Before You Sell, Know Exactly What to Expect
Selling your home is a big step — and the more you understand upfront, the smoother the journey becomes. Our free guides are here to help you plan, avoid costly mistakes, and feel confident every step of the way.
Why We Created These Guides
Over the years, we’ve helped hundreds of sellers navigate the market. One thing stands out: informed homeowners make stronger decisions, sell faster, and stress less.
These free resources were created to give you that clarity before anything begins — so you can move forward knowing exactly what to expect.
Each guide reflects the real questions we get every day, from pricing and marketing to timelines and buyer psychology. They’re built around what works in today’s market, not outdated assumptions or generic advice.
We believe the best partnerships start with trust, and that starts with understanding.
Whether you’re planning to sell soon or just exploring the idea, these guides are here to help you make decisions with more confidence and less guesswork.
Matthew Kennedy Founder/Director
Who Are These Guides For?
Most people don’t sell homes often — and when you do, it’s easy to feel unsure about where to start. That’s why we put these guides together: to give you a clearer picture of what’s ahead and how to handle it with confidence.
Whether you’re ready to move soon or just thinking about it, you’ll find straightforward advice to help you avoid mistakes and make better decisions from day one.
First-Time Sellers
You’ve never done this before — and you're not about to leave it to chance. These guides give you the full picture so you can move forward with confidence.
Burnt by Past Experience
If you’ve sold before and it didn’t go well, this time should be different. These guides show you what went wrong last time — and how to get it right now.
Overthinkers & Planners
You like to understand the process before taking action. These resources lay out every step, so you're never caught off guard or left wondering what’s next.
Quiet Researchers
You’re not quite ready to speak to anyone yet — and that’s fine. These guides are here to help you understand your options without any pressure.
Why These Guides Make a Difference
Designed to Give You Control — Not More Questions.
No More Guesswork
Selling a home is a process full of unknowns — timing, pricing, preparation, and marketing. These guides give you clarity so you’re not left second-guessing every decision.
Avoid Expensive Mistakes
The wrong move at the wrong time can cost you thousands or delay your sale for months. These guides highlight the most common pitfalls and how to sidestep them with confidence.
Clearer Decisions
Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, unsure who to trust, or just not sure what comes next — these resources help you take the first step to unlocking clarity and calm.
Feel Confident
When you understand how the process works, you make better decisions — and avoid being rushed or misled. These guides empower you to enter the process informed and on your terms.
What You’ll Learn Before We Even Meet
Our free guides show you exactly how we sell homes, market with purpose, and help you move with confidence — no pressure, just clarity from the very first step.
behind the sale: everything you deserve in an estate agent
Understand exactly how we sell your home, from the first meeting to the final handover. We outline our 5-step process in detail, explain how we market, price, and position your property, and share real stories from clients who’ve gone through it. It’s our full approach, start to finish, built on transparency, strategy, and local expertise — so you know exactly what we do, how we do it, and why it works — and so you can feel more confident every step of the way.
Harken Homes Marketing Blueprint To Selling Your Home Successfully
This guide shows you how we market your home, from early preparation to attracting qualified interest. You'll see our strategy in action, from photography, ad campaigns, and social media to pricing and buyer psychology. We also cover common mistakes most agents make, and how we avoid them. It’s a clear, transparent look at how we generate serious demand, present your home in the best light, and help you feel confident from day one.
harken homes Bitesized Guide To Downsizing Your Home
Downsizing doesn’t have to be stressful or costly. This quick-read guide shows you how to simplify your move without giving up comfort or control. In just 10 minutes, you’ll learn how to avoid the biggest mistakes, plan with confidence, and follow a simple 5-step process to make your move smoother and more manageable. Whether you’re retiring, relocating, or simply ready for a change, this guide helps you approach downsizing with clarity and calm.
The Smart Homeowner’s Guide to Choosing the Right Estate Agent in Glasgow
Thinking of selling? Don’t pick your agent blind. This guide gives you the questions, context, and confidence to spot the difference between smooth talk and real strategy. We cover the common mistakes sellers make, the red flags to look for, and how to tell if someone actually knows your patch — or just wants the listing. It’s genuinely designed to help you choose the right estate agent... even if that isn’t us.
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