That is why choosing the right agent is critical.

Kent Estate Agencies and Clarke and Crittenden have extensive knowledge and history of their chosen areas and will not only know who would be interested in your property but also take the time to find out exactly the type of property you want and where you want to buy.

Once you have viewings lined up you must have your house in a saleable state that will captivate these viewers and improve your potential purchaser's impression of your house.

Try and make it a house they would like to live in, not just a house they are visiting which they know is yours. This may mean changing your lifestyle a little for the interim. Keep the house tidy with surfaces clear and uncluttered including the kitchen, bathroom and all living spaces.

If you can, have no laundry or clothes in view and make all the rooms accessible and functional, especially spare rooms or small rooms with varied use i.e. study.

The best option is to let your agent accompany buyers wanting to view. You can help by dressing your house with flowers, fruit and soft furnishings.

Remember most purchasers buy with their heart and will be looking to see if they can make your property their home, so make it easy for them by letting them see it all in an unobtrusive way.

If you sell your house the same way you look for a house you will always have an interested buyer and then it is just a case of negotiation.

This is where the most important factor comes into play.

In today's market the trick is to take an offer and then convert it into a purchase by making a comparable offer. Be realistic with your expectations and focus on where you want to move on to.