Selling

Keeping the process simple

As a leading Sussex estate agent, Property Cafe has many years of experience and success in selling property with as little trouble to our clients as possible. We do all we can to ensure that the process goes smoothly and keep you informed of progress along the way.

Finding out your needs

A member of the Property Cafe team will visit you, by appointment, at your property to discuss your goals and priorities. To best understand your circumstances and objectives, we will ask several questions as there are many factors involved in selling a property.

Giving an honest and educated valuation

We will explain how we work and offer you our opinion on how to proceed to achieve the best result for you. This is based on our experience, knowledge of the market and recently sold properties, the local area and your circumstances. Usually, after the initial meeting, we will call you to inform you of the valuation we believe is correct for your property and the reasons for it. This valuation is included in a comprehensive sellers’ pack confirming all we have discussed. Any further questions you may have, we will be happy to answer.

Showing your property, at its best, to the world

At Property Cafe we pride ourselves on offering the highest quality photography that showcases every property at its very best. We will arrange for professional photographs to be taken; create a floor plan and write a detailed description; once you have approved the photos and text, we display the information in our prominent office window and on the Property Cafe website, along with other major property portal sites, including Rightmove and Zoopla, and Facebook and Twitter, to give your property the best exposure and coverage throughout the UK and abroad. The team will communicate with our registered buyers and search agents to make them aware of this exciting new instruction.

Our experienced sales team will be with you every step of the way, keeping you updated of all viewings, feedback and our progress.

Getting you the best deal

All offers that come via Property Cafe will be communicated to you by telephone as well as in writing by a member of the Property Cafe team. If an offer is not what you hoped for, Property Cafe will offer you honest advice and if necessary, will negotiate on your behalf to reach the best possible outcome.

Our dedicated team members work tirelessly to achieve your sale

Once an offer has been accepted, we will work with all parties to exchange and complete contracts as soon as possible. It is at this stage that the Property Cafe team communicate with the solicitors at all key points, while acting for both parties and dealing with any situations that may arise, in order to reach the desired goal. You can be assured that you will be in competent hands in dealing with all property matters and being represented by staff with exceptional experience in this industry.

OUR SALES PROCESS

WE ARE FOCUSED ON MAKING THINGS LOOK BEAUTIFUL... AND WORK FOR YOU

1. Free market and property appraisal

Our no-pressure "We will be with you every step of the way" approach makes it easier for people to communicate with us. Whether you require an initial valuation, an in-depth service discussion or are ready to sell we are at your service and happy to help.

2. Meet the team

When you are ready to sell, we take full details, such as measurements, descriptions and photographs allowing us to prepare your marketing material. Every member of our sales team will visit your property. Whilst in time this would happen anyway through viewing activity, how can the estate agent fully explain your property unless they have seen it for themselves? It also gives you a chance to meet the team.

3. First impressions count

By using professional equipment and skilled photography, we are sure to present your property in the best possible light and capture the key features that will appeal to your target audience.

4. Full-colour property brochures

Our colour property brochures highlight the best features of your property and provide buyers with information such as floor plans and EPC ratings. Plus there’s a chance for you to have your say about your property – nothing says it better than "a few words from the seller."

5. Shout it from the rooftops

Maximum exposure of your property is paramount. We want to reach as many potential buyers as possible. Time is allocated to contacting our extensive database of buyers and your property is uploaded to the major property websites, as well as our Facebook and Twitter accounts. A sale board will generate extra enquiries, which when coupled with our prominent office window displays provide for additional 24-hour marketing tools.

6. Keeping you informed

How many viewings have I had? What did people day about my property? When is my buyer having their survey? Our philosophy is to provide answers before you need to ask the questions. Marketing updates, continual feedback and real-time sales progression updates through.