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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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£635,000 - £645,000
Escape To The Country Leys Hill, Kerne Bridge
Nestled into the hillside with stunning elevated views, this wonderful 19th century country home is sure to charm, especially with its added lifestyle attractions of pool, paddock and work from home opportunities. Located at the edge of Bishopswood in an area of outstanding natural beauty. • Four Bedrooms • Detached House • 19th Century • Country Home
• Four Receptions • En Suite • Heated Pool • Paddock HRT100603396
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Call us now on: 01600 772413 8am - 10pm everyday Good Location Grosmont, Monmouthshire
£550,000 - £575,000
This attractive stone house that was designed with scrupulous attention to detail to ensure that it was in total harmony with local architecture and to blend gently into it's beautiful surroundings. • Four Bedrooms • Detached House • Open Plan Living • Positive Ambience
• Four En Suites • Drawing Room • Local School • Beautiful Surroundings HRT100603867
Character And Tradition Whitchurch, Ross-On-Wye £499,995
• Four Bedrooms • Barn Conversion • Well Presented • Two Receptions • Double Garage • 1/3 Acre Paddock
This grade II listed barn conversion is part of a courtyard conversion. The property has been converted to a high standard and now offers spacious rooms with high ceilings, many beams and an abundance of character.
HRT100604194
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Call us now on: 01600 772413 8am - 10pm everyday Impressive Family Home Welsh Newton, Monmouth £475,000 - £495,000 The Old Rectory is an impressive brick, former rectory built in 1932 by Monmouth builder Oliver Parry, with funds and help from the parishioners. The house faces south over the main gardens and thus it's roof would be suitable for solar panels.
• Five Bedrooms • Detached House • Former Rectory • Receptions
• Cloakroom • En Suite • Half Acres (STMS) • Private Gardens HRT100603978
Picturesque Cottage Tintern, Chepstow £450,000 Quay House is an unusual picturesque 17th century cottage tucked away with glorious views across the River Wye and Tintern Abbey. The cottage has been sympathetically modernised with a wealth of original wooden beams and secret spiral staircases. • Five Bedrooms • Detached Cottage • 17th Century • Three Receptions
• Glorious Views • Original Features • Alfresco Dining • Beautiful Gardens
HRT100604103
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Call us now on: 01600 772413 8am - 10pm everyday £435,000
Idyllic Cottage Whitebrook, Monmouth
An idyllic three bedroom character cottage set within two acres (STMS) and situated in an elevated position overlooking the wooded area of Whitebrook. Inclusive of level paddock land, stabling and a fully functional high quality office. • Three Bedrooms • Detached Cottage • Character Throughout • Two Receptions
• Two Bathroooms • Overlooks Woodland • Two Acres (STMS) • Paddocks HRT100604065
Welcome Home Llandewi Skirrid, Abergavenny £340,000 A traditional former farmhouse, believed to have origins dating back to circa 1600 that is located on the edge of the small, rural, parish of Llandewi Skirrid approx three miles east of Abergavenny Town Centre.
• Three Bedrooms • Link Detached • 1/4 Acre Gardens • Dining Room • Study • En Suite • Stone Barn
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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
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Well Presented Hamilton Way, Monmouth £234,950 This immaculately presented three bedroom detached family home with a beautifully landscaped garden, attached garage and off road driveway parking • Three Bedrooms • Detached House • Two Receptions • En Suite
• Two Bathrooms • Kitchen/Breakfast • Utility Room • Garage
HRT100604119
Great Location Chapel Meadow, Llangrove £299,950 A well presented detached four bedroom property set in the Village of Llangrove having, three reception rooms, kitchen/breakfast room, bathroom, en suite and benefiting from under floor heating and enclosed gardens.
• Four Bedrooms • Detached House • Three Receptions
• Three Bathrooms • Enclosed Garden • Village Location
HRT100604216
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Call us now on: 01600 772413 8am - 10pm everyday Chain Free Rushey Meadow, Monmouth £165,000 Located on the popular Monmow Meadows development and featuring a living/dining room, large conservatory, fitted and equipped kitchen, two bedrooms, a family bathroom, private south facing rear garden and off road parking.
• Two Bedrooms • End Of Terrace • Two Receptions
• Lounge/Diner • Off Road Parking • Conservatory HRT100604117
Town Location Clawdd Du, Monmouth £150,000 - £155,000 This well presented three bedroom property with a beautiful garden and extensive countryside views is inclusive of a fully functional summerhouse and is conveniently located for access to the historic Town of Monmouth. • Three Bedrooms • Mid Terrace • Countryside Views
• Summer House • Local To Amenities • Utility Room
HRT100603899
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