Services

What do you want from an estate agent?

EXPERTISE. As a qualified Chartered Surveyor Mark Williamson provides expert advice on the market value of homes like yours - when it comes to selling your home it is important from the outset to offer it at the right price to maximise market exposure and achieve the best result for you.

EXPERIENCE. Mark Williamson has been successfully valuing and selling properties in Easingwold, Boroughbridge and the surrounding villages for the last 10 years and around York and North Yorkshire for over 25 years.

PERSONAL SERVICE. From day one through to completion, the dedicated team at Williamsons will create a unique sales package tailored specifically for the sale of your home.

PROFESSIONAL. Williamsons provide a quality service at competitive rates with professional integrity.

Useful information: Preparing your home for sale

Achieving a sale at the best price means presenting your property at its very best.

First impressions count!

To help you we have compiled some handy tips on how to present your home. Focus your attention on the exterior, this gives prospective buyers their first and last impression.

OUTSIDE

• Keep pathways weed free, hedges neatly clipped, lawns mowed and timber fences, doors and gates in good condition
• Undertake those repairs that you’ve put off mending ie. replacement of broken slates, clean out blocked gutters, leaking fallpipes and repair rotten window frames
• Undertake selective decoration where required

INSIDE

• Keep the house tidy, windows clean, reduce clutter and rearrange furniture, flowers and fruit baskets provide natural fragrance
• If decorations are intended, keep to neutral colours
• Maximise lighting in rooms and in winter light the fire (to create a warm and friendly atmosphere)

PETS

• Keep pets under control, arrange for somebody to take the dog for a walk, remove the cat litter tray

EMPTY PROPERTY

• Inform the insurers
• Leave with selected furniture
• Remove valuables and items from sight
• Disconnect and drain down services
• Rearrange for redirection of post

Why do I need a survey and valuation?

The best way to reach an informed decision on the purchase of a property is to have a Professional survey and valuation undertaken by a qualified Chartered Surveyor prior to exchange of contracts, You can minimise the risks by asking Williamsons to answer these questions for you.

• Is the agreed price reasonable?
• In what type of locality is the property situated?
• Are there Structural problems?
• Is there rot and dampness?
• Are there drawbacks I don’t know about?
• If so, what do I need to Know about them?

Commissioning your own survey is the simple, economical way to avoid unpleasant and perhaps costly surprises after moving in.

In some cases the Surveyors report may help you to renegotiate the purchase price.

What choices of survey and valuation do Williamsons offer?

SCHEME 1
Generally, a basic report for mortgage lenders to assess suitability as security, advising on value, general condition and major defects apparent from a limited inspection.

PRIVATE VALUATION
A report on the Market Value only for a variety of purposes including Probate, Inheritance Tax, Relocation and Matrimonial/Litigious Disputes.

RICS HOMEBUYER SURVEY & VALUATION
A thorough inspection of accessible and visible parts of the building, site and immediate surroundings. Designed to highlight urgent or significant repair and advise on structural issues such as roofs. Checks for damp, rot and subsidence and investigates the condition of services such as plumbing, wiring, heating and drainage.

This survey also gives an expert opinion on whether the property is a reasonable proposition for purchase with programmed and planned maintenance advice. An opinion is provided of the market value and fire rebuilding costs.

BUILDING SURVEY
A comprehensive and detailed report on the property's structural repair and is particularly suitable for individual properties, large, extended or older buildings warranting refurbishing.

The report comments on all visible elements of the building and items of disrepair and defect and will include methods of construction, condition and future repairs.

Residential letting service

Make your Property Investment Perform. Find the right tenant quickly through Williamsons 'LET ONLY' service:

• Professional assessment of the rental Value
• Preparation of Property Particulars with colour photography
• Marketing within office, window, and on our web site
• Distinctive To let Board
• Newspaper Advertising
• Accompanied Viewings
• Interviewing of Prospective Tenants
• Obtaining references via independent referencing service
• Negotiation and preparation of tenancy agreement
• Collection of first months rent and tenants security deposit
• Checking meter readings and contacting utility companies

Please contact Williamsons to discuss in greater detail your property requirements.