HOW TO CHOOSE THE BEST ESTATE AGENT IN BALHAM

6th May 2021
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Balham, London is dubbed as ‘Gate Way of the South’ in Peter Sellers’ version of a sketch by Frank Muir and Denis Norden. It has a popular brunch and a pleasant community feel. No wonder it becomes an increasingly popular area for young professionals and families. Balham

When it comes to selling or buying a home in Balham, it is important to find the right and the best real estate agency. It is important that you take time to find someone that is well qualified and that will look out for your best interest.

 

This article will discuss how to choose the best estate agency in Balham, London.

 

Check if the agency has a website or page

These days, it is important that an estate agency has a website or page. As more people turn to look up for homes online, an estate agency with a website allows estate agents to grow their value more, and moreover, this means that the estate agency puts effort in marketing their agency - products and services. 

This means, if you are selling your property, the estate agent has an online audience for your property. 

 

Check if the agency has an office.

These days there are already online estate agencies that do not have offices. They usually charge an up-front fee to put a property on the market. But if you want to go on a safer road, opting for a traditional full-service estate agency will be a great option for you. Usually, a traditional estate agency will have an office that you can visit and will normally take care of the process of buying or selling a property.

 

Narrow down the choices

You need to find out more about the agents, you have to check for information’s on their website – about the company, staff and the services they offer. Look for reviews from customers or clients. 

 

You should be able to narrow down your choices of estate agents. 

 

Make a call or email the estate agents in Balham

Call or email the estate agents. Observe how they would respond to you. Do you feel welcome? Are they helpful? Are they professional? If you feel that you are comfortable with the estate agent, schedule an appointment.

 

Property valuation

When the estate agent arrives for property valuation, pay attention to their punctuality, knowledge, and professionalism. Always ask them about their opinions regarding the value of your property. 

 

Tell them what you need

Usually, a good estate agent will want to know more about your needs – a certain date of selling, job move or you need a bigger home. It is important, to be honest, and allow them to help you by telling them what you need. 

 

Estate Agent’s Fee

Ask for their fee. The amount you will pay depends on what services they are going to provide. 

 

Work with your agent

At this point, you will be working with your agent as a team to sell or buy a property. It is important that you know that you are working with your agent to buy or sell a property successfully. 

 

 

 

If you are buying or selling a home in Balham, London and are looking to hire a successful estate agent to guide and help you through the process, take a look at Bluestone Properties. Bluestone Properties covers south London and surrounding areas. Call us on 0208 355 3405 or email us at info@bluestoneproperties.co.uk


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