"We buy any house" vs Auction?

[Paul O]

Thinking of selling one of my properties, but not sure I want the hassle of it being empty for years whilst it sells (all this "house price increase month-on-month" in the papers appears to be, largely, bks!).

So... for a quick sale, does anyone have experience of these cash buyers or auctions?

the property isn't a do-er upper, so which would likely net the most cash for sale?

Or does anyone know of any companies who buy/sell properties directly to investors (with tenant etc)?

Just after experience. Still in the maybe-maybe stages at the minute.

Cheers,

Paul.

[Paul O]

The area seems very stagnent. When I bought the place about 10 years ago (its a flat/apartment) there were hardly any, so were selling quickly. Plus it was the height of the boom.

However, since then, there have been literally hundreds of apartments built within about 1/2 mile of the area, so choice is huge and there are lots that aren't selling.

A neighbours place is up for sale too and is struggling. Mine is the best one in the block, so will stand a better chance than the rest, but in reality I think I'm going to have to take a hit. So if I've got to lose, if I can lose fast I'd prefer that to waiting it out.

[Paul O]

Thanks all for the input.

What is "EA" please that was mentioned?

How do you find out about local auctions?

Also is there a way to sell directly to investors? My tenant would probably live there for years and years and she is a great tenant. Would be good if it could be sold straight to an investor, perhaps even as a benefit as less hassle/expense in finding someone.

Thanks again!

[Paul O]

Thanks all, property is based in Halifax, West Yorkshire.

Any tips for local auctions would be great so I can track them for a few months and see what sort of things are selling.

Cheers!