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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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£270,000 - £280,000
Far From The Ordinary Sutton Road, Mepal
An individual four bedroom detached family home built by our sellers approx. two years ago. Deceptively spacious and set on a good size plot with ample off road parking. It was important to our seller to have generous living space so to the ground floor there are two reception rooms, plus a bedroom/additional living room. • Four Bedrooms • Bungalow • Three Receptions • Two Bathrooms
• Family Home • Spacious Throughout • Ample Parking • Rear Garden HRT014108510
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Call us now on: 01353 664112 8am - 10pm everyday Your Family Deserves... Duck Lane, Haddenham £290,000 - £300,000
Feature property
Are you hunting for a new home, then look no further! Exclusive to us, is this four bedroom detached house set on a corner plot and tucked within a cul de sac. Offering all the space your family will require with two reception rooms and a spacious kitchen. • Four Bedrooms • Two Receptions • Detached House • Corner Plot • Cul De Sac Location
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Don't Miss Out! Longchamp Drive, Ely £210,000 - £220,000 Three double bedroom town house in the popular Cathedral View development in Ely. Set over three floors my seller loved the master suite incorporating a well proportioned bedroom, lovely dressing area and a smart en suite. • Modern Town House • Three Bedrooms • En Suite • Popular Development • Ely Location • Chain Free HRT014108577
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Call us now on: 01353 664112 8am - 10pm everyday Careful... It's Loaded With Charm High Street, Haddenham
£600,000
Dating back to the 1600's, this grade II listed cottage has had a number of uses over the years and oozes charm and character both inside and out. You will step back in time as you meander from room to room with almost every room having a feature fireplace! • Four Bedrooms • Three Receptions • Grade II Listed
• Lanscaped Garden • Double Garage • Period Features
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Spacious And Versatile Meadow Way, Mepal Guide Price £230,000
• Four Bedrooms • Bungalow • Spacious Conservatory • Dining Room • Well Presented • Garage
Prepare to be amazed by the versatility and space contained within this four bedroom detached family home. Our sellers have created a very individual home which has a spiral staircase and four double bedrooms!
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SALES
Call us now on: 01353 664112 8am - 10pm everyday £180,000 - £190,000
Modern Living Teal Avenue, Soham
You cannot fail to be impressed by the space and versatility of this three bedroom semi detached house which has all the comforts that come with modern day living. Having a good size garden and making an ideal family home. • Three Bedrooms • Semi Detached • Two Receptions • Two Bathrooms
• Cloakroom • En Suite • Off Street Parking • Family Home HRT014108467
Spacious Family Home Felton Way, Ely £175,000 - £185,000
• Three Bedrooms • Semi Detached • Kitchen/Diner • Spacious • Enclosed Garden
Set within Ely City itself, this amazing three bedroom semi detached family home with garage will not be around for long! Our seller was instantly drawn to the spacious living accommodation with the kitchen/diner being the hub of her home.
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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: 01353 664112 8am - 10pm everyday Fantastic Find Kirby Cross Avenue, Ely £150,000 - £160,000
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Look no further for that family size kitchen and good size rear garden as this three bedroom semi detached house has it all. Located within a cul de sac, our sellers have enjoyed their time living in this property but now feel it's the right time to move on. • Three Bedrooms • Detached House • Cul De Sac • Garage • Driveway
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City Location Lynn Road, Ely £170,000 Deceptively spacious two double bedroom terrace house in a prime City location. Perfect if you want to stroll into Town and enjoy Ely's amenties on your doorstep. The garage to the rear means drivers are catered for, so the best of both worlds! • Two Bedrooms • Mid Terrace • Spacious Lounge • Close To Centre • Spacious Throughout • No Forward Chain HRT014108534
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Call us now on: 01353 664112 8am - 10pm everyday £225,000 - £235,000
Amazing Field Views! The Row, Sutton
Having evolved over the years and with amazing field views to the rear, this three bedroom detached bungalow is set on The Row, an extremely sought after location in Sutton. A tardis internally any buyer cannot help but be amazed by the potential within. • Three Bedrooms • Bungalow • Conservatory
• Field Views • Ample Parking • Garage
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A Happy Home Kiln Close, Little Downham £190,000
• Three Bedrooms • Cul De Sac • Detached House • Well Maintained • Backs Onto Fields
This happy home is looking for a new family to take ownership. Tucked in a corner of the cul de sac with fields behind, this three bedroom detached house has separate lounge and dining room plus garage and parking.
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