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Sell your existing property (if you have one)

 

If you have a property to sell, the first step you should take is to put it up for sale. Why? Because, if you see a house you want to buy you may not be able to buy it without the money from your own house. Also, many estate agents consider you a "non-proceedable" buyer - which means, you are a potential buyer but you can't actually proceed because you need to sell your own house first. So, if there is another buyer who is "proceedable" they may well see the house of your dreams and buy it first! We can help you in sell your home.



Work out what you can afford

On top of the cost of the house itself, there are many other one-off expenses involved in buying a home and moving. These costs include:

  • Mortgage Arrangement Fees - A fee charged by lenders to cover the cost of setting up the mortgage. Some lenders waive this fee. Our partners, a firm of professional, independent financial advisors, would be pleased to provide you with a free, no obligation consultation on what mortgage options are available to you, and the associated costs.
  • Lender's Valuation (Basic Valuation) - All lenders require a valuation of the property to assess whether it is actually worth the price being paid for it. This type of valuation is organised by the mortgage lender but you will be expected must cover their costs. The cost of the valuation depends on the value of the property.
  • Professional Survey - You may wish to commission a more detailed survey in addition to the basic mortgage valuation. There are generally two types of survey: the Homebuyer's Report (which costs around £500) and the more comprehensive Building Survey (Structural Survey) which could cost anything up to £1,000, depending on the value of the house. A professional survey can be arranged for you through us, please contact us for more info.
  • Legal/Conveyancing Fees - You will also need to instruct a solicitor to deal with all legal aspects of buying the property you want. We promote a range of different and very competitive conveyancing options - please ask us to find out more.
  • Stamp Duty - This is a government tax, charged for purchase of properties above £125,000. If your new home is priced between £125,000 and £250,000, you will need to pay 1% of the final agreed price. If its between £250,000 and £500,000, the tax is 3%; and over £500,000 its 4%. So, for example, if you are paying £200,000 for your home you will be expected to pay £2,000 in stamp duty - i.e. 1%.
  • Land Registry Fee - The Land Registry is the government department that manages the register of all properties in England and Wales. It charges a fee - typically £40 or so, but is dependent on the property price - for transferring the register to the new owner.
  • Local Authority Search Fees - Local searches will be carried out by your solicitor/conveyancer to ensure there are no potential problems such as planning permission on neighbouring properties or plans for new roads nearby. The fee can vary depending on which local authority your new home is located in, but you should budget around £150 to cover this charge.
  • Other Search Fees and Disbursements - These include an index map, commons, the coal authority, land charge, company searches, bank transfer fees. Allow about £70 to cover an average house purchase.
  • Sales / Estate Agent's Commission - If you're selling your property as well as buying one, the sum charged by your estate agent has to be taken into account. Usually this is charged as a percentage of the property price. Please call contact us online to learn more about or fees and related services.
  • Removal Fees - if you're on a tight budget, you could arrange to do all the packing and removals work yourself. However, given the scale of this task, we recommend you seek professional assistance. We have partnered with removals services to assist you. Please contact usto learn more.

 



Register with us

Once you have worked out how much you can afford the next stage is to start looking for a property. To find your ideal property, we need to know as much as possible about your requirements. You can register with us either online, by phone or by visiting our offices, where one of our consultants can assist you with your search. Once we have a clear understanding of your requirements we will access all properties that match your criteria. When you have registered, details of suitable properties can be sent to you by SMS, email or in the post - depending on your preferences. View properties This is the fun bit! Its always good to have a good brainstorm about what exactly you will be looking for in your new home. Afterall, you can't ask for a refund if you decide you don't like it after four weeks!  You may well have to make some compromises in the house you buy so decide now what your "MUST HAVES" and "NICE TO HAVES" are. For instance: is an ensuite bathroom a MUST HAVE or a NICE TO HAVE?  Remember: Consult your husband/wife/partner and children - so that you are all clear and agreed on what's really important to you. Viewings properties on our books Viewings can be conducted from 9am - 7pm Monday to Friday and 10am - 5pm on Saturdays. You can book a viewing by phone Monday to Friday 9.00 am - 6.00 pm, Saturday 9.00 am - 5.00 pm, Sunday by appointment. You can also book a viewing on-line through the 'Book a Viewing' link presented against each property you find on our property search engine. We usually conduct all property viewings as the Vendor may not always be present. Sometimes, a vendor gives us specific times for viewings, although we do ask them to be as flexible as possible. After the viewing we will answer any immediate questions and usually contact you the next day for your thoughts and general feedback. Please be on time for viewings. We will arrange to meet you at the property, or if it is more convenient, at our offices from where we can take you by car. Sometimes we can collect you from your home or your place of work, depending on where these may be. Property Search Service We also offer a property search service to serious but busy buyers, who have limited time to spend in looking for a home. If this is you, this service could save you a ton in time and money. Contact us for more information.



Make an offer

 

 

How exciting! -  You've found the house of your dreams and you want to make an offer. Let's hope we've found it for you. As soon as you've found a suitable property, we'll put your offer to the seller, verbally and in writing. We always aim to communicate your offer on the same day. The offer will be subject to a contract being signed and there are no legal obligations on either side until this is done. Sometimes there may be a process of price negotiation and by working with us, both vendor and buyer can benefit from the expertise of our consultants, who will work hard to facilitate an agreeable outcome that delivers the best result for all.



Exchange and complete contracts

When your offer is accepted, the vendor's solicitor/conveyancer will prepare a Contract of Sale. You will also need to appoint a solicitor/conveyancer to examine the contract, and raise any queries based on the title deeds and related property matters. To help secure a legal professional, we offer a range of different and very competitive conveyancing options that you can choose from. Please contact us to find out more. When your Solicitor has replies to their enquiries, a completed satisfactory local search, a copy of a mortgage offer, a signed contract and a deposit cheque, they can then proceed to Exchange of Contracts. A deposit cheque is normally required for 5-10% of the purchase value of the property. We recommend that by this stage you confirm arrangements for moving day - i.e. a removals service. With us, we can put you in touch with one of our reputable removals firms. Contact us o learn more about this removals service. Contract completion can be on the date of exchange or can be anything up to 28 days later, depending on your requirements. On Completion your solicitor hands over the remainder of the purchase money to the vendor's solicitor and you can then move into your new home. Keys will be handed over to you by us, along with a "welcome pack" that includes various items of information that we expect will be of help to you - including final meter readings for electricity/gas, location of water stopcocks, meters, and so forth.



Why buy through Sleek Direct Ltd?

Not many are around who can boast a substantially extensive national and international portfolio as Sleek Direct Ltd. In addition to the variety of every type of property imaginable, you can rest assured that our service is of the highest professional quality, with experienced agents working hard to meet your requirements throughout the process.

  • Thousands of properties for sale throughout the UK and abroad
  • Bespoke service
  • Precise understanding of your requirements
  • Expert and highly qualified advisers to help you throughout
  • Accurate property and area information
  • Constant communication and updates to keep you informed
  • Expert market advice from experienced professionals
  • Help with every stage of the buying and selling process, ranging from finance, conveyancing, surveying, mortgage to insurance
  • Sleek Direct Ltd provides you with a wide ranging of services to assist you with all your needs and requirements.

  Whether it is the UK or abroad, we can find you any type of property you desire, be it one bedroom apartment, new build, waterside property, country estates, equestrian property, land for sale etc. Along with a wide variety of property types, we also assist you with a large selection of services to make your purchasing experience as smooth as possible.



New Homes in the UK & Overseas

Working with a large variety of developers and contractors, Sleek Direct Ltd has established itself to be one of UK's leading new homes property agents. Which ever part of the UK you desire - whether it is a one bedroom new built apartment or a multi-million pound penthouse - Sleek Direct Ltd will be able to provide you access to a substantial range of property developments. Sleek Direct Ltd has developed partnerships with many developers. Therefore, if you are purchasing off plan from any of our partner developer who construct high quality homes in a variety of different designs, you will be able to contribute towards the choice of fixtures and fittings. There are many benefits when purchasing a new home:

  • more energy efficiency
  • avoid DIY costs
  • speedy transaction times due to no chain
  • part exchange options
  • developer warranties - hence a lot of peace of mind
  • Sleek Direct Ltd is most suitable to meet your specific requirements given our expertise and experience in this area, offering you the best investment advice, benefiting you with our extensive national and international network.

  Given our strong relationship with a large range of developers, we are in a position to inform you about exclusive deals that are not available on the open market.



Waterside Properties for Sale

Whether it is a property close to the sea or beside a lake, Sleek Direct Ltd will help you acquire the perfect watersfront property of your dreams. Our dedicated waterside service will help you find your perfect home, whether it is riverside apartments, a country home with a private lake, to coastal properties, Sleek Direct Ltd has a substantial portfolio to choose from. Our consultants posses expert knowledge and experience and will provide you with a bespoke service to purchase your desired waterside property. Sleek Direct Ltd does not only introduce you to a wide range of properties throughout the UK, but can also offer you a large range of waterside and waterfront properties abroad for your choosing. Likewise, if you are eager to sell your waterside property in the shortest duration possible, then Sleek Direct Ltd can effectively assist you by passing on your property details to thousands of potential clients who are seeking a waterside property.



Country Houses

Specialising, among other areas, in country properties for sale throughout the UK and given our extensive portfolio of country homes - farmhouses, country estates, prime village houses and bespoke new build properties - you can rest assured that we are in an excellent position to meet your requirements. Name the location and provide us with your requirements and leave the rest to Sleek Direct Ltd. If you require a country house abroad, Sleek Direct Ltd will again be your best solution. We have a substantial network of local and international residential estate agents offices, thereby giving us expert knowledge of the localities of your choice. Please feel free to contact  us for more details and to discuss your requirements, including information about our listed and to gain exclusive access to our unlisted properties



Rural & Equestrian Property Sales

 

Sleek Direct Ltd provides a thoroughly dedicated service for both buyers and sellers of rural and equestrian properties and estates. Over the course of many years, we have gained specialised expertise and knowledge as an equestrian estate agents. As such, we can effectively analyse your property requirements and present you with precisely what you have been seeking. We can efficiently assist you with acquiring the perfect equestrian property throughout the UK and abroad, making sure your budgetary requirements are met. Contact  us now to convey your requirements and to immediately learn about our wide range of property portfolio consisting of paddocks, properties with stables, country houses etc.



Land for Sale in the UK & Overseas

When it comes to the acquisition of land throughout the UK and abroad, Sleek Direct Ltd will provide you with exceptional and unmatched expertise and consultancy. Unlike other estate agents, we are not restricted to some parts of the UK. Thus, we can offer you a variety of opportunities throughout the UK. Moreover, we can also introduce you to opportunities abroad when it comes to the acquisition of land. We have a substantial selection of land plots for your consideration for sale throughout the UK and abroad. Whether abroad or any part of the UK, our expert land acquisition team will provide you with market-leading land buying advice to government agencies, private clients, commercial institutions, property companies and public bodies. As we realise that land for development remains high in demand and is extremely lucrative, we continuously strive hard to ensure that our clients acquire land that meets their requirements in the location of their preference. Please contact us and we will source land meeting your criteria and requirements. The following is a brief sample of our current selection:

  • woodland areas
  • plots for development
  • equestrian lots
  • homes with land attached

 



Key services

 

  • Development Valuations & Appraisals
  • Land Development Consultancy
  • Development Funding
  • Bespoke Marketing Services
  • Feasibility Consultancy
  • Land Sales &Acquisitions

As always, Sleek Direct Ltd will provide you with an individualised service catered towards meetings your specific needs and requirements. Our team of experts will constantly provide you with expert advice to maximise your returns and safeguard your interests.



Conveyancing Services

 

Our bespoke professional Conveyancing service is designed to ensure that you benefit from a superior transactional experience, where your property sale and purchase is handled professionally and in the shortest duration possible. With our trusted conveyancing solicitors, you can have the peace of mind knowing that professionals are looking after all of your property transaction legalities on your behalf. Our trained specialist conveyancing lawyers make the process swift, straightforward and ensure you are communicated with all the required details. Sleek Direct Ltd also provide you with full support and assistance when it comes to completing the key documents and will offer full assistance throughout the process.



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