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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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Guide Price £795,000
Flexible Accommodation Heather Bank, Platt Common
Internally the property offers versatile family accommodation. Four well proportioned bedrooms are located on the first floor, with one currently arranged as a kitchen. This enables this floor to be used as a separate living accommodation if required. • Five/Six Bedrooms • 1986 Built • Detached Property
• Family Home • Fantastic Gardens • Drawing Room HRT024306635
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Call us now on: 01622 751222 8am - 10pm everyday A Touch Of Elegance Nepicar Lane, Sevenoaks £1,250,000
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A most attractive semi rural residence which has been sensitively refurbished and developed to create a stunning property arranged over two floors. The setting of the property is one of its most compelling factors that make this property so desirable. • Four Bedrooms • Detached House • Two Receptions • Three Bathrooms • Three Stables • 3.75 Acres (STMS) HRT024306541
A Happy Home Turgis Close, Langley £150,000 - £160,000 Just south east of Maidstone this family home provides a rural feel with many a country walk to be had. Your family will certainly be impressed with this one. Close enough that travelling back into Maidstone is not far and easy access to motorway links is key. • Three Bedrooms • Mid Terrace House • Great Location • Close To Amenities • Motorway Links
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Spoil Yourself Lewis Court Drive, Boughton Monchelsea £230,000 - £250,000 With lots of downstairs living space the kids will never get under your feet. An open plan lounge and diner, leading to a breakfast/office area that means you can all have your own space to sit and relax, enjoy a coffee or read a book. • Three Bedrooms • Semi Detached Property • Extended • Sun Room
• Shower Room • Office/Breakfast Room • Off Road Parking • Garage
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Fantastic Size Edna Road, Maidstone £160,000 - £180,000 Located within half a mile of Maidstone Town and the M20 junction, this is ideal for any working family. Benefits include double glazing throughout, off road parking, garage, conservatory, three bedrooms and a good size rear garden.
• Three Bedrooms • Semi Detached • Double Glazing • Conservatory
• Great Garden • Walk To Town • Parking • Garage
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Call us now on: 01622 751222 8am - 10pm everyday Rare Opportunity Westerhill Road, Coxheath £275,000 Located close to the heart of the popular Village of Coxheath, this bungalow provides buyers a chance to purchase something very special. Having been lovingly decorated by the previous owner and with rooms with multiple uses, this will not hang around for long.
• Two Bedrooms • Bungalow • Two Receptions
• Flexible • Dining Area • Popular Village HRT024305994
Circle This Ad Station Road, Tonbridge £550,000 This substantial detached family home enjoys a rural location on the outskirts of the Village of Staplehurst. The immaculately presented accommodation consists of five bedrooms, two en suites, conservatory and a double garage to name a few. • Five Bedrooms • Detached Property • Village Location • Conservatory
• Two En Suites • L Shaped Lounge • Close To Station • Double Garage
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LETTINGS
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£2,200 PCM
Picture Perfect Old Loose Hill, Loose
haart are delighted to present this amazing four bedroom detached 18th century home, loaded with elegance, charm and tradition with spectacular views over the beautiful and picturesque Village of Loose. This is an incredible property. • Four Bedrooms • Detached House • 18th Century • Fantastic Views
• Wine Cellar • Sash Windows • Open Fireplace • Village Location HRT0496000206
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Star Of The Show Heathfield Avenue, Penenden Heath £1,100 PCM 1930's extended semi detached cottage style house, located in this stunning position in a quiet unadopted road backing onto Penenden Heath itself. The property has been extensively modernised and extended. • Three/Four Bedrooms • Extended • Semi Detached
• Study • Popular Location • 70ft Garden
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A Touch Of Class McKenzie Court, Maidstone £825 PCM Stunning two bedroom, top floor, apartment within the heart of Maidstone Town Centre, walking distance from Maidstone East Station and Fremlin Walk Shopping Centre. Accomodation comprises of large entrance hall, two double bedrooms and the master offering en suite. • Two Bedrooms • Apartment • Close To Town
• Lounge/Diner • Balcony • River Views
HRT049600198
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Charm And Tradition Old Loose Hill, Loose £2,700 PCM We challenge you to find a house with more character! Sympathetically restored by the owner is this breath taking 17th Century built, grade II listed, stunning, fully furnished, four bedroom detached home. • 17th Century • Grade II Listed • Village Position • Four Bedrooms
• Fully Furnished • Modern Kitchen • Fabulous Gardens • Double Garage
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Garden Paradise Wrangleden Road, Maidstone £800 PCM This bungalow has been extensively refurbished by the landlord offering a conservatory, utility room and new fully fitted kitchen with integral appliances. Lounge, bathroom and two bedrooms, plus front and rear gardens, both are very generously proportioned. • Semi Detached • Bungalow • Conservatory
• Fitted Kitchen • New Bathroom • Garage
HRT049600141
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Call us now on: 01622 751222 8am - 10pm everyday Pick Of The Week Upper Road, Maidstone £900 PCM This property has had a full makeover and is ideally situated to Maidstone Town, Mote Park and is walking distance to the local gym. As well as being decorated throughout, you have a brand new kitchen, bathroom and new double glazing.
• Three Bedrooms • Semi Detached • Ideal Location
• New Kitchen • Dining Area • Double Glazing HRT049600215
Doesn't Get Better Than This... Ashford Road, Maidstone £1,150 PCM This brand new three bedroom semi detached house is ready to move into today. This property is perfect! With fixtures and fittings to a high standard, the property benefits from a brand new fitted kitchen with white gloss cupboards. • Semi Detached • Three Bedrooms • High Standard
• En Suite • Landscaped Garden • Ample Parking
HRT049600203
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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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