haart Sunday Supplement November 2013 for Three Counties

November 2013

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Stunning semi detached houses Top choice terraces Pick of the Rentals

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Simply magnificent Feature property

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Green Lane, Burnham near Slough

pool. The front of the house has a lawn, ample parking and a double

From the iron gated driveway to the heated swimming pool, this magnificent detached home is stylish and elegant.

The current owner has added to the heart of the property with a truly stunning hand made bespoke kitchen and dining area. The property is moments from Burnham village with shopping facilities and restaurants and within easy striking distance of the A4, M4 and trains to London.

The accommodation comprises a hallway, cloakroom, dual aspect living room, conservatory, office, large kitchen, dining room and study.

Upstairs is the en suite master bedroom with dressing room and Juliet balcony, plus four further bedrooms and a shower room.

In the rear garden, for when the lazy summer days return, is a 22’ heated

garage.

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Key Features • Heated pool • Bespoke kitchen and dining area • Good road and rail connections • Five bedrooms

£850,000 haart of Burnham 01628 605555

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A new service for families funding care costs A new service dedicated to helping families facing the prospect of funding and moving a loved one into long term care has been launched this month.

Spicerhaart Property Management, a sister company to haart and both part of the UK’s largest independent estate agency group, is offering seven clear options to people who need to manage, sell or release cash from a property in order to fund the cost of care.

Neil Knight, Business Development Director, said: “Life events such as seeing an elderly parent move into care are usually very stressful for everyone. If care is needed at short notice, before anyone has had time to think about what to do with a property, it can be even more difficult.

“Our aim is to minimise the stress and help clients get the best value from their property. Our friendly team will talk everything through, of course without any obligation, and we have no vested interest in promoting one option over another.”

For those who want to sell their property, sale by agent is the most familiar route and should generate the highest price. On behalf of clients, the company will select and manage the best agent for the job.

Another option for selling is quick sale as clients receive a no obligation cash offer within seven days of a valuation. Offers are below open market value so this route will not suit everyone.

Sale by auction is another quick method (a maximum

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of 30 days from a successful bid) as legal work is completed in advance. Sellers agree a guide price and a reserve or minimum price. Auction prices are usually below open market values so this option is also not suitable for everyone.

If there’s no wish or need to sell, the company’s property rental management services can take the stress out of renting and dealing with tenants.

Care fees plans guarantee to cover the cost of care for life, in exchange for a lump sum, usually from the sale of a property. Another option is bridging finance, essentially a short term loan secured against a property that is intended to be sold to fund long term care. Loans must be repaid within 12 months.

Should a loved one need to move into care at short notice, the care and maintenance option delivers a range of maintenance and security services designed to protect a vacant property. This may be ideal if there is no hurry to sell.

For more information call 08454 810 722, visit www.spicerhaartpm.co.uk or email cs.propertymanagement@spicerhaart.co.uk.

Customer Testimonials

press “I would like to ex the my thanks to all for the staff at haar t g and way the marketin proper ty the sale of my ” was carried out.

“I would like to express my thanks to all the staff at haart for the way the marketing and the sale of my property was carried out.

From the first appointment, when I explained that as I worked full time and was not available in the day, staff arranged all viewings early evening or at weekends with a member of the team always there to support. When an offer was made, staff would call to keep me updated.

I would recommend haart because of the professionalism, friendliness and most of all sensitivity they showed when making one of the biggest decisions of my life.”

Janet Kay, Leagrave

“As first time buyers we didn ’t have any ex perience of estate agen ts before using haar t. T he staf f were wonderful, they did all that they could when ther e were problems with vendors and fe el that they m ade the difference. With out them, the sale might have fallen through. T hey sor ted everythi ng out for us , always kept us inform ed as to what was going on, and we would recommen d them fully.”

Jessica Sabi-M ensah, Her tfor dshire

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Pick of the bunch

Pick of the bunch

Abbots Road, Abbots Langley This recently extended and beautifully refurbished five bedroom detached home sits in a prestigious road, near a sought after school and is just half a mile from the railway station with trains to London. The property has an impressive kitchen/breakfast room, spacious lounge and separate dining room. The south facing rear garden, with trees, shrubs and lawn is approximately 200’.

ÂŁ785,000 haart of Abbots Langley 01923 269444

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Pick of the Rental Properties Take a look at some of the hundreds of properties to let with haart. From just £575 per month, there is something to suit all tastes and budgets.

Chandlers Close, Marston Moretaine

Spenser Road, Bedford

Kiln Way, Dunstable

This four bedroom chalet style home is conveniently situated in the village of Marston Moretaine with convenient access to Milton Keynes and Bedford.

The accommodation comprises entrance hall, fitted kitchen, utility room, lounge, dining room, cloakroom, upstairs bathroom, ensuite to master bedroom, double garage and enclosed rear garden.

There is room for all the family in this six bed Victorian terraced house. Conveniently placed close to the train station in Bedford town, the Ouse Valley and Bedford Golf Courses are also nearby.

This light and airy, contemporary ground floor apartment has been finished to a very high standard and comes furnished. The location is excellent for a professional looking for easy access to the motorway network, as the property is situated on the Dunstable/Luton border.

£1,895 per month

£675 per month

£1,295 per month haart of Bedford 01234 363493

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Wiseman Close, Luton

Newton Road, Bletchley

Olney Road, Lavendon

This two double bedroom mid-terrace property is currently being refurbished throughout. Close to local amenities and situated in the popular Bushmead area of Luton, the property comprises a large lounge, kitchen/breakfast room, three piece bathroom suite and driveway to front.

This fantastic four bedroom detached property features all of the luxury mod cons – including two reception rooms, one with projector screen, modern shower which boasts sauna, radio and steam facilities and even a Jacuzzi in the conservatory.

The property also comprises an entrance hall, dining room, study, lounge, large kitchen, and downstairs cloakroom with shower. £1,200 per month

Located in the picturesque village of Lavenden, just outside the Historic Market Town of Olney, is this fully refurbished and well proportioned two double bed apartment. The property features a kitchen/diner, lounge, bathroom, master en suite and a small garden looking out over stunning countryside. Parking is also available to the front of the property.

haart of Milton Keynes 01908 669261

haart of Milton Keynes 01908 669261

£675 per month haart of Luton 01582 721532

£800 per month

Tenancy setup fees apply to all lettings properties: £300 for one tenant. £60 for each additional tenant or guarantor, if required. Check-in fee variable. Quoted prices are inclusive of VAT.

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Terraced homes

Peacock Gardens, Wixams, Bedfordshire This smart, modern two bedroom mid terrace is well located for shops, schools, river walks and more. An ideal first home or investment buy, accommodation comprises a downstairs cloakroom, lounge and kitchen diner. An enclosed rear garden and allocated parking space complete the picture. £155,000 haart of Bedford 01234 218281

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Hockwell Ring, Luton

Warwick Avenue, Broughton

Situated a short walk from shops and close to the railway station and hospital, this mid terrace house is well placed. The home features a large lounge/diner, fitted kitchen, study and three spacious bedrooms plus family bathroom.

This stunning mid terrace townhouse has a lot to offer, with four double bedrooms, an open plan living room, garage, rear garden and parking for two cars. It is also located within the Oakgrove School catchment area.

haart of Leagrave 01582 569020

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£133,000

£240,000 haart of Walnut Tree 01908 969145

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Semi Detached Homes

Cardinal Avenue, Borehamwood

Mangrove Green, Cockernhoe, near Luton

This semi-detached house has been updated by the current owner and benefits from four bedrooms, three bathrooms and an outhouse in the garden which has been converted to an office. The garden is of a fair size so if you have kids they’ll have lots of space to play.

Enjoy the rural lifestyle in this delightful setting overlooking the village green and with rear countryside views. This three bedroom semi-detached family home comes with a guest cloakroom, lounge, dining area, kitchen/breakfast room, three stables and a substantial plot.

haart of Borehamwood 020 8953 1212

£480,000

haart of Stopsley 01582 455011

£405,000

Lapwing Rise, Stevenage This three bedroom semi-detached house has room for a growing family, with a good size kitchen/breakfast room, oversize lounge and larger than average bedroom sizes. The front and rear gardens are low maintenance with brick paving. £239,950 haart of Stevenage 01438 723579

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Land and new homes team finds gold The Land and New Homes division of haart, part of the UK’s largest estate independent agency group Spicerhaart, has won the top accolade in a national industry awards ceremony.

The team took Gold in the Land & New Homes Specialist of the Year category at the Negotiator Awards after doubling profits at a time when the market has shrunk.

and creative approach we take to marketing land and new property developments,” he said.

The division works closely with developers, house builders and funders of residential or mixed use projects, providing a bespoke advisory, land source, build, planning and sales & marketing service.

“We take great pride in the seamless service we offer, from promotional materials and launches of new developments through to part exchange and providing ‘new build’ mortgages. Our clients speak highly of our professionalism and enthusiasm and this was noticed by the judges.”

On receiving the award from TV personality Hugh Dennis, Managing Director Peter Krelle said it was a fantastic reward for the incredible effort put in by his team across the UK.

The Government’s Help to Buy initiative has fuelled keen interest in new property developments, as well as older property, and haart has a waiting list of people wanting to buy.

“We’ve grown rapidly in recent years, increasing our market share significantly thanks to the innovative

Spicerhaart Chief Executive Paul Smith added: “People now need a much smaller deposit to get on or move up the housing ladder and consequently now is a very good time to sell, whether you are a house builder or current home owner.”

Left: The winning team.

Land and New Homes team receiving their award from TV personality Hugh Dennis.

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Family homes

Burnham Lane, Slough A stunning five bedroom detached house which has been much improved by the current owners. Key features include master bedroom en suite with Jacuzzi bath, gated driveway, conservatory, outside office/gym and parking for three or four cars. £550,000 haart of Burnham 01628 605555

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Grange Avenue, Luton

Putnoe Lane, Bedford A substantial four bedroom detached family home with a garage and off road parking for up to four cars. The property is located on one of Bedford’s premier residential roads with good town centre access and features an attractive 75’ rear garden, modern kitchen, good sized bedrooms and en suite to the master bedroom.

haart of Bedford 01234 218281

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Tucked away down a private road is this stunning, spacious executive five bedroom detached family home. An oak theme throughout creates a traditional, high quality feel. Complete with a downstairs cloakroom, impressive kitchen/breakfast room, utility, dining room, lounge, study and master en suite, this property also has a spectacular rear garden, with a fully equipped log cabin with WC. £370,000 £500,000 haart of Leagrave, 01582 569020

Apartments/Flats Live the high life in one of these awesome apartments available through haart.

Hatton Place, Luton

North Row, Central Milton Keynes

Situated just a couple of minutes’ walk from Luton railway station, this stunning two bedroom apartment with master en suite and rooftop gardens will make a great first time purchase or investment.

This three bedroom executive apartment is in walking distance of the centre of Milton Keynes and Campbell Park and offers superb open plan living. The wall to wall windows bathe the living space with light, enhancing the space.

Guide Price £125,000

Guide Price £270,000 haart of Milton Keynes 01908 666888

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Green View Court, Abbots Langley

Eddington Crescent, Welwyn Garden City

Watch the sun set from your balcony. This lovely second floor two bedroom apartment is spacious and full of light. The property comprises two double bedrooms - one en suite, has the benefit of a lift and comes with secure parking.

A great choice for anyone looking to move in, unpack and relax. This one bedroom first floor apartment with open plan lounge/kitchen, will impress you with its tidy, minimalist styling. Within walking distance to the town centre, it would be perfect for a first time buyer or an investor. £160,000

£225,000 haart of Abbots Langley 01923 269444

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haart of Welwyn Garden City 01707 322222

haart opens homes to higher offers More sellers in are opening their homes for a day or weekend to boost their chances of quickly achieving the highest price, according to haart.

Paul Smith, Chief Executive of parent company Spicerhaart, said: “Put simply, the more competition, the more offers, the higher the price that can be achieved.

“And with the Government’s Help to Buy scheme more people can now afford a

mortgage, so there are many more new buyers right now.”

One recent haart open house event in South London saw 80 potential buyers for a three-bedroom semi-detached house and yielded 30 offers by the time the weekend was over.

“It’s like having an open day at your home. We market the property widely on the web, in print and email our extensive database of buyers. We also put flags or signs outside the property,” said Paul.

Open house is applicable as a marketing tool to most if not all properties. For more information customers should contact their local haart branch or call 0845 899 9999, 8am to 10pm, 7 days per week, or visit www.haart.co.uk.

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