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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
Call us now on: 020 8551 1181 8am - 10pm everyday Interior Design At It's Best Collinwood Gardens, Clayhall
£650,000
You will have a tough task finding a property on The Woods Estate which has been finished to a higher level than this stunning five bedroom extended house, which is located on a corner plot on one of the most desirable roads. • Extended House • Five Bedrooms • Spacious Family Bathroom • 40'3 Through Lounge
• Stunning Fitted Kitchen • Landscaped Rear Garden • Off Street Parking • Detached Garage HRT000407641
Beal Catchment Redbridge Lane East £475,000 - £499,995 A five bedroom end of terrace house, which has had a double extension to the rear for a kitchen/diner and an extra bedroom on the first floor, meaning that there are four bedrooms on the first floor, plus the fifth bedroom in the loft. Externally the property benefits from block paving for two/three cars on the front and a garage which is accessed via a shared access road to the side plus a games room at the end of the garden, which is side by side with the garage. HRT000407411
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• Five Bedrooms • Extended Kitchen/Diner • Through Lounge • Games Room • 0.1 Miles To Redbridge Station • Off Street Parking • Garage
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SALES
Call us now on: 020 8551 1181 8am - 10pm everyday Welcome Home Clayhall Avenue, Clayhall £474,995
Feature property
Why wait to view this four bedroom semi detached house, located on Clayhall Avenue which offers fantastic transport links and access to local amenities. The property is located in the catchment areas for popular local schools. • Four Bedrooms • Semi Detached Property • Two Reception Rooms • Study • Utility Room
HRT000407541
Scope To Extend (STPP) Kenwood Gardens, Ilford £450,000 This property will attract a lot of attention as it is located on a very popular road within the extremely sought after Wood Estate. The property is walking distance from Gants Hill Central Line Station and amenities, but remains in peaceful surroundings. • End Of Terrace • Three Bedrooms • Conservatory • Detached Garage • Off Street Parking
HRT000407623
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SALES
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Big And Beautiful Clayhall Avenue, Clayhall O.I.E.O £475,000 This property is situated on Clayhall Avenue and boasts four bedrooms with an integral garage, through lounge and a garden measuring in excess of 70 feet, perfect for summer BBQs and entertaining! • Four Bedrooms • Double Glazing • Extended Kitchen
• Two Bathrooms • Utility Area • Integral Garage
HRT000407270
Woods Estate Northwood Gardens, Clayhall £395,000 Properties like this do not come up very often and we don't want you to miss out. The property has been used as a family home for 11 years and has been maintained to a high standard both internally and externally, with the added benefit of a conservatory which acts as an extra reception room. • Three Bedrooms • Loft Room • 34'2" Lounge • Conservatory
• Woods Estate • Family Bathroom • Ground Floor WC • Stunning Garden
HRT000407375
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Stunning Kitchen/Diner Ryecroft Avenue, Clayhall
Calling All Green Fingered People... The Bungalows, Fairlop £400,000 - £450,000
£425,000 - £450,000 Looking for a four bedroom house that offers two good size receptions, is well maintained and boasts a fantastic size modern kitchen/diner with a utility room plus a study? Look no further...
I was personally blown away by this properties surrounding grounds and garden area's which offer complete seclusion, peace and quiet.
• Four Bedrooms • Two Reception Rooms • Well Maintained Throughout
• Three Bedroom Bungalow • Two Reception Rooms • Two Bathrooms
• Study • Off Street Parking • Spacious Rear Garden HRT000407025
Already Big With Further Potential (STPP) Whitehall Close, Chigwell
• En Suite Facilities • Detached Garage • Quiet Location HRT000407531
Premier Location Rushden Gardens, Clayhall £595,000
O.I.E.O £390,000
Come and check out the huge potential that is offered in this four double bedroom detached house, located off Lambourne Road in Chigwell.
Beat the slow starters and call us without delay to view this stunning four bedroom semi detached house located just off Clayhall Avenue in Clayhall.
• Spacious Accommodation • Further Extension (STPP) • Ample Off Street Parking
• Double Glazing Throughout • Gas Heating To Radiators • Off Street Parking
• Four Double Bedrooms • Detached Family Home • Dining Room HRT000407566
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• Four Bedrooms • Semi Detached Property • Close To Transport Links HRT000407600
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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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LETTINGS
Call us now on: 020 8551 1181 8am - 10pm everyday Superb! Lincoln Gardens, Ilford £1,600 PCM
Feature property
We are pleased to offer this superb three bedroom semi detached house which is walking distance to Redbridge Underground Station. This is the first time the property has been offered to the rental market and has been lovingly decorated by the current owners. • Three Bedrooms • Two Reception Rooms • Fantastic Decorative Order • Walking Distance To Station • Large Rear Garden • Garage HRT061800188
Modern Detached House Hoveton Way, Barkingside £2,500 PCM A fabulous modern four bedroom detached house set in a popular, quiet development. Commuters can take advantage of either Fairlop or Hainault Underground Stations being close by.
• Great Family Home • Four Bedrooms • Furnished Property • Popular Location • Quiet Development • Off Road Parking • Garage HRT061800004
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Call us now on: 020 8551 1181 8am - 10pm everyday £1,550 PCM
Fantastic Quality Sydney Road, Barkingside
A fantastic quality extended three bedroom mid terrace house just off Barkingside High Street. The property offers a large through lounge with wood flooring and a feature fireplace, double doors through to a large modern kitchen with tiled flooring, there is also downstairs cloakroom. • Three Bedrooms • Detached Property • Offered Unfurnished • Large Through Lounge
• Feature Fireplace • High Street Location • Ground Floor Cloakroom • Off Street Parking HRT061800194
Too Nice To Last Repton Court, Clayhall £850 PCM
• One Bedroom Apartment • Good Quality • Great Decorative Order • Open Plan Kitchen/Lounge • Offered Furnished • Double Glazing
Good quality one bedroom ground floor flat just off Clayhall Avenue. The property has been decorated to a very good standard and comprises of; open plan kitchen/lounge, separate bedroom, separate bathroom fitted with a white suite. The property also benefits from gas heating to radiators and double glazing.
HRT061800200
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Fully Refurbished Horns Road, Barkingside £1,550 PCM Close to transport and shops is this fully refurbished and extended three bedroom unfurnished house. The property benefits from a large through lounge leading to an extended kitchen/diner, a second shower room and a WC off utility room. • Three Bedrooms • Refurbished Throughout • Mid Terrace Property
• Extended Kitchen • Close To Shops • Family Bathroom
HRT061800166
Lovingly Decorated Walden Way, Ilford £1,550 PCM Available for the first time is this three bedroom semi detached house, five minutes walk to Hainault Central Line Station. The property has been lovingly decorated and extended to offer a beautiful family home.
• Three Bedrooms • Semi Detached • Close To Station
• Well Presented • Double Glazing • Rear Garden
HRT061800192
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Call us now on: 020 8551 1181 8am - 10pm everyday Great Location Cranbrook Road, Ilford £1,200 PCM Five minutes walk from Gants Hill Underground Station and Valantines Park is this spacious two double bedroom garden flat, the property has recently been refurbished with a new modern kitchen and bathroom, new carpets and wood flooring, two double bedrooms with wardrobes.
• Two Bedrooms • Apartment • Station Access
• Refurbished • Modern Kitchen • Double Bedrooms HRT061800203
A Rare Opportunity Harman Rise, Goodmayes £1,250 PCM A rare opportunity to rent this modern two bedroom terrace house, this interior designed home was the subject of a 'Your Home Magazine' feature in March 2013. The property has been finished to a very high standard. • Two Bedrooms • Detached House • Modern Terrace Property
• Gas Heating To Radiators • Wooden Flooring Throughout • Allocated Parking
HRT061800190
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