Do I deal with Our House Estate Agents Ltd, or the vendor directly?

You will be dealing with Our House Estate Agents.

In most of the cases, you will be dealing with one of our agents the entire process, from the viewing, to the completion of the sale.

We're at the other end of the phone should you need advice on making a follow up viewing, an offer, or help with instructing a solicitor if you wish to proceed with the sale.

Step 1. Register with us for 24/7 access through our PropertyFile
To find your ideal property, we need to know your requirements. You can register with us either online, by phone or by visiting our offices..

Once you've registered with us, one of our consultants will assess your search criteria and send you details of suitable properties by SMS or email.

You'll have 24/7 access to PropertyFile.

Step 2. How much can you afford?
Before you begin your search, it's advisable to arrange your finances and (if required) get a 'Mortgage In Principle'. This is a conditional offer made by a mortgage lender that they will "in principle" give you the loan you have discussed with them.

Steve or Jamie at Coast to Coast, 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. Contact us to find out more.

Step 3. Put your own home on the market
If you're also selling your current home, it is advisable to put your current property on the market before looking for a new home.

his puts you in a better position, and increases your chances of buying your dream home before somebody else does.

We can help you sell your home. Click here to arrange a free, no-obligation valuation of your home or contact us.

Step 4. Start your property search
Begin your search here, or let us help you find the property you're looking for by registering here . We can keep you constantly up-to-date via email and SMS alerts, even before properties get listed on our website and portals!

Step 5. Viewings
This is the fun bit! Once you've found a property you'd like to view, you'll need to get in touch to book a viewing. You'll meet either on of our agents, or the vendor

Step 6. Making an offer
Once you find your perfect property you can make offer and one of our friendly team will help you through this process.

We will put the offer to the vendor both verbally and in writing.

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 team, who will work hard to facilitate an agreeable outcome that delivers the best result for all.

At this point you will need to demonstrate that you can proceed by providing evidence of your mortgage in principle.

There are no legal obligations by either party until contracts are signed.

Step 7. Offer accepted

• We will confirm the agreed price with all parties.
• We will confirm your solicitor and mortgage details.
• We will prepare the memorandum of sale.

Now is the time to instruct your solicitor to proceed with the conveyancing process and proceed with your mortgage application.

Step 8. Instruct a solicitor
Instructing an efficient and experienced solicitor, is the key to ensuring your purchase is handled smoothly. If you need a hand with finding a solicitor, just get in touch and we'll talk you through our options.

Step 9. Conveyancing
Your solicitor will:

• Receive draft contract from the seller's solicitor
• Carry out searches and investigation of title
• Agree on a date for exchange of contracts

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

Step 10. Survey and mortgage offer
A property survey will be carried out by a surveyor on behalf of the mortgage lender to identify any structural problems and advise on the property's value.

Once the survey report is received by the lender, 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.

Step 11. Exchange of contracts
The transaction and completion date becomes legally binding on the exchange of contracts. The deposit will be sent to the seller's solicitor and a request for your mortgage advance will be paid from your lender.

Step 12. Completion
Completion happens on the eagerly awaited “moving day” and when the full purchase price is transferred to the seller's solicitor. We will release the keys once the money has cleared in the seller's account.
Congratulations on your new home!