Should You Wait Before Booking an In-Person Valuation?
Thinking of selling but unsure when to book an in-person valuation? Our instant valuation tool provides a guide price, but the next step is crucial. Here’s why waiting too long could cost you and how an in-person visit with a tailored marketing plan ensures you achieve the very best result.
If you’ve recently used our instant online valuation tool, you’ll now have a ballpark idea of what your home could be worth in the current market. But the natural next question is: when is the right time to book a full, in-person valuation?
The truth is, while instant valuations are a great starting point, they can’t replace the accuracy and detail that comes from a property professional visiting your home.
1. Instant Valuations Are a Guide, Not a Guarantee
Online tools use market data and recent sales to generate a figure, but they can’t factor in the unique features, condition, or presentation of your home. That extra living space, newly renovated kitchen, or south-facing garden can make a big difference to buyers and to your final sale price.
2. Timing Is Everything
If you’re even starting to consider a move within the next 6–12 months, it’s worth booking an in-person valuation now. Why? Because a professional valuation doesn’t just confirm your home’s value, it also gives you a clear picture of how to prepare, present, and position your property to achieve the best result when you’re ready to launch.
3. A Marketing Plan Secures the Best Price
An accurate valuation is only part of the journey. At Pendle Hill Properties, every in-person valuation includes a tailored marketing plan. We’ll show you:
- How to present your home to stand out in the market.
- How our AI-powered buyer-matching system finds the right people faster.
- The strategy behind pricing and timing your launch to maximise interest (and competition).
4. Acting Early Gives You Options
Even if you’re not planning to move right away, an in-person valuation helps you make informed decisions. You’ll know where you stand financially, what improvements could increase your home’s value, and when the market might work most in your favour.
So, How Long Should You Wait?
In short, if moving is on your mind at all, don’t wait too long. An early in-person valuation with Tom or Andrew ensures you’re ready to act confidently when the time is right.