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Struggling to sell in Harrow
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Struggling to sell in Harrow Are you trying to sell your property in Harrow but are struggling to find a buyer? Harrow is becoming one of the most popular places for people to move to within London. This is mainly due to its outstanding schools, outdoor space, wide range of amenities not to mention thefantastic transport links to the city.
Is your Estate Agent a local Agent who knows the area? Using a local Estate Agent? Using a local Agent who knows the area will always benefit the sale your property. A local agent will know the market trends for the area, be on hand to help with the whole process and be able to advise you on what works from first hand experience in by selling in Harrow. For someone that is looking to move into Harrow they will ask the agent about the area, therefore someone that is based in Harrow will be able to help them with questions they will have such as local schools, restaurants, sports clubs and transport. As Estate Agents we build a strong rapport with all prospective purchasers which gives them trust and confidence, an experience you don’t get with an Online Agent!
Do you mention vital information in your descriptions such as proximity to station, local schools and transport links? Description is key!
Buyers like to know everything about a property before they view it and will often ask Agents for all this information. If your agent has written a detailed description mentioning these points this will help engage motivated buyers. Harrow is considered a great commuter’s choice for a place of residence since there are good transport links into Central London and its surrounding areas. The borough sits on London Underground’s Metropolitan Line, Bakerloo Line, the Overground Watford DC Line and also Chiltern Railways and London Midland and Southern train links. These transport links can be a great selling point for your property in Harrow. Harrow has 29 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted, these schools will pay a huge part in the decision a family makes when purchasing a property. If your property falls within a catchment area of an outstanding school this is a selling point and should be highlighted.
Buyers aren't aware of the property's potential If there's potential for a buyer to add value to the house, make sure they know about it. Buyers want to know how they can add value to the property and it can be a great selling point. Did you get planning permission for a loft conversion then decide against it? Display the plans somewhere prominent during viewings. If you haven't got as far as that but know neighbours with similar properties who've had projects approved, or if it would be easy to knock down a wall to create an open-plan living space, ask the estate agent to mention this.
Buyers aren't being given the best first impression
If your property has had a goodamount of viewings but no offers, there might be a problem with the way it's being presented on the open market. Could the front door do with a fresh lick of paint? Is the garden tidy? Walking around the property as if you're on a viewing might help, as could asking your estate agent, friends and family for their honest opinions. And never underestimate the importance of smell, particularly if you're a smoker or a pet owner.
Looking for something DIFFERENT? If you’re struggling to sell or get people through the door please do get in contact with our team who specialise in selling properties that have been on the market without going under offer. You can call us on 020 8945 7797 or pop into our office from a chat.
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