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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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Feature property
£375,000
Hidden Gem Welsford Avenue, Bristol
A rare find comes with this outstanding unique detached bungalow. Situated close to commuting links of the M4/M5 and into the city centre yet positioned at the very end of a no through road on a lovely plot. • Detached Bungalow • Three Bedrooms • Driveway
• Double Garage • Unique Property • Close To Commuting Links HRT103607048
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£264,950
Timeless Beauty Grove Road, Bristol
A beautiful and immaculately renovated four bedroom double bay fronted Victorian mid terrace home. Full of charm yet all the modern luxuries you need, it is love at first sight. • Mid Terrace House • Four Bedrooms • En Suite To Master
• Rear Garden • Recently Renovated • Full Of Charm HRT103606987
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£209,950
Love At First Sight Northcote Road, Bristol
A beautifully maintained detached Victorian home on offer. Rarely available and with scope to extend and convert (subject to planning permission), you won't want to miss this one. • Detached House • Two Bedrooms • Two Reception Rooms
• Conservatory • Loft Room • Approx. 150ft Rear Garden HRT103607039
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£235,000
Beautifully Presented Radley Road, Bristol
Live the family life here, close to the ever popular Fishponds Road is this three bedroom home with garage and off street parking. The property also benefits from original 1930s features and is fully alarmed. • Semi Detached House • Three Bedrooms • Two Reception Rooms
• Fully Alarmed • Close To Local Amenities • Original Features HRT103607003
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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: 01179 654455 8am - 10pm everyday £199,995
Ready, Steady, Go! Elmhurst Avenue, Bristol
Immaculate 1930's style family home, close to local amenities, commuting links and bus route plus just a stones throw from Eastville Park perfect for those walks with the kids and dog. • Semi Detached House • Three Bedrooms • Two Reception Rooms
• Cellar • Driveway • Garage
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Welcome Home! Goodhind Street, Bristol £120,000 - £130,000
• Mid Terrace House • Two Bedrooms • Conservatory • Kitchen/Breakfast • Bedroom/Study
A well presented two bedroom terrace house with conservatory available for sale in Goodhind Street Easton.
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Show Home Britton Gardens, Bristol
A perfect up size for the growing family with this beautifully maintained three bedroom staggered terrace home situated in a lovely cul de sac location with a sunny private rear garden. • Mid Terrace House • Three Bedrooms • Fully Enclosed Rear Garden
• Alarmed Garage • Double Glazing • Gas Heating To Radiators
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Go For It Hudds Hill Gardens, Bristol £160,000 - £170,000
• Mid Terrace House • Three Bedrooms • Two Reception Rooms • Immaculate Garden • Well Presented
Well presented throughout, the property also benefits from a modern kitchen and family bathroom.
HRT103605777
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