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How to prepare your home for a quick sale
The dripping tap, the tired front door, the cluttered worktop. Our agents' ten-point list of fixes to finish before the photographer arrives.
Oct 8, 2026 · 4 min readFeatured
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Our lettings team finds and references tenants, collects rent on the first of the month and arranges repairs with vetted local tradespeople.
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Planning permission, access roads and the cost of connecting water and power decide whether a cheap plot stays cheap. Use our checklist before you make an offer.
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What really affects the value of your home
Location and size matter most, but kitchens, parking and energy ratings can move a price by thousands. Here is what our valuers check first.
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Ten questions to ask at a viewing
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How our valuations work
A valuer visits, compares your home with recent sales within half a mile and adjusts for condition. Here is the full method, step by step.
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The rental team handles everything. I barely think about my flat any more.
Nora SilvaLandlord, two propertiesClear advice on every offer. We never felt pressured.
Aria KimSold their family homeWe sold above the asking price in under three weeks. Remarkable service.
Kai MoreauFirst-time buyersThey made a stressful move feel surprisingly calm.
Isla WhitakerRelocated for workOur agent found us a house that was never even listed online.
Ella OkaforSold and bought with usThe valuation was spot on and the marketing photos were stunning.
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Staging tips that help homes sell faster
Neutral bedding, fewer chairs and every light switched on. Simple staging changes that helped our sellers get offers in the first two weeks.
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Our fees are clear and agreed upfront. You only pay when the sale completes.
Most listings include a 3D tour, and agents can host live video viewings.
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