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Purplebricks virtual valuation review: how accurate is it? We gave it a try

Purplebricks offers virtual home valuation services that provide quick property price estimates without requiring in-person visits, which the author tested against assessments from two traditional estate agents.
Valuer Lizzie Bennett conducted the session via WhatsApp, performing a thorough digital tour of the property and driveway; despite initial skepticism regarding accuracy, the author found the hour-long call efficient and notably non-pushy.
Bennett utilized specialized software to analyze local house prices, sales data, and comparable values, helping the owners set a competitive asking price accounting for nine years of home improvements and strong local demand.
Official valuation figures arrived by email within minutes of the call concluding, matching the estimates from two traditional estate agents who visited the property and confirming the virtual method's effectiveness.
As the UK housing market continues to shift, homeowners increasingly rely on virtual tools for professional property figures without requiring in-person consultations, offering a convenient, low-pressure alternative to traditional selling processes.

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