Why do the agents’ appraisals of my property vary so much?
The easiest way to win an instruction in property is to over-value it. Money is an easy way to trick Vendors into instructing an agent but remember- just because an agent tells you a price doesn’t mean they will get it for you. Research the market yourself before the agents attend or, in hindsight, research their valuations and see what is available- visit the major property portals such as www.findaproperty.com or www.rightmove.co.uk as well as sold price sites like www.nethouseprices.co.uk. Be honest with yourself- whilst an extra £50K might sound nice, is it realistic? Equally however, don’t be fooled into down-valuing your property for a quick and easy sale. If you are in no particular rush you can afford to test the market at a slightly higher price and move on from there.
