There are usually two types of people who decide to sell their home. Those who have been planning their move for months, and those who suddenly find themselves thinking, “I wonder what my house is worth?”
Perhaps you've been considering selling for a while, you've seen a property you really like, you've outgrown your current home or simply feel ready for a change. Whatever has prompted the thought, autumn can be a great time to turn that idea into a plan.
And as the year starts to move on, thoughts naturally turn to what's ahead. Before we know it, we'll be talking about Christmas, making plans with family and friends and, dare we say it, even thinking about what we'd like the New Year to look like. For some homeowners, that can be the moment when a move starts to feel a little more real. If you've been thinking about a change, now could be the time to start putting the wheels in motion.
Why sell this autumn? And how can DB Roberts help?
There is something about September that makes people start thinking about what's next. The summer holidays are over, children are back at school and normal routines are returning, while the end of the year suddenly feels a little closer. For buyers, that can mean getting back to the search for their next home, while for sellers, it can be a good opportunity to make a move while there are still active buyers looking.
At DB Roberts, we'll start by getting to know your property, your plans and what you want to achieve from your move. We'll provide a realistic valuation based on your home, the local market and comparable properties, as well as practical advice on preparing your property for sale.
Getting the right price matters
One of the biggest decisions you'll make when selling is deciding what your property should be marketed for. Online valuations and neighbouring properties can give you an indication, but they don't always tell the full story. Two properties on the same street can have very different values depending on their size, condition, layout, improvements, garden, parking and overall appeal.
That's where local knowledge matters. Our teams across Shrewsbury, Telford, Stafford and Wolverhampton understand the areas they work in and the buyers looking for homes within them. We'll assess your property alongside current market conditions and comparable homes to give you realistic advice on where your property sits in the market.
Your home needs to stand out
Buyers have plenty of choice, so good presentation matters. That doesn't mean your home needs to look like a show home. What makes a property appealing is often the things that make it feel like a home: a well-designed kitchen, a beautiful garden, useful storage, a great entertaining space, a character feature or a layout that works particularly well for family life.
And autumn gives us plenty of opportunities to showcase those features. Gardens can still look fantastic, while cosy living spaces, fireplaces, kitchens and entertaining areas can really come into their own. We'll look at what makes your home appealing and make sure those features are reflected in the way we market it, from carefully selected photography and well-written descriptions to your online listing and social media marketing.
The aim isn't simply to get your property seen. It's to get the right buyer through the door.
From valuation to completion
Once you instruct DB Roberts, we'll guide you through the whole process, from preparing your property for the market and creating your marketing campaign through to arranging viewings, managing offers and negotiating on your behalf.
Your property will benefit from exposure across Rightmove, Zoopla and OnTheMarket, alongside our own website, social media channels and database of registered buyers.
And because we're involved throughout the sale, you'll have a team who knows your property, understands your circumstances and is there to help keep things moving through to completion.
Ready to make your move?
If you've been thinking about selling, autumn could be the time to stop thinking about it and start making it happen.
Your first step is simple: find out what your home could achieve and decide whether you're ready to put it on the market.
Our valuations are free and completely without obligation, giving you the opportunity to understand what your home could achieve and how we would approach selling it.
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