What to do if you’re not happy with your agent
No one likes to get stuck in a situation which has not developed as may have been promised and we certainly hate the feeling that something isn’t right with a decision we have made. Sometimes, it is not the fact that they are inefficient, it may be because you would rather use another method of sale.
The process of selling your property is in itself a daunting task and you want to make sure you have efficient hands that would make the process a lot easier for you. You want results and you deserve to get results. Here are things to do when you are unhappy with your agent:
· Talk to them- Half of the time, we have issues with others due to lack of communication. You would need to explain what is making you unhappy and what aspect of their services you would like them to improve on.
Make sure that your agent understands your needs, you are the client so whether it be the best possible price or a achieving a quick sale, that should be their priority. At Church & Hawes we have a range of sale methods that could better suit your situation. We create a bespoke marketing plan based on your priorities to ensure you needs are satisfied.
· Make suggestions- Having identified the aspects of your agent's services you are not happy with, you can go ahead to pitch your suggestions to them and how best they can incorporate it into their policies to help create the right results you need. Most real estate agents are professionals who may have practiced for years, you do not want to come off as imposing with your ideas, pitch them with the need to make headway in mind.
Communication is the key to an efficient sale your agent should have a plan and be able to suggest the best way forward with further recommendations to increase interest in your property.
· Check your contract- if you have tried all means to get your agent to see things your way and it’s not working, it may be time to check the details of your contract on how you can terminate without incurring costs or legal liabilities. Most contracts have mutual obligations for parties where termination is concerned though it has to be done within the stated time frame unless there is an express breach of a provision to perform an act. If you have 30 days termination notice in your contract, you will need to remember that you cannot make an on the spot decision terminating such a contract as you may be subjected to legal action.
Should this situation arise and you decide to serve your agent notice we would be more than happy to visit your home for a “Marketing Review” at this point we can offer advice and views and suggest a best bespoke Marketing Strategy for you moving forwards.
Should decide to instruct us to promote your home, we can visit before your existing agreement expires to complete and perfect our marketing materials. We can then re-launch your property to the market and immediately attract positive interest.
As stated above, we certainly do not fancy getting stuck with professionals whose methods or performance do not align with our expectations. We hope these tips help with getting you the agent you want and need.
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