We’ve helped thousands of homeowners across South London move successfully.
Selling a property can feel like a marathon if you don’t have the right team. Our job is to make it feel effortless — with clear steps, realistic timelines, and honest communication throughout.
OUR SALES PROCESS
1. Buyer Checks
(Week 1)
Once you’ve accepted an offer, we carry out full due diligence on the buyer.
That means verifying their ID, proof of funds, and confirming solicitor and mortgage details.
This stage usually takes 3–5 working days, but allows us to flag any weak links early and protect your sale from delays later.
2. Memorandum of Sale
(End of Week 1)
Once checks are complete, we issue the Memorandum of Sale to all parties, formally confirming the price, buyer and seller details, and both solicitors’ contacts.
This is the starting gun for the legal process.
3. Legal Work Begins
(Weeks 2–6)
Your solicitor prepares the draft contract, sends over title deeds and property information forms, and answers any enquiries raised by the buyer’s solicitor.
The buyer’s solicitor applies for local authority and Land
Registry searches — these typically take 2–4 weeks depending on the council.
If it’s a leasehold property, expect a little longer while the freeholder or managing agent provides their information pack.
4. Mortgage Application
& Surveys
(Weeks 2–6)
The buyer applies for their mortgage and arranges a valuation survey (required by their lender).
Many buyers also book an independent RICS Homebuyer Survey, which may take place within two to four weeks of offer acceptance.
By the six-week mark, most surveys and mortgage offers are complete.
5. Final Enquiries & Setting Exchange Dates
(Weeks 6–10)
With searches and surveys back, both solicitors tie up final questions.
We’ll liaise with you and the buyer to agree realistic exchange and completion dates, ensuring everyone’s timelines align, especially if you’re part of a chain.
6. Exchange of Contracts
(Around Week 10–12)
Once both sides are satisfied, contracts are signed and exchanged.
At this point, the sale is legally binding and a completion date is fixed.
Your solicitor will draft the Transfer Deed and confirm your mortgage redemption figure ready for completion day.
7. Completion Day (Typically Week 12–14)
The buyer’s solicitor transfers the funds to your solicitor, who then settles your mortgage, pays your fees, and releases the balance to you. We hand over the keys and your sale is complete.
This is always a big moment, and we’re proud to help make it happen.
8. Post-Sale Support
Even after completion, our service doesn’t stop. We’ll assist with final meter readings, key collection, and can recommend trusted removal and cleaning companies if needed.
Our goal is simple, to make your move as seamless as possible.
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OUR GREATEST ASSETS
We’re a close-knit, diverse, and multilingual team who genuinely care about doing right by our clients. Whether you’re a landlord, vendor, buyer, or tenant, you’ll find that we’re professional, proactive, and—above all—personal in everything we do.
Because for us, property isn’t just about transactions, it’s about people, trust, and the little moments that make a big difference.
A Different Kind of Success
Our success isn’t measured in pounds - it’s measured in trust, relationships, and the results we deliver for our clients. Our story is one of passion, integrity, and going the extra mile, every time.
Driven by People, Not Profits
In a crowded marketplace of corporates and cut corners, we’ve built a forward-thinking business where people always come first - everything else takes care of itself.
A Vision for Better Estate Agency
Estate agents don’t always have the best reputation but we’re different. Our vision is simple: to keep things personal, honest, and stress-free, delivering a service that makes moving home simpler, clearer, and more human.
Guided by Our Values
Integrity, honesty, respect, and service excellence aren’t just words to us — they’re the standards we live by.
- Amber DayshMy partner and I had 2 tenancies managed by Jade in Samuel Estates. Throughout those years, Jade has always been very patient with our queries and always speedy and productive with answers. She was also extremely helpful when our first tenancy ended unexpectedly when our Landlord wanted to sell. She found us a flat in the building next door and we got to move without any fuss at all. Saving what could have been a very stressful event. Very much appreciated all her help.25/03/26
- Dylan NashMy partner and I couldn’t recommend Paul, Samira and Sine at Samuel Estates more highly. We met with a number of estate agents but immediately could tell that something was different, more honest and personal when first meeting Paul. They also had comforting evidence of selling properties fast within the area.We experienced great communication throughout the process and this personal approach really helped negotiate and seek alternative options when a few unforeseen circumstances arose up and down the chain, keeping everyone calm and then pushing when they needed to.We’d definitely recommend the team at Samuel Estates to anyone in Streatham/Norbury and surrounding areas that they cover.29/01/26
- DanielaIf I could give 10 starts I would! Whitney Heathcote = Unbelievably efficient, incredible personal service and conscientiousness, timeliness and genuine care to get things done the best way possible. The way Whitney dealt with my (very painful at times) works project was Fantastic! And the whole agency is brilliant all the staff members and management. Very happy with the service and support throughout 2025 and looking forward to the same for 2026! The best agency I have ever dealt with! Thank you so much team you are the 'dream team'.17/01/26
- Andrew ColeWe were tenants at a property in Raynes Park managed by Jade at Samuel Estates and were very happy with the service provided. We had few issues but when we did and reported them, they were efficient and professional at sorting it out. The end of tenancy came and was fairly straight forward. I would recommend!27/11/25
- Joe BloorMy experience with Samuel Estates has been excellent from start to finish. They were very professional and helpful during the initial stages of renting the flat, making the entire process smooth and straightforward.Throughout my tenancy, the team has consistently provided prompt and efficient support whenever any issues have arisen. They have arranged quick callouts for boiler problems, leaks, and other maintenance matters, which has been greatly appreciated.A special thanks to Chi, our property manager, for his responsiveness and professionalism. He has made living here very easy and ensured that any concerns were dealt with swiftly.Having had less positive experiences with other estate agents in the past, I can confidently say that Samuel Estates stands out for their reliability, friendliness, and genuine care for their tenants. Even on the rare occasion when I was locked out, the staff in the office were extremely kind and helpful.Overall, I’ve been very impressed with Samuel Estates and would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a well-managed and supportive letting agent.10/10/25