Finding a property you love is an exciting moment. However, if you have a home to sell, waiting until that point to put it on the market could make it harder to secure your onward purchase.
At Reeds Rains, we help sellers prepare early so they can begin their property search with a clearer budget and a stronger buying position.
Being on the market shows that you are serious
When a seller considers an offer, price is not always the only factor. They may also look at how quickly and reliably each prospective buyer can proceed.
If your current property is already being marketed, you have completed an important part of the process. If it is under offer, your position may be stronger still.
By comparison, a buyer who has not arranged a valuation or instructed an estate agent may have several stages to complete before their purchase can progress.
A valuation can help shape your search
Before deciding what you can afford to buy, it is useful to understand what your existing property could achieve on the current market.
Our local Reeds Rains experts use local insight, market information and the individual features of your home to recommend an appropriate asking price. We will also explain the reasoning behind our valuation.
This can help you search within a more realistic price range and account for other moving costs.
You can avoid losing valuable time
If your property is not on the market when you find your next home, you will need to begin your sale while trying to keep your purchase together.
You may need to:
- Arrange a property valuation
- Select an estate agent
- Prepare photographs and marketing details
- Launch the property
- Host viewings
- Find and qualify a buyer
Completing these steps earlier could reduce delays and reassure the seller that you are committed to the move.
We can help you prepare for both your sale and purchase
At Reeds Rains, we understand that selling and buying at the same time can feel complicated. Our teams can guide you through the process and keep you informed as your sale progresses.
We can help with:
- Valuing and marketing your current property
- Recommending a suitable asking price
- Arranging and managing viewings
- Negotiating offers
- Explaining your position within the chain
- Helping you search for your next property
Having support across both sides of the move can make it easier to understand what needs to happen next.
What happens if you find a buyer first?
Putting your home on the market does not mean you must immediately move out if you have not found another property.
When you receive an offer, discuss your onward plans with us. We can communicate your position to the buyer and help keep everyone informed. Your solicitor will also advise you about the legal stages and proposed timescales.
Good communication is particularly important when several linked transactions form a property chain.
Prepare now so you are ready to move
You do not need to wait until you have found your next home to begin planning.
Book a free property valuation with Reeds Rains. We will help you understand your home’s potential value, explain the selling process and prepare you to move when the right property comes along.
Frequently asked questions
Must my property be on the market before I start viewing?
No, but being on the market can show sellers that you are serious and have already taken steps towards completing your move.
What does being a proceedable buyer mean?
A proceedable buyer is generally someone who can move forward with a purchase. Their property may already be under offer, or they may not have a property to sell.
Will a seller accept my offer if I have not sold?
They may, but another buyer in a stronger position could be preferred. Each seller will make their own decision based on the offers and circumstances involved.
How can Reeds Rains help me get ready?
We can value your property, recommend an asking price, prepare it for marketing and manage your sale while helping you search for another home.
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