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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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Feature property
£325,000
Beautiful Family Home Lobelia Lane, Cringleford
Detached family home offering spacious versatile accommodation set over three floors located close to the Hospital and University. With features including five bedrooms, two en suite bathrooms, a tandem garage and a south facing garden. • Detached • Five Bedrooms • Kitchen/Family Room • Two En Suite Bathrooms
• Study • Tandem Garage • Three Storey • South Facing Garden HRT032604425
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Feature property
£309,950 - £319,950
Sheer Elegance Brentwood, Norwich
A rare opportunity to acquire a beautiful, open plan and contemporary family home within the catchment area of Eaton school and links to town. Set back from the rest of the development with the sun moving across the property from the rear to front with side aspect windows letting natural light stream through. • Detached • Four Bedrooms • Two Reception Rooms • Popular Development
• Open Plan Ground Floor • En Suite Bathroom • Bespoke Kitchen • Private Garage/Driveway HRT032604431
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Call us now on: 01603 458400 8am - 10pm everyday Stunning Gardens Earlham Road, Norwich £379,950 - £399,950 Dont miss out on this superb opportunity to purchase this end terrace home full of original charm, four/five bedrooms, off road parking and mature enclosed garden.
• End Of Terrace • Five Bedrooms • Kitchen/Breakfast Room • Lean To • Mature Rear Garden • Central Location HRT005405322
You Can't Top This Lowther Road, Norwich £350,000 - £365,000 Located within easy reach of the city centre, UEA, Hospital and A11/A47, there is a regular bus service to the city centre. Enjoy entertaining in the beautiful kitchen/breakfast room or the golf course views from the Juliette balcony with this four bedroom chalet. • Chalet Bungalow • Four Bedrooms • Two Reception Rooms • Juliette Balcony • Prime Location
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Call us now on: 01603 458400 8am - 10pm everyday £375,000
A Home For All Reasons Cecil Road, Norwich
Immaculately presented detached family home located within walking distance to the city centre, mature good size garden, garage and parking for several cars. • Detached House • Three Bedrooms • Two Reception Rooms
• Kitchen/Breakfast Room • Conservatory • Close To City Centre
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Room For The Family Earles Garden £275,000 - £285,000
• Detached • Four Bedrooms • Kitchen/Breakfast Room • En Suite Bathroom • Study • Solar Panelled Roof
Located close to the UEA and Hospital this detached home offers a good size plot with versatile accommodation including three double bedrooms and fourth bedroom/study. There is a generous mature landscaped garden, garage and parking for two cars.
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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: 01603 458400 8am - 10pm everyday Home To Cherish Churchfields, Hethersett £224,950 - £234,950 Detached family home located in a village location, offering four bedrooms and spacious accommodation. Secluded and private garden, garage and parking.
• Detached • Four Bedrooms • Two Reception Rooms • En Suite Bathroom • Great Travel Links
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Invest In Happiness Stafford Street, Norwich £169,950 Cottage style, pretty Victorian terrace home located in the Golden Triangle. Offered chain free with features including two bedrooms, a study, front and rear gardens with lean to and a seperate storage room/workshop. • Mid Terrace • Two Bedrooms • Two Reception Rooms • Lean To • Study • Storage/Workshop HRT005405481
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Call us now on: 01603 458400 8am - 10pm everyday Stylish Dragonfly Lane, Cringleford
£225,000
Located within easy reach of Norfolk & Norwich Hospital, this delightful, light and airy townhouse is not to be missed. Set over three floors this well cared for home comprises kitchen/breakfast room, three bedrooms and a landscaped rear garden. • Detached • Three Bedrooms • Three Storeys
• Kitchen/Breakfast Room • En Suite Bathroom • Landscaped Rear Garden
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A Rare Opportunity Leicester House, Norwich £179,950
• City Apartment • Two Bedrooms • Beautiful Views • Central Location • Immaculately Presented
Walk into the city centre from this superb apartment located at the Fellowes Plain development and enjoy the tree top views. Immaculately presented and chain free, just pack your bags and move straight in.
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