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title: Selling a home advice and guidance
description: We know selling your home can be overwhelming. We hope the information on this page, put together by members of the team, will be of some help.
image: https://pages.craneandco.co.uk/hubfs/Images/Images%20-%20Buyers%20Club%20images/Full%20size%20images/keyring%20door%20handle-3.jpeg
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# Selling a home - advice and guidance

## We know selling your home can initially seem daunting when you have so many things to think about, including ...

- What you need to know when choosing an agent
- Essential consumer guidance about estate agent's contracts
- Key considerations when preparing your home
- The best ways to handle viewings
- How offers are dealt with
- How to negotiate the highest possible selling price
- How to choose the right buyer
- The legal stuff
- Conveyancing
- And the move itself  
  But don't worry - help is at hand!

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## Members of our team, with a collective experience of over 100 years,  have written guides and advice articles to help you, as well as give some insights about what it's like to work in estate agency.

## The guides are FREE - just sign up and download!

[![How Sellers Can Secure a Top Sale and Their Dream Home another option (500 × 300px)](https://pages.craneandco.co.uk/hubfs/Images/Images%20-%20Misc/How%20Sellers%20Can%20Secure%20a%20Top%20Sale%20and%20Their%20Dream%20Home%20another%20option%20(500%20%C3%97%20300px).png "How Sellers Can Secure a Top Sale and Their Dream Home another option (500 × 300px)")](https://blog.craneandco.co.uk/blog/how-sellers-in-hailsham-and-eastbourne-can-make-their-next-move-a-success?hsLang=en)

## How sellers can secure a top sale and their dream home

Are you thinking of selling your Hailsham or Eastbourne  home? Then let’s look at two trends that have dominated the market over the past year and see what they mean for you. 

[Read the full article here](https://blog.craneandco.co.uk/blog/agents-versus-algorithms-do-we-still-need-the-human-touch-to-sell-a-home?hsLang=en)

[![Agents Versus Algorithms - Do We Still Need the Human Touch to Sell a Home (500 × 300px)](https://pages.craneandco.co.uk/hubfs/Images/Images%20-%20Misc/Agents%20Versus%20Algorithms%20-%20Do%20We%20Still%20Need%20the%20Human%20Touch%20to%20Sell%20a%20Home%20(500%20%C3%97%20300px).png "Agents Versus Algorithms - Do We Still Need the Human Touch to Sell a Home (500 × 300px)")](https://blog.craneandco.co.uk/blog/agents-versus-algorithms-do-we-still-need-the-human-touch-to-sell-a-home?hsLang=en)

## Do we still need the human touch to sell a home?

Property portals have revolutionised the market, but can an algorithm replicate an astute estate agent’s experience, empathy, and enthusiasm? A two-minute read.

[Read the full article here](https://blog.craneandco.co.uk/blog/agents-versus-algorithms-do-we-still-need-the-human-touch-to-sell-a-home?hsLang=en)

[![Misconceptions of Estate Agents (500 × 300px)](https://pages.craneandco.co.uk/hubfs/Images/Images%20-%20Misc/Misconceptions%20of%20Estate%20Agents%20(500%20%C3%97%20300px).png "Misconceptions of Estate Agents (500 × 300px)")](https://blog.craneandco.co.uk/blog/misconceptions-of-estate-agents?hsLang=en)

## Miconceptions of Estate Agents

It wouldn’t be a surprise to anyone reading this to say that estate agents don’t have the best of reputations. Estate Agency is like any other business – whatever the industry or vocation there’s the good, the bad, the indifferent, the outstanding and the truly awful.

[Read the full article here](https://blog.craneandco.co.uk/blog/misconceptions-of-estate-agents?hsLang=en)

[![Selling Your Home to Pay Off Debt (500 × 300px)](https://pages.craneandco.co.uk/hubfs/Images/Images%20-%20Misc/Selling%20Your%20Home%20to%20Pay%20Off%20Debt%20(500%20%C3%97%20300px).png "Selling Your Home to Pay Off Debt (500 × 300px)")](https://blog.craneandco.co.uk/blog/things-to-consider-if-youre-selling-your-home-due-to-financial-reasons?hsLang=en)

## Things to consider if you're selling your home to pay off debt

In this two-minute read, we look at some areas to think about before you decide whether to sell your property or not.

[Read the full article here](https://blog.craneandco.co.uk/blog/things-to-consider-if-youre-selling-your-home-due-to-financial-reasons?hsLang=en)

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## Sell first or buy first - the catch 22 condundrum

One of the questions we are asked every day is whether a seller should place their property on the market before or after they have found a home to purchase.

[Find out how to solve this problem](https://pages.craneandco.co.uk/active-reservation?hsLang=en)

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## Top Estate Agent for Sales Agreed 2022

As we enter what is looking to be the best ever spring sellers market, we are proud to be the leading Hailsham Estate Agent for Sales Agreed so far in 2022.

The market this spring not only has record price levels, but also the highest ever chance of finding a buyer in the first week.

If you are looking to sell a property in Hailsham, Eastbourne, Bexhill and surrounding areas why not arrange a free property marketing consultation by calling 01323 440678.

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## Free download - The 7 Secrets to a Successful Sale

Our free guide shows you how a few simple steps can make your move a happier and less stressful experience. Please enter your details below to receive your free copy.

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## Conveyancing -

## a guide for sellers

Conveyancing is the process of legally transferring home ownership from you, the seller, to the buyer. It starts from accepting an offer and finishes when you hand over the keys to the buyer.

[Visit the full guide here](https://pages.craneandco.co.uk/conveyancing_guide_sellers?hsLang=en)

![knowledge](https://pages.craneandco.co.uk/hubfs/knowledge.jpg "knowledge")

[![When is the best time to sell my house (500 × 300px)](https://pages.craneandco.co.uk/hubfs/Images/Images%20-%20Misc/When%20is%20the%20best%20time%20to%20sell%20my%20house%20(500%20%C3%97%20300px).png "When is the best time to sell my house (500 × 300px)")](https://blog.craneandco.co.uk/blog/when-is-the-best-time-to-sell-my-house?hsLang=en)

## When is the best time to sell my house?

This three-minute read, Sarah, who has been a sales consultant here for 17 years, shares why now is always the best time to sell.

[Read the full article here](https://blog.craneandco.co.uk/blog/when-is-the-best-time-to-sell-my-house?hsLang=en)

[![How to Get the Best Price for an Empty Home (500 × 300px)](https://pages.craneandco.co.uk/hubfs/Images/Images%20-%20Misc/How%20to%20Get%20the%20Best%20Price%20for%20an%20Empty%20Home%20%20(500%20%C3%97%20300px).png "How to Get the Best Price for an Empty Home (500 × 300px)")](https://blog.craneandco.co.uk/blog/how-to-get-the-best-price-for-an-empty-home-in-hailsham-or-eastbourne?hsLang=en)

## How to get the best price for an empty home

This three-minute read looks at the issues around selling an empty home.

[Read the full article here](https://blog.craneandco.co.uk/blog/how-to-get-the-best-price-for-an-empty-home-in-hailsham-or-eastbourne?hsLang=en)

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## No one expected The Spanish Inquisition!

In this three-minute read, we look at why estate agents seem to ask so many questions when you call.

[Read the full article here](https://blog.craneandco.co.uk/blog/no-one-expected-the-spanish-inquisition?hsLang=en)

## Free download - A guide to selling a property for the first time

During the 36 years we've been in business, we've helped many first time sellers. It can be an exciting time, but can also feel a bit overwhelming. We hope this guide will help.

![Crane & Co - A guide to selling your property for the first time-1](https://pages.craneandco.co.uk/hubfs/Guides%20and%20Leaflets%20(for%20download)/Crane%20%26%20Co%20-%20A%20guide%20to%20selling%20your%20property%20for%20the%20first%20time-1.jpg "Crane & Co - A guide to selling your property for the first time-1")

## Property market comment August 2022

So far this year, we have seen continued growth in the property market, with an average 11% increase in house prices over the past year. We’ve enjoyed activity, confidence and recently, an increased volumes of sales. It’s been a good year so far.

But there are now signs of an expected slowdown. Nothing dramatic, but it is interesting to note that the Nationwide reported house price growth of just 0.1% last month, and we have just heard that the Halifax has reported its first month of negative growth at minus 0.1%.

[Read the full article here](https://blog.craneandco.co.uk/blog/august-2022-market-comment?hsLang=en)

## Would you like to receive regular property market news, fun competitions and news and events from the local community?

We'd love to keep in touch and promise you won't be bombarded with unnecessary emails filling up your inbox. Generally we send a newsletter every 3-4 weeks, though may ocassionally add an additional one for a free giveaway.

## Subscribe to our newsletter

What happens to your private information when you 'sign-up'?  WATCH VIDEO

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## Quick fixes to attract more buyers to your home

In this two-minute read, we look at some of the things that may be putting buyers off (that you can easily fix).

[Read the full article here](https://blog.craneandco.co.uk/blog/quick-fixes-to-attract-more-buyers-to-your-hailsham-or-eastbourne-home?hsLang=en)

[![what if your family pet could choose your estate agent](https://pages.craneandco.co.uk/hubfs/pets%20(500%20%C3%97%20300px).png "what if your family pet could choose your estate agent")](https://blog.craneandco.co.uk/blog/what-if-your-family-pet-could-choose-your-estate-agent?hsLang=en)

## What if your pet could choose your estate agent?

Pets are with us when we are happy, sad, energetic, sleepy, AND, of course, when we are moving home - they are family after all!

[Read the full article here](https://blog.craneandco.co.uk/blog/how-to-get-the-best-price-for-an-empty-home-in-hailsham-or-eastbourne?hsLang=en)

[![estate agent photographer in bath ](https://pages.craneandco.co.uk/hubfs/photographer%20in%20bath%20(500%20%C3%97%20300px).png "estate agent photographer in bath ")](https://blog.craneandco.co.uk/blog/you-dont-have-to-be-crazy-to-be-an-estate-agent?hsLang=en)

## You don't have to be crazy to be an estate agent!

How many times have you said … ‘It's crazy at work today’? It’s almost become the normal thing for us to say to each other daily.

[Read the full article here](https://blog.craneandco.co.uk/blog/you-dont-have-to-be-crazy-to-be-an-estate-agent?hsLang=en)

[![What Buyers and Sellers Need to Know about Compromise (500 × 300px)](https://pages.craneandco.co.uk/hubfs/What%20Buyers%20and%20Sellers%20Need%20to%20Know%20about%20Compromise%20(500%20%C3%97%20300px).png "What Buyers and Sellers Need to Know about Compromise (500 × 300px)")](https://blog.craneandco.co.uk/blog/why-compromise-isnt-a-dirty-word-in-the-property-game?hsLang=en)

## Why compromise isn’t a dirty word in the property game

This two-minute read looks at the, sometimes inevitable, part compromise plays in many property transactions.

[Read the full article here](https://blog.craneandco.co.uk/blog/why-compromise-isnt-a-dirty-word-in-the-property-game?hsLang=en)

[![Moving On after Splitting Up Tips for Sellers after Divorce (500 × 300px)](https://pages.craneandco.co.uk/hubfs/Moving%20On%20after%20Splitting%20Up%20Tips%20for%20Sellers%20after%20Divorce%20%20(500%20%C3%97%20300px).png "Moving On after Splitting Up Tips for Sellers after Divorce (500 × 300px)")](https://blog.craneandco.co.uk/blog/moving-on-after-splitting-up-tips-for-hailsham-sellers-after-divorce?hsLang=en)

## Moving on after splitting up: tips for sellers after divorce

his three-minute read looks at the property-related issues that arise after a relationship breaks down.

[Read the full article here](https://blog.craneandco.co.uk/blog/moving-on-after-splitting-up-tips-for-hailsham-sellers-after-divorce?hsLang=en)

[![Two Important Questions to Ask Before You Sign with an Estate Agent (500 × 300px)](https://pages.craneandco.co.uk/hubfs/Two%20Important%20Questions%20to%20Ask%20Before%20You%20Sign%20with%20an%20Estate%20Agent%20(500%20%C3%97%20300px).png "Two Important Questions to Ask Before You Sign with an Estate Agent (500 × 300px)")](https://blog.craneandco.co.uk/blog/two-important-questions-to-ask-before-you-sign-with-an-estate-agent?hsLang=en)

## Two important questions to ask before you sign with an estate agent

In this three-minute read, we look at how to gauge if an agent is giving you an honest property valuation.

[Read the full article here](https://blog.craneandco.co.uk/blog/two-important-questions-to-ask-before-you-sign-with-an-estate-agent?hsLang=en)

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