6 ways to save money when selling a property

The costs of selling a property can mount up and with the rise in the cost of living, we understand sellers need a budget-friendly sale. Here are Move Places’s six ways that you can save money when selling your home.

1. Add value to your home wisely

If your home needs smartening up, look to see what will make the biggest impact for the lowest cost. Simple changes, like decluttering rooms, giving the walls a fresh lick of paint and sprucing up the garden can add value to your property. While you’re decluttering, see what you can sell to make a little extra cash.

2. Choose an online agent

Opting for an online estate agent, instead of a traditional High Street, agent could save you thousands of pounds. Online agents, like Move Places, don’t have physical branches to pay for, so our overheads are lower and we can pass these savings on to sellers in the shape of fairer fees.

3. Take control with a flexible sales package

Look for an agent that offers flexible sales packages that you can tailor to your circumstances. This way, you’re never paying for more than you really need. Move Places offers a low fixed fee and allows you to choose from a range of optional extras, only if you require. This approach gives sellers complete control and keeps costs low.

4. Consider a DIY move

Professional removals companies can add to the cost of moving so why not recruit friends and family to help do it yourself? Whether it’s the packing or the physical moving, pull in some favours or offer to feed the hungry workers. Look out on social media for free boxes and bubble wrap as people who have just moved often give what they’ve used away for free.

5. Fixed fee solicitor

Solicitor fees can be costly so shop around and choose one that offers a fixed fee so you can budget more easily. Some also offer a no-sale, no-fee option, which may be useful if you’re worried the sale may fall through.

6. Dig out your paperwork

Try to find the paperwork you got when you originally bought the property. It can speed up the sales process but could also save you money. Energy Performance Certificates last for 10 years so if yours is still in date, you may not need to pay for another too.

Let Move Places help

Choose Move Places for a flexible but professional sale that can be tailored to your personal budget. We are the fast, hassle-free way to sell a home you own and buy properties for sale. Get your free online valuation now or contact us for more details.