We had our property on the market for approximately six months before deciding to put it up for auction. The house had a few historical structural problems which made it unattractive to buyers through an Estate Agent, although overall it was in good condition and in a nice location.
We have been delighted with the service provided by Auction House Essex. Alan ensured that the process was very straightforward and, as the house was vacant, arranged all the viewings, ensured that the property had maximum internet coverage, including the Auction House website, and even liaised directly with our solicitors. He also kept us well informed of any developments throughout this process. The number of viewings and interest in the property also increased, due in no small part to the large pool of potential buyers already known to Auction House Essex.
In short, the house sold prior to auction, completion taking place within two months of the property going onto the Auction House books. And the sale price was significantly above the expectations we had at the start of the auction process.
"Our thanks to the Auction House Essex team, especially Alan Ireland, who worked to keep us well informed throughout the process. After time with an Estate agent without a closing result we turned to Essex Auction House. Alan liaised with the Agency to transfer our business, and once a buyer was found, the process was extremely fast and hassle free."
Sharon Townsend (vendor)As a company using Auction House Essex, we were so impressed with their overall professionalism that we have enlisted their service again. They keep you informed from start to finish and we found they make the whole process appear effortless. We highly recommend them.
Paul Bartholomew (Partner Agent)Just wanted to send a brief e mail thanking you for your help and support for what was our first ever purchase at an auction. From the initial enquiry, to the viewing, the following discussions and advice, and finally at the auction itself, you and your colleagues have been extremely helpful, pleasant, knowledgeable, professional, and nice people to do business with. What initially looked like a daunting prospect actually became an interesting and enjoyable experience.
Thanks for your advice and support. I am sure we will be speaking again in the future.
Auction House have all been very helpful, responsive and knowledgeable.
I thought the actual day itself was good. Good choice of venue, the presentation was professional and seemed to run reasonably well.
Steve
“When my husband and I got divorced I needed to sell the house quickly (I couldn’t afford to run it on my own) a local estate agent valued it at £390,000 but it needed a new roof and other work. Auction House were great, they dealt with everything for me even getting my ex to sign the paperwork. When they sold the house for £445,000 I was amazed, what a brilliant result, thanks to everyone at Auction House”
F. Gillings
Tim from Auction House Essex helped me sell my flat. I found Tim very helpful and professional and was pleased with everything he did to help me get the result I wanted. I would highly recommend Tim to anyone thinking of buying or selling a property.
Russell Jex (vendor)“My parents died and left me a property, it was on the market with an estate agent for 1 year during which the chain failed twice, the sale was going through at £225,000. The team at Auction House were fast, professional and friendly, not only did they sell my house in 2 weeks (contracts exchanged) but they achieved £39,000 MORE than the estate agent. If you need to sell fast call Auction House”…
F. Palmer
Selling through auction house Essex was the best decision I have made, I made an enquiry one day they met me at the property the next day and by that evening everything was in place and my property was advertised.
Absolutely seamless and hassle free and I got the price I was looking for. A great experience.
Following the success of Tuesday last, I wish to offer sincerest congratulations to Auction House for the highly efficient service. The process was very professional and from first contact to ultimate sale I felt extremely confident that my property was in safe hands.
You and your staff were more than helpful and were able to answer any questions that I had regarding – what I believed to be – a potentially tricky venture.
When the house originally went under offer through Appointmoor Estates, and subsequently failed to complete, I had overwhelming doubts that it would ever get to the position that we are in now.
Viewing times were met promptly and I gradually grew in confidence that I had made the right choice with Auction House.
Your guidance and advice proved invaluable, and the ultimate sale came as a great relief considering that only four weeks ago I thought that I may be embarking on many further agonising months of torture!
I would definitely recommend Auction House to family, friends and anybody else who may be seeking a reliable, efficient and supremely professional means of selling their property.
Many thanks!
Hillsboro, 377 Southchurch Road, Southend-on-Sea, SS1 2PQ
essex@auctionhouse.co.uk
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Price Information
*Guides are provided as an indication of each seller's minimum expectation. They are not necessarily figures which a property will sell for and may change at any time prior to the auction. Each property will be offered subject to a Reserve (a figure below which the Auctioneer cannot sell the property during the auction) which we expect will be set within the Guide Range or no more than 10% above a single figure Guide.
Additional Fees Information
Please be aware there may be additional fees payable on top of the final sale price. These include and are not limited to administration charges and buyer's premium fees payable on exchange, and disbursements payable on completion. Please ensure you check the property information page for a list of any relevant additional fees as well as reading the legal pack for any disbursements.