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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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Everything You Could Want... Brecon Chase, Sheerness
A simply stunning detached family home with sweeping driveway, double garage and panoramic views of the island. Set on a large plot, the rear gardens enjoy a southerly aspect and are fantastically private. Offered with no forward chain. • Five Bedrooms • Secluded Position • Three Reception Rooms • Conservatory
• Sun Lounge • Kitchen/Diner • En Suite • Double Garage HRT023505935
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Call us now on: 01795 663011 8am - 10pm everyday £120,000 - £140,000
Life By The Sea Melody Close, Sheerness
Location initially attracted the current owner to this property. She loved being a stones throw from the seafront and enjoyed the quiet surroundings that cul de sac living can bring. In the last five years the windows have been replaced along with the boiler. • Three Bedrooms • End Of Terrace • Seafront Location • Allocated Parking
• Modern Bathroom • Allocated Parking • Rear Garden • Fantastic Home HRT025306874
Take A Look Silverdale Avenue, Sheerness £230,000 - £245,000
• Three Bedrooms • Bungalow • Kitchen/Conservatory • South Facing Garden • Garage
A superb spacious three bedroom detached bungalow. Modern and benefiting from an impressive open plan kitchen into conservatory. The rear garden is private and perfect for young children, animals or a keen gardener, ideal for those summer days relaxing and enjoying the sunshine.
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Call us now on: 01795 663011 8am - 10pm everyday Family Living Leysdown Road, Eastchurch £400,000 - £425,000
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The current owners of this substantial family home, stumbled across it in 1988 whilst visiting friends on the island, fast forward 25 years and it is easy to see why they have settled here for so long.
• Five Bedrooms • Detached Property • Four Reception Rooms • Annexe Potential (STPP) • Near Eastchurch
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Pick Up The Phone Queenborough Road, Sheerness £130,000 - £145,000 Location was certainly an attraction to the current owner. Situated perfectly for all local schools, shops and amenities, including a vets and Post Office. Local buses are regular, but if you enjoy the fresh air, walking will take approximately 25 minutes into Town. • Three Bedrooms • Mid Terrace House • Detached Garage • Double Glazing • 80ft Garden (STMS)
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Call us now on: 01795 663011 8am - 10pm everyday Impressive Hilltop Road, Minster On Sea £220,000 - £240,000 Purchased five years ago, it was the size of the property that first attracted the current owners to view here. The details showed generous size rooms compared to anything else they had looked at.
• Three Bedrooms • Detached House • Two Receptions
• Great Location • Garage • Driveway HRT025306710
Come And See Plough Road, Sheerness £300,000 - £325,000 It did not take long for the current owners to make the decision to go for this house. A home any family would enjoy. Truly impressive in size with a superb family kitchen, perfect for those family get togethers and social gatherings. • Four Bedrooms • Family Home • Spacious Kitchen
• En Suite • Detached Garage • Ample Parking
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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: 01795 663011 8am - 10pm everyday Fantastic Home William Rigby Drive, Minster On Sea £200,000 - £220,000
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Set in a desirable and established development, this four bedroom family home will appeal to many due to its two storey extension which provides great size living accommodation, with play parks close by, keeping the children active and walking the dog will be a doddle. • Four Bedrooms • Semi Detached House • Three Reception Rooms • Three Bathrooms • Conservatory • Modern Kitchen/Diner HRT025306921
Life On One Level Minster Road, Minster On Sea £190,000 - £210,000 An ideal retirement property for both size and location. Lovingly maintained to a high standard by the current owner who has always enjoyed the benefit of the sunny south facing garden as well as the ample parking.
• Detached Bungalow • Two Bedrooms • Modern Kitchen • Well Maintained • Double Glazing • South Facing Garden HRT025306627
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A Home To Be Proud Of Augustine Road, Minster On Sea £280,000 - £295,000 Not only does all the family get a double bedroom with its own fitted wardrobes but the master bedroom has a walk in wardrobe and en suite. Presented to a very high standard by the current vendors it also has the benefit of being sold with no forward chain. • Four Bedrooms • Detached House • Two Reception Rooms • Kitchen/Breakfast
• Sea Views • Good Size Garage • Front And Rears Gardens • Off Road Parking
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Fabulous Village Property Station Road, Martin Mill O.I.E.O £400,000 Character detached double fronted house in the heart of the charming Village of Martin Mill. This superb three bedroom, two bathroom property, with generously proportioned rooms and extensive gardens offers the perfect family home or rural retreat. • Three Bedrooms • Detached Home • Two Receptions
• Master En Suite • Beautiful Gardens • Open Farmland
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