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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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£599,950
Welcome To Paradise Tattersall Gardens, Leigh On Sea
Unrivalled views of Hadleigh Castle and the Estuary beyond are to be enjoyed from this four bedroom family home situated on the much sought after Marine Estate in the Westleigh School catchment area. The property itself offers generous accommodation. • Semi Detached House • Four Bedrooms • Sought After Marine Estate • West Facing Garden
• Conservatory • Superb Views • Extra Loft Room • Westleigh School Catchment SM024105910
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£475,000
Much Loved Home Beach Avenue, Leigh On Sea
A well loved spacious four bedroom detached family home situated within a sought after area in Leigh and close to local schools, shops and C2C line stations. This must not be missed. • Detached House • Four Bedrooms • Two Reception Rooms
• Spacious Family Home • Close To Local Schools • Close To Shops SM024105350
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Call us now on: 01702 474477 8am - 10pm everyday Seeing Is Believing Woodfield Road, Leigh On Sea £299,995 A true luxury apartment. An impressive three bedroom first floor apartment, situated south of the Leigh Road. Just a short distance from Chalkwell Station and the seafront, boasting views over the estuary.
• Apartment • Three Bedrooms • Station Nearby
• Kitchen/Diner • Estuary Views • High Ceilings HRT024105935
A Home To Cherish Glendale Gardens, Leigh On Sea £290,000 A beautifully presented three/four bedroom terrace property within touching distance of Leigh On Sea Broadway. This well thought out home is perfect for the growing family. An early inspection is highly recommended to appreciate the size. • Mid Terrace House • Four Bedrooms • Three Reception Rooms
• Lounge/Diner • Conservatory • Off Road Parking
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Call us now on: 01702 474477 8am - 10pm everyday Welcome Home Cranleigh Drive, Leigh On Sea
£285,000
Alan and Stella have now lived in their home for over 30 years and have loved every minute of it, the main reason is due to size of the home but it's the location that they have loved the most. • Semi Detached House • Three Bedrooms • Two Reception Rooms
• Close To The Estuary • Utility Room • West Facing Garden
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Beautiful Bungalow Nobles Green Close, Leigh On Sea £275,000 - £300,000
• Detached Bungalow • Two Bedrooms • Two Reception Rooms • Sought After Location • Close To Amenities • Off Road Parking
Ideally situated in a cul de sac location sits this immaculate two bedroom detached bungalow in the highly sought after Nobles Close estate. Comprising a separate lounge, kitchen and dining room with patio doors.
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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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Call us now on: 01702 474477 8am - 10pm everyday Circle This Ad Elmsleigh Drive, Leigh On Sea £225,000 - £235,000 This immaculate bungalow offers versatile accommodation alongside excellent outside space. The property has been fully refurbished and boasts a luxurious four piece bathroom. Situated within close proximity to Belfairs Park, this is a family home for all reasons.
• Semi Detached • Three Bedrooms • Fully Refurbished
• Luxury Bathroom • Belfairs Park • Off Road Parking SM024105896
A Rare Opportunity Eastwood Road North, Leigh On Sea £220,000 Our clients just love their three bedroom semi detached property but it's the location that they love the most, with Belfairs woods and golf course at the end of the road. It's great for those lovely walks with the children. • Semi Detached House • Three Bedrooms • Two Reception Rooms
• Kitchen/Diner • Conservatory • Great Travel Links
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Call us now on: 01702 474477 8am - 10pm everyday Stunning Cottage Flemming Crescent, Leigh On Sea
£200,000
If you're looking for something different then we have found the perfect home for you. Our client really does love this two bedroom cottage, with it's lovely interior and rear garden we are sure you will just fall in love with this stunning home. • Mid Terrace Cottage • Two Bedrooms • Two Reception Rooms
• Ground Floor Bathroom • Close To Belfairs Woods • Close To Amenitities
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You Won't Know What You're Missing Kings Hall, Wescliff On Sea £180,000 - £200,000
• Converted Apartment • Period Features • Vaulted Ceilings • Stained Glass Windows • Undercover Parking • Estuary Views
Truly inspiring and far from the ordinary is this one bedroom apartment in this converted Church development which created some individual apartments with full height stained glass windows and vaulted ceilings, views towards the Estuary and allocated covered parking.
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