Doorsteps estate agent review
An online estate agent with a variety of packages to choose from
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Doorsteps
Who are Doorsteps and could they be the right choice for you?
Based in Harrow, Doorsteps claim they can sell your home for just £99.
About Doorsteps
They say they're honest and transparent, offering a hassle-free way to sell your property with great customer service thrown in.
You don't even need to leave you're home as they are an online estate agents.
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Their main selling points are:
Dedicated agent
Open 24/7
Live online portal
They handle everything
Millions of buyers visit the top property-selling websites where yours will be listed
All for just £99
The steps for selling through Doorsteps are:
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Speak to one of Doorsteps agents through a contact form, online chat, or 24-hour hotline
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Meet a local property consultant at your home to fulfil items in the package you've chosen
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Use your online portal to track viewings; Doorsteps book the viewings but you host them yourself
Doorsteps claim that their average sale is agreed in 29 days, they save customers £5,121 in fees on average, they get 99% of the asking price, and their average customer rates them 9.6 on Trustpilot.
Doorsteps fees
Doorsteps offer 3 different packages, starting at £99 and going through to £599. The cheapest package doesn't include professional photos, a floor plan, or a full property description. The most expensive package includes featured property listings and social media promotion.
If you were to choose the cheapest package at £99, here are the optional extras:
For sale sign - £60
EPC - £72
Virtual tour - £162
Solicitors - free quotation for in-house conveyancing with variable resulting cost
Rightmove premium listing (until sold) - £84
Rightmove featured listing (1 month) - £200
Rightmove featured listing (until sold) - £400
Zoopla premium listing (until sold) - £50
Combo offer: Rightmove and Zoopla premium listings (until sold) - £120
Unlimited 24/7 hosted viewings package - £400
Doorsteps reviews*
Check out Doorsteps' reviews on a couple of popular platforms:
| Platform | Reviews | Rating | Additional |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trustpilot | 5,466 | 4.7/5 | 267 (3 Stars & under) |
| AllAgents | 116 | 3.9/5 | 71% recommended |
Reviews correct as of 14/10/2021
Pros and cons of Doorsteps
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| ✔ Great reviews on Trustpilot | ✖ Basic package doesn't include professional photos or a floor plan |
| ✔ 24/7 contact with agents | ✖ Many extra costs which could add up |
| ✔ Flexible payment options | ✖ It's not clear on their website if they have a no-sale no-fee policy, or at what stage the fees need to be paid |
Why Not Compare Us?
At The Property Buying Company, we buy houses fast, much faster than estate agents whether online or on the high street. We don't charge any fees and can even provide you with a solicitor at no charge.
With us, you don't have the hassle of messages from potential buyers or holding multiple viewings. We are highly rated on Trustpilot, and are regulated by The National Association Of Property Buyers and The Property Ombudsman.
Getting a quote with us is quick and easy, and we can buy your property in a timescale to suit you. If you're looking at selling through Doorsteps, why not get a cash offer from us too?
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