to us with any queries.
14th March 2022