or you are selling a property and want to use an estate agent , you will usually sign a contract and have to pay a fee. There Are many Estate Agents in the country and in all areas

Finding the right estate agent to sell your property

Things to Look for

Valuations Anyone can give a high valuation figure, but actually obtaining it is another matter. Ascertain if the figure is a result of experience and knowledge of the area, or whether you're being told what you want to hear. If you're unsure, ask to see comparisons of previous sales in the area that have been passed by a mortgage surveyor.

Fees Negotiating a low fee with an agent may prove to be a false economy, because it won't necessarily generate the high levels of enthusiasm needed to get the best result. Remember, estate agents work for money, so why not create an incentive to benefit both parties? A full asking price deserves a full fee but you might want to agree a downward sliding scale if offers fall below it.

Contracts Be careful when authorising an agent. Read the contract small print carefully, as you may find yourself signed up and legally bound for a long period of time. If this is the case, in the event of poor service, you will not be able to go elsewhere, unless of course you're prepared to fork out two fees. If you're not, insist on a time period of your choice. Month to month or even week to week if you can get away with it!

Multiple agents? You want to get as many people as possible to know that your property is on the market. This could mean using internet estate agents or at least more than one agent. If you decide to use multiple agents, check the small print on their contracts. They may insist on 'sole agency', which means that even if you sell your home privately or through another agent, you'll still be charged a commission fee.

When you Have Sold your property you will ne a Conveyancing process / Solicitor information