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    Samuels Estate Agents is a local established independent estate agency providing a friendly professional service to clients and buyers alike. Headed by Andrew Vincent, one of the founder partners, with over 28 years estate agency experience. All sales staff are enthusiastic and highly motivated in order to achieve the best possible results for our clients.
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Sellers - free valuations

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    Samuels Estate Agents would be delighted to offer you a free valuation on your property and would be happy to discuss and advise on all aspects of marketing your home efficiently and effectively.

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    Accurate valuation
    Our aim is to sell your property at the best possible price in the shortest possible time. Our experienced valuers will be happy to discuss all aspects of marketing you home effectively and efficiently.

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    Choosing Samuels
    Samuels Estate Agents is a local established independent estate agents providing a friendly professional service to clients and buyers alike. Samuels is also one of the few agents in Exeter which do not deal with rented homes ensuring that 100% of our efforts and energy go into selling your property. As a reputable established company Samuels is a member of the Exeter Estate Agents' Association and is also a member of the Ombudsman of Estate Agents scheme complying to a strict Code of Practice which lays down standards of business conduct.

    In accordance with government legislation your property will require an Energy Performance Certificate, Samuels will be happy to arrange this for you.

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    Instructing a solicitor
    The successful sale of your property can be reliant on the instruction of an efficient and experienced solicitor. Samuels would be happy to offer recommendations of local conveyancing solicitors in which we have good working relationships with.

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    Presenting your property
    First impressions count, presentation of your property is critical to a successful sale.

    Consider addressing any DIY jobs you have been meaning to get done, add a fresh coat of paint where necessary and try to declutter to make rooms appear larger.

    Samuels will write comprehensive professional sale particulars, including a floor plan, and have also invested in top of the range digital cameras in order for us to show your home in the best possible light.

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    Marketing your property
    To find your perfect buyer you need to give your property maximum exposure across a wide range of media.

    As part of our service we would prepare quality full colour property particulars with multiple photographs and floor plan, promote your property within our city centre office window/internal display and regularly advertise your property within the Express and Echo. In addition to this editorial features will be sent to other local publications. Samuels are connected to many property portals with the main ones being Samuels' internet site, www.samuelsagents.co.uk, www.rightmove.co.uk, and other property portals. All websites providing national coverage whilst promoting your property 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

    We currently hold an extensive mailing list both in office and online, buyers will be automatically matched to your property once instructions are received. We promise regular contact on progress of marketing and accompany viewing appointments as and when required.

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    Receiving an offer
    As soon as an offer is received it will be dealt with by a senior member of staff who will notify you both verbally and in writing. Any special conditions of the offer will also be stated in writing and we will check the buyer's ability to proceed before you decide whether to accept the offer.

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    Offer agreed
    Once you accept an offer we will do the following:

    • Prepare a memorandum of sale
    • Write to all parties to confirm the agreed price
    • Ask you to confirm your solicitor's details

    Your solicitor will send out a draft contract to the buyer's solicitor who will then carry out preliminary enquiries. At this stage you will also be able to agree on dates for the survey on your property, exchange of contracts and proposed date for completion.
    We will advise you and negotiate on your behalf throughout this process, keeping you informed every step of the way. There are no legal obligations until contracts are signed.

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    Exchange of contracts
    Exchange of contracts occurs when the following have been confirmed and agreed:

    • Preliminary enquiries following receipt of draft contract
    • Evidence of a good title
    • Specific issues highlighted in the Lease, if applicable
    • Local search queries
    • Fixtures and fittings to be included in the sale
    • The buyer's mortgage offer

    Once the contract has been signed by both parties the deposit (usually 10% of the purchase price) will be telegraphically transferred or paid in the form of a banker's draft by the buyer's solicitor to your solicitor. The completion date is then set by mutual agreement.

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    Completion
    Completion is when the residual monies (usually 90%) are transferred from the buyer's solicitor to your solicitor's account.

    Your solicitor will call you when the money has cleared in your account and will inform us to release the keys.

    Congratulations, your property is now sold!
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    Arranging your mortgage
    Before you begin your property search, it is advisable to arrange your finances and, if required, have a mortgage agreed in principle. This will confirm how much money you will have to fund the purchase, which will ultimately influence your property search.

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    Register your interest
    The first step to finding the right property is to register with us either by calling us on 01392 494999, email us at info@samuelsagents.co.uk or by visiting our office in Longbrook Street (just behind John Lewis) where you can discuss your property requirements with one of our negotiators.

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    Finding the right property
    Once we have a clear understanding of your requirements you will receive a selection of properties that match your criteria. We can also keep you constantly up-to-date with new properties when they come on to the market.

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    Making an offer
    Once you have identified a suitable property we will put your offer forward to the seller both verbally and in writing stating any special conditions of the offer. You may need to demonstrate, if requested, that you are able to proceed (e.g. provide evidence of your mortgage agreed in principle).

    There are no legal obligations on either side until contracts are signed.

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    Offer agreed
    Once your offer is accepted we will do the following:
    • Prepare a memorandum of sale
    • Write to all parties to confirm the agreed price
    • Ask you to confirm your solicitor's and mortgage broker's details

    You will now need to instruct your solicitor to proceed with the conveyancing process and your mortgage broker to proceed with your application.

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    Instructing a solicitor
    The successful purchase of a property can be reliant on the instruction of an efficient and experienced solicitor. It is a good idea to use a solicitor who knows the area that you're moving to and specialises in conveyancing.

    We have a selection of tried and tested solicitors that are experts in property who we would be happy to recommend.

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    Conveyancing

    As part of the conveyancing process your solicitor will do the following:
    • Raise any enquiries on receipt of the draft contract from the seller's solicitor
    • Request their own local searches
    • Agree on a date for exchange of contracts

    We will assist your solicitor and negotiate throughout the process, keeping you informed every step of the way.

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    Survey and mortgage offer
    A survey of the property will be booked by a surveyor on behalf of the mortgage lender to identify any structural problems and advise on the property's value.

    After the mortgage valuation report is received, a formal mortgage offer will be sent to you and your solicitor which you will need to sign before it is returned.

    There are no legal obligations until contracts are signed.

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    Exchange of contracts
    Exchange of contracts occurs when all enquiries have been confirmed and agreed.
    Once the contract has been signed by both parties the deposit (usually 10% of the purchase price) will be telegraphically transferred or paid in the form of a banker's draft from your solicitor to the seller's solicitor.

    The completion date is then set by mutual agreement.

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    Completion
    Completion is when the residual monies (usually 90%) are transferred from your solicitor to the seller's solicitor's account.

    We will release the keys once the money has cleared in the seller's account.

    Congratulations, you are now the legal owner of your new home
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    Samuels have close links with a number of local professionals that deal with the house buying and selling process. These include:

    Solicitors/conveyancers
    Surveyors
    Financial consultants
    Removal companies
    Letting agents

    We are happy to recommend companies from the above list and will be more than happy to supply you with contact names and telephone numbers on request.

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    Testimonials from Sellers

    • Seller Testimonial

      Mr and Mrs W - Polsloe July 2017 -  "Thank you to each and everyone one of your team for all their hard work. Their professionalism and friendly service and support were so much appreciated during what could have been a stressful time. Our move from our home to our onward purchase had it's wobbly moments but behind the scenes you all frantically did your magic pulling everyone together. A special thank you for keeping us informed of what was going on every step of the way - You are brilliant and one fabulous team!"

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      Mr and Mrs A - Alphington July 2017  -  "To the Team at Samuels, We just wanted to express how grateful we are for the hours of chasing and counselling you have given us all over the last few months. It's been quite a slog but we got there in the end! Thank You So Much"

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      Mr and Mrs K - Whipton June 2017 "Thank you for being so fabulous during our sale. We couldn't have asked for kinder, more helpful team - from the amazing service and photos to the regular call to keep us updated - not to mention the amazing negotiation! Your friendly manner has been so appreciated."

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      Mr and Mrs A - Exminster April 2017 - "We just wanted to say a huge thank you to the team at Samuels for the professional way in which you've managed the sale of our house. We can genuinely say there is a huge difference in our experiences and really appricate the extra effort you have all gone to...Good Luck for the future.."

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      Mr and Mrs M - Exeter January 2017 - To all at Samuels..We just wish to say Thank You to all. Everything about our house sale went so smoothly because of your careful and sensitive approach to it all."

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      Mr and Mrs J - Broadclyst November 2016 -  "Thank you for all your valued help and support with the sale of our home in Broadclyst. Your professionalism and kindness was outstanding and we would definitely recommend you to our customers and friends! We are certain it would have been far more stressful had we gone with anyone else!"

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      Mr and Mrs J - Heavitree March 2016  -  "We wanted to say a huge thank you for your support and guidance with selling our property. We are not sure we could have got through it all without your wisdom, patience and humour (and your prodding when needed). We have felt totally looked after and informed throughout the whole process and we really appreciate that you have called or emailed in your own time - thank you. We would definitely recommend Samuels to anyone selling their home - we think you are great, Thank you, thank you, thank you."

    Testimonials from Buyers

    • Buyer Testimonial

      Mr W and Miss P - Dunsford June 2017 -  " Just wanted to say thank you so much for all your support throughout the purchase of our new home. You have been fantastic through the whole process and we are very grateful. Best Wishes..."

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      Mr and Mrs B - Exeter February 2017 "We just wanted to say a big thank you for all the time and effort you did in helping us to buy our house. We really appreciate it."
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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 Samuels Estate Agents, Exeter on +441392494999.