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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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£745,000
Welcome to Paradise Church Crookham, Fleet
An impressive five bedroom detached family home positioned among mature woodland on an exceptional plot enjoying far reaching views. The property is set back from the road and approached via a long shingle drive leading to the main residence. • Detached House • Five Bedrooms • En Suite Bathroom
• Secluded Area • Spacious Driveway • Amazing Views HRT014505566
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SALES
Call us now on: 01252 613166 8am - 10pm everyday £575,000
Beautiful Home Elnoth Drive, Fleet
This impressive detached executive family home is decorated to a very high specification and sits on a corner plot, offering total privacy with it's private south facing garden. • Detatched House • Five Bedrooms • Two En Suites
• Corner Plot • Transport Links • No Chain
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Period Home Albert Street, Fleet £415,000
• Detatched House • Period Home • Four Bedrooms • Garage • Great Transport Links
This attractive double fronted period home is located in the heart of Fleet, close to the town centre and station, convenient for your shopping and travelling.
HRT014505592
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Ex Show Home Foxtails, Fleet OIEO £375,000 An impressive three bedroom semi detached luxury home built by Berkley and set in the popular executive development of Edenbrook. The property boasts a wide range of impressing features throughout and has been designed to a high specification. • Semi Detached • Luxury Home • Three Bedrooms
• Off Road Parking • Garage • Popular Development
HRT014505675
Charm... Pine Grove, Church Crookham £399,950 A spacious well presented detached family home providing versatile accommodation, located in a quiet area of Church Crookham with local amenities closeby and within the popular Court Moor catchment area.
• Detached House • Family Home • Four Bedrooms
• Three Bathrooms • Two Receptions • Desirable Area
HRT014505423
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Quality and Comfort Shaldons Way, Fleet
Welcome Home Ferndale Road, Church Crookham £312,500
£309,950
This three bedroom semi detached home is located in a quiet cul-de-sac within the leafy Tavistock Area of Fleet. Close to All Saints School and a walkable distance to the town centre.
This two bedroom bungalow is located within the popular Court Moor catchment of Church Crookham.
• Semi Detached • Quiet Area • Three Bedrooms
• Bungalow • Two Bedrooms • Popular Area
• Attractive Garden • Driveway • Desirable Location HRT014505676
Show Off Upper Street, Fleet
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Fantastic Find Turbary Road, Fleet £134,950
OIEO £300,000
This is a perfect investment or first time buy opportunity. Spacious one bedroom second floor appartment. Conveniently located with Fleet High Street on your door step. • Apartment • Second Floor • One Bedroom
This three bedroom semi-detached house is perfect for any family, tastefully decorated so you can move in and start living, with a south facing garden you can sit and watch your little ones play safely.
• Desirable Area • Central Location • No Chain
• Semi Detached • Three Bedrooms • Two Receptions HRT014505680
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• Spacious Garden • Off Street Parking • Amenities Nearby
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• South Facing Garden • Desirable Location • Amenities Nearby HRT014505668
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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: 01252 613166 8am - 10pm everyday Brilliant Find Durham Drive, Camberly £2,000 PCM
Feature property
This stunning five bedroom house is presented in immaculate order throughout and would make a perfect family home for anyone looking for a spacious property with a modern finish.
• Detached House • Five Bedrooms • Three Reception Rooms • Three En Suite Bathrooms • Kitchen/Breakfast Room • Double Garage HRT041000985
Welcome Home Giffard Lane, Fleet £1,500 PCM Located on Elvetham Heath, this immaculate four bedroom terrace town house is available immediately and is presented in excellent order throughout. An absolutely superb family home.
• Detached House • Four Bedrooms • Open Plan Kitchen/Diner • Two En Suites • Detached Garage • Great Travel Links HRT041001006
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Beauty And The Best Maple Avenue, Farnborough £1,250 PCM Located in Guillemont Fields, Farnborough, this well presented and neutrally decorated three bedroom, two bathroom house is to be let unfurnished. This mid terrace property is a perfect family home. • Mid Terrace House • Three Bedrooms • Lounge/Diner
• En Suite Shower Room • Modern Kitchen • Well Presented
HRT041001005
End Of Terrace Greenville Gardens, Frimley £1,200 PCM A newly refurbished three bedroom semi detached house which is to be let unfurnished. Single garage and parking. Close proximity to all local amenities and road/rail links.
• End Of Terrace • Three Bedrooms • Fully Refurbished
• Modern Kitchen • Close To School • Travel Links
HRT041000915
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Call us now on: 01252 613166 8am - 10pm everyday £1,100 PCM
A Happy Home Sylvan Glade, Farnborough
Three bedroom semi detached house is located in a lovely quiet cul-de-sac in Farnborough. The property presents in immaculate order, being completed to a high standard. Ideal for a small family. • Semi Detached House • Three Bedrooms • Kitchen/Breakfast Room
• En Suite Shower Room • Enclosed Rear Garden • Great Travel Links
HRT041000880
Let Your Family Grow Netherhouse Moor, Church Crookham £1,150 PCM
• Semi Detached House • Three Bedrooms • Quiet Location • Modern Kitchen • Great Area For Schools
A large spacious three bedroom house on a corner plot in a quiet cul de sac in Fleet. Great schools in the area, all within walking distance. Great open fields and close to Basingstoke canals for walking and cycling. A perfect family home.
HRT041000993
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Call us now on: 01252 613166 8am - 10pm everyday A Rare Opportunity Ramsdell Road, Fleet £1,000 PCM An immaculately presented and incredibly spacious two bedroom apartment, situated on the ever popular Elvetham Heath development. This property would be ideal for professional sharers or a couple.
• Apartment • Two Bedrooms • En Suite
• Living/Dining • Private Balcony • Allocated Parking HRT041001017
Far From The Ordinary Broomfield Place, Fleet £900 PCM haart of Fleet are happy to offer this immaculately presented two bedroom apartment to the market, situated on the ever popular Elvetham Heath development. This property would be ideal for a professional couple. • Beautiful Apartment • Two Bedrooms • En Suite Bathroom
• Lounge/Diner • Allocated Parking • Great Travel Links
HRT041001003
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