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What you need to know before selling your house
Standard Bank Team
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Are you like the Willemse family from our TV ad,who are excited about moving into their new home? But are you still worried about selling their existing home and all that goes with it?

Because we understand the mix of emotions that comes with buying and selling property, and that it is a huge decision your entire family has to live with, we’ve compiled some tips on what you should consider before selling your house.

• Why are you selling your house? Do you need a bigger family home or want to move to a better area? Maybe you want to be closer to work? Make sure you’re moving for the right reasons as this is a stressful and expensive experience

• A “For Sale” sign alone won’t sell the house. A reputable estate agent will be able to access buyers and speed up the process.

• You can also sell your house privately. This will involve in-depth research but might end up leaving you with more money in your pocket as you won’t have estate agent commission. On the down side, you won’t have the expertise they offer.

• Have your house valued. It is also important to check the market and gauge when would be the right time to sell. Make sure you get the right price for your area, the condition of your home as well as its size.

• Make sure that your home is in a good condition before you consider selling it. Get rid of all the clutter and keep your garden tidy. People viewing your house need to imagine themselves in it. If it is newly painted or has new trimmings, let it be known. This adds value.

• Be realistic about pricing and remember to be flexible but don’t be taken advantage of. Remember to listen to your agent’s advice: it’s what you’re paying them for.

• Consider time for legal issues such as title deeds and registration papers. Make sure that these are readily available so when you find a buyer all is in order and ready to go.

We hope these tips come in handy when you take the big step to sell your house and move into a new one. If planned properly, selling and moving can be an exciting time for the entire family.

Find more information about selling your house, homeloans and other important details pertaining to buying a new house here. http://www.standardbank.co.za/portal/site/standardbank/menuitem.de435aa54d374eb6fcb695665c9006a0/?vg...

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