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Choosing the right Estate Agent
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    When the time comes to sell your home, how do you choose which agent to appoint? You have a tremendous choice of agencies and, on the surface, most appear to do more or less the same thing. But there is far more to moving than simply finding a buyer and it is critical that when the time comes, you choose the right agent for you, your property and your situation. Many agents make unrealistic claims and rash promises, so here are some guidelines which we hope will help you choose the right agent to sell your home.
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    The Valuation or Market Appraisal
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    It is well known that some agents will deliberately over value in order to impress you to secure your instruction. Don't be fooled in falling into the trap of simply choosing the agent with the highest valuation and the lowest commission. An over inflated price attracts the wrong buyers to your property, puts off the best buyers and can often result in the property going stale on the market. This can often lead to the property falling below its true market value.
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    Local Expertise
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    People overwhelmingly prefer to work with local experts, whom they regard as 'in the know', so choose a well established local agent. All our staff members live locally and we have a network of regional offices all working for you. We feel this is invaluable as we are able to give best advice to buyers and sellers, with an in depth knowledge that is gained from living locally.
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    Fees
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    Many sellers are unaware of the considerable differences between agencies and have no alternative than to decide whom to appoint on the level of commission charged. This is often a huge mistake and is a bit like buying a car purely on price considerations. All cars go from A to B, but the vast price differential is related to issues of quality, reliability, security performance and the whole driving experience. The same is true of estate agents. Some agents simply cannot afford to provide a level of service that is either effective, or makes the selling experience hassle free. For example, they are often that last firms to provide adequate staff training or post-offer support, resulting in missed offers, slower sales and lower prices. Cut-price estate agents usually require a higher turnover of stock in order to survive and therefore are less likely to be concerned about securing the best price for their clients. The net amount in your pocket is surely more important than the fee charged!
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Buying your home with Bonners & Babingtons
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    DETERMINE YOUR BUDGET, LOCATION AND REQUIREMENTS
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    Considering the elements that are most important to you will help you find the right property more easily.

    Here are some elements to consider:

    • Budget - set yourself a realistic budget and consider where you may need to be flexible
    • Areas - think about the areas and property types in which you would like to live, as well as outdoor space and commutable distances.
    • Amenities - consider the amenities you would like to live close to, such as schools, shops, restaurants and transport links
    • Buy-to-let - If you are buying to let, think about what your tenants would like, as this may influence the type of property and area you choose to invest in. For example, a young family would be attracted to open spaces, good schools and convenient transport links
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    CALCULATE YOUR MOVING COSTS
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    nce you have identified the type of property you would like to buy, we advise that you calculate your moving costs before you begin your search. This will give you a better picture of exactly how much you can budget for your purchase. There may be other costs to consider when buying your property, these include:

    • Agent fees
    • Solicitor fees
    • Valuation or survey
    • Stamp duty
    • Land registry
    • Local authority searches
    • Bank transfers
    • Insurance
    • Removal fees

    A contingency fund to cover any unexpected costs is also worth considering.

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    ARRANGING YOUR MORTGAGE
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    Our mortgage and protection advisers are on hand to advise you on the whole mortgage market. They will help you find the right mortgage and insurance products to suit you, ensuring key timings are clear throughout the process.

    Our mortgage specialists will assess whether the mortgage you are thinking about is affordable for you using a detailed budget planner. There are many factors that need to be taken into account including your income, any debts you may have (eg: loans and outstanding credit card balances) and how you manage your finances.

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    INSTRUCTING A PROPERTY SOLICITOR OR CONVEYANCER 
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    When buying a property, you want the transaction to move as quickly as possible. In order to do this, you need a proactive property solicitor or conveyancer to take care of the legal and administrative details. We will always be happy to recommend a company if required. 
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    Country & Equestrian Department
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    An independent estate agency with a specialist team headed by Victoria Jewson, focused in the sale of country houses, equestrian properties, land, farms, smallholdings, cottages & lifestyle properties.

    Victoria is well respected across the region and is a specialist in Country & Equestrian market, with an in-depth knowledge of the local area for over 24 years. Activity involved in the equestrian world with excellent contacts across Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire, with landowners, developers and prospective buyers.

    Should you be thinking about selling a farm, smallholding or country property, contact Victoria Jewson on 07721 418628 or email victoria@bb-estateagents.co.uk to book a full market appraisal in complete confidence.

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    Residential Lettings
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    Whether you are a landlord new to letting your private or first investment property, a landlord residing overseas or an experienced landlord with a portfolio of properties, Bonners & Babingtons can provide a custom made Letting Service to your individual requirements.
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    Property Management
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    Bonners & Babingtons has experience managing investment properties. Our extensive property expertise and qualified support team of Property Managers offer a full property and rental management service for landlords who trust us to maintain and oversee every aspect of their property.
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    Home Staging Advice & Virtual Tours
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    It is just as essential that your home has the "make-over" and "WOW" factor that makes it stand out from the crowd, as much as it being realistically priced in your efforts to obtain the maximum price and a sale or let in the fastest possible time. Why not take advantage of one of our professional "360 degree virtual tours" bringing your home to life and giving you the best chance of selling.
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    Mortgages
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    Our advisors are here to recommend the best mortgage deal to suit your needs. Whether you are moving, buying your first home, mortgaging or considering a buy to let investment property, our expert mortgage advice will guide you through the mortgage maze. We appreciate how important it is to find the right mortgage for you. We'll do this when it suits you - over the phone, in person or online. You don't need to buy or sell through Bonners & Babingtons to use our advisors, and they will be happy to spend as much time with you as you need to make the right decision.

    "Your property may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage."

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    Solicitors & Conveyancing
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    We have been working with solicitors for a number of years, and have built strong relationships with these companies. We are working in partnership with several firms, so we can offer conveyancing to all our customers. You do not have to be buying or selling through us to use this service and we are here to help and guide you through the moving process. The solicitors we are in partnership with are all regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority or the Council for Licensed Conveyancers. You can deal with them face to face, over the phone or by email. If you would like a free no obligation quote, please contact us.
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    Auctions
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    The sale of properties by auction has increased in popularity as it is a cost effective, efficient and fast way of selling all types of property for the highest possible price. Our auction partners are able to offer specialist advice in residential, commercial, investment and development properties throughout the region. It is our responsibility to identify which properties are most likely to achieve a higher price at auction as opposed to the traditional private treaty route. Please ask for our thoughts regarding auctioning your property.
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Bonners & Babingtons Team Stokenchurch
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    A proactive team with ethos on Customer Service
    A highly skilled professional team with excellent local knowledge and a proactive 'can do' approach to 'selling' and 'letting' homes across the area. 
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    Simon Bonner, Director
    Simon is the co-founder of the company and has worked within the estate agency industry since 1988. Over the years Simon has developed a wealth of expertise, built many good client relationships and is always on hand to try and help. He lives locally and enjoys the "outdoor life". He likes swimming, walking and is regular at the gym! He loves entertaining, is known for his culinary skills on the barbeque and can usually recommend a good local pub!
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    Leonie Coveney, Director MNAEA
    Leonie is the co-founder of the company and is a qualified member of the National Association of Estate Agents. (MNAEA). As the company has grown, she has expanded Lettings side of the business to one of the largest in the area managing a sizable portfolio. She believes in developing excellent customer relationships. Her interests include walking, tennis and modern jive dancing and she loves and appreciates the art of food so knows all the best restaurants in the area
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    Robbie Hearn, Lettings Manager MARLA
    Robbie has worked within residential lettings since 1997 and he specialises in advising clients on market rental values and residential property Investment. Robbie is keen to create a long-term relationship with clients and provide them with a bespoke service that is suitable for them and is he is also a Member of the Association of Residential Letting Agents. (MARLA) In his spare time Robbie likes to spend time with his family which include his wife, two sons and their dog Sidney.
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    Beth Skelcher, Sales Negotiator
    Beth has lived in Stokenchurch all her life and has a proactive 'can do' attitude with a focus on providing the very best customer journey for her clients. She has an unrivalled knowledge of the area and when Beth is not selling or letting houses, she loves going on exotic holidays, taking her dog 'Buddy' on long walks and socialising with friends. 
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    Michelle Baker, Property Manager
    Having worked in the Property industry for over 20 years, Michelle has a vast knowledge and a wealth of experience. Giving and receiving positive feedback to customers both internally and externally is Michelle's aim. She loves to spend time with her family and friends and is an avid football fan! Michelle is a keen follower (in her words) of the 'mighty' Spurs for which she is a Season Ticket Holder and tries to go as much as possible, wishing and hoping that one day .... !!
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    We pride ourselves on the service we provide...
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      But don't just take our word for it...
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      The following comments and quotes illustrate the advice, support & service that we are able to provide to our clients. We also welcome you to call us or drop in for a chat and discuss any property related issues. We provide a personal, professional and first class service - call us today to discuss how we can help you.

    Testimonials from Sellers

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      a really positive experience
      My partner and I met with a few local agents to help us with the sale of our house, and we are so pleased that we went with Bonners & Babingtons in Stokenchurch. Jack was brilliant, and for the few occasions he wasn't in to answer our call the team stepped in and supported positively. We opted to use their recommended photographer and were really pleased with the photos that were produced for our house. The actual house sale was a really positive experience. Lots of viewings were organised and we had a few offers on the table within a week - of which we accepted one at full asking price. We had an onward purchase that unfortunately fell through just prior to exchange day (we decided to go ahead with our sale and move into rented), but in the lead up to getting that sorted Jack was incredible and diligent. He kept us regularly updated, chased people throughout the chain regularly to keep things going, and was very patient with my regular calling to see what was happening in what is one of the most stressful situations you go through! Thank you!I would be very happy to recommend Bonners & Babingtons Stokenchurch to anybody wishing to sell their house.
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      Would highly recommend them.
      Excellent service from Bonners & Babingtons. Jack was very professional from start to finish, in fact the whole process was completed in 8 weeks. Would highly recommend them.
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      keeping in touch and going the extra mile
      Bonners and Babbingtons have been excellent through our house sale, always keeping in touch and going the extra mile to ensure everything went through smoothly! We would highly recommend their services to anyone!
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    *Guide Price: An indication of a seller's minimum expectation at auction and given as a “Guide Price” or a range of “Guide Prices”. This is not necessarily the figure a property will sell for and is subject to change prior to the auction.

    Reserve Price: Each auction property will be subject to a “Reserve Price” below which the property cannot be sold at auction. Normally the “Reserve Price” will be set within the range of “Guide Prices” or no more than 10% above a single “Guide Price.”

    Auction Fees: The purchase of this property may include associated fees not listed here, as it is to be sold via auction. To find out more about the fees associated with this property please call Bonners & Babingtons, Stokenchurch on +441494485560.