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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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A Great Family Home Warminster Road, South Norwood
A charming detached family home providing substantial accommodation for the growing family. Two spacious reception rooms - great for entertaining those dinner parties with friends and family! • Eight/Nine Bedrooms • Detached House • Spacious Living Areas • Kitchen/Breakfast
• Four Bathrooms • Basement • Large Garden • Transport Links HRT013106112
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Call us now on: 020 8670 5845 8am - 10pm everyday £599,950
E-X-P-A-N-D Burghill Road, Sydenham
Fantastic and full of period charm is this rare to the market magnificent, semi detached house. Boasting an abundance of large rooms, the property briefly affords a kitchen/breakfast room with direct access onto a 50' (approx) garden which is ideal for summer barbeques! • Five Bedrooms • Semi Detached • Kitchen/Breakfast
• En Suite • Study • Spacious Garden
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Sheer Elegance High Trees Mansions £450,000
• Two Bedrooms • Victorian Apartment • En Suite • 10' High Ceilings • Fitted Kitchen • Chain Free
You will be absolutely amazed by this divine light, airy and spacious Victorian apartment affording beautiful views and enjoying a quiet secluded location. The vendor is offering a chain free purchase.
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Call us now on: 020 8670 5845 8am - 10pm everyday A Piece Of Paradise Downsview Road, Crystal Palace O.I.R.O £590,000 A wonderful five bedroom semi detached property offering stunning views. This stylish home offers a combination of space and elegance. Externally the rear garden is meticulously kept and the front of the property affords a spacious garden and parking.
• Five Bedrooms • Semi Detached • Stylish Kitchen • En Suite
• Well Kept Garden • Off Street Parking • Biggin Hill Woods • Local Amenities HRT013106304
Like No Other Home Cintra Park, Crystal Palace O.I.E.O £530,000 Exceptional five bedroom house nestled on a premier road in Crystal Palace just off the 'Triangle' and very close to Crystal Palace Park boasting a conservatory, generous kitchen/breakfast room and a ground floor cloakroom. • Five Bedrooms • Mid Terrace • Modern Throughout • Conservatory
• Two Bathrooms • Well Kept Garden • Off Street Parking • Chain Free
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Call us now on: 020 8670 5845 8am - 10pm everyday £330,000
Room To Grow Salters Hill, Crystal Palace
This brilliant modern end of terrace residence is located just across the road from Norwood Park. Gipsy Hill Train Station and good local schools are also closeby. The property affords a sizeable kitchen/breakfast room, a large wrap around garden and a modern bathroom suite. • Three Bedrooms • End Of Terrace • Modern Kitchen
• Local Amenities • Wrap Around Garden • Chain Free
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Overwhelming Raleigh Court, Lymer Avenue £305,000
• Three Bedrooms • Apartment • Purpose Built • Double Glazing • Garage • Chain Free
Seventh floor, three double bedroom purpose built flat, situated on a highly sought after development within Dulwich Colleges. The property briefly affords, a fitted kitchen, bathroom, ample storage space and absolutely stunning views.
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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: 020 8670 5845 8am - 10pm everyday A Home To Cherish Castledine Road, Anerley £220,000
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Possibly one of the best examples of a property of its type, set on an extremely popular road in Anerley is this exemplary and generous size, top floor, one double bedroom Victorian apartment.
• Double Bedroom • Victorian Apartment • Top Floor • Modern Kitchen • Period Features
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A Touch Of Elegance Benton's Lane, West Norwood O.I.E.O £180,000 A selection of four fabulous one bedroom, modern apartments with spacious and contemporary open plan kitchen/reception rooms, unique shaped double bedrooms and smart modern bathroom suites.
• Double Bedroom • Apartment • Newly Built • Modern Kitchen • Spacious Reception Room • Stylish Bathroom HRT013106424
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Timeless Beauty Woodvale Walk, West Norwood £300,000 Located within easy reach of Norwood Park, West Norwood High Street and equidistant to Gipsy Hill and West Norwood Train Station is this well kept modern three bedroom house. • Three Bedrooms • End Of Terrace • Modern Kitchen
• Neutral Decor • Excellent Amenities • Private Garden
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Quality And Comfort Hunters Meadow, Dulwich Wood Avenue £225,000 This flat is located within walking distance to Crystal Palace 'Triangle' with an array of quality restaurants, lively pubs, bars and coffee shops. The flat is nicely decorated throughout with one double bedroom, living room, kitchen, bathroom and private garage. • Double Bedroom • Purpose Built Flat • Double Glazing
• Transport Links • Amenities Access • Great Condition
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