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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: 01702 586827 8am - 10pm everyday
Feature property
O.I.E.O £775,000
Stunning Period Home
An imposing grade II listed family home occupying a large and prominent corner plot within the sought after historic Shoebury Garrison. The property is situated adjacent to the cricket green and affords lovely views to the front and overlooks the Garrison church to the rear. • Semi detached • Five Bedrooms • Four Receptions • Three Bathrooms
• Corner Plot • Historic Garrison • Original Features • Extensive Parking HRT034500180
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Feature property
£1,750,000
Simply Stunning Thorpe Bay Gardens, Thorpe Bay
Occupying a prominent corner plot in one of the areas most sought after locations, this stunning detached marine residence has been beautifully designed in order to take full advantage of its commanding seafront position. • Five Bedrooms • Detached House • Four Receptions • Two Bathrooms
• Seafront Position • Panoramic Views • Promenade Access • Transport Links HRT021508524
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Call us now on: 01702 586827 8am - 10pm everyday Bournes Green Catchment Burleigh Square, Thorpe Bay
O.I.E.O £650,000
A beautifully appointed four bedroom detached character house, situated in a lovely established setting within Bournes Green School catchment area, overlooking Burleigh Square Park plus only a short walk to Thorpe Bay Broadway shops and mainline railway station. • Four Bedrooms • Detached house • Three Receptions
• Two Bathrooms • Character House • Established Setting
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Close To Seafront Burges Terrace, Thorpe Bay O.I.E.O £550,000
• Five Bedrooms • Three Receptions • Semi Detached • Sought After Location • Station Access • Charm And Character
A substantial five bedroom semi detached character house situated in a sought after location close to Thorpe Bay seafront, golf course and within walking distance of Thorpe Bay Broadway shops and the Mainline Railway Station.
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Call us now on: 01702 586827 8am - 10pm everyday Grade II Listed Cottage Vine Cottages, Barling Road £299,995
Feature property
This picturesque grade II listed cottage offers an abundance of character and rustic charm which our sellers have enjoyed immensely. "We love period properties so when we viewed we were instantly taken with its unique character". • Two Bedrooms • Rustic Cottage • Countryside Location • Beautiful Garden • Transport Links • Local Amenities HRT021508009
Close To Seafront Burges Close, Thorpe Bay £275,000 An extended and greatly improved three bedroom house situated in a quiet cul de sac location close to Thorpe Bay seafront and beach. This spacious property offers excellent family accommodation with modern contemporary open plan living. • Three Bedrooms • Three Receptions • Semi Detached • Cul De Sac • Seafront Position
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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: 01702 586827 8am - 10pm everyday South Backing Garden Barnstaple Road, Thorpe Bay £349,995 The current owners were first attracted to the property by its great location, being in Bournes Green School catchment area and only a short walk to Thorpe Bay Broadway Shops and the Mainline Railway Station.
• Four Bedrooms • Two Receptions • Detached House
• Family Home • Garage • Rear Garden HRT021507950
Backing Onto Farmland Little Wakering Road, Little Wakering O.I.E.O £185,000 An attractive two/three bedroom semi detached bungalow situated in a popular Village setting and benefiting from a west facing rear garden that backs directly on to farmland. A lovely property offered with immediate vacant possession. • Three Bedrooms • Bungalow • Village Setting
• Backs Onto Farmland • Fantastic Views • Vacant Possession
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Call us now on: 01702 586827 8am - 10pm everyday West Backing Garden Thorpe Hall Avenue, Thorpe Bay £435,000 The property has been extended and greatly improved and offers versatile accommodation ideal for a family or retirement. Offering a wealth of charm and character with the benefit of an established and secluded west backing rear garden.
• Three Bedrooms • Bungalow • Three Receptions
• Two Bathrooms • Character Property • Secluded Garden HRT021508550
Farmland Views Alexandra Road, Great Wakering £250,000 A modern three bedroom detached house benefiting from a larger than average south facing garden which backs directly onto farmland. The property offers excellent family accommodation with the benefit of distant countryside views. • Three Bedrooms • Detached House • Two Bathrooms
• South Facing Garden • Backs Onto Farmland • Cul De Sac
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Spring 2013
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