I sat down with estate agency pro Julia Bartsch…

In this market, great photos and videos are essential to attract buyers online, Julia says. Go pro to showcase your home's features—skip the iPhone pics!

Also, be real about pricing.

Some agents may tell you what you want to hear to get your listing, but that won't help you sell.

Julia keeps it straight, evaluating market data to set the right price.

Sure, we all want top dollar, but overpricing turns off buyers.

Here's what I love: Julia treats potential buyers just as well as sellers.

She takes time to find the right match, knowing happy buyers become future clients down the road.

Her honest, relationship-focused approach has earned tons of referrals in a competitive area.

The bottom line?

Find an agent who puts service over speed.

Julia takes the time to prep listings and counsel sellers through realistic expectations.

That mindset leads to smoother sales in the long run.

In other words…

Be wary of agents who simply tell you what you want to hear about your home's value in order to win your business.

The right agent will level with you about pricing based on market data, recognising that overpricing often leads to homes sitting unsold which Julia is not prepared to do.

Julia Bartsch, Greenhill Estates

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 07810114561

Social: @greenhillestates

Address:

Greenhill Estates

28 Castle Street

Hertford, Hertfordshire

SG14 1HH

Rob Wells discusses best practices for estate agents to effectively communicate with and market properties for sellers.

Rob emphasises being transparent about pricing and managing sellers' expectations.

He advises doing due diligence like property searches upfront to prepare for a quick sale.

Rob stresses the importance of constant communication with all parties throughout the sale process to keep things moving smoothly.

He notes that marketing should focus on attracting the best buyers by positioning the property highlighting the need for empathy when working with sellers to get their property sold.

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In my latest podcast interview, London estate agent Meghan Eighteen of Location Location shared her perspective on what really maximizes a home's value when it comes time to sell. 

When asked what the one thing is that truly maximizes a home's sale price, Megan's response cut through the usual tips of painting the front door yellow or baking bread. 

"In reality, I think we all know that the true value of a property, aside from the obvious things like presentation, is the estate agent," she stated. 

Megan explained that a subpar estate agent simply won't be able to get top dollar for your home. She pointed to past statistics showing that homes sold by primarily online agencies like Purplebricks sold for less on average than those sold by traditional high street estate agents. 

"If you've got the right agent, your property will achieve the right price," she summarised.

But what makes the "right" agent?

For Megan, deep knowledge of and connections in the local area are key.

She emphasised that her agency focuses on harnessing intimate understanding of the neighbourhoods they work in, from knowing all the nearby schools, shops, and restaurants to involvement in community events.

This hyper-local expertise and network allows them to accurately set list prices based on granular area appetite while matching sellers with truly interested buyers. 

So for those looking to maximise their sale price, Megan's evidence based advice is clear...

...do your homework to find an agent with their finger on the pulse of your specific neighbourhood and community.

This intimate and truthful local insight could mean thousands more in your pocket...

But just as equally...

Hire wrong...

That'll cost you thousands...

Contact Megan 07780 333 343

Email: [email protected]

Instagram: @lettingsinanutshell 

TikTok: @lettingsinanutshell

LinkedIn: Megan Eighteen

Business Address: 18 Stoke Newington Church St, London N16 0LU

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Experienced UK estate agent Chris Buckler shares how the best agents work - with care, not just to hit targets.

He explains what the industry needs to do better: proper sales and marketing training, more small biz support, and a personalised approach.

Chris said that the one thing that truly maximizes the value of someone's home when they go to sell is the agent and emphasised that a world-class agent who truly knows what they're doing can increase sale prices by 3-5% on average compared to an average agent.

Chris Buckler

07773 184 056

The Estate Agency

Simon Gates shares how agents can leverage valuation accuracy rates, market statistics, and completion track records to justify higher asking fee's and selling more homes.

Simon emphasises the importance of agents knowing their data and statistics to maximise the sale price for clients.

This includes accuracy rates for valuations, days on market, and most crucially completion rates.

He provides compelling examples of using data to justify higher asking prices and fees and argues agents should educate sellers on the likelihood of actually selling, not just initial valuations. 

He also stresses truly understanding buyer demand in an area, having insight into what nearby properties have sold for, and conveying market conditions accurately.

[email protected]

https://linktr.ee/Gatesy91

07834376959

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“So what is the one thing that truly maximises the value of someones home when they go to sell their property…?”

In this insightful interview, experienced UK estate agent Ben Madden shares straight-talking advice for homeowners looking to sell their property and get top dollar.

He cautions sellers not to simply go with the flashiest or most familiar agency in town.

Instead, Ben urges conducting thorough research to find the agent who will work hardest and smartest specifically for your home.

He reveals his tips for tracking local agents' time-on-market statistics, offer ratios, and pricing strategies.

"Choosing the right agent is like interviewing a wedding planner." Ben explains - in other words, take the time to find someone who will fight fiercely for your best interests. 

He argues that agents must justify their value and approach each home as the unique asset it is.

With so much on the line, sellers shouldn't just choose the cheapest option without vetting.

Ben makes the case that the agent who puts in the work to truly understand your neighbourhood and housing nuances will get you the ideal buyer at the maximum price.

Ben's Contact Details

Email: [email protected]

Social Media Handles:

• LinkedIn: Ben Madden
• Instagram: thatbenmadden

Mobile Number: +44 7957 203003

"The way to get the maximum value for your house, Mrs. Jones, is to find the one buyer that will pay the maximum price for you, because I'll find you ten buyers that want to buy your home. And one of those buyers will pay more than the other nine. So how do we find them?"

He argues focusing too much on market conditions and value estimates can cause sellers to miss opportunities that actually match their goals and needs. The strategy should be tailored to each seller to determine the best approach, timing, potential upgrades etc. to attract the ideal buyer for that home, not fixated on highest list price.

Key takeaways:

• Don't become obsessed with market value fluctuations and forecasts
• Focus on your personal goals and needs from the move
• Work with an agent on a customized strategy to find the one buyer who will pay top dollar for your specific property...

Rowan Waller works for College and County estate agents in Oxford. You can reach him at [email protected].

Socials: Instagram @thepropertywaller

Mob: 07982632733

Investing in high-quality professional photos and videos can dramatically increase the value of a property's sale price nd I couldn't agree more!

In this podcast, he shares examples of properties selling for significantly more with better marketing materials...

Good visual media creates connections and helps buyers envision themselves living in a home and creates an emotional investment and Michael says, great photography inspires more interest, bids, and higher offers vs. bad or cheap photos which the opposite effect.

Pricing Strategy and Presentation

Michael also outlines the 3Ps - Price, Presentation, Promotion.

On pricing, he suggests having a strategy rather than an arbitrary number.

On presentation...

...photos, videos, floorplans are key.

He also argues an agent's attitude and empathy for the seller are critical.

Do they care about more than just making a sale? 

Michael's Contact Details Below

[email protected]

Tel No: 07828 630 194

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@michaelbaileyestateagent

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaelbaileyestateagent/

Selling a home can feel overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be.

Renowned property expert Christopher Watkin simplifies the process in this interview, providing golden nuggets of advice to maximise your home's value.

With over 20 years experience empowering buyers and sellers, Watkin cracks the code on what really counts when preparing your property to shine.

From the power of professional photos to secrets behind strategic home staging, his sage wisdom helps you capitalize on often overlooked details that translate to serious value.

If you want to master the art of showcasing your home in its best light while sailing smoothly through the sales process, don't miss this game-changing conversation.

Watkin brings a wealth of insider tips to illuminate the path to selling success.

"I don't want to take over Sheffield...!" said my next guest Linda Stringer MNAEA "Just one problem." I replied, "Winning instructions and closing deals at the rate you're going, I don't think you've got a choice..." The flavour through social media Linda is bringing to this industry is designed to attract the right type of client for her.  Built in to her offer to sell someone's home, is authority...! 

Said differently, sellers are gaining a large following of buyers who trust her in an otherwise negative reputation industry...

In other words...

Gold. 

Linda believes social media is key to maximizing a home's value when selling.

By building an audience and community online, she is able to get her listings seen by more potential buyers.

She shares that 8 of her recent sales came directly from her Facebook and Instagram marketing.

Linda also believes creating video content and showing personality helps build trust and makes sellers want to work with her.

She started posting videos despite initial hesitation and nerves on camera.

Now she receives feedback that her authenticity makes clients choose her over bigger firms. 

Linda Stringer Individual Estate Agent

Email: [email protected]

Social Media:

Instagram: @linda.stringer.agent

TikTok: @lindastringeragent

Facebook: Linda Stringer Individual Estate Agent

Mobile Number: 07920097175

Please feel free to reach out to Linda via email or over social media. You can also contact her directly on her mobile number provided. She would be happy to help you with any real estate needs!

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