This guide is for the United Kingdom.
Overview
Seal one offer per car. Your figure is private: only the vendor and the desk see it.
Before You Bid
- Ensure your account is verified
- There is no individual estate agent licence in the UK — we verify your identity and your agency, including redress through the TPO or the PRS
- Check your subscription quota
- Review the listing details
Placing a Bid
- Browse listings in your area
- Click on a listing
- Click "Place Bid"
- Enter your offer:
- Commission rate (your fee)
- Marketing plan (your strategy)
- Timeline (estimated days to sell)
- Pitch (why you're the right agent)
- Click "Submit Bid"
Tips for Winning Bids
Commission Rate:
- Set your own rate: commission is negotiable
- Lower rates are more attractive
- Balance with your profitability
Marketing Plan:
- Be specific about your strategy
- Include budget estimates
- Highlight your unique approach
Timeline:
- Be realistic
- Consider market conditions
- Under-promise, over-deliver
Pitch:
- Be personal and professional
- Highlight your experience
- Explain why you're the best fit