What to Look for in a Central London Estate Agent
Whether you are going to be buying or selling a property, having an estate agent on your side that you know you can trust makes an enormous difference.
Trying to navigate the property market on your own can be a tricky process, and there is plenty of scope for things to go wrong. On the other hand, the right estate agent can help you navigate this space much more efficiently.
Here’s what you need to look for in an estate agent if you want to get the best possible deal on a property in central London.
The Markets They Serve
Whether you are buying or selling a property, one of the first decisions that you will have to make is whether you go with a conventional real estate agent or whether you opt for one of the increasing numbers of online options. Online real estate agents are able to offer you a higher level of convenience, but they don’t necessarily have the local knowledge that most property buyers are looking for.
The best option is an estate agent that balances both of these aspects. An estate agent like Greater London Properties are able to combine the best elements of online and traditional estate agents into a single package; this is always the best option. We offer our services online through our website or through our physical shops throughout the capital. In either case, you will be able to take advantage of the local knowledge of our agents while accessing our services remotely. Whether you are looking to buy, sell, or rent, we can help you find the ideal property for your needs.
Their Reputation
Before you commit to using any particular estate agent, you should take the time to investigate who they are and what services they offer. Not only should you be looking at what they can do for you, but you should also be looking at their past reputation. For example, what do previous customers and clients have to say about them? What are their online reviews like?
Having a reputation doesn’t just mean that you can trust the estate agent on a professional level. It also indicates that the agents you are considering know what they are doing. Experience is always valuable, irrespective of the field that you are working in and experienced estate agents are just as valuable as other experienced professionals.
Check our our Trust Pilot reviews online which position us as excellent throughout the industry, something we are immensely proud of.
Their Personality
When you are selling a property through an estate agent, you want to be certain that those agents are going to be effective salespeople for your property. Estate agents who lack personality and are unlikely to connect with potential buyers are going to find it hard to convince anyone to spend the money necessary to acquire a new property.
You should never commit to using a particular estate agent until you have taken the time to at least speak with them and find out what kind of services they offer and on what basis. Whether you are looking to sell a central London property for as much money as possible, or you are searching for the perfect central London property at the best possible price, having the right estate agent on your side can make all the difference.
Local Knowledge
Before you commit to a particular estate agent, don’t be afraid to interrogate them to find out about their local knowledge. As a general rule, the better an estate agent’s local knowledge is, the better the value they will be able to secure for their clients. It is difficult to overstate the value of local knowledge, especially when it comes to navigating the property market in central London.
Whether you are buying or selling, it is advantageous to work with an estate agent that doesn’t just know about the properties that they are handling, but who also has a good understanding of the surrounding area. Remember, the value of a property is affected by many factors - the surrounding area and available amenities play an important role.
A Good Grasp Of Tech
To excel in the modern property market, estate agents need to have a firm grasp of technology. Whether you are a buyer or a seller, working with an estate agent who is familiar with all the latest tech that is relevant to the field improves your chances of securing the best deal possible because it means your estate agent is able to connect with as many other potential buyers and sellers as possible.
Our team at Greater London Properties are always on hand to answer any questions you have about the current market or the process involved with selling of renting.
Please give us a call today on 0207 734 4062 or please visit our website glp.co.uk.
We look forward to hearing from you,
Warm Regards
Megan Cutforth
Head of Residential