Sell your house quick to secure your place in the sun
01-Dec-2007
As property prices rise in the UK, more people are looking for bargains in Europe or further afield. From France and Spain to Florida and Barbados, UK buyers are snapping up villas and apartments to use for holidays, spend several months in over the winter, or retire to permanently. It's a competitive market though, and you may need to sell your house quick in order to put down a deposit on your dream home.
Getting in at the right time
Many people buying property abroad buy off-plan. This is where you secure your place in a new development. You will need to pay a deposit, and then be ready to pay the full amount as agreed by the developers – usually when the property is completed. If you don't have the funds to pay the balance, you may lose both the property and your deposit. If you're buying an existing property, you need to be sure that you're aware of the local property laws, so that you can put in an offer. Again, you will need to be able to demonstrate that you have the full price, so that you can pay when the sale is complete.
Getting out at the right time
If you need to sell your house quickly in order to raise the money you need for your new home abroad, think about whether you need an alternative to the traditional estate agent sale. Whilst an agent may be able to market your home at the top market value, there's no guarantee that you'll get your sale in time to secure your new home. If you're under time pressure, why not consider selling directly to a property company? Your sale is guaranteed, you'll know exactly what price you're getting, and you can set a timescale that suits you. It's a straightforward process that puts you firmly in charge of your sale.
Quick Direct Sale has been established to help you to sell your house quick. With no additional fees and a contribution towards your legal fees, we offer a fast, friendly service, and the ideal way to sell your house – no matter what your circumstances. We use surveyors from the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors and we don't put any pressure on you to sell. If you'd like to learn more, call our 24 hour phone line on 0800 1956 584 or email info@quick-direct-sale.co.uk.