Your Property when Relocating or Emigrating

If you have landed your dream job and need to relocate, you need to decide what to do with your property. There are many choices; from selling up to renting out your property so you have an investment and something to come back to. If you do decide to sell there are two options. Firstly you can sell your property via an Estate Agent, secondly you could sell your home privately to a specialized company that will provide you with a quick sale. Here, we look at your options and help you decide what will be best for your own individual circumstances.

Option 1: Selling your home

If you are thinking, I need to sell house quickly, Nottingham companies exist who can help you. For some, an estate agent is the approach to take when selling their home and moving. Choose an Estate Agent that will do the best job possible in selling your home, and give you a realistic valuation is key. Do your research and choose an Estate Agent based on recommendations if possible. If you are unsure, ask several agents to give you a valuation and see who is the most enthusiastic, knowledgeable and friendly. Remember, if you like them so will potential buyers.

Remember to be prepared, because if you do choose to sell via an estate agent you must be aware that you could find yourself caught in an unstable property chain that could break down at the last hurdle and you may have to negotiate on price if you are looking for a quick sale. Decide if you have the time to go through this process before you sign anything – if your new job has a definitive start date you need to be confident that you can sell your property within a particular timeframe with no hiccups.

Unfortunately when selling due to relocation, you can’t choose the best time of year to put your home on the market. Public holidays and special events such as Christmas, New Year and high summer can be very quiet times, and less people are looking to buy.

If you can’t sell your home, can you afford two mortgages or an additional rental cost for a certain amount of time? Speak with your new employer and see if they are flexible in terms of when you start your new job. If there is some flexibility then this could take some of the pressure off.

Another option you could explore is to sell your property privately. This can remove many of the stresses of selling your home using an estate agent. You won’t be worrying about the service you are getting, whether they are marketing and selling your property properly and acting in your best interests.

There are a whole host of companies who promise to buy your property quickly for cash, but you need to find one that you trust and who will give you a good price even for a quick sale. Make sure you choose a company you can rely on, who you trust, have rapport with and who have your interests at heart.

Option 2 - Maintain your house and let it out.

This could be a great option, particularly if you are on a probationary period in your new job.

Advantages: Renting out your home means you've still got a bolt-hole to return to. This could be particularly reassuring if you're leaving family and feel that at some point you might want to return.

Disadvantages: If you decide that you do want to rent out your home, you need to decide what to do with your possessions. The next list of guidelines may help you.

• You need permission from your mortgage company to let out your property, and they may stipulate a rental period. Be warned, they can increase the interest you pay to offset the risk. • You will need ‘Landlord Buildings Insurance’ to cover you whilst your home is being rented, this will cover items you are leaving in the property such as furniture etc. • There are regulations you need to adhere to, such as an Annual Gas Safety Check. This will need to be carried out by a Corgi registered Plumber on all appliances in the property. • You will also need to get an Electrical Check completed on the property. It’s not a legal requirement, but you do have a duty of care. If your home is older and your wiring is out of date then this is advisable. • Polystyrene coverings on the ceiling are a fire hazard and need to be replaced. • Make sure that you fit at least two smoke detectors in the property. • Make an Inventory detailing any items that are being left behind. • Will the house be rented out furnished? If so then you will need to meet Furniture Fire Safety Regulations. • It will be good to tidy up the home by making repairs and repainting. • You will need to write up a Short-Hold Tenancy Agreement, whether you are renting privately or though an agent. This will cover six months so this is the minimum rental period and you will not be able to move back within that time. • Look into the Rent Guarantee Scheme. • A Letting Agent will help you with the maintenance of your property, collecting rent and sorting out any problems. You’ll have to pay a fee but it might be worth it if you aren’t in the area to sort out any queries from tenants. • Find a good agent to let your property for you. Recommendations are best, but you can also look for one that is ARLA registered and seems to offer a good service for a good price. • If you rent your property out privately, then you need to sort out references, credit checks and you might want to means test the potential tenants. • Make sure that you carry out inspections of the property on a regular basis to ensure it is being properly looked after. • Make sure that the rent covers your mortgage payments, and remember to take into account Calculate insurance, letting fees and maintenance costs. There may be a shortfall so make sure you can cover this.

If you need to sell your house fast Taunton for any reason, maybe we can help you. Our staff are trained in Sell House Quickly Nottingham, and stand ready to assist. Email us now on gill@rapidhomebuyer-notthingham.co.uk.

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