This article could stop you losing tens of thousands of pounds

This article could stop you losing tens of thousands of pounds

Independent research from a property tech company (Spectre) found sellers who switch agent were 34% more likely to sell than those who reduced their price if they have been on the market for 8 weeks or more.

For example, in one of the areas Mortlock & Joyce operates in there have been 114 price reductions made so far this year with the average drop being 5.6%*. This meant sellers in this area had lost out on an average of £26,824. Spectre also found these sellers are likely to achieve 12% more for their home by switching agents.
 
Here are 4 more ideas on what your agent can be doing right now that will increase interest levels and hopefully stop you from losing you a huge sum of money or having to change agents.

Do you have a marketing video? Rightmove says it generates 6% more property enquiries. More exposure and higher viewer levels will achieve a premium price for your home.

Has it been actively marketed on their social channels? One of our most recent reels reached just over 1,500,000 people, which helped us find our buyer and achieve 5% more than the asking price.

Does your advert have a premium listing? It increases property views by 20% on Rightmove!

Has your home had a Rightmove feature property added? It more than doubles property views!

If everything above is done and you're still not getting a satisfactory level of interest, the team would be happy to get on a call with you and offer some advice on the advert and strategy.



Get in touch with us

April is a good time for buyers to focus on readiness rather than guesswork. In a market where choice has improved but confidence remains mixed, being organised can make all the difference when the right home comes along.

As we move through May 2026, buyers are seeing more homes come to market, but affordability still matters. Here is what today’s mix of greater choice, steady demand and higher mortgage costs means if you are planning a move.

Buying a home can feel easier when you know your budget, priorities and next steps. With mortgage costs still influencing decisions, preparation is one of the biggest advantages buyers have.

April is the final window for landlords in England to prepare for the first phase of the Renters’ Rights Act. With the new tenancy regime starting on 1 May 2026, now is the time to review paperwork, processes and whether self-management still feels realistic.