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Preparing to list your home
Listing your home for sale or rent can be a seamless experience with the right help. From getting photo shoot-ready to welcoming would-be buyers, discover how to maximise the potential of your space.
With the right guidance, selling or letting your home can be stress-free. We’re on hand to steer you through the process – paperwork, certificates, photography and all. We’ll help you navigate viewings and everything you need to have in place before you can receive an offer.
Considering listing your house or apartment? Let’s talk.
"Our experience with Domus Nova was first class – from the initial phone call to enquire if they might sell our house, all the way through to completion of the process. Strong communication, great advice and most importantly a good outcome."
- Andrew Zein, client
Listing your home
Getting your home ready
We start by understanding your home and your goals. Together, we shape a strategy that suits you – advising on timing, design, presentation and positioning. From period listed homes to contemporary new-builds, we’ll help you prepare your space so it’s seen at its very best.
Photography that does your home justice
First impressions matter. We work with specialist photographers who capture architecture, light and detail. We’ll guide you on when to shoot, how to style each room and which small changes – from decluttering to refreshing bedding – will make the biggest impact. Flexibility is key here and may well lead to superior photos, and increased interest.
The essentials before you go live
Before launch, a few practical pieces need to be in place. We’ll organise your EPC, professional floorplans and, for rentals, your electrical safety report. We’ll also gather details about your home’s specification – from architects and design specs to electrical appliances – to elevate the way it’s marketed.
Viewings, your way
Viewings are where interest turns into offers. Your negotiator will manage everything around your preferences – timings, access and etiquette. Thoughtful presentation helps viewers imagine living there, and for sales, a second viewing with you present can add valuable insight.
Required paperwork to let your home
Certain essential paperwork needs to be in place prior to a successful let. It’s worth noting that, in the case of a short let, your home may be subject to additional inventory requirements that don’t apply to long lets.
Landlords of all rented accommodation need to supply copies of the following documents to tenants:
- The EPC
- The EICR
- Gas safety record
- Property inventory (strongly advised)
If the tenancy is an AST (Assured Shorthold Tenancy), the government’s How to Rent guide and certain specific documentation of the chosen deposit protection scheme should also be provided.
Required paperwork to sell your home
As early as possible, speak to your solicitor about the legalities and required documentation for selling your home. We can recommend great solicitors from our trusted network. Completing the Property Information Form (TA6), Fittings and Fixtures Form (TA10) and, if applicable, the Leasehold Information Form (TA7) in advance will reduce the time it takes to exchange.
The paperwork required to sell your home includes:
- Your ID
- The EPC
- Proof of address
- Proof of ownership
If applicable, the following documentation will also be required:
- Any associated mortgage and secured loan details
- Building regulations or planning consent documents
- Guarantees such as damp proofing
- Third-party notices or covenant consent
- Certain specific details of the company or trust (if a company or trust is purchasing the property)
- Part P Building Regulation Certificate (if the electrical wiring has been altered or extended since January 2005)
A leasehold property will also require:
- The Leasehold Property Information Form
- Up-to-date buildings insurance
- The latest service charge and ground rent statements
- Contact details of the freeholder, landlord or management company
- The share certificate, if applicable
Selling or letting your home doesn’t need to feel daunting. By understanding your goals and tailoring our service to you, we make sure your property is presented at its finest.
Our editorial-quality marketing brings design, space and lifestyle into focus. Our experienced team guides you through every step, while our property management offering give landlords complete peace of mind.
With more than 20 years’ experience matchmaking discerning buyers and sellers as well as landlords and renters, our impressive portfolio and outstanding network are testament to the value added by our expert team.
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