Summer home moves: How to keep your sale on track

Summer is traditionally one of the busiest periods in the property market. With longer daylight hours and the school holidays making relocation more convenient for many families, it's an attractive time to buy and sell.

However, it's also a season when annual leave, reduced availability and slower response times can introduce avoidable delays. Whether you're preparing to list your property or you're already part way through the conveyancing process, taking a proactive approach can help keep your move on schedule.

Tell your property professionals about any travel plans

If you're planning to be away during the summer, make sure your estate agent and solicitor know your dates as early as possible.

Even a short break can coincide with important milestones in your transaction, from signing documents to responding to enquiries. By sharing your availability in advance, your property team can plan accordingly and ensure you're contacted promptly should anything require your attention.

Be prepared with your paperwork

Conveyancing often moves at the pace of the information available. Delays can occur when requested documents or completed forms aren't returned promptly.

Keeping paperwork organised from the outset and responding to requests as soon as you can will help your solicitor progress matters efficiently and minimise unnecessary interruptions.

Check in with your estate agent

Every property transaction involves multiple parties, including buyers, sellers, solicitors, mortgage lenders and surveyors. With so many people involved, regular communication is essential.

Checking in with your estate agent throughout the process can help identify potential issues early, provide clarity on next steps and keep everyone aligned as your sale progresses.

Make viewings and appointments as flexible as possible

If your home is still on the market, summer can present excellent opportunities to attract motivated buyers.

Many prospective purchasers take annual leave during this time, giving them greater flexibility to arrange viewings. Offering a range of appointment times wherever possible can help maximise interest and increase the chances of securing the right buyer.

Let your estate agent do the hard work

A successful move relies on careful coordination, and that's where an experienced estate agent can make a real difference.

At Hawes & Co, we work closely with buyers, sellers, solicitors and other professionals throughout the transaction, helping to keep communication flowing, monitor progress and resolve issues before they develop into significant delays.

We're here to help

While some aspects of the moving process are outside anyone's control, many of the most common delays can be reduced through good preparation, clear communication and expert support.

If you're planning to move home this summer or are already progressing through a sale, contact our experienced local team. We're here to guide you through every stage of your move and help keep your transaction moving forward with confidence.