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Editor’s Letter ESPC NEWS

34 Why using a solicitor estate agent
makes all the difference

ESPC represents solicitor estate agents – but do you know
what makes them so beneficial?

ou’ll already know that ESPC exclusively Knowledge of the local market
46 Yagency firms. Unlike independent estate ESPC solicitor estate agents have access to
lists properties marketed by solicitor estate
the latest market data, so they can advise
agents, solicitor estate agents can handle your sale you on the status of the housing market,
and/or purchase under one roof, making the whole down to the selling prices of homes just like
experience much smoother. yours, or homes like the one you’re thinking
Hello, and welcome to the April issue of ESPC Property & Interiors! of offering on, to help you make the most
But that’s not all – here’s a rundown of the reasons informed decision.
why a solicitor estate agent can make all the
Spring is finally here, and if you, like me, can’t wait to tackle the clutter difference to your property journey.
that seems to accumulate every winter and get your home looking fresh Only solicitor estate agents can use
for the season ahead, there’s plenty of tips in our Interiors Insider section ESPC
– from professional decluttering tips to incorporating the ‘unexpected A smoother process ESPC is the first property portal of choice for
red’ trend into your home, we’ve got you covered. Solicitor estate agents offer an all-encompassing buyers and sellers, and you can only have
approach, handling not just the marketing and your property listed with us if you use one
negotiating, but also the legal processes on both of our solicitor estate agent member firms.
If the season ahead poses bigger questions than how many books is
too many, we’ve got plenty for that too. Our expert contributors answer sides, ensuring a seamless transition from listing to Market research shows that ESPC is the first
completion.
the quandary of whether to buy a new build or period home on page 14, place buyers come to look for properties, so
how a guarantor mortgage works on page 18, and how to get started in it’s the best place for your home to appear.
With thousands of househunters visiting
Laura property investment on page 16. Exceptionally high standards espc.com daily, and hundreds of thousands
Solicitor estate agents are held to the highest
We’re also looking at the tender topic of knowing when it’s time to move standards of conduct, as mandated by the Law of property alerts sent each week, you won’t
Laura Mearns, on from your home, as well as some of the best areas for culture lovers Society of Scotland. This means that clients can find a better place to market your property.
Editor and water babies alike. trust that they’re in the most professional hands.
ESPC solicitor estate agents can also agree to even
higher codes of conduct when signing up to the
As always, we’re shining a spotlight on some of the most stunning homes ESPC Charter.
currently on the market too, so if you’re thinking of making a move this
spring, you can find your dream next home here, or on espc.com.
A higher price for your home
Market research conducted by ESPC reaffirmed
that solicitor estate agents consistently secure a
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EDITORIAL: Laura Mearns accuracy, but persons accepting or offering to accept
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EMAIL: espcmagazine@espc.com article do so at their own risk. Ready to get started? Head to espc.com/find-an-agent
DESIGN: Melissa Shankland to find a solicitor estate agent near you.
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