1) Sales under time pressure, poor preparation

The effort and scope of selling a property are often underestimated. A frequent consequence is the resulting time pressure, which has a negative impact on the sales price. Mistakes in the preparation of the sale can have far-reaching consequences – and not just financial ones. After all, the buyer must also obtain financing from their bank with the information and documents provided. Inadequate preparation can cause the sales project to fail at any stage.

Tip: Leave nothing to chance. Take enough time to prepare for the sale of your property.

Set your goals and plan the steps of the sale with foresight. Let our professional service support you in the targeted and best possible sale of your property.

2) Incorrect estimation of the purchase price

The asking price is always based on the value of the property. However, the owner’s personal assessment is often very different: The sales price is estimated too high or too low. In both cases, a financial loss is incurred and the buyer may not be able to finance the property. Our fair market valuation is made up of various factors. In our valuation, we only consider properties that are comparable to yours. This applies to the type of house or apartment as well as the property location and furnishings. Determining the purchase price is a crucial aspect of a successful real estate sale.

Tip: Our process evaluates the properties sold in your region and thus determines a realistic sales price in line with the market. Don’t give away any money.

You can find everything you need to know about the valuation here:

• Valuate property

3) Incomplete or missing documents

Obtaining and submitting documents for the sale of the property is necessary at every stage. Prospective buyers, authorities, offices and banks require documents or issue them. Compile all the necessary documents as early as possible. Current land register extracts are issued by the local court, and the declarations of division for the residential complex are also important. The complete key data on the property, which can be found in the construction plans, land register extracts and site plans, will be requested by serious prospective buyers at the latest at the viewing appointment. If an energy certificate or important documents are not available at an early stage, potential buyers may lose interest or the sale may fall through at a later date – for example, if the bank objects to missing documents or a purchase price that is too high.

Tip: If you wish, we can obtain many of the required documents for you.

Here is a list of the most important documents for house and apartment sales:

1. Floor plans
2. Site plan
3. Land register extract
4. Fire insurance certificate
5. An overview of the ancillary costs
6. List of all renovation work
7. Photos
8. The current energy certificate
9. The specification of the living space
10. Any existing rental agreements
11. If there is more than one owner, please specify the ownership structure
12. A detailed description of the property

More about the most important documents here:

• Documents sale

4) Poorly represented property

Today, properties are sold online – regardless of whether it is a divorce, separation or inheritance. Prospective buyers search for suitable properties in social media and online databases on the Internet. Present your property in the best possible way and in line with your target group.

Tip: Before the viewing appointment and even before the first photo session, the property for sale must appear well maintained and homely.

Don’t miss out on getting your property in top condition inside and out.

• Do not put off repair work and maintenance any longer.
• Declutter and create a clear impression.
• Ensure cleanliness and a homely and appealing atmosphere.

Home staging” pays off. This involves preparing the property so that potential buyers feel right at home and fall in love with the property. We will be happy to provide you with advice. Some tips on home staging:

• Remove personal items before the viewing appointment
• Enhance the property visually and emotionally

5) Photos: Daylight, open space and diversity

However, the most important factor is probably the pictures – especially for real estate marketing and the exposé. A buyer naturally wants to see as much of the property as possible to get an idea of whether the property could be something for them.

To take great pictures of your property, there are a few things you need to bear in mind: First of all, the rooms should of course be tidy and clean. You should also make sure you take the pictures in daylight so that the rooms can be seen clearly and buyers can assess how much daylight enters the rooms.

The most beautiful room, the roof terrace, the open kitchen or perhaps the bay window with a view. Your cover picture should be the most expressive and represent the best of the property. Pictures of all rooms and, if available, the garden/balcony/terrace, an exterior view and, above all, a floor plan should not be missing.

Photo tips at a glance:

• Rooms clean and tidy
• Daylight (speaks for bright rooms)
• First picture should be the best photo
• Cover all rooms and surfaces
• Floor plan

You can find out what is important in an exposé here:

• Create an exposé

6) Poorly prepared for the viewing appointment

Prospective buyers have important questions at viewing appointments. They need time to familiarize themselves with the property and its surroundings. Competent and technically sound information is expected when it comes to structural issues. When selling properties, detailed questions are asked about the common property, as these shares are also purchased together with the property.

Tip: We will help you with any questions you may have at the viewing appointment. We already make a pre-selection when selecting prospective buyers so that neither time nor effort is wasted.

We take care of the sales negotiations for you. With our many years of experience, we can conduct the negotiations for the sale of your property very successfuly. As estate agents, we remain objective and do not allow ourselves to be pressured into decisions.

• Viewing appointment tips

Conclusion: How to avoid mistakes & risks?

If you want to sell your property and avoid these pitfalls from the outset, contact a real estate agency directly. Real estate agents are contacts with expertise who not only have years of experience, but also the necessary know-how and knowledge.

With an estate agent’s service, you can avoid lengthy negotiations and negative buyers, so that you can have a purchase contract drawn up for the property promptly and initiate the handover.

Condominiums, sales and estate agents – everything you need to know

With a population of around 750,000 and an area of almost 750 square kilometers, Frankfurt am Main is one of Germany’s major cities alongside Berlin, Hamburg and Munich. In A-locations such as Frankfurt, you need a keen sense of price, as the prices per square meter are significantly higher than in the surrounding area. Depending on how quickly you want to sell your condominium in Frankfurt, you need to reach the right buyers with creditworthiness, genuine interest, an appropriate exposé and price.

Stephan M. Czaja (Lukinski)

Here we and I give you an insight into the steps involved in the sale!

Tip! We also buy directly in NRW and Cologne if you want or need to sell your apartment quickly.

• Contact us

Frankfurt am Main: Location in Hesse

Here’s a quick look at the location with a view of Frankfurt from above.

Selling an apartment privately or with an estate agent?

Let’s start with the most important question for salespeople:

Sell privately or with an estate agent? Both are possible, it depends on your time.

Selling an apartment without an estate agent

If you have the time and experience to manage all the steps of a property sale on your own, including the valuation, pricing, preparation of exposés and documents, as well as conducting preliminary discussions with potential buyers and the purchase transaction, then you have the opportunity to sell your property without the help of an estate agent.

Work without a broker if:

• You have time (and nerves) for the preparation and sales process

Selling an apartment with an estate agent

However, if you want to save time and avoid unnecessarily prolonging the sales process, it is advisable to use an estate agent.

Hire a real estate agent if:

• You want to save time & spare your nerves

Good real estate agent in Frankfurt? Give me a call or write to me:

• Contact via e-mail
• Phone: 0221 165 323 72

Real estate valuation: Determining the purchase price

Every owner should consider a professional valuation for their Frankfurt apartment. The fact is that a property sale based on gut feeling or the mere mention of an ideal value often leads to an overvaluation and the associated consequences. Not having a valuation can prolong a sale. Another risk is high losses due to a sale price that is too low.

The realistic purchase price is determined during the real estate valuation

Data on the location, property and plot size, fixtures and fittings and infrastructural integration are used to determine the market value. A neutrally determined and fact-based offer price ensures your serious performance and is a basis for the profitable and secure sale of real estate in Frankfurt.

These factors influence the value of the property:

• Location
• Equipment
• Condition
• Construction method
• Infrastructure of the district
• Comparison objects

Procedure: From preparation to handover

Selling your apartment in Frankfurt in the best possible way requires more than just organizational talent and negotiating skills. As a seller, it is essential to always have an overview of the current status of the sales process and to know which step is required next to ensure that everything runs smoothly. The sales process can be divided into three phases.

The 3 phases of selling a home:

1. Preparation phase
2. Sales phase
3. Processing

Let’s take a closer look at the exact process:

Planning: Documents, exposé & Co.

Well prepared is already half sold! This also applies to apartments in Frankfurt. So make sure you have all the important documents in advance. This includes the land register extract, energy certificate and invoices for past renovation and modernization measures. You should also decide in good time whether you would prefer to sell privately or with an estate agent and set a realistic sales period. Get an overview of the incidental costs and prepare a professional real estate exposé.

The individual steps of the preparation phase:

• Private sale or with an estate agent?
• Real estate valuation
• Compile documents
• Preparean exposé
• Set a realistic time frame
• Draw up a financial plan

Marketing an apartment: Sales strategies

The property has been prepared for sale, all the documents are together and the sales period has been set? Then you now need to sell your apartment. To do this, you can choose between three sales strategies, the advantages and disadvantages of which vary depending on the location, type of apartment and type of house.

Read more here! Marketing a property: Strategy

You can therefore choose between these three strategies:

• Offensive
• Defensive
• Off Market

Once your apartment has been advertised and contact has been established with prospective buyers, organize viewing appointments, carry out credit checks and conduct sales talks. Don’t be afraid to use your existing documents as an argument during the purchase price negotiations.

Completing the sale: Purchase contract and handover

Once the buyer has been found and their creditworthiness has been checked, the final steps of the sale are initiated. You and the buyer sign the contract at the notary’s office. Payment of the agreed purchase price is then made once the land register has been updated. This is also known as the priority notice of conveyance. As soon as you have received the purchase price, either directly into your account or in advance via the notary’s escrow account, you hand over your apartment to the new owner.

Here is an overview of the final steps:

• Notary appointment
• Notarization
• Signature
• Entry in the land register
• Handover of the property

You have now officially sold your apartment in Frankfurt – congratulations!

Valuation, sales & advice in Frankfurt

Selling property in Frankfurt – You have already learned a lot in this guide to selling apartments in Frankfurt. Frankfurt is an A-location and a hub in Hesse, but also in Germany. Located in the middle of the country, the city is only a few hours away from Cologne, Düsseldorf, Stuttgart and the like. Good conditions for sales.

You don’t want to deal with the sales details?

Write to me or give me a call!

• Contact via e-mail
• Phone: 0221 165 323 72

Condominiums, sales and estate agents – everything you need to know

The German capital Berlin stretches out in the shadow of the impressive television tower. Potsdam and Brandenburg are also just a stone’s throw away. In prime A-locations such as Berlin, a keen sense of pricing is required. Prices per square meter are noticeably higher here compared to the surrounding region. Depending on how quickly you want to sell your condominium in Berlin, it is important to approach the right potential buyers – people with a solid credit rating, genuine interest and reasonable asking prices.

Stephan M. Czaja (Lukinski

Here we and I give you an insight into the steps involved in the sale!

Tip! In Berlin, we also buy directly if you want or need to sell your apartment quickly.

• Contact us

Berlin: Location and map

Here’s a quick look at the location with a view of Berlin from above.

Selling an apartment privately or with an estate agent?

Let’s start with the most important question for salespeople:

Sell privately or with an estate agent? Both are possible, it depends on your time.

Selling an apartment without an estate agent

If you have the opportunity to invest time in a personal assessment or in obtaining an appraisal, whether it is for determining an offer price, compiling documents and records, preparing an exposé, taking photos or posting them on online portals through to the conclusion of the purchase contract and the appointment with the notary, then it is perfectly feasible to sell your apartment without the involvement of an estate agent.

Work without a broker if:

• You have time (and nerves) for the preparation and sales process

Selling an apartment with an estate agent

If you want to save time and spare your nerves, hire a real estate agent. It’s as simple as that.

Hire a real estate agent if:

• You want to save time & spare your nerves

Good real estate agent in Berlin? Give me a call or write to me:

• Contact via e-mail
• Phone: 030 398 204 202

Real estate valuation: Determining the purchase price

It is essential for every homeowner in Berlin to have their property properly valued. This is because selling a property based on a gut feeling or a subjective assessment of the ideal value often leads to an overestimation of the actual property value and without a professional valuation, the sales process usually takes considerably longer. Another drawback: high losses due to a sales price that is set too low.

The realistic purchase price is determined during the real estate valuation

In order to determine the market value, various data is taken into account, including information on the location, the size of the property and the plot, the fixtures and fittings and the connection to the infrastructure. A neutrally determined asking price based on objective facts ensures a trustworthy approach and forms a solid basis for a successful and secure sale of real estate in Berlin, where profitability is the main focus.

These factors influence the value of the property:

• Infrastructure of the district
• Comparison objects
• Location
• Equipment
• Condition
• Construction method

Procedure: From preparation to handover

Ensuring the optimal sale of your Berlin apartment requires more than just negotiating skills and organizational talent. As a seller, it is equally important to always keep track of the current status of the process and to know which step is required next for a successful conclusion. The sales process can be divided into three clear phases.

The 3 phases of selling a home:

1. Preparation phase
2. Sales phase
3. Processing

Let’s take a closer look at the exact process:

Planning: Documents, exposé & Co.

Well prepared is already half sold! This also applies to apartments in Berlin. So make sure you have all the important documents in advance. This includes the land register extract, energy certificate and invoices for past renovation and modernization measures. Also decide whether you would prefer to sell privately or with an estate agent and set a realistic sales period. Get an overview of the incidental costs and create a professional real estate exposé.

The individual steps of the preparation phase:

• Private sale or with an estate agent?
• Real estate valuation
• Compile documents
• Preparean exposé
• Set a realistic time frame
• Draw up a financial plan

Marketing an apartment: Sales strategies

The property has been prepared for sale, all the documents are together and the sales period has been set? Then you are now faced with the task of successfuly selling your home. In this context, you have a choice of three different sales strategies, which vary according to location, apartment type and house type.

Read more here! Marketing a property: Strategy

You can therefore choose between these three strategies:

• Offensive
• Defensive
• Off Market

Once your apartment has been advertised and contact has been established with prospective buyers, organize viewing appointments, carry out credit checks and conduct sales talks. Don’t be afraid to use your existing documents as an argument during the purchase price negotiations.

Completing the sale: Purchase contract and handover

Once the buyer has been found and their creditworthiness has been checked, the final steps of the sale are initiated. You and the buyer sign the contract at the notary’s office. This is followed by Payment of the negotiated purchase price after updating the land register, or as a technical term: priority notice of conveyance. Once you have received the purchase price, for example directly into your account or in advance via the notary’s escrow account, you hand over your apartment to the new owner.

Here is an overview of the final steps:

• Notary appointment
• Notarization
• Signature
• Entry in the land register
• Handover of the property

You have now officially sold your apartment in Berlin – congratulations!

Valuation, sales & advice in Berlin

Selling property in Berlin – You have already learned a lot in this guide to selling apartments in Berlin. As the capital of Germany, Berlin is one of the most important hubs in the whole of Germany. Good conditions for a sale.

You don’t want to deal with the sales details?

Write to me or give me a call!

• Contact via e-mail
• Phone: 030 398 204 202

Condominiums, sales and estate agents – everything you need to know

The Hanseatic city of Hamburg not only impresses with its strong economy, international flair and growing job market, but also with its many chic districts. Anyone looking to sell their apartment in a prime A-location like Hamburg should have a keen sense of pricing. Local prices per square meter are significantly more expensive than in the surrounding areas. If you are planning to sell your condominium in Hamburg quickly, it is important to approach the right potential buyers – people with a solid credit rating, genuine interest and reasonable asking prices.

Stephan M. Czaja (Lukinski

Here we and I give you an insight into the steps involved in the sale!

Tip! In Hamburg, we also buy directly if you want or need to sell your apartment quickly.

• Contact us

Hamburg: Location and map

Here’s a quick look at the location with a view of Hamburg from above.

Selling an apartment privately or with an estate agent?

Let’s start with one of the most important questions for salespeople. You are probably wondering:

Sell privately or with an estate agent? Both are possible, it depends on your time.

Selling an apartment without an estate agent

If you have the opportunity to invest time in a personal assessment or in obtaining an appraisal, whether it is for determining an offer price, compiling documents and records, preparing an exposé, taking photos or posting them on online portals through to the conclusion of the purchase contract and the appointment with the notary, then it is perfectly feasible to sell your apartment without the involvement of an estate agent.

Work without a broker if:

• You have time (and nerves) for the preparation and sales process

Selling an apartment with an estate agent

However, if you want to save yourself both time and stress, you should use an estate agent.

Hire a real estate agent if:

• You want to save time & spare your nerves

Good real estate agent in Hamburg? Give me a call or write to me:

• Contact via e-mail
• Phone: 030 398 204 202

Real estate valuation: Determining the purchase price

A property sale based on gut feeling or a subjective assessment of the ideal value often leads to an overestimation of the actual property value. To avoid future problems during the sales process, a professional valuation of your property is therefore essential. In addition, without a valuation, you run the risk of the sale being unnecessarily protracted and incurring high losses due to an overestimated purchase price.

The realistic purchase price is determined during the real estate valuation

Various data play an important role in determining the market value. This includes information on the location, the size of the property and the plot, the fixtures and fittings and the connection to the infrastructure. A neutrally determined asking price based on objective facts ensures a trustworthy approach and forms a solid basis for a successful and secure sale of real estate in Hamburg, where profitability is the main focus.

These factors influence the value of the property:

• Infrastructure of the district
• Comparison objects
• Location
• Equipment
• Condition
• Construction method

Procedure: From preparation to handover

Ensuring that the sale of your apartment in Hamburg goes smoothly requires more than just negotiating skills and organizational talent. As a seller, it is also crucial to always keep an eye on the progress of the sales process and know which step is required next.

Here are the 3 phases of selling an apartment:

1. Preparation phase
2. Sales phase
3. Processing

Let’s take a closer look at the exact process:

Planning: Documents, exposé & Co.

Well prepared is already half sold! This also applies to apartments in Hamburg. That’s why you should make sure you have all the important documents in advance. This includes the land register extract, energy certificate and invoices for past renovation and modernization measures. You should also decide whether you would prefer to sell privately or with an estate agent and set a realistic sales period. You should also not forget an overview of the incidental costs incurred and the preparation of a professional real estate exposé.

The individual steps of the preparation phase:

• Private sale or with an estate agent?
• Real estate valuation
• Compile documents
• Preparean exposé
• Set a realistic time frame
• Draw up a financial plan

Marketing an apartment: Sales strategies

The property is prepared for sale, all the documents are together and the sales period has been set? Then now is the time to sell your home successfuly. In this context, you have the option of choosing between three different sales strategies, which vary according to location, apartment type and house type.

Read more here! Marketing a property: Strategy

You can therefore choose between these three strategies:

• Offensive
• Defensive
• Off Market

Once your apartment has been advertised and contact has been established with prospective buyers, the next step is to organize viewing appointments and conduct credit checks and sales talks. Don’t be afraid to use your existing documents as a basis for argumentation during the purchase price negotiations.

Completing the sale: Purchase contract and handover

Once the buyer has been found and their creditworthiness has been checked, the final steps of the sale are now initiated. You and the buyer sign the contract at the notary’s office. This is followed by Payment of the negotiated purchase price after updating the land register, also known as the priority notice of conveyance. Once you have received the purchase price, for example directly into your account or in advance via the notary’s escrow account, you hand over your apartment to the new owner.

Here is an overview of the final steps:

• Notary appointment
• Notarization
• Signature
• Entry in the land register
• Handover of the property

Your apartment in Hamburg is now officially sold – congratulations!

Valuation, sales & advice in Hamburg

Selling property in Hamburg – You’ve already learned a lot in this guide to selling apartments in Hamburg. As Germany’s largest Hanseatic city, Hamburg is one of the most important hubs in the whole of Germany. Good conditions for a sale.

You don’t want to deal with the sales details?

Write to me or give me a call!

• Contact via e-mail
• Phone: 030 398 204 202

Apartment for sale in Cologne Kriel

Formerly known as the “Herrliche Kriel”, the former village settlement has now become one of the top adresses in the upscale Lindenthal district of Cologne. The location is excellent, the connections to the other districts of Cologne very good and the standard of living high. The Beethovenpark and Hans-Groß-Park allow relaxation and recreation and the cityscape is characterized by romantic old buildings and modern new construction.

Learn all the steps here: Sell property

Therefore, in Kriel you can count on a quick apartment sale:

• Excellent location
• Very good connection to other parts of the city
• High standard of living
• Variety of green spaces
• Beautiful cityscape

Between Deckstein & Klettenberg: Map

The district of Kriel in Lindenthal stretches from Sülzgürtel to Morbacher Straße and borders Deckstein, Neu-Lindenthal and Klettenberg. The neighborhoods of Braunsfeld, Junkersdorf and Neuehrenfeld are also not far away by car and public transport.

Now a look at the mesolayer of Kriel:

Kirchberger Straße, Morbacher Straße & Co: Guidebook

Apartments in Kriel have enjoyed great popularity for quite some time. This is reflected in the prices per square meter. These are particularly high in the south-west of the district. The most expensive streets include Kirchberger Strasse, Hermeskeiler Strasse, Morbacher Strasse and Guldenbachstrasse. Apartments are also in high demand near Zülpicher Strasse. We will come to the exact prices per square meter in a moment.

Here are our free guides in advance.

• Sell apartment
• Sell house
• Sell apartment house
• Sell land
• Overview: Sell property

Loft, old building apartment & penthouse: square meter prices

If you would like to sell your apartment in Kriel, you can expect an average of 5,550 euros per square meter, in the south-west of the city even 6,000 euros. The exact asking price of your property depends on the valuation. We always recommend having this done professionally. Year of construction, equipment, location and condition of the property are only a few of the decisive factors.

You can find out more here:

• Rate apartment
• Rate house
• Rate apartment house
• Rate property
• Overview: Valuing real estate

Valuing an apartment: Determining the asking price

Every owner wants to market his property at the best possible price. For the buyer, the price must be realistic and comprehensible based on the characteristics of the property. In the offer price determination, gut feeling is not a good advisor, as emotions get in the way of a realistic price determination. With a market value appraisal from a professional valuation, you can find out what the optimal selling price is. If an offer is too expensive, the sale is unnecessarily protracted and can even declare a property a “slow seller”.

Advantage of the valuation: setting a realistic price

When it comes to determining the value of the property, the size, location and condition of the property play an important role. Other influential details are the demand in the particular location in Kriel, as well as the comparative prices with other properties. Turn to an experienced real estate agent for the valuation, you exclude the risk of loss and all other pitfalls. You save time and do not have to deal with the complex issue of selling real estate yourself.

These factors affect the value of your home:

• Location
• Size
• State
• Year of manufacture
• Equipment
• Market situation

A garden, terrace or balcony also increase the value of your apartment:

Process: From planning to execution

Selling a condominium requires consideration in terms of the appropriate timing and must be well planned. Extensive preparations are necessary. In addition, the appropriate price must be found and the property must be marketed in the best possible way. This is followed by the completion of the sale, in which you will be assisted by a notary as a neutral intermediary. The entire sales process can be divided into three phases:

Preparation – Sale – Settlement

So that you have the most important steps of the process at a glance, here is our checklist:

1. Assemble important documents
2. Rate apartment
3. Create exposé
4. Advertise apartment
5. Preparesales meetings
6. Conducttours
7. Credit check of the interested parties
8. Draw uppurchase contract
9. Notarization & Signature
10. Processing

Let’s take a closer look at each phase.

Preparation phase: timing & financial planning

As part of the sales planning process, you will be faced with questions about the duration and process of the sale, as well as the asking price that is appropriate for your property. Write down in advance what ancillary sales costs you will incur. These include the broker’s commission, notary fees, fees for obtaining individual documents and, if applicable, the cost of advertising your home. Also, set a realistic selling date and consider what modernization and renovation work you will need to do in advance.

These factors are what preparation is all about:

• Sales period
• Service charges
• Real estate preparation

Sales phase: marketing & purchase price negotiations

To get your apartment to the buyer, you need to market your property first. This can be done either defensively or offensively. If you prefer a discreet sale or if your apartment is particularly exclusive and luxurious, you can also opt for an off market sale.

Continue reading here: Marketing real estate

Three marketing strategies:

• Defensive
• Offensive
• Off Market

The listing of your apartment is followed by the viewing. In order to get a better picture of the apartment, most future owners would like to attend the viewing in person. It is rare that the prospective buyers are represented by someone else. Prepare yourself thoroughly for the sales talks and purchase price negotiations and dare to use your documents as a support for your argumentation.

Processing: Purchase contract, notarization & handover

The buyer is found? Congratulations! If the credit check is positive, you can start drafting the purchase contract. This will then be signed and notarized together with the buyer at the notary appointment. Important: Do not hand over the apartment until you have received the full purchase price. You have two options for paying the purchase price: Either have the money transferred directly or have it done through the notary’s escrow account.

Apartment handover only after receipt of the full purchase price

The property must be handed over broom-clean, so you should thoroughly clean and tidy your apartment beforehand:

Sell apartment privately or with a broker?

This question faces every owner who wants to sell his apartment. Private owners usually undertake the sale of apartments only once in a lifetime and do not have the necessary experience. If you want to sell a property in Kriel, you should consider in advance whether it is an offer to owner-occupiers or to capital investors. Even if the key data are the same: to convince an investor, even more negotiation expertise and real estate core competence are necessary.

Target group influences sales strategy

In other words, the more exclusive the property, the more we advise leaving the sale to an expert. Here is an overview of the advantages and tasks of a real estate agent.

Hiring a real estate agent: tasks & benefits

An experienced real estate agent supports you during the entire sales phase and also advises you on the topics of taxes and financing. He takes care of the preparation and planning of the sale, the sales phase and settlement. The advantage for you as a seller: You save time, energy and by avoiding unnecessary mistakes also costs! Some brokers also bring along their own buyer and investor network, which makes the sale immensely easier.

Advantages: More time & less stress

The tasks of a broker summarized:

• Valuation of the property
• Checking the buyer’s creditworthiness
• Creation of a professional exposé
• Creation of meaningful photos of your object
• Procurement of all documentsnecessary for the sale
• Development of a marketing strategy
• Coordination & implementation of visits
• Preparation of the purchase contract
• Conducting sales negotiations until closing
• Accompaniment of the notarization procedure
• Professional object handover

Private real estate sale without an agent: tips

If you decide to sell your apartment without the help of a real estate agent, it depends on a few details. Plan in advance what additional costs you will incur and how long the sale of the apartment may take. Analyze your target group in advance and choose a suitable marketing strategy. Protect yourself from non-payment by checking the creditworthiness of the prospective buyers and prepare a handover protocol in addition to the purchase contract.

Here is our guide: Selling property privately

With these tips, you will be well prepared for a private sale:

• Weigh incidental costs in advance
• Determine realistic time of sale
• Detailed preparation
• Select suitable marketing strategy
• Check creditworthiness of the buyer
• Prepare handover protocol

Selling in the media metropolis: XL guidebook

With over 1 million inhabitants, the media metropolis on the Rhine is one of the hubs in NRW, but also in Germany. Located in western Germany, the city borders other metropolitan areas such as Düsseldorf and Bonn. The media city can be found directly on the Rhine and can be divided into different parts and districts. Neighboring cities include Düsseldorf, Bonn and Leverkusen. Cologne stands for media, TV and press like no other city in Germany. That is why the metropolis on the Rhine is constantly growing. Südstadt, Altstadt, Ringe, Ehrenfeld or Sülz, where is the best place to live?

Here are our exclusive guides:

• Real Estate Cologne
• Sell property Cologne