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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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£365,000 - £375,000
Popular Village Tannery Road, Sawston
Positioned on the popular southern side of the frequently requested Village of Sawston and within easy access to Village amenities including shops, schools, restaurants and the medical practice. This modern four bedroom detached residence is presented to a very high standard. • Four Bedrooms • Detached House • Three Receptions • Local Schools
• Two Bathrooms • Master En Suite • Local Amenities • Mature Garden HRT029702886
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Call us now on: 01223 846493 8am - 10pm everyday O.I.E.O £475,000
Prominent Position Royston Road, Harston
Prominently positioned within this most popular south Cambridgeshire Village is this four bedroom family residence which has been modernised and extended to a high standard with love, care and thought by its current owners. • Four Bedrooms • Master En Suite • Three Receptions • Fully Modernised
• Views To Paddocks • 200ft Garden • Popular Village • A Must View HRT029702835
A Splendid Example High Street, Castle Camps £325,000
• Period Cottage • Three Bedrooms • Exposed Beams • Brick Flooring • Country Kitchen
A splendid example of a period detached residence which is situated within the heart of this popular Village. The property has been modernised to a high standard to provide bright and spacious living accommodation yet retaining a wealth of period features.
HRT029702889
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Call us now on: 01223 846493 8am - 10pm everyday Escape From The City Padlock Road, West Wratting Guide Price £425,000 Are you are searching for that escape from City life and yearn for that peace and quiet after a long day at work? Then look no further than this fantastic three bedroom detached bungalow tucked away in the picturesque Village of West Wratting.
• Detached • Three Bedrooms • Generous Grounds
• Views To Farmland • Popular Village • Large Garden HRT029702961
You Can't Top This Chalkhill Barrow, Melbourn £285,000 As soon as you walk into this three bedroom residence you can tell it has been cared for and loved by its current owners. The property is presented to a very high standard and benefits from the addition of a conservatory to rear with views to garden. • Three Bedrooms • Semi Detached • Spacious And Bright • Conservatory
• Cloakroom • Popular Village • Amenities Access • Cul De Sac
HRT029702972
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Well Proportioned Teversham Way, Sawston £265,000 - £275,000 A well proportioned family residence which has been tastefully extended and modernised by its current owners to provide versatile living and entertainment space including, lounge, family room, kitchen/breakfast room and summer room. • Three Bedrooms • Semi Detached • Four Receptions • Extended
• Fully Modernised • Private Location • Kitchen/Breakfast • Corner Plot
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Modern Terrace Edinburgh Avenue, Sawston £199,950 A modern terrace home situated on the northern edge of this well served and frequently requested Village location. The property is presented to a high standard and benefits from easy access to local shops, schools and Village amenities.
• Three Bedrooms • Mid Terrace • Modern Home • Popular Village
• High Standard • Dining Room • Local To Schools • Garage
HRT029702959
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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: 01223 846493 8am - 10pm everyday Welcome Home Fowlmere Road, Foxton £320,000 - £330,000
Feature property
Modern, detached, three bedroom residence which is located in the heart of the popular South Cambridgeshire Village of Foxton, providing easy access to local Village amenities including shops, schools and the Railway Station. • Three Bedrooms • Detached House • Two Receptions • Two Bathrooms • Refitted Bathroom • Well Presented HRT029702956
Picturesque Village Hall Close, Bourn £192,500 Three bedroom semi detached property set within the picturesque Village of Bourn, benefiting from being within the Comberton Village College catchment. The property would benefit from some modernisation and is offered with no onward chain. • Three Bedrooms • Semi Detached • Village Location • Local Amenities • Good Rail Links • No Onward Chain HRT029702935
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Call us now on: 01223 846493 8am - 10pm everyday O.I.E.O £215,000
Well Presented Hillfield Road, Comberton
Well presented, light and spacious family home in a traffic free position within this most highly requested Village location. The property benefits from open plan kitchen/family area which provides bright and versatile living space. • Three Bedrooms • Mid Terrace • Two Receptions • Light And Spacious
• Open Plan Kitchen • Versatile Living Space • Close To Shops • Village Amenities HRT029702976
Extended Finchs Field, Little Eversden £290,000 - £299,950
• Two Bedrooms • Bungalow • Two Receptions • Two Bathrooms • Popular Village
Extended and much improved by its current owners this two bedroom bungalow is presented to a high standard and offers bright and spacious practical living space. The property benefits from mature rear garden with views to village orchard and is positioned within a private cul de sac.
HRT029702782
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