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Why now is a good time to sell
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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
£450,000 - £470,000
Welcome To Paradise Glebe Gardens, Leicester
With scope to extend and privately positioned this three bedroom property is not to be missed. Situated in a popular location of Oadby, the bungalow brings a wealth of accommodation with three bedrooms, two bath/shower rooms and four reception rooms. • Detached Bungalow • Privately Positioned • Three Bedrooms • Generous Accommodation
• Conservatory • Triple Garage • Extensive Gardens • Off Road Parking HRT017114920
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Call us now on: 0116 262 9913 8am - 10pm everyday You Can't Top This Forest House Lane, Leicester
£400,000 - £420,000
Exceptional five bedroom property situated on the popular street of Forest House Lane. Plenty of living accomadation throughout with the added benefit of two en suites and a family bathroom • Detached House • Five Bedrooms • Two Reception Rooms • Two En Suites
• Well Maintained Gardens • Off Road Parking • Double Garage • Well Presented HRT017114536
A Rare Opportunity Lady Hay Road, Leicester £340,000
• Detached House • Five Bedrooms • En Suite To Master Bedroom • Generous Garden • Double Garage • Off Road Parking
A large five bedroom detached family home built in the sought after Bradgate Heights Estate. This property is perfect for a family or professional couples looking for space. Includes double garage
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Call us now on: 0116 262 9913 8am - 10pm everyday It's Time To Live Meredith Road, Rowley Fields, Leicester £200,000 - £210,000 Extremely attractive and extended three bedroom semi deteched property close to local amenities and local schools. Ready to be moved into straight away, this property also has plans to be extended even further.
• Semi Detached • Three Bedrooms • Two Receptions • Extended
• Garage • Rear Garden • Spacious • Attractive HRT017115017
Make Memories Oakwood Road, Leicester £180,000 Attractive three storey, three bedroom property with added benefits of a converted garage to office, utility room and en suite off master bedroom. Surprisingly spacious for what the front seems to offer. • Mid Terrace House • Three Bedrooms • Converted Garage
• En Suite • Rear Garden • Off Road Parking
HRT017115009
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SALES
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£160,000 - £170,000
Attractive And Spacious Wessex Drive, Leicester
Attractive and spacious three bedroom property situated in an ideal location for motorway links and access to the city centre. With large living accommodation downstairs and en suite off master bedroom, this property is definitely value for money • Detached House • Three Bedrooms • Two Reception Rooms • Attractive & Spacious
• En Suite • Good Transport Links • Close To City Centre • Detached Garage HRT017114419
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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
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£1,200 PCM
Period Style Spacious Home Somerville Road, Leicester
haart lettings are pleased to offer new to the rental market this exceptional four bedroom family home located off Narborough Road close to the junction with Evesham Road. Perfect for a professional couple or family. • Four/Five Bedroom House • Loft Conversion • Off Road Parking
• Private Rear Garden • Good Transport Links • Close To Local Amenities HRT047002359
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Call us now on: 0116 262 9913 8am - 10pm everyday Quality And Style In Abundance Fowke Street, Rothley
£1,250 PCM
Please call haart to view this stunning two bedroom apartment in the desirable Charnwood borough Village of Rothley. Providing excellent catchment for local schools, good access for the motorways • Stylish Apartment • Two Bedrooms • Modern Kitchen
• Original Features • Good Transport Links • Desirable Location
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Elegant And Modern Knighton Church Road, Knighton £1,200 PCM
• Mid Town House • Three Bedrooms • Popular Location • Well Presented • Close To City Centre
haart have found this fantastic spacious three bedroom mid town house located one of the most desirable roads, Knighton Church Road. This elegent home is finished in a modern and cosmopolitan style
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Call us now on: 0116 262 9913 8am - 10pm everyday Words Can't Do It Justice Sextant Road, Scraptoft £1,150 PCM haart are very proud to offer this outstanding five bedroom detached home set over three large floors of accommodation. The stunning quality of this newly built home simply has to be seen to appreciated
• Detached House • Five Bedrooms • Three Storeys
• Four En Suites • Enclosed Garden • Transport Links HRT047002327
Welcome Home Noel Street, Leicester £750 PCM A large and spacious four bedroom property situated within walking distance of Demontfort University, the bars and shops at Braunstone Gate and Leicester City Centre • Mid Terrace House • Four Bedrooms • Fully Furnished
• Open Plan Living • Close To University • Spacious & Modern
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We Found It, Believe It Hylion Road, Leicester
Fully Furnished Western Road, Leicester £675 PCM
£700 PCM
haart are happy to offer this spacious three bedroom semi detached home in the very popular suburb of West Knighton, Leicester.
A terrific two bedroom apartment situated in the popular and established location of the River Buildings, Leicester. Fully furnished and canalside views at the River Buildings
• Semi Detached House • Three Bedrooms • Off Road Parking
• Two Bedrooms • Apartment • Fully Furnished
• Spacious • Local Amenities • Garage
• Popular Location • Balcony • Canalside Views
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Great Home In Great Location Benskins Oval, Leicester
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Personality Plus Keepers Walk, Leicester £575 PCM
£550 PCM
Call haart today to secure this well presented two bedroom property situated conveniently near to A6 Loughborough and A46 and within a short drive to Leicester City Centre.
haart are please to offer this well presented two bedroom mid town house. Providing good access to the M1/M69, Beaumont Leys Shopping Centre and the City Centre
• Terrace House • Two Bedrooms • Well Presented
• End Of Terrace • Two Bedrooms • Good Condition
• Great Location • Fitted Kitchen • Double Glazing HRT047001079
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• Great Location • Local Amenities • Rear Garden HRT047000916
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Another happy customer…
Spring 2013
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"I would certainly recommend haart, they give a very good personal service." Anne Claricotes
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