As you know, the valuation of your property is an essential part of selling or letting the property. This means you’ll need to have a professional check your home and run through the most valuable and worrisome areas. They will then provide you with a valuation for your property, which you can use to set your price.
However, due to the fact that in-person valuations are not always possible these days, there is now another option available. A virtual valuation allows you to get the valuation service done without anyone stepping foot in your home.
What Does a Virtual Valuation Involve?
Usually, you’ll need to send in photos of the different areas of your home. However, the most important part of the valuation is the walkthrough. This will be done via a video messaging app such as Zoom, Whatsapp, or FaceTime and will allow you to show the agent your home. They can ask to see certain areas with more lighting, closer up, or ask for more details on specific parts of the home.
The valuation report will be sent to you with all the information that would normally be included in a valuation. It will include recent sales that compare with your home, a price estimate and all the other information usually included.
Do People View Virtual Valuations Differently?
A virtual valuation is the same as an in-person one, it’s just adapted to use video and photos to check the home. This is becoming more and more common now, so it’s an easy way to relieve the pressure of having someone come into your home for a view. If there is a lockdown, you have the ability to easily put your home up for sale even during the lockdown. This is actually a great time to do so, since more people are online anyway.
There are many more benefits, such as being able to easily schedule the best time for you and completing the process quicker. It’s also possible to check with more than one agent to determine who would be best for your to work with.
Where Can You Sign Up for a Virtual Valuation?
At Watsons, we offer iValuate or remote valuation options for those who prefer to interact online wherever possible. Whether this is because of COVID-19 or you have limited access to the property, you can rest assured that the process is simple, safe, and stress-free. You can sign up and submit the necessary information on our website, before then scheduling your remote valuation interview and walkthrough. Contact us today to learn more about our virtual valuations.
