Selling your empty property
One of the quickest and easier ways of dealing with your empty property is to sell the property. The housing market is currently very strong which makes it the perfect option for an owner who has no interest in bringing the property back into use themselves.
The Council holds a list of empty property developers and investors who are interested in purchasing empty properties within Caerphilly Borough to bring them back into use. This list can be used by empty property owners within the borough who are interested in selling their properties to a developer. This is often a quicker way to sell your property and is normally hassle free and avoids any agency fees.
The developers have not been vetted and the offer to be placed on the list is open to everyone. The empty property owner will need to contact the developers directly and any negotiation or agreements will be made between both parties independently of the council. The empty property owner will be responsible for ensuring they obtain a fair price and for the conveyancing. It is recommended that you seek legal advice and obtain an independent valuation of your property when negotiating and agreeing the terms of sale.
If you wish to discuss this in further detail please contact private sector housing to discuss your intentions for the property on 01443 811378 or Email privatesectorhousing@caerphilly.gov.uk
Property auctions are increasing in popularity and can often be a quick and effective way of disposing of a property, including those that are considered difficult to sell and often results in a good price being achieved for dilapidated or unusual properties. They are typically a quicker means of selling a property than via an estate agent as the property is generally listed for the auction within 1 month and completion of the sale takes place within 20-30 days of the auction. Demand from multiple buyers can quickly drive up the price of the property, or you may even receive an offer for the property prior to the auction, which if you choose to accept, will avoid the need to go to auction.
We have engaged with local auction companies to offer an exclusive and discounted package for empty property owners looking to sell the property through Auction. The discounted package may include no upfront cost, no sale no fee benefit and a discounted sellers’ fee. This is only available with a referral from Caerphilly Borough County Council Empty Property Officer.
If you wish to discuss this in further detail, please contact private sector housing to discuss your intentions for the property on 01443 811378 or email privatesectorhousing@caerphilly.gov.uk
Selling your property through an estate agent is likely to be easier than selling it yourself if you have no previous experience, however, it will cost more. Estate agents will value, market and sell your property, arrange viewings, negotiate a price, liaise with your solicitor and deal with the paperwork. You can expect to pay an estate agent between 0.75% and 3.0% of the selling price plus VAT, so it is advisable to shop around first for the best offer. To find a local estate agent, visit www.naea.co.uk/find-agent
We have engaged with local estate agents to offer an exclusive special offer for empty property owners looking to sell the property through them. This is only available with a referral from Caerphilly Borough County Council Empty Property Officer. For a list of these special offers please contact private sector housing to discuss your intentions for the property on 01443 811378 or email privatesectorhousing@caerphilly.gov.uk
