Hot Property September 2013

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Why now is a good time to sell

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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 7703 2662 8am - 10pm everyday Truly Amazing Champion Hill, Camberwell £525,000

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A truly amazing opportunity to purchase a rather unique three bedroom apartment in a stylish "Art Deco" property. Boasting, front and rear gardens and there is even a garage! In a fantastic location, high and leafy on Champion Hill.

• Three Bedrooms • Apartment • Art Deco • Transport Links • Garage

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Super Family Home Elmington Road, Camberwell O.I.E.O £550,000 A super family home that has been much loved and cared for by the current owners. They have enjoyed the sense of community the area offers with get togethers in nearby Brunswick Park. They have only decided to move because of the growing family.

• Three Bedrooms • Mid Terrace • Two Receptions • Backwater Close • Brunswick Park

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SALES

Call us now on: 020 7703 2662 8am - 10pm everyday Well Presented Redwing Mews, Vaughan Road

£425,000

This home is offered for sale in good order throughout and provides generous accommodation with a well planned and convenient layout on one level. The reception room is a bright and airy room, with warm tones from the wood flooring.

• Two Bedrooms • Mews House • Gated Development • Wood Flooring

• Courtyard Gardens • Large Windows • Open Plan Reception • Allocated Parking HRT030103842

Split Level Grove Lane, Camberwell £525,000

• Three Bedrooms • Apartment • Dining Room • Two Bathrooms • Utility Room • Balcony

A fantastic split level apartment that sits comfortably in a handsome period building providing either two or three bedroom accommodation. The apartment is light and bright with a contemporary feel, boasting traditional period features.

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Be Quick Urlwin Street, Camberwell O.I.E.O £385,000 Be quick off the mark if you don't want to be disappointed! This super smart period conversion flat boasts generous room sizes, high ceilings, sash windows, a large well fitted kitchen, two double bedrooms and a fantastic bathroom in which to luxuriate.

• Two Bedrooms • Apartment • Lovely Reception • Fitted Kitchen

• High Ceilings • Sash Windows • Conservation Area • Local Park

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Secluded Corner Plot Allendale Close, Camberwell £275,000 We are delighted to bring to the market, this super ground floor apartment, which sits on a secluded corner plot of this development, known as Selborne Village.

Built by Wates in the early 1980's, simply fantastic.

• One Bedroom • Apartment • Private Entrance

• Large Garden • Garage En Bloc • Central Location

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Call us now on: 020 7703 2662 8am - 10pm everyday Super Apartment Commercial Way, Peckham O.I.E.O £270,000 A super apartment set at first floor level, in this well maintained modern building. An enviable outlook from the reception room and second bedroom over the wonderful open spaces of Burgess Park.

• Two Bedrooms • Apartment • First Floor • Double Glazing

• Sociable Layout • Town Centre • Allocated Parking • Great Location HRT030103859

Spacious Family Home Redan Terrace, Camberwell £540,000 This super family home comes ready to go with spacious, bright accommodation arranged over two floors. The smart reception room with an aspect over the front garden has a solid wood floor, creating a sense of real warmth to the hub of the home.

• Three Bedrooms • Semi Detached • Cul De Sac

• Double Glazing • Two Floors • Walk To Sation

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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 7703 2662 8am - 10pm everyday Luxuriously Furnished Orange Tree Court, Havil Street £1,500 PCM

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Luxuriously furnished and presented apartment at the sought after Orange Tree Court on Havil Street SE5. Not far from Camberwell Green, Dulwich or Denmark Hill and close to the renown Camberwell Arts College.

• Two Bedrooms • Apartment • Well Presented • Modern Kitchen • Grand Reception • Balcony HRT046800747

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St. Giles Hospital, St. Giles Road £2,000 PCM Set within this newly arranged development in the previously occupied space of St Giles Hospital is this grand apartment benefiting from the most up to date fixtures and fittings.

Comprising of three well proportioned completely furnished bedrooms.

• Three Bedrooms • Apartment • Former Hospital • Modern Fixtures • Well Proportioned • Furnished HRT046801121

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LETTINGS

Call us now on: 020 7703 2662 8am - 10pm everyday £1,800 PCM

Family Home Ada Road, London

Ada Road is a fantastic residential street not far away from Camberwell Green and Brunswick Park. Just off Giles Road and highly sought after by families and professionals.

• Two Bedrooms • Terrace House • Residential Street

• Fabulous Kitchen • Well Presented • Large Bay Window

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Bright And Airy Bavent Road, Camberwell £1,400 PCM

• Two Bedrooms • Apartment • Bright And Airy • Great Condition • Modern Kitchen • Attractive Setting

haart of Camberwell present to the market a beautifully decorated bright and airy, furnished apartment just behind Kings College Hospital.

Accessible for Brixton, Dulwich, Denmark Hill and further afield via all major modes of public transport.

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Character Filled Graces Road, Camberwell £1,500 PCM We welcome to the market this character filled duplex period conversion on the residential Graces Road, Camberwell. Boasting a central hallway leading to the family size carpeted lounge with large bay windows.

• Two Bedrooms • Apartment • Character Filled

• Large Windows • Original Flooring • Transport Links

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Three Storey's Burcher Gale Grove £2,400 PCM This brilliant three storey house has become available and is ready for tenants.

It has four bedrooms, two bathrooms, a very large reception and an integrated kitchen with all appliances including a dishwasher.

• Four Bedrooms • Detached House • Large Reception

• Appliances • Station Access • Rear Garden

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Call us now on: 020 7703 2662 8am - 10pm everyday Great Location Meridian Court, Gervase Street

£1,150 PCM

Though you may not recognise Gervase Street SE15, you may be able to picture it at the top of The Old Kent Road towards New Cross. This area boasts plenty of shops and convenient transport links via more than twenty bus routes.

• One Bedroom • Modern Flat • Transport Links

• Great Kitchen • Plenty Of Storage • Power Shower

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Amazingly Large Fearnley House, Vestry Road £1,200 PCM

• Two Bedrooms • Maisonette • Well Presented • New Furniture • Secure Entry • Open Plan Kitchen

We are pleased to offer an amazingly large and well presented apartment just off Camberwell Grove. In an excellent decorative condition, brand new furniture, fixtures, fittings, appliances and kitchen.

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