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HouseNetwork is slashing the cost of selling property
Which? Magazine April 2006 |
HouseNetwork
The HouseNetwork offer a full online estate agency package in compliance with the Estate Agency Act 1979.
Marketing
HouseNetwork market your property traditionally through branded For Sale Boards and more importantly invest heavily in the Internet. They have over 150 web partners totaling over 15 million buyer sessions per month through portal advertising including Rightmove, Findaproperty and Home.co.uk where your properties will be listed as a Premier Property.Good Value
Depending on which service you choose, HouseNetwork sellers can save over £3,900 when compared to using a traditional estate agent to sell a £200K property at a typical 2% commission.
HouseNetwork visit every property that they market through a visual design service, and offer Virtual Tours, Floor Plans, unlimited digital photographs and particulars. You also receive a branded For Sale sign to enhance your marketing.
HouseNetwork charge a £199 visual design fee (+VAT), for your very own dedicated website, plus 0.25% capped at £199 (+VAT) payable on completion if sold by HouseNetwork. Pay the up-front visual design fee to start the marketing process, and they'll do the rest.
The procedure for using the HouseNetwork service is very straightforward: simply use our contact form* and HouseNetwork will contact you at your earliest convenience, or go to their website http://www.housenetwork.co.uk.
(All payments are handled by WorldPay, and HouseNetwork do not receive payment for 2 weeks. You are therefore protected against the up-front fee)
If you are currently using a conventional estate agent, or considering using one, the following conditions will apply:
Multiple Agency Agreement
You can use the HouseNetwork online estate agency service without any consequences
Sole & Joint Agency Agreement
In this case it is recommended that you request that your current agent's fees remain the same alongside the HouseNetwork agreement.
HouseNetwork Contract
The HouseNetwork does not believe in sole agency agreements and their contract with you is simply based on them selling your property. They do not penalise you if you decide to market your property with an additional agent.The HouseNetwork estate agency service is extremely detailed including the following features, which are all included within the pricing structure:
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You are allocated your own unlimited website - more details |
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Your property details are inserted into top UK Portals - more details |
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Property details are inserted into local newspaper sites - more details |
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HouseNetwork manage all enquiries on your behalf - more details |
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HouseNetwork arrange all viewings and call the buyer for feedback - more details |
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HouseNetwork negotiate all offers on your behalf - more details |
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You receive an after-sales advisory service - more details |
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You receive printable details within your website - more details |
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HouseNetwork post A3 hard copies to potential buyers (unlimited) - more details |
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For Sale Board - installed at your property - more details |
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Home visit for unlimited photo and measuring service - more details |
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Free Floor Plan - more details |
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Free Virtual Tour - 4 rooms - more details |
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Evaluate your sale with the HouseNetwork statistics program - more details |
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Your property is advertised until sold |
Home Information Packs
HouseNetwork operate an open policy where HIPs are owned by their vendors rather than the estate agent. This means that you can use them for any marketing activity you may desire for your property. HIPs purchased through HouseNetwork are very competitively priced and they offer quick production with their own dedicated Energy Inspector Panel. HouseNetwork charge £295+VAT (immediate payment) or £349+VAT (deferred payment - 9 months credit)
How To Book
To book your Online Estate Agency appointment, simply use our contact form* and HouseNetwork will contact you at your earliest convenience.Please Note: The home visit service is a one-time call out. If you wish to amend any pictures or information, you will need to send them either via email or post. HouseNetwork will then organise and conduct viewings as required.
See also: http://www.housenetwork.co.uk, Contact HouseNetwork, Selling Property With An Online Estate Agent


