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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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O.I.E.O £500,000
The Ultimate Residence Grange Avenue, Luton
Tucked away down a private road is this absolutely stunning executive five bedroom detached family home that blends pure quality and elegance throughout, in which much time has been spent to create a beautiful home. • Five Bedrooms • Detached House • Three Receptions • Three Bathrooms
• Large Kitchen • Fine Location • Local Amenities • Beautiful Home HRT029604200
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SALES
Call us now on: 01582 569020 8am - 10pm everyday £274,950
Needs A Large Family Gardenia Avenue, Luton
This superb five bedroom heavily extended semi detached family home located along the popular Gardenia Avenue has been improved and maintained by the current owners to the highest standard throughout. • Five Bedrooms • Semi Detached • Extended • 24ft Lounge
• Cloakroom • Driveway • Immaculate Condition • Train Station Access HRT029604364
Welcome Home Hasketon Drive, Luton £185,000 - £195,000 The present owners have spent much time improving and maintaining this three bedroom semi detached family home featuring a stunning extended kitchen to the rear as well as a refitted bathroom.
• Three Bedrooms • Semi Detached • Superb Condition • Stunning Kitchen • Study Area • Cloakroom • Cul De Sac
HRT029603127
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Call us now on: 01582 569020 8am - 10pm everyday Lots Of Space Morgan Close, Luton £170,000 - £180,000 Arranged over three floors, the current owners and their children have enjoyed the accommodation that this beautifully presented home offers. The ground floor consists of the large lounge/diner offering bright and spacious living accommodation with doors to the rear garden.
• Three Bedrooms • Mid Terrace • Two Bathrooms
• Lounge/Diner • Dressing Room • Garage HRT029603920
Warmth - Style - Charm Limbury Road, Luton £235,000 This rarely available and delightful three bedroom detached property located within the extremely popular Limbury area of Luton has been tastefully improved and maintained by the current owners whilst still retaining some original features. • Three Bedrooms • Detached House • Popular Location
• Two Receptions • Brilliant Condition • Garage
HRT029604247
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Call us now on: 01582 569020 8am - 10pm everyday Beautiful Family Home Swasedale Road, Luton £305,000 - £315,000
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The current owners have thoroughly enjoyed what has been a superb and spacious extended family home for them during their many happy years here. The house was purchased by the current owners for its convenient location. • Four Bedrooms • Detached House • Two Receptions • Two Bathrooms • Extended And Spacious • 28ft Lounge/Diner HRT029604388
Great Scope Borough Road, Dunstable £290,000 - £310,000 This is a unique detached family home which has been enhanced by the current owners to suit their own lifestyles. There are three very large reception rooms featured throughout, offering ample living space for family and guests. • Four Bedrooms • Detached House • Three Receptions • Two Bathrooms • Indoor Pool • No Chain HRT029604051
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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: 01582 569020 8am - 10pm everyday £219,950
Immaculate Family Home Grampian Way, Luton
This well maintained and much improved three/four bedroom semi detached family home located within the extremely popular Sundon Park area of Luton has been refurbished and decorated to the highest level and must be viewed to appreciate. • Three/Four Bedrooms • Semi Detached • Two Receptions • Improved Throughout
• Sundon Park • Study • Kitchen/Diner • Double Garage HRT029604362
A Lovely Home Eldon Road, Luton £185,000 - £195,000
• Three Bedrooms • Semi Detached • Two Receptions • Refitted Bathroom • Popular Location
This gorgeous three bedroom semi detached family home has been lovingly cared for by the current owners featuring a recently refitted bathroom and superb rear garden situated within the popular Lutin & Dunstable borders.
HRT029604337
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Improved And Maintained Dordans Road, Luton £167,000 This lovely three bedroom semi detached home has been lovingly cared for by the current owner and is offered in very good condition throughout whilst being conveniently close to Leagrave Mainline Train Station. • Three Bedrooms • Semi Detached • Lounge/Diner
• Double Glazing • Driveway • Station Access
HRT029604355
Simply Stunning Swallow Close, Luton £148,000 This exceptional and beautiful two bedroom semi detached home has been lovingly cared for and improved by the current owners to the highest standard offering a warm and charming living space.
• Two Bedrooms • Semi Detached • Refitted Bathroom
• Driveway • Rear Garden • Well Presented
HRT029604241
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