Choosing your agent.

Estate agents are NOT all the same! Your choice of agent may have a direct effect on the eventual selling price of your property.

Always instruct a Member of the National Association Of Estate Agents. Member firms adhere to a strict code of conduct and can be held accountable for breaching that code.

INSTRUCT ONE AGENT ON A SOLE AGENCY BASIS FOR A LIMITED PERIOD.

Most buyers will contact every agent in the area into which they wish to move. Receiving the same property from several agents may give the impression there is something wrong with the property or that it may be overpriced.

The perception that an agent "doesn't try as hard" unless in competition is not true - if an agent fails to sell your house, they don't get paid - generally that's a pretty good incentive.

You must feel you can trust your agent. A healthy business "partnership" is essential and you must opt for the agent with whom you feel most comfortable.

When an offer is received, you must be sure that your agent is acting solely for you, representing your best interests and not simply interested in securing their commission even at your expense.