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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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Feature property
£710,000
Rarely Available Linkway, Raynes Park
For those looking for a family home to potentially improve and extend, in this most sought after road, this house retains many original features and a delightful garden. The many amenities of Raynes Park are within easy reach. • Semi Detached House • Two Reception Rooms • Three Double Bedrooms • Stained Glass Windows
• Attached Garage • Delightful Garden • Extential Potential (STTP) • Retained Features HRT019305001
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SALES
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Feature property
£549,950
A Happy Home Dupont Road, Raynes Park
Situated in one of the most popular Apostle Road this Edwardian home has been extended to to ground floor to give a bright and spacious living environment. With easy access to both excellent school and transport links this home should not be missed. • Edwardian Home • Two Double Bedrooms • Ground Floor Extension • Kitchen/Breakfast Room
• Bright Reception • Open Dining Room • Double Glazed Sash Windows • Chain Free HRT019304995
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What You Have Been Working For
£529,950
Greenway, Raynes Park In this lovely tree lined road just off Grand Drive is this end of terrace house. It has the benefit of off road parking for two cars and a southerly aspect garden. There is also scope to extend into the loft and garden as required (STPP). • Family Home • Three Bedrooms • Two Reception Rooms • Updated Kitchen
• Modern Bathroom • 68' Southerly Aspect Garden • Off Road Parking • Popular Location HRT019305010
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£525,000
Extended Family Home Glenthorpe Road, Morden
This delightfully presented family home has been extended to provide well proportioned accommodation over two floors with further potential to extend as required (STMS). It also has a wonderful garden great for gardeners and families. Set in a quiet yet convenient location. • Semi Detached House • Three Bedrooms • Fantastic Garden • Kitchen/Breakfast Room
• Bright Reception Rooms • Beautifully Presented • Retained Features • Summer House HRT019304956
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IF YOU FOLLOW THE ROUTE, YOU EARN A GIVEN NUMBER OF POINTS WHICH YOU CAN USE TO BUY ITEMS OR FOOD AT COMPANIES SUCH AS M&S
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SALES
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Feature property
£515,000
A Home For All Reasons The Green, Morden
On this bold corner position a wonderfully light and bright family home, with three excellent bedrooms and two reception rooms, benefiting from a wide southerly aspect garden, detached garage to rear and off road parking to rear. Amenities closeby. • End Of Terrace House • Three Bedrooms • Two Reception Rooms • Southerly Aspect Garden
• Detached Garage • Updated Bathroom • Off Road Parking • Popular Location HRT019304948
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Call us now on: 020 8946 9426 8am - 10pm everyday It's Incredible Sydney Road, Raynes Park £515,000 In one of the most popular 'Apostle' roads, this mid terrace home offers a fantastic opportunity to extend, update to the own requirements. The great amenities of Raynes Park, sought after schools and excellent rail connections are all within eash reach.
• Mid Terrace • Two Bedrooms • Open Plan
• Original Features • 57' Rear Garden • Extend (STPP) HRT019304968
You Can't Top This Cherry Close, Morden £499,950 Located in a peaceful cul de sac within easy reach of Cannon Hill Common, this extended family home offers light accommodation with further potential to extend to the side, with a wider than average garden offered with no chain. • End Of Terrace House • Four Bedrooms • Modern Kitchen • Great Size Garden
• Four Piece Bathroom • Parking And Garage • Quiet Location • No Chain
HRT019305020
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SALES
Call us now on: 020 8946 9426 8am - 10pm everyday £335,000
Deceptively Spacious Buttermere Close, Morden
A delightfully presented, split level maisonette with views over parkland to rear, offering three excellent size bedrooms and wonderful open plan living to ground floor. For those looking for a home with space, this one is not to be missed. • Split Level Maisonette • Three Bedrooms • Open Plan Kitchen/Diner • Garden Aspect Reception
• Modern Bathroom • West Facing Garden • Allocated Parking • Light And Airy Presentation HRT019304974
Go For It Merton Mansions, Raynes Park £319,950
• Ground Floor Apartment • Two Bedrooms • Large Reception Room • Updated Kitchen • Three Piece Bathroom • Garage In Block
This large two double bedroom apartment in this popular development has the additional benefit of a garage. Within easy reach of both Raynes Park and Wimbledon Chase excellent transport connections and Wimbledon Centre close by.
HRT019304953
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Call us now on: 020 8946 9426 8am - 10pm everyday Good Taste Aboyne Drive, Raynes Park £259,950 In a popular location and with fantastic views over Malden Golf Course this first floor Maisonette is available with no chain. Wonderful first home not to be missed.
• First Floor Maisonette • Two Bedrooms • Bright Reception Rooms • Kitchen/Breakfast Room • Updated Bathroom • West Facing Garden • Wonderful Views HRT019305015
Five Star Value Fountain Court, Raynes Park £205,000 With excellent transport connections and great coffee shops within a short walk this first floor Studio Flat with light, airy and updated accommodation is available now with no chain. Excellent first home or investment opportunity. • Studio Apartment • Period Conversion • Modern Kitchen • Shower Room • Close To Station • Chain Free HRT019305004
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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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