Aside from our market leading 1% Sale Fee, we thought you may like to know why else you should choose Renown to sell your property or home over every other local estate agent.

• Market Leading 1% Sale Fee
• 10% Discount available for returning customers
• Free, No Obligation Market Valuations
• Unrivalled knowledge of the local property market
• Common sense, substantiated valuations
• Open 6 Days-a-Week (see our opening hours)
• Regulated, Registered & Licensed - Backed by professional memberships with;
  • The National Federation of Property Professionals (NFOPP)
  • The National Association of Estate Agents (NAEA)
  • The Property Ombudsman
• Longstanding, experienced staff with extensive knowledge of the local property market – we have over 100 years combined estate agency experience!
• Internet Advertising via our own and a number of leading property related websites:
  • Renown Estate Agents
  • Home-Sale Network
  • Net House Prices
  • Prime Location
  • Find A Property
  • Property Today
  • Fish 4 Homes
  • Property Live
  • Nestoria
  • Globrix
  • Zoomf
• Latest technology to include SMS text messaging, and emailing of property details
• Targeted Internet Advertising to:
  • Our eSearch Property Feed subscribers
  • Our fans & friends on Facebook
  • Our followers on Twitter
  • All of our Blog Readers
• Full Colour Property Particulars (including the option of floor plans)
• Energy Performance Certificates
• Independent Mortgage Advice
• Links to 700+ offices nationwide via the Home-Sale Network of independent estate agents
• Distinctive, recognisable 'For Sale' boards
• Quality photographs to enhance your property's appeal
• Guidance on how to best present your property to the market
• Constructive vendor feed back following viewings
• Convenient and centrally located office with ample parking
• Closely monitored sales progressing, resulting in a low fall-through rate

Renown is proud of its reputation of being experienced, knowledgeable and trusted.

We believe that our our expert local advice is unrivalled and that we are the best placed agent in the area to sell your property!

It's always nice to know what you're going to get for your money, especially when large sums are involved. So, with that in mind, we thought we'd explain exactly what we're going to do for you in exachange for our super-low, market leading 1% sale fee.

When it comes to selling your property, it is down to you to present your home as one that appeals to prospective buyers.

There are several small precautions you can take to ensure that the snapshot of your home that the potential buyer sees is one that entices them...

• Guide to: Preparing Your Property For Sale

  STEP 1: Repairs and Maintenance

  

  In order to sell your property for the best price possible, your home must be presented in as unblemished a condition as possible.

  • Finish off any small DIY jobs you've been putting off
  • A well-kept garden, pathway & fence are immediately appealing
  • A regular lick of paint will keep a property looking good and keep deterioration at bay
  • Update the kitchen:
    • If the units are looking tired, simply replace or paint/varnish the doors. This will be much cheaper than buying an entire new kitchen!
    • If the units are in fairly good condition and only look dated, just replace the doorknobs, handles and taps. Another economical trick is to fit good, solid worktops to existing units.
  • Water can cause major problems in unwanted places:
    • Check your roof and guttering
    • Replace broken tiles
    • It's worth casting an eye over the drains too. A drain cleared before a blockage occurs is easier on the nose and the wallet!
    • Before any larger renovations are undertaken, it is worth calculating the maximum potential value of your property.
      
      For instance, it is senseless to spend £20,000 on property improvements just to add £10,000 on to the sale price. Research through property papers and liaise with us to work out asking prices for similar properties in your area, and
      those which may have your proposed improvements
      already applied.

  STEP 2: Look and Feel

  When selling your property a lot can be achieved by transforming the personal aspects of your home. The potential buyer wants to envisage them and their family living in the property. So create a warm and positive atmosphere to your home to help them along with the process.

  Several tips to help you do this include:

  • Paint the Walls - a pale, plain shade maximises the feeling of light and space and enables buyers to imagine their possessions in the property. Research shows that most buyers prefer natural, earthy colours to bright, bold shades. Although there's a wide range of paint colours available, magnolia is still the top-selling pick of the bunch!
  • To prevent rooms looking too bland - use strong colours for accent walls or cushions and accessories.
  • De-personalise your rooms - by removing personal items such as family photographs and children's drawings which may distract potential buyers. Buyers should be looking at the property, not the owner's possessions. Removing clutter makes it easier for buyers to imagine their own belongings in a room.
  • Plant pots can provide colour in your garden - if you don't have the time to fill your own, you can always get some ready-made.
  • Flowers and a bowl of fruit will brighten up a room and provide a pleasant smell.
  • Organise rooms - a property will be more appealing if rooms have a specific purpose and this allows buyers to see the full potential of the property.
  • Revitalise a bathroom - with a green leafy plant, new taps, a shower curtain and a light pull. All these items can be picked up cheaply from DIY warehouses.
  • Coloured bathroom suites are out - old-fashioned white however, is back in vogue! If you've got an avocado or pink bathroom, consider investing in a white suite. It will add value to your property.
  • Restoring fireplaces and period features such as ceiling roses and cornices, can add thousands of pounds to a property. If you don't have a fireplace, a striking picture can work equally well. If you decide to install a fireplace, look for an original period grate and surround in reclamation yards to keep costs down.
• Guide to: Conducting Viewings

  STEP 1: First Impressions

  

  First impressions count and are very important. Here's a few tips on how to make the right first impression.

  • Avoid strong food odours - Don't cook food such as fish or curry before a viewing as the smell will linger.
  • The smell of freshly-baked bread or fresh coffee however is said to provide a welcoming feel to a home.
  • Ask friends or family to look after any pets during viewings
  • Try and make viewers feel comfortable. Offer them a coffee and ask them if they need any further information about bills or local amenities.
• Guide to: Offer & Negotiation

  Coming very soon.

• Guide to: Sale Agreed

  Coming very soon.

Renown prides itself on providing a quality & professional service.

You can view a random selection of testimonials below, or read through more seller testimonials on our blog.

If you’re looking for your new home or have found the right property, through our association with Carricks Financial Management, we can guide you to your ideal mortgage. Carrick’s tailored personal service is guaranteed to make your life easier.

As local, independent financial advisers, they can assist you in getting that all important mortgage approval. So if you need to know how much you can afford or which lenders are offering the best rates, Carricks can provide independent advice from the whole of the mortgage market ...unlike many estate agent advisers!

For more information, please visit: Carrick Financial Management.