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INTELLIGENT ADVICE FROM HAART: WHY NOW IS A GOOD TIME TO SELL As the housing market gathers momentum, we have reacted quickly by launching an innovative consumer advice series to keep customers up-to-date with fast-moving changes. Here, haart Chief Executive Paul Smith explains why now is a good time to sell...
Deciding WHEN to sell your property is one of the most difficult decisions you’ll ever have to make in life. Should you sell when property prices are increasing in value or should you wait until they’ve hit their peak? At haart, we have a dedicated team who watch and analyse the market and can give you the top quality advice you need to make that crucial decision of … WHEN. And all the indicators are pointing to NOW being the right time to put your home up for sale. The recent announcement by the Governor of the Bank of England that interest rates are to remain low for the foreseeable future means people are looking to invest in property, not save. The feelgood factor has returned to the property market, the economy is back on an even keel and there’s a lot of pent up demand for property combined with a desperate shortage of homes for sale, particularly in London and the south east of England.
We recognise that different sectors of the market are impacted in different ways depending on where you live and how many similar types of property are for sale. First time buyers, for example, have been struggling to get on the ladder for some time. But from January, the Government will be extending its Help to Buy scheme to help home buyers get a mortgage, and that’s going to create a buying frenzy. So here’s our advice from haart… • Sell when everyone else isn’t – people will quickly realise the property market is moving again so all those people who’ve been putting their move on hold will start selling too – just like you. • Demand for property is fierce in many parts of the UK. • Property prices are increasing, so you’ll get a good price for your home – while still being able to afford the next step up.
Just look at the facts: • At haart, we have 9 people chasing every property on our books. • We’re achieving 98.9% on average of the asking price. • And prices have increased by 6.7% on average for a 3-bed property Source: Spicerhaart Data 2013
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THERE’S A LOT OF PENT UP DEMAND FOR PROPERTY COMBINED WITH A DESPERATE SHORTAGE OF HOMES FOR SALE
• Interest rates are to remain low; which means more people will now be able to afford your property. • The economy is picking up, with two successive quarters of economic growth; that’s helped bring confidence back to the market. • Unemployment is falling – and that usually signals higher wages as companies compete for good staff; and more money means more people can afford to buy. Finally, if you’re looking to get the BEST price for your property, you need to allow time for it to be marketed effectively. The market is very buoyant and we’ve been achieving record prices. So call us at haart for a free valuation. You’ll be pleasantly surprised, your home is worth more than you think. * Our new advice series is the latest in haart’s innovative marketing techniques; you can view our video and blog at haart.co.uk and facebook.com/haart. estate.agents
SALES
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Feature property
£365,000
Four Double Bedrooms Stokes Close, Longstanton
Located at the end of an executive close in the well regarded Village of Longstanton and offering four double bedrooms with en suite to master. Enjoying a private garden, detached double garage with parking to front. • Four Bedrooms • Detached House • Executive Close • Three Receptions
• Utility Room • Swavesey VC Catchment • Bus Routes • Double Garage HRT110706641
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Feature property
£349,950
Perfect Family Home Moat Way, Swavesey
Situated close to excellent local schools and a guided bus stop, this immaculate family home is a rarity having such a large garden, a well appointed interior and a superb conservatory across the width of the house. • Four Bedrooms • Detached House • Conservatory • Well Presented
• Kitchen/Diner • En Suite • Large Garden • Garage HRT110706613
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SALES
Call us now on: 01954 781411 8am - 10pm everyday Guide Price £370,000
Wonderful Garden Newington, Willingham
Non estate and offering four double bedrooms. This property is well positioned in this popular and well served village. The fantastic size rear garden offers great seclusion. • Four Bedrooms • Link Detached • Non Estate Position • Kitchen/Breakfast
• Modern Bathroom • Private Garden • Amenities Access • Double Garage HRT110706510
Character Property High Street, Swavesey O.I.E.O £350,000 The Red House dates back to circa 1675 and overlooks the picturesque and historic Market Square, in the heart of the bustling Village of Swavesey. Found in the village conservation area amongst similarly characterful properties.
• Four Bedrooms • Semi Detached • Circa 1675 • Conservation Area • Dining Room • En Suite • View Of Market Square
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Call us now on: 01954 781411 8am - 10pm everyday Land For Sale Longstanton Road, Oakington Guide Price £425,000 Rarely available, two adjacent plots with outline planning permission for a two storey dwelling 2585 sqft and a single storey 1633 sqft dwelling, both with permission for a double garage.
• Land For Sale • Planning Granted • Amenities
• Local Schools • Open Fields • 0.26 Of An Acre HRT110704764
Family Home Duddle Drive, Longstanton £349,950 With views over open fields this superbly presented and spacious two storey residence can only be appreciated fully from an internal viewing. Close to the village amenities, walk to the guided bus and within easy access of A14/M11 and Cambridge. • Four Bedrooms • Detached House • Spacious Accommodation • Kitchen/Breakfast
• Study • Dining Room • Two En Suites • Double Garage
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Lemon Blueberry Cupcakes INGREDIENTS Sponge 500g plain flour 1 tsp. bicarbonate of soda 1/2 tsp. salt 225g butter 200g caster sugar 3 beaten eggs 1 lemon zest only 490g soured cream 1 tsp. vanilla extract 120g fresh blueberries Cream Cheese Frosting 225g butter 225g cream cheese 1 tsp. vanilla extract Juice and zest of 1 lemon 950g icing sugar 24 blueberries Blue food colour, optional METHOD To make the cupcakes: 1. Preheat the oven to 180C/Gas 4. 2. Line a 24-cup cupcake tin with cupcake cases. 3. Sift the flour, bicarbonate of soda and salt together into a large a bowl. 4. Place the butter into a stand mixer and beat until light and fluffy and very pale - now add sugar. 5. Next add the beaten eggs one at a time and mix thoroughly in between each. 6. It is now time to add some flavours; pour in the vanilla and lemon zest and mix. 7. Add the dry ingredients in three or four phases, in between each add some of the sour cream and leave a little flour mix so you can end with the dry ingredients - do not over mix at this point. 8. Lastly stir in the blueberries. 9. Now fill each of your cupcake cases two-thirds full with the mixture. 10. Bake in your pre-heated oven for 16 to 20 minutes - test your cakes with a cocktail stick inserted in the centre; it should comes out clean. 11. Cool the cakes on a rack. Now you have delicate and light cupcakes, it is time to get FROSTING!
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SALES
Call us now on: 01954 781411 8am - 10pm everyday Superb Modern Residence The Brambles, Bar Hill
£285,000
An immaculate family home, situated within a small cul de sac and with a generous corner plot position. The property is offered for sale in excellent condition and must be viewed to be appreciated fully. • Four Bedrooms • Detached House • Cul De Sac • Corner Plot
• Excellent Condition • Spacious Garden • Driveway • Detached Garage HRT110706609
Overlooking Small Green Saxon Close, Oakington £279,995
• Three Bedrooms • End Of Terrace • Village Location • En Suite • Kitchen/Breakfast • Private Garden
A good size private rear garden, garage and positioned in a desirable part of this much requested village is this fantastic three bedroom family home. Offering a spacious and very well presented interior.
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Call us now on: 01954 781411 8am - 10pm everyday View To Appreciate Laxton Avenue, Cambridge £249,950 Offered for sale with the advantage of no onward chain, is this spacious and extended three bedroom house. Found close to the primary school and within the catchment for the highly regarded Comberton Village College.
• Three Bedrooms • Semi Detached • Fitted Kitchen • Modern Decor
• Dining Room • Rear Garden • Driveway • Garage HRT110706647
Ideally Situated Priory Avenue, Swavesey £179,995 Ideally situated near to the excellent local schools, guided bus stop and the nature reserve. The property is offered for sale in great condition throughout which includes a modern kitchen and bathroom and garage in a gated parking area. • Three Bedrooms • Mid Terrace • Cottage Style
• Lounge/Diner • Rear Garden • Brick Garage
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