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Your selling journey at a glance ChecklistChecklist Your selling journey at a glance
Your selling journey at a glance ChecklistStage 1 Before the property goes on the market Is it the right time to sell? Check local market activity using PropCast Consult a surveyor for independent advice Review personal timing and readiness to move Are you ready to sell? Calculate expected selling costs (legal, valuation, taxes) Check mortgage details (porting, repayment fees) Estimate total selling and moving budget Is your property photo-ready? Declutter and depersonalise each room Deep clean interior and exterior professionally Refresh paintwork, garden, and kerb appeal Repair minor issues (fixtures, fittings, woodwork, etc.) Mow lawns, clean front door, fix fences The Four Fs: functionality, feel, focus, faith Ensure each room has a clear purpose Create a clean, atmospheric, well-lit feel Add a statement piece or WOW factor Keep décor and displays neutral Please use these next three pages to tick off each step as you progress through your selling journey. 2 Help to sell: Your step-by-step eGuide
Your selling journey at a glance ChecklistTake photos and create a floor plan Take 100+ photos, choose 10–20 best shots Select one “WOW” image for the advert Avoid distorting lenses or misleading angles Upload floor plan sketch for professional version Energy performance certificate & safety Find or order updated EPC certificate Install smoke and carbon monoxide alarms Optional: gas safety and EICR checks Collect compliance certificates (gas, electrical, boiler, etc.) Other documentation Obtain a pre-sale property survey (recommended) Collect title deeds and proof of ownership Prepare TA6, TA7, and TA10 forms Gather guarantees, installation docs, warranties, planning permissions Compile proof of ID and address List utilities, service providers, and council details Value your property Obtain a professional RICS surveyor valuation Cross-check online tools: REalyse, PropertyChecker, Land Registry Compare with similar local properties Decide a marketing price Decide an acceptable price Decide a quick sale price (if needed)
Your selling journey at a glance ChecklistInstruct a conveyancer now Appoint conveyancer before listing Complete legal property pack early Provide all required documents Avoid holidays during transaction process Write an excellent and authentic advert Write clear, honest, buyer-focused description Highlight key features, benefits, and upgrades Use your best photo as the lead image Include floor plan and EPC rating Proofread and get a second opinion Stage 2 The property is ready to go on the market Advertise locally first (Nextdoor app, Facebook and community pages, word of mouth) List online through Beat The Property Agent portal Use social media reels or short videos for promotion Set a date for an open day weekend and host viewings confidently Collect and respond to buyer feedback Stage 3 The property has sold Confirm sale and instruct conveyancer to proceed Respond quickly to enquiries and document requests Arrange removals and change-of-address notifications Transfer utilities and services Celebrate your successful independent sale
Your selling journey at a glance ChecklistThank you for choosing Beat The Property Agent to help you with your property selling journey. We hope you have found this eGuide simple and easy to follow. We hope you achieve success with it. Please recommend us to your friends, family, and work colleagues! To send us any feedback, please email us at: hello@beatthepropertyagent.com And if you have any further questions about anything within this document, please do not hesitate to get in touch. We will be more than happy to help guide you further, and we are always open to hearing your thoughts, so we can continue to provide you with the best service and support possible. Yours sincerely, Jen Elliott Founder & CEO Beat The Property Agent 07737 185 374 jen@beatthepropertyagent.com www.beatthepropertyagent.com Thank you