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“How long does it take to sell a house?” is a common question that sellers ask. In fact, different stages of the house buying process take different lengths of time. In this blog, we’ll explore how long each stage takes on average, and what you can do to keep the process running smoothly.

“What are the costs of selling a house?” is a question that is sometimes overlooked when property owners make the decision to sell. However, it is important to bear the costs in mind so you can be sure you’re making the right decision before you put your house on the market. In this blog, we look at the most common costs associated with selling a house in the UK. With this information, we hope you’ll be able to make the right decision and avoid any unpleasant surprises.

Skipton building society made the headlines recently by being the first lender to offer a 100% mortgage since 2008. 100% mortgages could be a way to get onto the property ladder even if you haven’t saved a deposit, but they’re not without their pitfalls. In this blog, we look at what is meant by a 100% mortgage and identify the pros and cons. Please note that Cobbles are estate agents, not mortgage brokers. You should seek professional advice from a mortgage broker before making any big decisions.

If you’ve decided it’s time to put your property on the market, the next step is to find the right estate agent. Of course, we hope you’ll choose us! However, it really is up to you, and the most important thing is to find an estate agent who speaks your language and you can work with. In this blog, we look at the factors you should consider when you’re choosing an estate agent to sell your Guildford property.

Non-payment of rent is always an uncomfortable subject. It’s important to remember that it can happen for a number of reasons, from simple mistakes to financial problems. For landlords, non-payment of rent means a hole in the budget and problems with buy-to-let mortgage repayments. In this blog, we look at the service estate agents like Cobbles provide to landlords when tenants do not or cannot pay the rent. These services are available to landlords who use the “rent collection” and “fully managed” services, but not to the “let only” landlords.

Whether you’re new to renting property or you’re a lifelong tenant, you might have some questions about your tenancy deposit. Certainly, it’s an additional expense when you’re renting and something to incorporate into your budget for the first month. Fortunately, if the tenancy reaches the end and the property is still in great condition, you’ll get the budget back to put towards your next property. Let’s take a closer look at tenancy deposits.

With low-fee and even no-fee estate agents popping up on TV adverts and online, some sellers may feel tempted by the promise of a bargain service. However, at Cobbles, we feel that good service, realistic offers and prompt action are as important to consider as the question of fees. In this blog, we look at the real cost of using a low-fee or no-fee agent, and what you should consider when you’re choosing which agent to instruct.

When you sell your Guildford property through an estate agent, your agent should be working hard for you, prioritising your needs and ensuring your property sells quickly, for the right price. Part of this process is property marketing, like taking photographs, creating floor plans and advertising your property online. This kind of marketing comes as standard at Cobbles, and we always include it in our fee. We believe that any good estate agent should do the same. In this blog, we look at how Cobbles markets properties for its sellers, and what you can expect when you choose us to sell your Guildford property.

Gazumping is when someone else makes a higher offer for a property than you have, after you have had your offer accepted. In this blog, we look at the gazumping problem and how to avoid it happening to you when you’re buying your new home in Guildford.

At Cobbles, we pride ourselves on the great service we provide to landlords – you can read our testimonials here. In addition to our personal efforts, we also employ some of the latest tools and technology to make life easier for our landlords. As part of this, we use a unique landlord platform called My Property File to keep everything running smoothly, even outside office hours. In this blog, we look at My Property File and how it takes the headache out of renting property.