The Cheapest & Most Effective Way To Sell Your House!

Honestly, It’s Not Even Close! There’s Only One Option That Truly Ticks All the Boxes Right Now…

Purplebricks.co.uk

Yes, Purplebricks.co.uk

For those unaware, they’re the UK’s most popular online estate agent, followed by Yopa (another extremely popular online estate agent). Purplebricks have been out to disrupt the traditional high-street estate agency model since 2014.

You can read my full guide on online estate agents if I’ve totally lost you (it’s important you understand how online agents work, particularly how they differ from traditional high-street agents).

Anyways, yes, FREE!

Here’s an overview of their service:

Purplebricks FREE house selling service

Estate Agent	Rating	Duration	Includes / Notes	Price from
PurpleBricks	Rating 3.9 TrustPilot Reviews	Duration 6 months	Includes / Notes Free package Key features Zoopla listing PrimeLocation listing Negotiation For sale sign In-person valuation No sale, no fee 13 weeks Sole Agency contract App - manage viewings, offers & communication with buyers *YES, Purplebricks now offer a 100% free house-selling service, no strings attached.	Price Free *Free	Visit WebsiteBook Free In-Person Valuation

If you’re still not convinced, and you’re wondering “how can this be?”, then I completely understand. As they say, “if it sounds too good to be true…”

I’d say this is one of those remarkably rare cases where it’s as good as it sounds, and I go into more details in my Purplebricks.co.uk overview, which includes an explanation on why they’ve decided to – and are able to – flog their core service for free. Check it out!

More Cheap Options…

We’re actually spoilt for choice when it comes to online agents these days – there are plenty to choose from – but since this blog post is about selling property as cheaply as possible [in the most effective means possible], I’ll mention some of the lower priced options offered by alternative reputable online agents that are:

Estate Agent	Rating	Duration	Includes / Notes	Price from
Visum	Rating 4.2 TrustPilot Reviews	Duration 1 month	Includes / Notes Basic package Key features Zoopla listing OnTheMarket listing PrimeLocation listing	Price Discount available £34 Inc VAT (Normal price: £49)	Visit Website£15 Discount Code: PIP1
Quicklister	Rating 4.6 Google Reviews	Duration 3 months	Includes / Notes Saver package Key features Zoopla listing PrimeLocation listing Pay on listing (not sign up)	Price Discount available £63.2 Inc VAT (Normal price: £79)	Visit Website20% Discount Code: x74tbhrV

Please note, online agents typically vary in their core service offerings; some provide more features than others. However, all of them offer the option to include additional features not included in the core service (such as EPC, Professional Photography service, Rightmove listing, etc.). Therefore, it would be wise not to evaluate all packages solely based on price. The true value is better assessed when considering both the price and the included features (or rather, the total cost after adding all necessary features to your package).

Is the Cheapest Way to Sell Your House the Most Profitable?

Not necessarily, and I’m going to assume you already know that.

Yes, using an online agent can dramatically reduce costs (literally thousands of glorious pounds) compared to a traditional estate agent. That’s exactly why online agents have surged in popularity among sellers. However, before diving in headfirst, it’s essential to thoroughly research your local property market. Why? Because the ultimate goal isn’t just to save on fees, it’s to maximise your profit by selling high while keeping costs low.

At the end of the day, your home’s value is dictated by today’s market conditions and current competition. So, the smartest first step is to use a range of tools and strategies to help determine an accurate value of your property.

Pro tip: Don’t rely solely on your local estate agent for a valuation. Let’s be honest—they might not always know the full picture, and even if they do, they might not tell you.

The Extras Add-up. Big Time.

I’d be an even bigger mumbling fool if I didn’t mention the other costs involved in selling a house, like conveyancing and removal services (the two that naturally comes to mind). These extras can quickly add up and, if you’re using an online estate agent, they’re likely to be the largest part of your total spend.

Both online and high-street agents often try to upsell these services as optional add-ons. The catch? They’re usually offered at heavily inflated prices. That’s because the agents usually outsource the work, slap on a chunky mark-up, and pocket a tidy referral fee for themselves.

When it comes to conveyancing specifically, I’ve heard countless horror stories about the poor quality of service from agent-recommended firms. Too many to be a coincidence. Agents often try to convince both buyer and seller to use the same conveyancer, claiming it’ll make the process smoother. I’m not convinced (as mentioned, too many horror stories), especially if the conveyancer in question is a wally.

One thing I can say from personal experience: don’t skimp on conveyancing, and take the time to find a reputable professional. Like most things in life, going for the cheapest option can end up costing you more in the long run, a lot more. This is definitely one of those times.

I’ve already covered in detail how hiring a bargain-bin conveyancer often means dealing with chaos (you can check out my guide on finding a good conveyancing solicitor if you’re keen to learn more).

But in short, if you genuinely want to keep costs low without compromising on quality, my advice is simple: avoid agent-recommended services and do your own research.

If you’re not sure where to turn and in need of some inspiration, I’ve got you:

Happy selling!

Landlord out xo