I have been considering downsizing recently, and have had a single valuation.
Fees were 1.25% + vat...to include all advertising and accompanied viewing if necessary.
The sales agent is well established and an ok guy who tells me that houseprices, excluding London, are generally falling nationwide, so my own valuation was about 5 to 8% higher than his.
Not particularly good news and I just wondered if 1.25% selling fee was the norm. Obviously I shall contact other local agents, and might even be cheeky and suggest a fixed fee. My previous home was sold privately 15 years ago...ads in local papers. If I decide to sell I think I shall pursue this particular avenue first.
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