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Why now is a good time to sell
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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
£870,000
Everything And More Moat Farm, Mendlesham
Stunning home where the vendors have watched their children grow and enjoy the entertaining space it provides. The perfect family home with stables, bungalow, seven acres (STMS) and more. • Detached House • Four Bedrooms • Seven Acres (STMS) • Two Bungalows/Annexe
• Four Car Cart Lodge • Four Kennels • Great For Entertaining • A Truly Special Property HRT023205162
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Call us now on: 01394 382244 8am - 10pm everyday Welcome To Paradise Willow Cottage, Saxstead Bottoms
£500,000
The vendors have lovingly restored and updated this charming, character two bedroom, detached home with two holiday cottages and approximately two acres of land (STMS). Live the rural life with the additional benefit of income from the holiday lets! • Detached • Two Holiday Lets • Paddock And Stabling • Superb Formal Grounds
• No Onward Chain • Rural Location • Period Charm • Viewing Recommended HRT023205296
Absolutely Fabulous Windy Acres, Woodbridge £480,000
• Detached • Flexible Accommodation • Well Presented • Open Plan Living • Ideal For Dependents • Close To The River
Lead the village life in one of the most desirable locations in Suffolk. Close to the river, this stunning detached home is simply perfect for a family or those wishing to live with older relatives. The vendors have loved the views and walks!
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SALES
Call us now on: 01394 382244 8am - 10pm everyday
Feature property
£425,000 - £450,000
All You Could Want Through Duncans, Woodbridge
A superb, recently built four bedroom detached home close to the centre of Woodbridge. The vendors carefully thought about their home and what they wanted to present and this is shown in the superb interior. We highly recommend a viewing. • Detached • Four Bedrooms • Three Reception Rooms • Two En Suite Bathrooms
• Dining/Kitchen Room • Enclosed Rear Garden • No Onward Chain • Call To View HRT023205181
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Call us now on: 01394 382244 8am - 10pm everyday Immaculate Throughout Saxmundham Road, Framlingham
£350,000
The vendors had their home built for them 48 years ago and have watched their family grow and expand. Now looking to downsize, we highly recommend a viewing of this four bedroom detached home close to the centre of Framlingham. • Detached • Four Bedrooms • Workshop • Two Garages
• Close To Town Centre • Rear Garden • Ample Parking • A Must See Home HRT023205327
Just What You've Been Looking For Bury Hill Close, Woodbridge £340,000
• Detached • Three Bedrooms • Immaculately Presented • Drive And Garage • No Onward Chain
The vendors really love the fact that the main rooms are all overlooking their superb rear garden and that they can walk into Woodbridge. This detached three bedroom property is perfectly located in a quiet cul de sac and is immaculate throughout.
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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: 01394 382244 8am - 10pm everyday A Gardeners Paradise Gossfield, Saxmundham £300,000 When the vendors bought their home 20 years ago the garden was a blank canvas which they have put time and effort into transforming. You too could enjoy the outside space and create the perfect home. Call to view this three bedroom semi detached property. • Semi Detached • Three Bedrooms • Three Reception Rooms • Summer House • Superb Kitchen/Dining Room
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Love At First Sight The Knoll, Alderton £290,000 The vendors love how imposing their home feels and how they can stand at one end of the house looking straight through to the other end! This charming, four bedroom cottage should be viewed to be appreciated.
• Semi Detached • Four Bedrooms • Period Features • Ideal Village Location • Charm And Tradition
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SALES
Call us now on: 01394 382244 8am - 10pm everyday £220,000
Sanctuary And Solitude Chequer Field, Sutton
The best of everything with the buzz of Woodbridge, the heath and coast all close by. After a busy day at work the vendor loves being at home, enjoying the peace and quiet. Recently extended we highly recommend a viewing. • Semi Detached Bungalow • Four Bedrooms • Immaculately Presented
• Perfect Location • Close To The Coast • A Must See
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Relax In Style Clarkson Court, Woodbridge £170,000
• One Bedroom Flat • Superb Elevated Views • Guest Suites • Function Room • Lift Access • No Onward Chain
Enjoy relaxing in this retirement flat overlooking the woodland. Alternatively, take part in the many activities such as film nights and coffee mornings. Call us to view this first floor, one bedroom flat.
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Spring 2013
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