🏡 Complete Buyer Guide
Your comprehensive guide to buying property on SelfMove. From finding your dream home to completing the purchase, this guide covers everything you need to know.
Guide Sections
🚀 Getting Started
Welcome to your property buying journey! This comprehensive guide will help you navigate the entire process of purchasing your next home through SelfMove.
✅ What You'll Learn
- • How to search effectively for properties
- • What to look for during viewings
- • Understanding mortgages and financing
- • Making competitive offers
- • Navigating the legal purchase process
⏱️ Timeline Overview
- • Property search: 2-6 months
- • Mortgage application: 2-6 weeks
- • Offer to exchange: 6-12 weeks
- • Exchange to completion: 1-4 weeks
💡 Why Choose SelfMove?
Buy directly from sellers without estate agent markups. Get better prices, faster decisions, and direct communication with property owners. Plus, access to exclusive properties not listed elsewhere.
💰 Save Money as a Buyer
When sellers save on estate agent fees (typically £5,400 on a £300,000 property), they can often pass those savings to buyers through better pricing and flexibility.
Traditional Purchase:
Higher asking prices
(Seller needs to cover agent fees)
SelfMove Purchase:
More competitive pricing
(Direct seller savings)
Potential savings: £2,000-£5,000+ 🎉
Before You Start
Essential Preparation Steps:
- • Check your credit score
- • Calculate your budget
- • Save for deposit (5-20%)
- • Research mortgage options
- • Get mortgage agreement in principle
- • Find a solicitor/conveyancer
- • Consider survey/inspection needs
- • Plan for additional costs
Ready to Find Your Dream Home?
You now have all the knowledge you need to successfully buy your next property. Start your search today and find the perfect home!