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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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£249,950
Welcome Home St. Andrews Road, Avonmouth
This semi detached family home has everything to offer. With plenty of space and well maintained gardens, this is one you should not miss. Great for any growing family.
• Detached House • Three Bedrooms • Two Reception Rooms
• Front And Rear Gardens • Garage • Parking HRT109005047
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O.I.E.O £260,000
Executive Living Bucklewell Close, Shirehampton
Offering a luxury four bedroom detached home for sale in the heart of Shire Village. Providing ample living accommodation and convenient position for commuting into Bristol or motorway links. • Detached House • Four Bedrooms • En Suite
• Conservatory • Front & Rear Gardens • Parking & Garage HRT109004905
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Feature property
O.I.E.O £225,000
A Rare Price Penpole Lane, Shirehampton
You wont see many of these in the area, a family size four bedroom detached home, built in 1985, offering modern accommodation within walking distance of the village. There are gardens to the front and rear, a detached garage, additional parking and double glazing. • Detached House • Four Bedrooms • Conservatory
• Rear Garden • Parking & Garage • Close To Village HRT109004427
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Call us now on: 01179 822220 8am - 10pm everyday Period Glamour Old Barrow Hill, Shirehampton £249,950 A glamourous, period family home within walking distance of Shire Village. It offers large, spacious rooms, bay windows and a feature landscaped garden. It's a lovely property and would make a great family home.
• Mid Terrace • Three Bedrooms • Two Receptions
• Kitchen/Diner • Utility Room • Village Location HRT109001701
Spoil Yourself Musgrove Close, Bristol £160,000 Offering three bedrooms; this semi detached home is neslted away in a cul de sac backing onto fields and has off street parking boasting space for up to seven cars! • End Of Terrace House • Three Bedrooms • Great Location
• Kitchen/Diner • Modern Bathroom • Chain Free
HRT109005181
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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: 01179 822220 8am - 10pm everyday Down By The Riverside Nibley Road, Shirehampton
£229,950
This end terrace property in Shirehampton has a prime location and is within walking distance of the bank of the River Avon and has huge space inside and out with a 90 ft garden and would make a wonderful family home. • End Of Terrace House • Three Bedrooms • Two Reception Rooms
• Deceptively Spacious • 90ft Rear Garden • Close To The River Avon
HRT109005175
What A Beauty Little Mead, Lawrence Weston £149,950
• Dormer Bungalow • Two Bedrooms • Utility Room • Fitted Kitchen • Off Street Parking
The property is a dormer bungalow and comprises in brief: entrance hall, lounge, utility room, downstairs cloakroom, fitted kitchen, two bedrooms and a bathroom, gardens to front and rear and off street parking. The property has double glazing and gas heating system.
HRT109004780
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Call us now on: 01179 822220 8am - 10pm everyday Expect To Be Impressed Standish Close, Henbury £150,000 - £159,950 Available here is this well presented two bedroom house in Henbury. Offering, ample parking and pretty gardens. A lovely family home!
• Mid Terrace • Two Bedrooms • Two Receptions
• Mature Gardens • Ample Parking • Family Home HRT109004522
Great Investment Austen Place, Shirehampton £129,950 This spacious two bedroom apartment located in the heart of the village is a great opportunity to add to an existing portfolio or should you want to downsize or start off, it has it all. • Town Apartment • Two Bedrooms • Lounge/Diner
• En Suite Bathroom • Communal Gardens • Modern Bathroom
HRT109004900
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