How to choose an estate agent on the Wirral?

Selling a home is one of the most significant transactions you will ever undertake, so how do you go about picking an estate agent which you can trust?

The property industry has been forced into some big changes over the last 20 years, with the rise of online portals and more estate agents giving the consumer more choice, estate agents have been forced to raise their game.

With all this in mind, please see below a list of key questions which will be relevant to you, if you are about to engage with an estate agent.

• Is the agent available 7 days a week? This is important as many potential buyers will either enquire about or want to view a property outside normal working hours.

• Will the person who valued your home be negotiating your offer? This will ensure that the most skilled and experienced person for the job is negotiating the best possible price for you.

• Ask to see examples of the photographs. Quality photography and presentation is key to achieving viewings.

• Who will you be dealing with throughout the process? Dealing with the same person throughout your transaction will give you continuity, whereas dealing with several people may give lead to a breakdown in communication.

• Does the agent have the experience which you need? During a property transaction there can be bumps in the road, so it is important that your agent has experienced many of the different scenarios which can arise.

• Are you receiving genuine advice? Trust is imperative between client and agent when dealing with a persons biggest asset. A clear indication of this is how an agent values your home, do they have the relevant comparable evidence to support their valuation.

If you are satisfied with an agents answer to these questions and you have a positive feeling overall with the person, then you can’t go far wrong!