Sell My House Fast

Frequently Asked Questions

If you are new to direct property sales there will, no doubt, be a number of matters you are uncertain about. Even if you have some experience of the process, there will inevitably be a lot that you still don’t know.

This is why we have put together this comprehensive list of questions that people often ask us. Here we hope you’ll find the answers to any concerns that you may have.

What is the timescale involved in selling my home?

We can act at a pace that suits you, working closely with you throughout the sales process, keeping you fully informed about what's happening at all times.

If time is of the essence, we can organise a quick exchange of contracts, often in less than a week. We can also recommend solicitors that can be relied upon to accelerate your property sale to reach a swift conclusion. In fact, our ability to respond rapidly has enabled us to help many people facing imminent repossession or eviction by organising a quick sale before the lenders can act.

We can even tailor the sale to meet your personal deadlines. For example, we can proceed with the exchange of contracts, to give you legally binding security, and then coordinate the completion of the sale to correspond with the date you wish to move out.

Alternatively, if you wish to continue living in your home after the sale, we can set up monthly rent payments for an agreed period that will ultimately lead to ownership of the property returning to you.

 

How soon do I need to move out of my property?

We tailor our service to meet your individual needs. Generally speaking, you can stay in the property for up to 6 months, however this period can be extended by prior agreement.

If you wish to continue living in your home for a longer period, we can arrange monthly rental payments. Alternatively, if your desire is to eventually buy back your home, our ‘rent to buy’ plan allows you to remain in your property, paying a monthly rent, until you have contributed a sufficient amount to regain ownership of the property outright.

 

Is there a time limit on your offer?

Our offer to purchase your property remains valid for 28 days. Of course, you may still continue with the purchase after 28 days has elapsed, but it would involve the reassessment of your circumstances and a new offer being submitted.

 

What ‘hidden’ charges are there?

Unlike selling your property with an estate agent, there are no additional costs – no legal fees, no valuation fees, no estate agent fees – no hidden charges at all.

We do not even charge for the initial survey and valuation (unlike many of our competitors). We provide this service with no charge and no obligation to proceed with the sale. We'll even pay up to £500 of your legal fees, whether you use your own solicitor or one recommended by us.

 

How do your costs compare with those of an estate agent?

We cut out the hidden costs of estate agents – legal fees, valuation fees, estate agent fees… However, because our objective is to bring about a sale in a fraction of the time it would take an estate agent (and with a fraction of the stress and hassle) you are likely to receive between 10% and 25% less for your home than you possibly could on the open market.

Of course, this ‘open market’ price may take many months of uncertainty and dashed hopes to be achieved, if at all. Whereas we guarantee a straightforward quick sale without any ambiguity.

Furthermore, unlike estate agents, our service goes beyond the basic selling of the property. Our range of sale, rental and buy-back plans provides you with a comprehensive, long-term solution that is worth a great deal in terms of peace of mind.

 

Can I sell my property if I am behind with my mortgage payments?

In most cases we are able to purchase properties in such circumstances. The particular arrangement we come to will depend on the amount of equity you have (equity is the value of your property minus the remaining mortgage payments).
 
As with all our property purchases, there are a number of alternative options available – from quick sales to sales at open-market prices, from short term rentals to rent-to-buy schemes. So, no matter what state your mortgage payments are in, even if you are facing impending eviction, we have the ideal solution for you.

 

Will you purchase any kind of property?

We are not restricted to any one type of property. We will purchase any residential property, from a one-bedroomed flat to a sumptuous mansion.

 

Do you buy properties in any condition?

Properties in need of some attention are often difficult to sell through an estate agent. However, we are happy to purchase any property, regardless of its condition.

 

Do you buy properties in any location?

We operate throughout the UK. So wherever you are, from Lands End to John O’Groats, we are on hand to help.

 

Do you purchase ‘buy to let’ properties?

If you’ve bought a property as an investment and now wish to sell, we will be happy to offer you a fast sale with no fuss and no delay. Furthermore, we can work with you to organise a flexible financing package that may allow you to achieve greater returns on your investment than you would receive using an estate agent.

 

What if there are tenants in my property?

Tenants are no obstruction to a quick sale. We will take care of all the necessary legal, administrative and financial considerations that arise when tenants are present.

 

Can you help me?

You can contact us at any time via this website or by calling our helpful and knowledgeable staff on 0800 458 1305