Your Guide To Selling With Hardisty In Yorkshire
Selling your home can feel daunting, but with the right support and preparation, the journey becomes much smoother. At Hardisty, we’re your local team - here to guide you every step of the way. With our experience and commitment, we’ll help make the process as straightforward and successful as possible. By following the simple steps below and working together, we’ll set you on the right path and support you through each stage.
Firstly, consider your mortgage options. If you’re looking to sell your property and buy another, it’s essential to speak to a mortgage advisor early on, as they will guide you through the process and help determine what you can afford. Having a Mortgage in Principle (MIP) makes your offers more appealing to sellers and their agents, also putting you in a strong position when negotiating price.
Next up is staging your property for sale, because first impressions really do count. Take some time to tackle any maintenance issues, tidy up your space and boost your curb appeal to help your home stand out. Once you're ready, choosing the right estate agent makes all the difference. At Hardisty, our approachable local team is here to guide you through the process, offering honest advice and dedicated support every step of the way.
Get started with a valuation to guide you on a price. Alternatively, speak to one of our expert agents for a face-to-face valuation, which offers a more personalised appointment, or use our instant valuation tool online, which gives you an estimation within minutes.
Once your property is on the market (or if you're using our private sales service), it’s time to appoint a conveyancing solicitor to handle the legal side of things. This part is separate from your estate agent, but we work closely with a trusted panel of solicitors we’re happy to recommend. That way, you can feel confident knowing you're in safe hands from start to finish.
Be prepared to answer any questions or provide any necessary information that may come up for serious buyers. Offers will start to come through and our team will let you know of all and if you’re happy with your offer, you can accept and proceed. However, if you want to negotiate let us know and we will handle the conversation.
At the exchange of contracts, both parties agree on key details, including the completion timeline (usually between 7 and 28 days after exchange), the fixtures and fittings to be included in the sale and any adjustments based on the buyer’s survey. The buyer will also pay a deposit at this stage and from here, both sides are legally committed to the sale. If either party pulls out without a valid reason, there could be legal consequences - so it’s an essential milestone in the process.
Completion day is when everything becomes official, the ownership of your property transfers to the buyer. On this day, you’ll vacate the home, funds will be transferred, the deeds handed over and the buyer receives the keys. If you have an outstanding mortgage, your solicitor will arrange for it to be paid off using the proceeds from the sale. You’ll also receive final invoices from both your solicitor and estate agent. If you're buying a new property at the same time, your solicitor can coordinate the payments, including any stamp duty if it applies, to help everything run smoothly.
At Hardisty, we’re here to make your selling journey as smooth as possible. By following these steps and working with our experienced team, we’ll help guide you every step of the way. If you have any questions or need a bit of extra support, feel free to pop into one of our local branches or get in touch, we’re always happy to help.
