Edinburgh property sales have traditionally been handled by specialised solicitors. That system works, but it’s simply not ideal if you’re looking to maximise your period property sale in the Scottish capital. Selling prime property in Edinburgh deserves professional input and your agent’s undivided attention.
Working with a dedicated period property agent gives you just that. Read on for our top seven reasons to choose a dedicated property agent for your next sale.
1. Undivided Attention and Personalised Guidance and Support
Working with a dedicated property agent in Edinburgh gives you access to a high level of personalised service. At Ativa, we work closely with you to understand your specific needs, preferences, and long-term goals. Whether you’re selling to downsize or are looking to relocate, we’re here to help you maximise the potential of your period property sale.
Moreover, as highly qualified and accredited property professionals, we understand the entire buying or selling journey. If you’ve lived in your period home for decades, perhaps bringing up a family, we’re able to tell you more about the market in your area and how to attract qualified buyers.
2. In-depth Market Knowledge and Insights
One of the most valuable benefits of working with a dedicated property agent is their comprehensive understanding of the local period property market. Don’t get us wrong – Edinburgh’s property solicitors are highly qualified and well-informed. But they’re also busy doing legal work.
We devote our entire working day to period property. Plus, as period property owners ourselves, we understand what attracts buyers to these unique homes. When it comes to running the numbers, we track recent sales, price fluctuations, and neighbourhood-specific demand. This helps us give you the most accurate advice on the value of your property and how to showcase it in its best light.
This kind of data-backed knowledge can prevent you as a seller from underselling your property. It’s a level of service many property solicitors won’t be able to provide, as they focus more on the legal aspects rather than market dynamics.
3. Property Marketing Expertise
At Ativa, we have decades of marketing expertise in luxury and high-value market segments. We understand how tough it can be to find the right period property and how tough it can be to decide to sell a period home.
We believe that each Edinburgh period home deserves a tailored marketing strategy. That’s why we start by getting to know you and your property before crafting a strategy that works for you. We also understand that selling a period home is not a decision you make lightly. We’ll never be pushy with you. If you’d like to learn more about our process, feel free to reach out. We’re happy to meet for a cup of tea, whether you’re looking to sell now, in a year or in five years.
We also use a wide variety of channels to reach potential buyers, including online property portals, social media, and local advertising. Plus, we make sure your property looks breathtaking in your listing, thanks to professional photography, including aerial and drone photography. We also work closely with staging experts to make the property look as appealing as possible.
Property solicitors, in contrast, do not typically engage in marketing a property beyond the basics of listing it. Without an agent, sellers might have to take on the burden of marketing their property themselves.
4. Access to Exclusive Buyers and Networks
One of the great advantages of working with a dedicated real estate agent is their access to qualified buyers. At Ativa, we established a VIP Buyers Club – a small, select group of people looking for amazing period properties in Edinburgh.
In some cases, that means we have potential buyers in mind even before your property is officially listed. It can shorten the time it takes to close a deal, minimise disruption to you and your family, and make the entire process go more smoothly.
We also have a network (think little black book) of trusted mortgage advisors, surveyors, and even interior designers or contractors. These connections streamline the process and ensure that every aspect of your period property sale is handled by experienced professionals, something that most property solicitors would not provide due to the more limited nature of their professional networks.
5. Understanding the Legal Process with Added Support
Property solicitors are experts when it comes to the legal aspects of property transactions. As your dedicated agent, we have a solid understanding of the process but will defer to the legal experts as soon as we reach the conveyancing stage.
We’re happy to work with your trusted solicitor throughout the process. If you have no one in mind, we’re also happy to recommend expert legal solicitors to take care of these aspects of your transaction. In either case, we’re here to foster smooth communication between all parties. This can expedite the entire process, ensure all paperwork is correctly prepared and submitted on time, and reduce the chances of last-minute delays.
6. Effective Negotiation Skills
In Edinburgh’s competitive property market, skilled negotiation can make a huge difference. As your agent, we represent your interests and will always negotiate a price that’s a fair reflection of your property’s value and agree advantageous terms.
We’ve honed our negotiation techniques over years of working in competitive industries and know how to assess the best approach for each situation. Property solicitors may be excellent at drafting contracts and handling conveyancing, but they may not have spent the same amount of time negotiating competitively.
7. Efficient Property Search and Time Savings
For buyers, finding the right property can be a time-consuming process. As your agent, we’re making sure that your period property is showcased effectively to allow prospective buyers to see its strong points within a few seconds.
We arrange viewings flexibly and continuously evaluate the process to make sure you never miss an opportunity for a successful sale.
Conclusion
When it comes to selling period property in Edinburgh, working with a dedicated property agent offers clear advantages over relying solely on a property solicitor. While solicitors play an indispensable role in handling the legalities of a property transaction, an agent’s focus on your property and expertise in marketing, market knowledge, negotiation and client support can make the entire process smoother, faster, and more rewarding.
Why not meet for a chat with our Director Fiona Vernon to see how we can help you maximise the potential of your period property? Contact us on 0131 699 0333 / 07900 605674 or email [email protected].
