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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
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Feature property
£350,000
Fantastic Views Spiceall, Compton
Offered to market with amazing views from the rear garden of rolling hills and having been extended to offer three generous size rooms one with the added benefit of an en suite shower room. Downstairs you have a lovely conservatory to really enjoy those views, 19' kitchen/breakfast room and a separate living room. • Semi Detached • Three Bedrooms • En Suite
• Conservatory • Garage • Open Fields HRT011604348
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Call us now on: 01483 575727 8am - 10pm everyday No Onward Chain Partridge Way, Guilford £750,000
Feature property
A well appointed detached family home set on a popular residential road on Merrow Park. The property enjoys spacious accommodation, views to the rear and ample garaging and parking. Close to George Abbot School. • Detached Home • Four Bedrooms • Kitchen/Breakfast • Two Bathrooms • Views To The Rear • Generous Garden HRT011604273
Retirement Property Hillier Mews, Guildford £249,950 Set in an exclusive mews of private residences this attractive cottage is arranged over two levels. The accommodation comprises of, entrance hall, downstairs cloakroom, spacious dual aspect lounge with electric fireplace and fitted kitchen. • Modern Cottage • Two Bedrooms • Two Receptions • No Onward Chain • Over 55's/60's
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Home Sweet Home Old Farm Road, Guildford £269,950 Beautifully presented Victorian mid terrace home with large mature gardens, set back from a popular residential road. Arranged over two floors the current owners have lovingly refurbished the property whilst taking care to maintain much of its original charm. • Terrace Property • Three Bedrooms • Family Bathroom • Two Receptions
• Modern Kitchen • Period Features • Large Garden • Popular Position
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Ideal Location Connaught Road, Brookwood £247,950 Having been owned for over 25 enjoyable years by the current owner this property is being sold with no onward chain. The property offers the potential new owners the opportunity to put their own stamp on the property with original features still in place. • Two Bedrooms • Two Receptions • End Of Terrace
• Extend (STPP) • Station Access • Local Amenities
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Call us now on: 01483 575727 8am - 10pm everyday Pick Of The Week Regent Court, Belvedere Close £150,000 A top floor one bedroom apartment with a lovely feel. Light and airy and in a fantastic location minutes walk to local amenities and two miles from Guildford Town Centre, which has great train routes and access to London.
• One Bedroom • Apartment • Top Floor
• Modern Kitchen • Great Location • Investment HRT011604664
Move Straight In Cabell Road, Guildford O.I.E.O £240,000 Set on a popular residential road this spacious two double bedroom semi detached home is offered to the market in excellent condition having been refurbished by the current owners. • Semi Detached • Two Bedrooms • Modern Kitchen
• Large Garden • Modern Bathroom • Open Plan Lounge
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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: 01483 575727 8am - 10pm everyday An Excellent Investment Greenhill Gardens, Guildford £284,950
Feature property
A two bedroom terrace house set in the quiet location of Merrow Park within the cul de sac of Green Hill Garden. Perfect for first time buyers and offers two double bedrooms with a quaint garden.
• Two Bedrooms • Mid Terrace House • Cul De Sac • First Time Buyers • Excellent Schools
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Light And Spacious Downsview Court, Guildford £182,500 Set on the ground floor of this popular residential block, this light and spacious apartment is offered to market with no onward chain. The property enjoys use of the communal gardens, residents parking and private outside storage unit. • Ground Floor • Apartment • Two Bedrooms • Spacious Lounge • Communal Gardens • No Onward Chain HRT011604624
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Peaceful Retirement? Chasefield Close, Guildford £125,000 Set in a modern block of four apartments this first floor retirement flat is set in a popular cul de sac on the Weylea Farm Development. Nearby Burpham offers local shops and amenities along with a Sainsburys Supermarket. • Retirement Flat • Top Floor • Garage En Bloc
• Modern Kitchen • Modern Shower Room • Lounge/Diner
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Beginner's Luck Devoil Close, Burpham £195,000 This one bedroom starter home is situated on the bank of the Ford in the heart of the Village of Burpham. It is ideal to walk to local shops and parks and is close to all local amenities.
• Great Location • One Bedroom • Mid Terrace
• Village Position • Starter Home • No Onward Chain
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