Name: Selling Property in Essex
Brand: Beresfords
Rating: 4.9 (988 reviews)

As the largest family-owned independent Estate Agent in the Essex area we know what works in the current marketplace and we are confident in our ability to present your home in it's very best light, making sure it stands out and attracts the right buyers for you.

Moving house is likely to be one of the most complex and expensive decisions you will ever make. At Beresfords, we aim to make this experience as seamless and stress-free as possible with our local expertise.

Our local Essex agents are here for you whenever you’re ready to move forward and sell your home. From our premium marketing products to our in-house mortgage and survey services, selling your home has never been simpler.

At Beresfords, it’s all under one roof so you can rely on us to help you move forward.

"Our aim at Beresfords is to help develop great people that deliver an exceptional level of customer service to each and every client."

Paul Beresford, CEO

Experience & Excellence

With more than 55 years of experience in the industry Beresfords boasts an extensive network of 17 branches, covering the Essex and Greater London area. With comprehensive knowledge of local markets, our dedicated sales teams will work on your behalf to achieve the best price for your property.

Discover some of the ways that we

support our clients in selling their homes

Tailored Marketing Services

Marketing is a key part of our service, ensuring that our clients’ properties stand out from the rest and reach the widest exposure possible. Our award-winning in-house marketing team utilises tried-and-tested advertising practices tailored to your individual needs.

Property details and professional photography

We take great pride in the quality of our marketing material and produce bespoke property brochures to suit both the needs of our clients and their properties.

Beresfords professional photography team are able to showcase your property with stunning imagery. We also include drone photography and video tour which offers a feel for not only the property but also the surrounding area. The tour gives prospective buyers a first-hand look and view of the property from the comfort of their own home.

Digital Marketing

Our multi-award winning marketing, advertising and PR campaigns provide an integrated message, with new content appearing across a variety of media platforms on a weekly basis.

Facebook & Instagram are also our preferred means of communication and to utilise this avenue our latest properties are featured alongside company and charitable news. Our success with this continues to grow.

With a database of over 120,000 people we are able to target a large audience showcasing our properties currently available. Our data is also segmented for dedicated property mail outs to potential purchasers.

Publications

Beresfords produce and are involved in a number of leading industry publications, all are carefully targeted to the needs of our clients.

Essex Homes & Style – a lifestyle and property magazine filled with contemporary articles and the finest homes from across the region from Beresfords. Targeted specifically at high-net-worth individuals and distributed to over 10,000 G&H tax band properties throughout the South East.

Beresfords Magazine – this is our largest publication which is distributed to our entire database throughout Essex and into Greater London. Dedicated space within the magazine is allocated to properties across the region.

The above magazines complement our extensive marketing within local, regional and national publications including newspapers and magazines.

Online

Our clients will see their properties promoted on various leading property portals including Rightmove, Zoopla and On The Market as well as our own website which generates up to 50,000 unique visitors every month.

If you would like to find out more about the service we provide here at Beresfords, then why not explore what our previous and current customers have to say about us below.

"Excellent service, very professional and great communication throughout the selling process. Couldn't fault them. 10/10 would definitely use Beresfords again! Thank you."

L Perry, 18th January 2022

"What a pleasure to deal with such a friendly and responsive Estate Agents Nothing was too much trouble and I would highly recommend them as an Estate Agent to anyone looking to buy or sell."

Gill, 21st September 2023

"Great service. Can't fault them. Always informed when appointments were and followed up with comments from viewers. Always polite and very helpful through the whole process."

Geraldine, 22nd March 2024

"A first rate friendly, professional and efficient service from start to finish! With Steven's knowledge of the local market, the house was valued at exactly the right price to attract buyers and was sold subject to contract within 3 days. Ben replied to any queries we had immediately and kept us."

Maureen, 22nd July 2023

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FAQs

Once you’ve decided to sell your house, what’s next? There is a lot to think about and it’s likely you’ll have several questions. As experienced estate agents, we’re here to help and have put together a list of our FAQs to get you started.

What is the procedure for selling a house Essex?

1. Think about mortgages (if you’re buying as well)
2. Prepare your property for sale
3. Choose an estate agent
4. Get a valuation and set your asking price
5. Hire a solicitor or conveyancer
6. Answer buyers’ questions
7. Accept an offer
8. Exchange contracts
9. Complete the sale
10. Settle your bills with your solicitor, estate agent, removals company etc.

Do I need an estate agent to sell my property?

Technically, you don’t need an estate agent in order to sell your home. However, managing the process can be time consuming and stressful. Most sellers opt to use a reputable agent as they are best placed to market your property and negotiate the best price possible on your behalf. They are also there to help guide you through the process of selling and answer any questions you may have.

How will I know if I’ve had an offer?

We are legally obliged to inform you of any offers and will let you know by phone and in writing/email. We can then negotiate on your behalf or inform a buyer you’d like to accept their offer.

Do I need a conveyancer or property solicitor?

Technically no but it’s extremely difficult to manage a property transaction without legal help.
Appointing a solicitor or licensed conveyancer ensures the transaction runs smoothly and meets all legal requirements.

How do I advertise my house?

All estate agents are different but we will advertise your house via numerous channels including:

- Ourselves
- Rightmove
- On The Market
- Facebook
- Instagram
- LinkedIn
- Zoopla

What if prospective buyers have questions about my property?

Serious buyers often want to know details such as boundaries, planning permissions, or running costs. You’ll complete standard property questionnaires, and we’ll be available to answer queries and provide updates.

What costs are involved with selling a home?

When selling a home, there are a few key costs to consider, including
- Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) for the property (this is a legal requirement)
- Estate agent fees
- Conveyancing/solicitor fees/searches
- Removals fees

How long does it take to sell a house?

This varies a lot. It depends on many variables including the local property market and the buyer’s and seller’s circumstances. However, once you’ve accepted an offer, the average time to then complete is anything from 11 weeks to six months. Some sales (especially cash or no chain) can be quicker.

Do I need to take pictures/draw floorplans?

No. At Beresfords, we will arrange for professional photographs of your property and create floor plans on your behalf.

Do I have to pay stamp duty when I sell?

No. As the seller, you do not pay stamp duty on the property you are selling. This tax on property transactions is paid by the buyer. (If you are also buying a property, you will be responsible for the stamp duty on that property.)

Is there a difference between exchange and completion?

- The moment of ‘exchange’ is when you exchange contracts with the buyer. From that moment you are both in a legally binding agreement to sell/buy the property.

- ‘Completion’ is when your solicitor receives the money for the property, the keys are physically handed over to the new owners and they are then responsible for the house. You move out and they can move in.

What happens at the point of completion?

The solicitors for both parties carry out final checks and their solicitor will transfer money for house to your solicitor. Once this happens, your solicitor will confirm completion and instruct your estate agent to hand over the keys to the buyer. The new owners assume legal responsibility for the house and can physically move in.

Do I have to move out on completion day?

Yes. On completion day ownership of the house legally transfers from you to the buyer. It’s no longer yours and you must move out on or before that day.

What is a chain?

Chains are very common in property transactions. It is when a group of properties’ sales depend on one another. I.e. a buyer can’t buy until they’ve sold their house to someone who needs to sell their own house and so on. If one sale in the chain falls through, nobody in the chain can move.

Where can I ask more questions?

Hopefully these FAQs have answered many of your questions about selling a house. If you’re unsure of anything or would like more information, talk to your estate agent who will be happy to help. They’ve gone through this process countless times and will be able to talk you through the whole process.

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