So Suite Properties

Think carefully about why you're moving, what constraints you have and when you need to move. This will determine your whole approach to the process. Moving house is stressful, time-consuming and expensive; but if planned, executed and delivered appropriately, the whole process can be as stress-free as possible. So Suite Properties helps alleviate the stresses associated with this process from the beginning. Call us to get a FREE, NO OBLIGATION market appraisal of your property to kick-start the procedure.

We can deliver this service over the phone or, if you prefer, a precise valuation can be given following a visit to your property.

To get us working for you, Call us on 020 8830 7685 or send us a completed form of your request.

Never under-estimate the importance of a well presented property. A cluttered property, or one where decoration is obviously required, will not command the same price as a clean, well presented property. It's well worth spending the odd weekend doing the annoying little maintenance jobs that you've put off for ages. Potential home-buyers will notice if, for instance, the master bedroom door knob is broken or the kitchen door does not close properly. They may start to wonder what other things haven't been done.

Don't be tempted to do any major new work. You may think that orange painted walls add thousands of pounds to the value of the property - others may not. If in doubt, be conservative. If you fancy doing it yourself, go about it sensibly or take advice from a professional house doctor.

Most sellers should consider getting a professional house doctor in to make those changes that can really add value to their home when it comes to selling, to make sure your property gets snapped up straight away.

There is a plethora of estate agents out there. But there are only a few good ones. Shop around. Some agents offer a good service at reasonable prices, others do next to nothing for properties that don't match their normal portfolio. Important questions to ask are:

What's the commission rate? So Suite Properties will conduct the initial valuation of your property free. We are only paid commission when we successfully sell your property. The rate is almost always negotiable, and generally varies from 1% to 2.5% of the sale value. Our policy is a no sale - no fee basis.

What's the notice period? We won't tie you into a long drawn-out contract. Some agents tie you in for ages, which can be a real drag if the property isn't selling and you want to try another agent.

Do they advertise on the Internet? If so, how effective is/are the sites? Will my property appear only on the agent's website, or also on large property portals and search engines such as findaproperty.co.uk and primelocation.com? A modest chunk of our revenue is devoted to advertising, particularly internet advertising. Our experience and research has shown that most property searches are primarily initiated on the internet, hence we regard it as the nerve of our advertising strategy. We subscribe to an array of property portals and search engines that, from our experience, have served us very well over time.

How do they value the property? This is often the deciding factor for people selling a property - but it shouldn't be. There are thousands of stories of agents who claim to be able to sell a property for thousands more or quicker than the agent next door simply to get the instruction.

Our aim is to be transparent, honest and to follow due diligence; and consequently expose your property to as many potential buyers as quickly as possible within the shortest time span.

Will they do accompanied viewings? Fundamentally, So Suite Properties always accompany applicants on viewings. This may help if you are unsure about showing your house in its best light. It may also simplify your life if you are often out of the house as we can show people round at times that suit you. However, you may feel uncomfortable about someone else showing strangers around your home when you're not there. We work to accommodate sellers' concerns and it won't be a problem if sellers are adamant about conducting viewings personally.

We thrive on challenges

We encourage you to ask us lots of difficult questions. Listen to what we have to say. Don't agree to anything while we are at your home. Stop, think, and decide if we are worth your business.

Decisions to make

Sole or joint agency? Joint agency is more expensive (typically an extra 0.5% commission may be added) but it does concentrate the minds of the agents wonderfully. Multiple agencies are also slightly more expensive than sole or joint agency. But be well informed about the subtle differences between the three before you make a decision.

Which estate agent will it be? We hope you pick So Suite properties.

Invaluable Feedback

We always provide feedback irrespective of its twists or stings. We are absolutely committed to working with sellers in order to alleviate their stress.

You'll need to review the sale particulars before agreeing to its use - make sure they're correct and present the property in the way you want.

We will expose your property to many potential buyers as quickly as possible. To achieve this, a structured and result-oriented method is devised. The cutting-edge technology we use is as important to us –because we know how important it is to you to sell your property quickly.

We subscribe to an array of functional property web portals and search engines which give your property maximum exposure and allow us to find you a buyer quickly. These portals and search engines are monitored and analyzed regularly for performance. The following logos represent some of those sites where your property would appear as soon as we are instructed.

In addition, your property will appear on our website and will be advertised on our street level window display. These are complemented, where possible, with a full colour advert. Today's standard property selling enhancers, such as floor plans, digital colour photos, location maps and printable colour brochures will be added to create more interest. These are complemented with a full colour advert in the local newspaper, Willesden Green & Brent Times, to increase your property exposure.

Potential buyers will always put in an offer through So Suite Properties. We will communicate the offer to you both verbally and in writing. Take time to think about your response and remember this is a negotiation with other things apart from the price to play with. This is a time to play hard - but fair. Find out if the buyer has put in any offers on other properties. If you want to move quickly - tell us.

Between the acceptance of offer and exchange, the buyer has to do lots of running around. As a seller, your obligations are really only to answer the questions from the buyers solicitors and to ensure you're ready to sign. At this stage you are still under no legal obligation to sell. You'll need to contact your mortgage company about transferring the deeds and security for the mortgage if you are buying a property at the same time.

This is when it gets legal. You sign a piece of paper, they sign a piece of paper, and it becomes legal. If you decide to pull out after exchanging contracts, it could get very expensive. Similarly, delays beyond the agreed completion date incur interest that mounts rapidly

If you are buying a different property, make sure you exchange on selling your existing property before buying the new one - or you could be left with an unexpected bridging loan! Arrange for the transfer of utilities and mail deliveries

You should have agreed when you will move out. Leave the property in the condition you would like to find it. Many moves are marred by people leaving rubbish everywhere, taking light fittings and lightbulbs. It's petty and unnecessary. Cut some flowers from the garden, stick them in a milk bottle in the kitchen and they'll thank you for years to come.

On completion day, your solicitor will tell you when the money has arrived. Then either you or the agent can hand over the keys.