If you've heard about our popular Part Exchange Scheme but your property exceeds the threshold or requires open market sale, our Assisted Move service provides the same level of dedicated support whilst your home is sold traditionally.
In this guide, we'll explain exactly what's involved and how we make your transition to Park Bungalow living as smooth as possible.
What Is an Assisted Move?
Our Assisted Move service is designed for homeowners whose properties are best suited to open market sale. Unlike Part Exchange where our third-party partners purchase your home directly, Assisted Move involves selling through traditional estate agents – but with a crucial difference: we manage the entire process for you.
You benefit from professional coordination and support throughout, removing the stress and complexity whilst your home achieves the best possible market price.
When Is Assisted Move Right for You?
Properties Over the Price Cap
Part Exchange typically has a threshold of around £500,000. If your current home's value exceeds this amount, Assisted Move becomes the appropriate route, allowing you to achieve full market value on the open market with our professional support throughout.
Unique or Specialist Properties
Some properties require specialist marketing to reach the right buyers:
- Listed buildings
- Properties with unique features
- Homes in very specific locations
- Properties requiring particular buyer profiles
These homes often perform better on the open market where they can reach their ideal purchaser, and our Assisted Move service ensures you're supported throughout this process.
When You Want Maximum Market Value
The open market sometimes achieves higher prices than Part Exchange thresholds allow, particularly for properties in high-demand areas or with exceptional features. Assisted Move lets you pursue best market value whilst maintaining professional support.
How Assisted Move Works: The Complete Process
Step 1: Initial Consultation and Valuation
When you express interest in moving to one of our Park Bungalow developments, our dedicated Part Exchange/Assisted Move Manager becomes your single point of contact.
Professional Valuations
We arrange for valuations of your current home, working with our third-party partners who assess properties according to established categories. This provides an accurate understanding of your home's market position and guides the pricing strategy.
Transparent Assessment
Different property categories are assessed appropriately – whether standard residential, unique features, or higher-value homes. This ensures realistic pricing from the outset.
Step 2: Estate Agent Coordination
Rather than leaving you to manage multiple estate agents alone, our Part Exchange/Assisted Move Manager coordinates everything.
What We Handle
- Selecting appropriate estate agents for your property type
- Arranging property photography and marketing materials
- Coordinating viewings and feedback
- Managing communications throughout the sale process
- Keeping you informed every step of the way
Your Single Point of Contact
You have one dedicated professional managing everything, rather than juggling multiple agents and their varying approaches. This simplifies communication enormously and ensures nothing falls through the cracks.
Step 3: Throughout the Sale Process
Selling property on the open market typically involves considerable stress – multiple viewings, negotiations, chains, surveys, and constant uncertainty. Our Assisted Move service removes much of this burden.
Ongoing Management
- Regular updates on viewings and interest levels
- Professional handling of offers and negotiations
- Coordination with solicitors and surveyors
- Chain management and progress tracking
- Problem-solving when issues arise
- Emotional support during what can be a stressful period
Expert Guidance
Our Part Exchange/Assisted Move Manager brings experience and expertise, helping you navigate decisions about offers, timing, and strategy. You're not making these important choices alone.
Step 4: Completion and Moving
Once your property sale completes, we coordinate your move into your new Park Bungalow.
- Agreed moving dates that work for your circumstances
- Clear communication about timelines
- Support with final arrangements
- Ensuring everything proceeds smoothly
If your home's sale value exceeds your Park Bungalow purchase price, the surplus goes directly to you, providing financial flexibility for enjoying retirement.