Ask Michael Poole
We have included the answers to some of the questions we are regularly asked by customers. If you have a question that is not delt with by the answers below, please submit your question and we will try to answer your query as soon as possible.
Questions and answers (click for answers):
- Why do I see such a large variation on fees advertised by Estate Agents?
- I have been told I need an EPC when marketing my property for sale. What is it?
- What services do you provide?
Q: Why do I see such a large variation on fees advertised by Estate Agents?
A: The answer to this is quite simple – you get what you pay for! Estate Agencies operate as any other businesses do, and need to ensure they are profitable in order to survive. Any agency offering substantially lower fees will inevitably have to cut back on customer service and marketing. Don’t always be influenced by the actual sales fee before instructing an estate agent. Clearly you need to investigate what services are provided together with the calibre of staff that you will be entrusting to sell your home.
Q: I have been told I need an EPC when marketing my property for sale. What is it?
A: An EPC is an Energy Performance Certificate and it is now a legal requirement for estate agents to ensure they have these in place within 28 days of commencing marketing a property. The costs of an EPC will vary but the norm is around £75.
I understand further legislation will change with regard to EPC’s in October this year.
Q: What services do you provide?
A: As one of Teesside’s leading Estate Agencies we can cater for the needs and requirements of buyers and sellers and landlords within the Teesside area. Our services include the sale and valuation of residential properties. We carry out property surveys, hold regular property auctions and provide mortgage advice. We are able to offer conveyancing services and even have a maintenance team able to refurbish and carry out routine maintenance to properties throughout the area. We don’t just sell houses – we offer all ancillary services to provide a “one stop” shop.
