Selling one’s property often raises many underlying questions. Therefore, our experts at Engel & Völkers are here to guide you from A to Z, providing answers to some of your most frequently asked questions.
Why should I opt for an exclusive listing contract?
With Guillaume Coudray, Var and Gulf of Saint-Tropez Team Leader
The reasons are several: first of all, an exclusive listing ensures that your property will be properly showcased and improves its visibility on the
market. This type of contract entitles you to a full-package deal in close collaboration with the agency in charge of marketing your property, who will devise a tailor-made sales strategy for you.
In addition, exclusive listing contracts rhyme with timeliness, simplicity and - at the end of the day - comfort: free yourself from the hassle of dealing
with several agencies, cutting several sets of keys, setting up meetings, etc. Your case will also be handled via a sole point of contact, thus guaranteeing absolute transparency between the seller and the agency. The latter will be able to contact you more easily and keep you up to date on how visits are going, potential buyers, etc.
Finally, we guarantee that all property under an exclusive listing contract will be sold at a fair price. Signing a non-exclusive contract means that your property will be marketed by several agencies and at different prices. This may confuse potential buyers, who will then be more likely to negotiate.
What is the best time to sell one’s property on the Côte d'Azur?
With Pénélope Gréco de Beauharnais, Cannes Team Leader
The Côte d'Azur enjoys very clement weather and sunshine all year round, making it a safe place to sell one’s property at any time of year. Springtime is often thought to be the perfect period to sell, though such a vast generalisation may not apply to all types of real-estate.
Smaller properties, for example, can be sold year-round, as they are likely to interest investors and first-time buyers. Timing is more crucial when selling a main or family home, as most buyers tend to adapt to their children’s school year and are often looking to finalise the transaction by the end of the summer. Wintertime should be avoided for property with outdoors areas: this ensures that potential buyers will see the garden at its very best. Finally, the best time to list property that will likely be used as a secondary home appears to be at the start of the year, as new owners will be able to enjoy their acquisition over the following summer.
The right time to sell is also influenced by the estimate of your property’s market value: a timely estimate will allow you a comfortable window to optimise
the final selling price.
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