With so many negative headlines surrounding the property market, it’s easy to believe that everything has ground to a halt. However, the reality on the ground tells a very different story.
 
Properties are still selling – buyers are still buying – and deals are still being agreed. In fact, in September and October we agreed sales on 67 properties, with an accumulative value of just under £38 million, proving that even in a challenging market, there are still plenty of opportunities for those who take the right approach.

 
Yes, the market has changed. Buyers are more considered, sellers need to be realistic, and properties may not always sell as quickly as they have done earlier in the year. However, that doesn’t mean the market has stopped moving the difference often comes down to having the right agent in your corner.
 
An agent who understands the local market, gives honest and constructive advice, prices properties correctly and, most importantly, has a genuine can-do attitude – because when things get tough, it’s easy to blame the market. Yes, its challenging, but its far more rewarding knowing we have rolled up our sleeves, used experience to think differently, stayed proactive and worked hard to get results.
 
Great estate agency isn’t just about putting a property online and waiting for the phone to ring; it’s about creating opportunities, following up with buyers, negotiating effectively, keeping sellers informed and finding solutions when challenges arise. Sometimes that means having difficult conversations about price; sometimes it means refreshing a marketing strategy and sometimes it simply means going that extra mile where others might give up.
 
The market doesn’t have to be booming for good agents to achieve great results. There will always be people who need to move. Families grow, circumstances change, people relocate, downsize and take their next steps in life. Those opportunities don’t disappear just because the headlines are negative.
The key is knowing how to make the most of them.
 
So, while others may be focusing on the doom and gloom, we’re focusing on what we can control, delivering excellent service, offering strong advice, staying positive and getting deals done. Because in any market, the right advice and a can-do attitude can make all the difference.

Thinking of selling? Don’t let the negative headlines put you off. Get in touch today and let’s talk about how we can make your next move happen.