Sell your home by auction?

For many homeowners, selling a property is a rare event – something that might only happen once or twice in a lifetime. This can make it challenging to determine which method of sale will deliver the best outcome. Selecting the right approach is crucial – it can mean the difference between a quick and efficient sale, or months of stress with no result. If you’re thinking about selling at auction, we can help you assess whether this method is the right fit for your property and personal situation.

Any property can be sold at auction. In fact some properties achieve higher sale prices at auction compared to selling through an estate agent, for example unmodernised homes or properties with potential for development always generate a high level of demand and benefit from the competitive bidding environment that auction offers. Our quick auction sale guide explains the seven stages to consider when selling your property at auction. Read more…

Benefits of an auction sale

Transparent & competitive bidding ensures the highest final sale price, as multiple buyers compete to purchase your property at auction. And the sale is final! Unlike an estate agency sale where everything’s subject to contract, or the buyer changing their mind. Read more…

When selling a property at auction, the total lead time from initial consultation with the auctioneer to completion of sale is around 8 weeks. That’s 4+ weeks in the run up to the auction and 3 to 4 weeks from auction day until completion. We’ve provided a timeline showing the procedure counting down to, and the period following auction, which can be useful as a checklist.

Auction sale tips

The process for selling a property at auction is straightforward. But to achieve the best result at auction, preparation is key. Take a look at our tips and advice how to prepare for a successful auction sale and ensure you achieve the best price on auction day. Read more…