Top tips on buying your home

• Read the local press – we advertise in both The Solihull News (distributed Thursday) and Solihull Observer (distributed Friday)
  
  
• Register on to estate agent’s mailing lists (Click Here to register with Smart Homes). Remember – there are hundreds of people on every agents mailing list – you need to be pro active to!
  
  
• Read the local press – we advertise weekly in both the Birmingham Property News (Distributed Thursday) and the Solihull Property Times (Distributed Friday).
  
  
• Get out viewing – the more houses you see, the more chance of finding your dream home you have.
  
  
• Drive around the area you are looking to buy – the boards will give you an insight into which agents are prominent in the area.
  
  
• Seek financial advise early- check out what you can afford before you start looking to avoid disappointment; when making offers, any quality agent will ask what your financial arrangements are. Call 0121 744 4144  where we will be delighted to assist you with your planned move.

Top tips on selling your home

Selling your home is one of the biggest things most people will ever do. Smart Homes are here to make sure that your move is as stress free as possible.

• Choose the right estate agent - someone you feel comfortable with and have every confidence in. Remember the highest valuation is not always the correct one.
  
  
• Remove clutter - if you have clutter or children's toys try to confine them to a small place whilst the viewing takes place.
  
  
• First impressions count - paint peeling, overgrown gardens and dusty shelves will not create a good impression.
  
  
• Lighting - if you have a particular room that appears dark remember to leave a sidelight or ceiling light on during viewing.
  
  
• Highlight the good points - always start the viewing in your least favorite room, finishing in the best. The last room will be the one the buyer will remember.
  
  
• For Sale boards - these provide the main form of advertising for your property.