Selling your house without an estate agent is becoming more popular than ever. With the rise of modern platforms like Off Agent, it’s easier to reach buyers directly and save thousands in commission fees. In fact, in countries like the United States, it’s completely normal for homeowners to sell privately using online platforms such as Zillow and ForSaleByOwner.com. The UK is now catching up —...
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📰 We’ve Been Featured in The Negotiator We’re proud to share that Off Agent has been featured in The Negotiator, one of the UK’s leading publications for estate agency professionals. The article, titled “Off Agent helping micro agents build powerful independent agencies”, shines a spotlight on our mission to support self-employed agents who want to break free from traditional agency...
Introduction If you’ve ever thought, “I want to sell my home without an estate agent,” you’re definitely not alone. More homeowners across the UK are ditching traditional estate agents and taking control of their property sale, and for good reason. The costs involved with traditional agents can add up, and sellers want a cheaper, more flexible way to get their property sold. This new wave of...
Introduction If you’re thinking, “I want to sell my home without an estate agent,” you’re probably aware that estate agents aren’t exactly cheap. But did you know the fees you see upfront might not be the full story? Many sellers get hit with unexpected costs that chip away at their sale proceeds. In this article, we’ll uncover the hidden costs of traditional estate agents and explain why...
Introduction If you’ve ever thought, “I want to sell my home without an estate agent,” you’re definitely not alone. More homeowners across the UK are ditching traditional estate agents and taking control of their property sale, and for good reason. The costs involved with traditional agents can add up, and sellers want a cheaper, more flexible way to get their property sold. This new wave of...
Why Does Selling Your Home Cost So Much? In the UK, selling a home is often the biggest financial transaction most of us ever make- but it’s also one of the most expensive. If you're wondering “what’s the cheapest way to sell my home in the UK?”, or searching “can I list my house on Rightmove without an estate agent?”, you’re not alone. The traditional system is stacked against home...
Why Modular Property Services Are Replacing the Traditional Estate Agent Model Introduction: Do You Really Need a Full-Service Estate Agent? If you're asking: “Can I sell my home without paying for services I don’t need?”“Do I really need professional photos, EPCs, and viewings all bundled in?”You’re not alone. Most UK homeowners who’ve sold in the last 20 years were offered the...
Embracing Transparency, Control, and Smarter Selling Tools Introduction: Are UK Home Sellers Ready to Take Control? Selling a house in the UK used to mean one thing: hire an estate agent, hand over control, and hope for the best. But today’s homeowner is different. If you’ve ever searched: “Can I sell my house without an estate agent in the UK?”“What are the best alternatives to estate...
Create a Compelling Listing That Sells Your Home Fast When selling your home without an estate agent, one of the most powerful tools at your disposal is your property listing. An eye-catching, well-crafted listing can make all the difference in attracting potential buyers, especially when you're listing on major platforms like Rightmove and Zoopla. In this guide, we’ll show you how to write a...
The simple, commission-free way to sell your house online in the UK Introduction: Can You Sell a House Without an Estate Agent? Selling a house in the UK traditionally involves estate agents, high commission fees, and long contracts. But did you know you can list your home on Rightmove and Zoopla without an agent? Many homeowners ask, “Can I list my house on Zoopla without an agent?” or...
