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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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£245,000 - £255,000
The Lap Of Luxury Downs Grove, Basildon
The current owners have enjoyed their extended kitchen/diner being the heart of the home overlooking their secluded rear garden and with the added benefits of being within easy access to Basildon Town Centre and the Train Station. It is a fantastic family home. • Semi Detached • Three Bedrooms • Cloakroom • Study/Bedroom Four
• Extended Kitchen • Excellent Condition • Sought After Location • Viewing Essential HRT009709894
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O.I.E.O £400,000
Character And Charm Elm Road, Basildon
Positioned in a semi rural location is this fantastic home which boasts all the extra's including an annex, which would make for a family member. An internal viewing is strongly advised to fully appreciate the space on offer. • Detached Home • Four Bedrooms • Kitchen/Dining Room • Spa Room
• Annex • Double Garage • 1/2 An Acre (STMS) • Sought After Location HRT009709956
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SALES
Call us now on: 01268 284656 8am - 10pm everyday Overwhelming Pound Lane, Bowers Gifford
£330,000 - £350,000
Four bedroom detached house situated in a fantastic location that we believe will tick all your boxes and makes for a fantastic family home for you to move straight into. Offering plenty of living space inside and a large frontage providing numerous parking spaces, this is ideal for all. • Detached house • Four Bedrooms • Dining Area
• Conservatory • Fantastic Location • Ample Parking
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Immaculate And Impressive Worthing Road, Basildon £290,000 - £300,000
• Four Bedroom • Detached House • Summer House • Off Street Parking • Garage
What an impressive home this is! Decorated to a very high standard throughout and having plenty of living space inside and out with the added benefits of a summer house in the rear garden and off street parking and a garage to the front. There is so much to see with this four bedroom detached house.
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Call us now on: 01268 284656 8am - 10pm everyday Sought After Location Ravensdale, Basildon £299,995 This three/four bedroom semi detached house offers plenty of living space for a family. Decorated to a high standard and located within an excellent area close to schools, amenities and transport links, there is so much to see with this property.
• Semi Detached • Three Bedrooms • Utility Room • Dining Room
• Swimming Pool • Great Location • Well Presented • Parking HRT009709808
Looks Like Home Meadgate, Basildon £190,000 - £195,000 This dream family home must be viewed today to fully appreciate the style and charm the property has to offer. Decorated to a very high standard and in a cul de sac location within easy access to local amenities. It will not be on the market for long. • Mid Terrace • Three Bedrooms • Dining Area • Modern Kitchen
• Well Presented • Great Position • Off Road Parking • 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: 01268 284656 8am - 10pm everyday Chain Free! Fairfax Avenue, Basildon £120,000 - £130,000
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Offering for sale this two bedroom top floor flat benefiting from being decorated to a very high standard and having plenty of living space. Situated in a fantastic location close to local amenities and transport links.
• First Floor Flat • Two Bedrooms • Lounge/Diner • Modern Kitchen • Private Garden • Amenities Access HRT009709843
Great Location Wickhay, Basildon £160,000 - £165,000 In the highly sought after area of Lee Chapel North within easy reach of the Town and Station is this great three bedroom house which is perfect for the family. With the benefit of a garage, we strongly recommend an internal viewing. • Three Bedrooms • Mid Terrace • Great Location • Station Access • Garage
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Call us now on: 01268 284656 8am - 10pm everyday £180,000 - £190,000
A Must See Archer Road, Basildon
Oozing plenty of charm is this excellent two bedroom bungalow which offers plenty of parking and lots of potential. In a cul de sac position within easy reach of the amenities and transport links. • Semi Detached • Bungalow • Cul De Sac
• A127 Access • Off Road Parking • Amenities Access
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Style, Charm and Space! Great Ranton, Pitsea £150,000 - £160,000
• Three Bedrooms • Mid Terrace • Family Home • Conservatory • Immaculate Standard
The style, charm and space of this home is why you are going to fall in love at first sight. The current owners have decorated this home to a very high standard with the space they had on offer. They have made this three bedroom property into their dream family home.
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