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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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£2,400,000
Welcome To Paradise The Drive, Ickenham
Come and live the life of Riley in an exclusive private road in Ickenham with this spacious and contemporary designed family home, built to a very high standard by the current owners in 2004 and cherished ever since. • Six Bedrooms • Gated Drive • Double Garage • CCTV
• Marble Flooring • Spacious Living Areas • Balcony • Spacious Garden HRT016205540
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SALES
Call us now on: 01895 270915 8am - 10pm everyday £590,000 - £610,000
A Home For All Reasons Hercies Road, Hillingdon
Ideally located in North Hillingdon and hard to find with this potential, is an amazing detached family home that already is a great property. You can even go bigger if you desire with the great potential to the side and rear (STPP). • Detached Home • Four Bedrooms • Downstairs Shower Room
• Private Rear Garden • Garage • Off Street Parking
HRT016205543
The Finished Article Oakdene Road, Hillingdon £350,000
• End Of Terrace House • Three Bedrooms • Utility Room • Off Street Parking • High Standard
Come see this fantastic three double bedroom family home. Finished to a high standard and extended more than you can possibly dream, the more you look, the more space you will find.
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£799,950
The Good Life Portman Gardens, Hillingdon
A fabulous place to come home to, this beautiful detached house has been a much loved family home to the current vendors for the last 20 years. Now it is time for you to seize the opportunity and become the next lucky owner of this absolute gem! • Five Bedrooms • Detached House • Four Reception Rooms
• Downstairs Cloakroom • Utility Room • Parking And Garage HRT016205556
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SALES
Call us now on: 01895 270915 8am - 10pm everyday £335,000
Size Matters New Road, Hillingdon
With easy access to all the amenities you will need is this family home where if size matters you won't be disappointed. Good condition and ready to make your move that much easier. • Four Bedrooms • Semi Detached Home • Downstairs WC
• Rear Garden • Summer House • Modern Fitted Kitchen
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Welcome Home Abingdon Close, Hillingdon £560,000
• Four Bedrooms • Detached Home • Private Drive • Garage
This detached property located just off Court Drive is a must see and offers many benefits. Features include four double bedrooms and own drive to garage.
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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: 01895 270915 8am - 10pm everyday £659,950
Delightful Holm Grove, Hillingdon
The quiet life in this cul de sac location with the easy life of a great size home in lovely condition. What more can you ask for? Maybe the easy access to the tube line to get yourself into London or the great schools locally for the children! • Four Bedrooms • Detached House • Ideal For Commuters
• Off Street Parking • Garage • Private Garden
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Annexe Included Green lane, Hillingdon £375,000
• Four Bedrooms • Detached Bungalow • Self Contained Annexe • Open Plan Living
A rare chance to aquire a well presented four bedroom detached chalet bungalow with self contained annexe to the rear. The property is situated within easy walking distance of the Uxbridge Road with it's shops and transport links into Uxbridge.
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SALES
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Showplace Hubbards Close, Hillingdon
With nothing to do other than pop your bags down and put your furniture in is this amazing home. The current vendors have taken great pride in the maintenance and up keep of the home over the years, they have been there and this is shown throughout. • Three Bedrooms • Semi Detached Home • Conservatory
• Downstairs Cloakroom • Spacious Rear Garden • Well Presented
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Too Nice To Last Corwell Lane, Hillingdon £450,000
• Four Bedrooms • Detached Home • Front And Rear Gardens • Garage
We have found the spacious home your growing family needs. Ideally located for your morning commute, whether catching a bus, getting to the A40 or dropping your children off to any of the highly regarded local schools, there is easy access to everywhere.
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