Although things are looking up, and we are on our way out of lockdown and back to some normality, there are still some do’s and don’ts of selling property in a pandemic. If you’re an estate agent or a homeowner looking to move up the property ladder, you should take note of the following top tips on how you should approach property sales moving forward after the pandemic.
Is It a Good Time to Sell?
Studies show that now could be an excellent time to sell property! With the Stamp Duty Holiday coming to an end and buyers still rushing to secure homes during the tax break, demand is high, pushing house prices. As long as you follow these handy do’s and don’ts, you could be in a strong position to sell the property as we come out of the pandemic.
Do Your Research
Make sure you’re up to scratch with your legal responsibilities as a landlord. Guidelines and regulations are changing all the time, so doing your research and keeping a record of your responsibilities allows you to make the appropriate decisions when selling your property. This could involve anything from how you conduct your viewings, sign contracts, moving dates and hygiene guidelines.
Don’t Ignore COVID Regulations
This is an obvious one, but when meeting with potential buyers, ensure to follow all current COVID regulations. Your client wants to know they can trust you. Ensuring that you are up to date with what’s allowed and what isn’t saves you from any legal repercussions, protects everybody’s health and saves your reputation from any damage.
Do Show That You Are Aware of the Current Crisis
Implement the appropriate regulations throughout your offices and properties or advertise your safety regulations consistently across your website or social media. This ensures that you show awareness of the current situation, building trust with your clients, and is best practice when selling property in a pandemic.
Don’t Miss out on Online Opportunities
We have seen a massive surge in companies making the most of their online presence in the wake of the pandemic and worldwide lockdowns. In other words, everything has moved online. If you’re not utilising social media and your web presence, you should consider giving this a bit of time. This means adjusting your services quickly and efficiently to keep up with the current guidelines and testing how you can further develop your marketing or online strategies.
Keep on Top of Cleanliness
It’s all well and good sticking to guidelines and regulations when selling, but if your cleanliness and hygiene throughout your property and offices are not up to scratch, it doesn’t look good for your business. Staying on top of cleanliness is vital when selling property in a pandemic.
Don’t Expect It to Be Smooth Sailing
Selling a property in a pandemic can come with its problems. Estate agents may be facing new challenges with property chains, finances, and legal guidelines changing constantly. Keeping up with what’s going on in the world of the pandemic and how that impacts your business is a smart move. Be prepared for anything.
If You Get Stuck
As we’ve mentioned, selling property in a pandemic is not always going to be smooth sailing. If issues such as property chain problems do arise, there are services available to help you out. Schemes such as HBB Solutions’ Property Chain Repair Service can stop the loss of a sale even if there’s a break in the chain. Take a look today and prepare for every eventuality of selling your property in a pandemic.
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