Hot Property September 2013

Advice from haart

The icing on the cake

Why now is a good time to sell

Cupcakes, a must-have accessory at every party and celebration worth attending

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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: 020 8518 1890 8am - 10pm everyday Searching For The Finest Charter Avenue, Ilford £550,000 - £600,000

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You will be impressed by this fully extended end of terrace property. The current owners carefully considered the needs of their growing family when extending this property to the side, rear and loft, creating a spacious family home.

• Five/Six Spacious Bedrooms • Three Bathrooms • Study • Loft Conversion • Summerhouse • Very Well Presented HRT004108735

Move Straight In Sunnyside Road, Ilford £360,000 - £380,000 Close to schools and local bus routes. This lovely house is in excellent condition and comes with five bedrooms, spacious through lounge, L shaped kitchen/diner, good size garden, first floor family bathroom and second floor shower room.

• Five Bedrooms • End Of Terrace • Spacious Through Lounge • Close To Amenities • Station Access

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SALES

Call us now on: 020 8518 1890 8am - 10pm everyday Welcome Home Milton Crescent, Ilford

£400,000 - £450,000

This is a great property in a great location. On the first floor there are four bedrooms and a bathroom with potential to go up into the loft (STPP). On the ground floor there are two reception rooms, extended kitchen/diner, detached garage and an 80' rear garden (STMS).

• Four Bedrooms • Double Storey Extension • Well Maintained

• Great School Catchment • Close To Tube Station • Garage

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A Good Place To Start De Havilland Square, Ilford £195,000 - £205,000

• Two Bedrooms • En Suite Shower Room • Modern Throughout • Station Location • Own Parking Space • Communal Gardens

This property would make an ideal first time buy or buy to let investment as it is a modern development. There is no work required and the kitchen and bathroom are in good decorative order. Benefits include en suite shower, second floor, secure entry phone system and allocated parking space.

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Call us now on: 020 8518 1890 8am - 10pm everyday Blank Canvas Henley Road, Ilford £240,000 - £260,000 This property is located in the heart of South Ilford close to South Park great for the children to play. Ilford Lane shopping has an abundance of great restaurants and shops catering for all your needs.

There are good transport links with many buses going into Ilford and Barking Stations.

• Three Bedrooms • Through Lounge • Fitted Kitchen

• 60' Rear Garden • Great Location • South Ilford SM004108202

Full Of Potential Glebelands Avenue, Ilford £340,000 - £360,000 What a great opportunity to make this property just how you want it, as it has so much potential (STPP). On the first floor there are three bedrooms, bathroom and separate WC. On the ground floor there is a through lounge, kitchen, approx. 50' rear garden.

• Three Bedrooms • Corner Plot • Extension Potential (STPP)

• Garage To Side • School Catchment • Great Location

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SALES

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A Rare Opportunity Wellesley Road, Ilford O.I.E.O £170,000 This property will tick all your boxes. Located in the heart of Ilford on the Commonwealth Estate close to Ilford Station, good schools, Valentines Park and Ilford Exchange Shopping Centre.

What more could you ask for?

• Ground Floor Maisonette • Own Front Door • Private Rear Garden

• Close To Shopping Centre • Off Street Parking • Share Of Freehold

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Just Released Hampton Road, Ilford £230,000 - £250,000 This property would make an ideal first time buy or buy to let investment as it is situated within close proximity of Ilford Lane shopping, bus routes, local schools, parks and Ilford Train Station. So what are you waiting for?

• Two Bedrooms • End Of Terrace • Generous Garden

• Two Receptions • Fitted Kitchen • Chain Free

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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: 020 8518 1890 8am - 10pm everyday

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£425,000 - £465,000

A Home For All Reasons Stanhope Gardens, Ilford

This property has four bedrooms and a bathroom on the first floor. On the ground floor there are two reception rooms, kitchen, utility room and ground floor shower room. There is off street parking to the front, side access and approx. 50ft rear garden.

• End Of Terrace • Four Bedrooms • Victorian Style • High Ceilings

• Two Bathrooms • Well Presented Throughout • Family Home • North Ilford Location SM004108531

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SALES

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£675,000 - £725,000

Like No Other Home Vaughan Gardens, Ilford

This is a unique detached property located in the north Ilford area, directly off Cranbrook Road. On offer there are six bedrooms on the first floor, two with en suite showers and a family bathroom. There is still potential for further extensions into the loft space (STPP).

• Detached Property • Six Bedrooms • Original Features • Four Bathrooms

• Great Kitchen/Diner • Detached Garage • Beautiful Rear Garden • Ideal For Large Families HRT004108717

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