Seller Toolkit • 15 Essential Questions

Estate Agent Valuation Checklist for Cwmbran Sellers

When inviting estate agents to value your home in Cwmbran, use this interactive checklist to vet their local expertise, fee transparency, and sales progression capabilities.

Pro Tip: We recommend inviting 3 different estate agents to value your home. Tick off each question as you interview each prospective agent to make an informed comparison.

1. Pricing & Local Evidence

1. What recent Land Registry sold prices justify your recommended asking price? Ensure they show you actual completed sale prices in your immediate neighbourhood, not just optimistic active asking prices on Rightmove.

2. What is the difference between your guide price and realistic expectation? Ask what minimum offer they realistically project your home will achieve in the current Torfaen market.

3. What strategy do you recommend if no offers arrive in the first 4 weeks? A good agent should have a proactive marketing review plan rather than immediately recommending a drastic price reduction.

2. Fees, VAT & Contract Terms

4. What is your exact fee, and is it quoted inclusive of 20% VAT? Legally, agents must quote VAT-inclusive percentages. Verify the exact cash amount payable based on the agreed asking price.

5. How long is your sole agency tie-in period? Aim for a contract tie-in of 6 to 12 weeks with a 14-day or 28-day written notice cancellation clause.

6. Are there any withdrawal fees or upfront marketing disbursements? Confirm that there are zero hidden administration or photographic charges if you decide to withdraw your property unsold.

3. Marketing & Portal Exposure

7. Which property portals will my property be listed on? Confirm listing on Rightmove, Zoopla, and PrimeLocation or OnTheMarket for maximum buyer reach.

8. Are professional photography, floorplans, and video tours included? Accurate 2D/3D floorplans are the most requested feature by serious online home searchers.

9. Do you have registered buyers actively seeking homes in my neighbourhood? Ask them to show recent enquiries from qualified buyers specifically seeking homes in your micro-location.

4. Viewings, Negotiation & Sales Progression

10. Do you accompany all viewings, including weekends and evenings? Professional agent-led viewings allow objective questioning and constructive negotiation.

11. How do you financially verify prospective buyers before accepting an offer? Ensure they verify mortgage Decisions in Principle (DIP), proof of cash deposit funds, and chain status.

12. Who specifically will progress my sale once an offer is accepted? Dedicated sales progression prevents chain collapse by maintaining constant contact with Torfaen conveyancers and surveyors.

13. Which independent Ombudsman redress scheme do you belong to? Must be registered with The Property Ombudsman (TPO) or Property Redress Scheme (PRS).

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