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Marketing your property

Here is the section where we should be telling you that we advertise on websites, create brochures and drive around in branded cars. But we’re not going to. Most agents in the area will tell you that if you chose to call them.

The bottom line is you want to know that we’re going to get the best price for your property and make your transaction as smooth as possible. At Oliver Jaques, we operate very differently. More than half of our business comes from repeat business and recommendations so we can’t afford to get this wrong.

Advertising expertise sell

Advertising Expertise

We focus our marketing budget on advertising your property. This means we are able to advertise on more web portals than many other agents:

Yes, we’re on RightMove, OnTheMarket and GetAnAgent amongst others, but we’re also on Zoopla & PrimeLocation. You’ll even be able to find your property through the pages of the Evening Standard and Homes & Property websites.

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A team effort sell

A Team Effort

The real secret to our success is our people. The majority of our staff have been at Oliver Jaques for many years, in their current roles, in their current branches. This means they have become focal points in the community and clients have returned time after time and dealt with the same faces.

Our low staff turnover means that everyone is now a member of ARLA or NAEA. In addition, we are able to train all of our people thoroughly enough for them to know WHO will buy your property, WHY they will buy your property and HOW to effectively sell your property to them.

The Results Speak For Themselves

Throughout the past year, we sold 22% MORE of our available stock than our competitors, achieved on average 98.1% of asking price and completed a higher rate of sales than most agents nationally.

 

An Attentive Service

We don’t want to rule the world, but we do want to improve the reputation of our industry. By refusing to spread ourselves too thin, we have proven that we can deliver the best results for our clients year after year.

The Selling Process Explained

Do your own research on the value of your property. Rightmove and Zoopla have sold house prices and you can see what is currently being listed. Online valuation tools can also be useful but be aware there are many factors that an online tool alone can’t take into account.

Research the estate agents in the area, ask friends or family for advice and look at review sites such as AllAgents.co.uk. Finally ask an Estate Agent around to give you an accurate valuation and overview of their services.

Be cautious of going with the highest valuation or lowest sales fee. Different Agents will offer different services and you should find one that suits what you’re looking for. Ensure the agent lists on the major web portals: Rightmove, Zoopla, PrimeLocation and OnTheMarket, as losing one of those could potentially lose you 25% of your prospective buyers!

So you’ve chosen your Agent, now get ready for market. Declutter, tidy, maybe give the front door a lick of paint. Curb Appeal is more important than you realise, often the condition of the entrance hall is more important than the living room. The Agent should use professional photographers and floor-planners who should be able to give advice on presenting each room when they come around.

We accompany all viewings and you may feel you would rather leave us to it and not be in. We will show every aspect, quirk and selling point of your home and ensure the viewer has a positive feeling of your home.

Don’t be put off by negative feedback from the early viewings, remember if you have 20 viewings before we find a buyer, that means 19 people didn’t want to buy your house, but only the 20th one matters!

Once a buyer comes forward, we will negotiate on your behalf to get you the best price and also the best buyer. We ensure that any prospective buyer is fully vetted before an offer is put forward so you know they have the ability to proceed.

Once a sale price is agreed we will instruct the solicitors and the legal bit can start

Now it’s mostly time to sit back and let the professionals take over. Your buyer will arrange the Mortgage Valuation and any other surveys they require. At the same time, your solicitor will forward the Contract of Sale and Leasehold Pre-Assignment Pack (if applicable).

The buyers will review all the paperwork and may ask you to clarify some point if necessary. Once the buyers are ready they will look to agree a completion date with you and offer to exchange contracts.

Once the buyer is happy to proceed, they will offer to Exchange Contracts and transfer the deposit money. Be aware that once you exchange contracts the sale becomes legally binding; there’s no turning back now so make sure you are 100% happy to proceed.

Once contracts are exchanged, line up some removal quotes, inform the doctor, schools, your employer etc of your new address and start packing.

On the day of completion, your solicitor will inform you once they have received the balance. This is usually early afternoon. Make sure you are packed and ready to go to your new home.

If you are buying a related property then your solicitor will have made sure you have exchanged and completed on the same day, so you should now be able to go and pick up the keys to your new home, move in, unpack and buy a takeaway.

Hurrah, you made it – wasn’t that hard was it?!

Do your own research on the value of your property. Rightmove and Zoopla have sold house prices and you can see what is currently being listed. Online valuation tools can also be useful but be aware there are many factors that an online tool alone can’t take into account.

Research the estate agents in the area, ask friends or family for advice and look at review sites such as AllAgents.co.uk. Finally ask an Estate Agent around to give you an accurate valuation and overview of their services.

Be cautious of going with the highest valuation or lowest sales fee. Different Agents will offer different services and you should find one that suits what you’re looking for. Ensure the agent lists on the major web portals: Rightmove, Zoopla, PrimeLocation and OnTheMarket, as losing one of those could potentially lose you 25% of your prospective buyers!

So you’ve chosen your Agent, now get ready for market. Declutter, tidy, maybe give the front door a lick of paint. Curb Appeal is more important than you realise, often the condition of the entrance hall is more important than the living room. The Agent should use professional photographers and floor-planners who should be able to give advice on presenting each room when they come around.

We accompany all viewings and you may feel you would rather leave us to it and not be in. We will show every aspect, quirk and selling point of your home and ensure the viewer has a positive feeling of your home.

Don’t be put off by negative feedback from the early viewings, remember if you have 20 viewings before we find a buyer, that means 19 people didn’t want to buy your house, but only the 20th one matters!

Once a buyer comes forward, we will negotiate on your behalf to get you the best price and also the best buyer. We ensure that any prospective buyer is fully vetted before an offer is put forward so you know they have the ability to proceed.

Once a sale price is agreed we will instruct the solicitors and the legal bit can start

Now it’s mostly time to sit back and let the professionals take over. Your buyer will arrange the Mortgage Valuation and any other surveys they require. At the same time, your solicitor will forward the Contract of Sale and Leasehold Pre-Assignment Pack (if applicable).

The buyers will review all the paperwork and may ask you to clarify some point if necessary. Once the buyers are ready they will look to agree a completion date with you and offer to exchange contracts.

Once the buyer is happy to proceed, they will offer to Exchange Contracts and transfer the deposit money. Be aware that once you exchange contracts the sale becomes legally binding; there’s no turning back now so make sure you are 100% happy to proceed.

Once contracts are exchanged, line up some removal quotes, inform the doctor, schools, your employer etc of your new address and start packing.

On the day of completion, your solicitor will inform you once they have received the balance. This is usually early afternoon. Make sure you are packed and ready to go to your new home.

If you are buying a related property then your solicitor will have made sure you have exchanged and completed on the same day, so you should now be able to go and pick up the keys to your new home, move in, unpack and buy a takeaway.

Hurrah, you made it – wasn’t that hard was it?!

Matthew Searles

I have been dealing with Fahim & Serkan at your Bow Quarter depot. Both chaps have been exceptionally professional and super helpful. An absolute breeze to work with and fills you with confidence as a future landlord/agent. Thanks again guys. Really appreciate all your help.

Ben Wilson

I have just sold my flat through Oliver Jacques and I can’t recommend them highly enough. I always felt they were working for me and had my best interests in mind. Michael & his team have a wealth of knowledge and fortunately are there every step of the way to guide you through the process.

Darryn C

Had a great experience working with Steve and the team who managed the letting of my flat in the area.

Camille Audibert

Great service despite a long chain! Rosalie, Mike and the rest of the OJ team are very professional and supported us through the whole journey. Would recommend if you’re buying in the SE area. Camille & Laurence

Victoria Mayo

I used Oliver Jaques for both the full managing of the rental of my flat and then its sale. I’ve always had a very easy and smooth experience with them and would highly recommend them for either service. Rosalie, who managed the end-to-end of my sale, was super proactive and kept me well informed.

Rupert Hill

I’ve dealt with OJ for over 15 years – first as a tenant, then bought my house off them and recently used them to sell it. A thoroughly professional outlet offering a skilled sales team, and also good quality service chasing the sale through from offer to exchange. Highly recommended.

Sophie Weston

I have used OJs twice over the past couple of years as a buyer and then as a landlord who let my property. On both occasions I found them to be friendly and helpful and swiftly got the result I was looking for. They have managed my rental for nearly two years and I have no hesitation using them again once my tenants move out in the new year.

anna maria Cannizzaro

Highly recommended,Michael and the all team made our renting process easy and fast !

Gordon Elliot

Worked with Michael, Paul and Sam for the sale of our place and purchase of our new one. Super efficient, open and honest which is what you need and always responsive. Got us a good price and importantly a smooth sale. Would recommend and they hold good local knowledge. Thanks again team.

Emma May

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