House sales and advice FAQ

Welcome to the recently re-developed g2b ,Green 2 blue specialise in providing property information and offering guides to help you when searching for a new house to tips to moving in

As the house selling and buying process is often fraught with delays and problems, the greatest service g2b can provide is the information and advice to make sure that any property transition progresses seamlessly, meaning you know all the ins and outs of the p[roperty market, everything from negotiating a price to choosing the ideal house.

15 things that an estate agent should offer a buyer interested in either buying or selling a property

1. To be a professional, personal and yet have a considered approach to planning your move.
2. They are a specialist in the area your considering, with local knowledge.
3. Free market valuations that are realistic with specific information about the local market.
4. No up-front cost to you of HIPs and Energy Performance Certificate.
5. Competitive fixed fees agreed at outset.
6. Make sure there are NO No hidden costs and reassurance of 'No Sale - No Fee' guarantee.
7. Ideally a Transparent or similar ‘WHICH’ Contract with one week’s notice period.
8. Make sure your estate agent isn't solely driven by monthly sales targets or comission.
9. Always contactable on a phone, email and by appointment.
10. Updates on progress to limit or avoid any confusion or delay.
11. Accompanied or unaccompanied viewings dependant on you.
12. No tie-ins with mortgage brokers, surveyors or solicitors, meaning no hidden pressure.
13. Maximum advertising opportunities property web portals e.g. Rightmove.co.uk and press.
14. A Fully detailed guide to the property including:
    1. A map of the whole area, map of the village and local site plan.
    2. Directions how to find the property.
    3. General description of the property.
    4. Detailed room descriptions & measurements.
    5. Floor plans of the house.
    6. square footage of the property and compass orientation.
    7. Professional quality video virtual tour.
    8. High quality glossy brochure of the property and garden.
15. They are a Member of the Estate Agents Ombudsman Scheme & Office of Fair Trading.