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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
Call us now on: 020 7476 3114 8am - 10pm everyday Penthouse Suite Watford Road, Canning Town
£320,000 - £350,000
The current owner purchased this property from new for a number of reasons, mainly due to its extremely convenient location for commuting to his workplace in Canary Wharf. • Penthouse Suite • Wrap Around Roof Terrace • Two Double Bedrooms
• Fitted Kitchen • Gas Heating To Radiators • Double Glazing • Security Entry Phone HRT024906344
All Ready Dundee Road, Plaistow O.I.E.O £300,000
• Four Bedrooms • End Of Terrace • Modern Build • Roof Terrace • No Onward Chain
Being less than two years old, this four bedroom end of terrace town house in the heart of the Scottish Estates, within a stones throw from Plaistow Station, we urge you to take advantage of the opportunity on offer.
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Call us now on: 020 7476 3114 8am - 10pm everyday West Ham Location Springbridge Apex, Hermit Road £180,000 - £190,000 From the moment the owners set their eyes on this one bedroom apartment, they knew they had to buy it, being situated in one of the most sought after areas of East London with the continued investment being put into the local area.
• One Bedroom • Fitted Kitchen • Great Condition
• Juliet Balcony • Good Location • Up And Coming HRT024906297
Space Not An Issue Leslie Road, Royal Docks £160,000 - £170,000 If space and value for money are your objectives then look no further than this substantial split level two double bedroom maisonette which is situated in a residential no through road turning and just around the corner from local shopping amenities. • Two Bedrooms • Split Level • Buy To Let
• Local Amenities • Double Glazing • Purpose Built
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Call us now on: 020 7476 3114 8am - 10pm everyday Well Proportioned Watford Road, Canning Town £150,000 - £160,000
Feature property
With its two well proportioned double bedrooms plus the enviable amenity of having a lounge/diner, unlike many purpose built flats, we highly recommend you take the time to come and view this excellent two bedroom ground floor property. • Two Bedrooms • Purpose Built • Ground Floor • Lounge/Diner • Fitted Kitchen • Double Glazing HRT024906337
East London King Street, Plaistow £150,000 - £170,000 The property offers excellent size accommodation and a good investment opportunity. The current owners took advantage of the situation, as this part of East London is growing daily in terms of popularity.
• Two Double Bedrooms • Extremely Convenient Location • Gas Heating To Radiators • No Onward Chain • Double Glazing
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£250,000 - £260,000
Immaculate Throughout Camel Road, Royal Docks
Three bedroom mid terrace house is situated in the most up and coming part of London. It is immaculately presented, in a prime location and will not hang around for long. The current owners have lived here for many many years and have enjoyed a long and fruitful residence within this local, up and coming area of East London. • Three Bedrooms • Mid Terrace Home • Immaculately Presented
• Prime Location • Good Size Kitchen • Rear Garden HRT024906486
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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: 020 7476 3114 8am - 10pm everyday An Exremely Green Outlook Botha Road, Plaistow
£230,000 - £250,000
Overlooking an extremely pleasant green enclosed by iron railings we are proud to offer this former Port of London Authority Dockers Cottage, full of many charms plus a wide range of benefits and a full width extension and refitted kitchen and bathroom. • Two Double Bedrooms • Two Reception Rooms • First Floor Bathroom • Fitted Kitchen
• Extended To Rear • Double Glazing • Gas Heating To Radiators • Tranquil Setting HRT024906426
What A Great Conversion Flat Durham Road, Canning Town £150,000 - £165,000
• Ground Floor • Garden Flat • One Double Bedroom • Sizable Lounge • Fitted Kitchen • Own Rear Garden
Situated in a highly sought after location is this great size one bedroom ground floor self contained conversion flat which enables you to commute with ease via Star Lane Docklands Light Railway Station which is just up the road. The property has many fine features including its own patio garden, fitted kitchen, gas heating to radiators and a logical layout with all the rooms being situated directly off the entrance hall. HRT024906279
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£104,000
Tip Top Condition Navigation Court, Gallions Road
As soon as the current owners set eyes upon this apartment they knew they wanted to buy with the amazing views looking over Gallions Marina and being within such close proximity to the River Thames it offers them a great opportunity to get onto the property ladder. • Two Bedrooms • Modern Apartment • Great Transport Links
• Open Plan Lounge/Kitchen • First Time Buy • Balcony HRT024906338
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