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Interesting Articles to read this month...
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FOR RENT!
A duplex apartment in this very popular development on Ecclesall Road
With two double bedrooms, both ensuite, this apartment is perfect for two sharers
House FOR SALE in Greystones
 With three bedrooms and a double storey off-shot, you get a lot of house for your money!
TESTIMONIAL!
"Dear Ben,
Thank you for your email. I really cannot thank you enough for all the hard work you have put in to sell my house. You have been so patient and your advice has been invaluable . I am sure you hear it all the time but I cannot tell you how pleased I am that it has been sorted and the end is in sight. I literally skipped round Chatsworth today all thanks to you!!"
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Welcome to May!
We have a couple of "Welcomes" this month with the
arrival of our newbie Lizzie Baker, who has come to work with us on a full time basis, to help out with all aspects of sales and lettings. Lizzie has come from a long background of property experience, having been at Ben Bailey Homes for the last few years, and before that having been the Branch Manager of a large corporate estate agent at Banner Cross where she specialised in New Homes.
Also, a massive WELCOME to our new firm mascot, Harry! You may have all spoken to, or dealt with, Ben Newman from our office, who has this week become the proud father of an incredibly good looking little boy (must be Jo's genes)! Ben, who has been with Spencers since 2005, has been excitedly anticipating his little arrival who is with us safe and well. Congratulations to Ben and Jo, he is lovely!
Calculating the end of year statistics has been fun this month, you can clearly see that over the last twelve months the market has shown signs of positivity and sure fire recovery. Over the twelve months our lowest average monthly percentage of price achieved to asking price was 96% last June, rising to an almighty 108% in March this year. The average over the full twelve months works out that we achieved 99.8% of asking prices across all sales on exchange of contracts.
Our average number of offers to property ratio is 2.8 - so for every house sale, there are still 1.8 people missing out on average, showing that stocks are still low for the demand that there is in the marketplace.
We therefore still need more stock to satisfy demand, so if you are thinking of selling then now is the time to do so. And if you are thinking of renting your property, then we have almost run out of available stock due to massive successes - please call us to talk through why we are doing so well.
Enjoy the sunshine. Thanks for reading.
Best of wishes
Nicola Nicola Spencer - Director
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THE House in S11
 What a wonderful opportunity to buy this incredible house on Ringinglow Road, in a prime spot, with gorgeous south facing gardens, and loads of potential to "make the house your home". The wonderful vendor has decided that now is the time for the next generation to come in and fill the house with love and we can't wait to show it to you! Call us on 0114 2683682 to get in early as the house isn't quite online yet!
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NEW to the Market - S7
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We are so excited about this large five bedroomed semi. Not just because of all the internal period features, the stunning garden, and larger than average pattern, but the house has a double tandem garage, a coach house, a Victorian greenhouse and an original wash house in the garden! Perfect for if you need to work from home or need a workshop. Click the pic for full details or call us on 0114 2683682 to view.
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Love to be... in Crookes
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A wonderful double fronted house in the heart of this very popular residential area. The house has a great feeling of space and a super garden, as well as further possibility to improve and extend, subject to necessary consents. Click the pic for full details or call us on 0114 2683682 to view.
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THINKING OF INVESTMENT?
Do you have friends who have recently become accidental landlords? Or who have decided that they want to look at better ways to invest their money and have turned to property? Are you thinking of following in their footsteps?
We are seeing that more and more first time landlords are coming to us for advice on where to buy, what to buy, and what to invest their money in, and often the advice is different depending on the buyer.
You need to ask yourself...
- Will I want to manage the house myself? Or will I want an Agent to help?
- Do I need access to contractors? Or do I know plenty of people who can help?
- What should I buy? Do I want student investment? Professional investment? Commercial investment?
- Where would I want to live if I were a student / up and coming professional? Do I know anyone who is renting whose brain I could pick?
- Who do I know who can help me with my research? Do I know any landlords whose experience I can learn from?
- Do my council run any courses in being a responsible landlord? Or courses on HMO licensing?
- How will I finance the purchase? Is it better to pay interest only? Or repay the mortgage? Do I need to look at commercial funding?
- Should I make do with old furniture? Or should I buy everything new? Should new furniture be good quality or cheap and replaceable?
- Does the rental income present the return on my investment that I was hoping for? What yield should I be aspiring to?
- Have I taken into consideration all of the outgoings including ground rent / service charge / insurance / agent fees?
There are many more questions to ask, and we would be more than happy to help you find answers to them. We often get excellent investment properties on our books so make sure you are on our mailing list if you are thinking about it, looking certainly doesn't hurt! We also have a superb lettings department with dedicated staff who are happy to spend time helping you and supporting your needs. For more information ask for Nicola, Chris or Sally and we will do our very best for you. 0114 268 3682.
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Great Student Investment S11
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This terraced house on Stalker Lees Road off Ecclesall Road is a great little investment for someone who is looking for a property in prime student location. The house could be perfect for either experienced or first time landlords. Click the pic or call 0114 2683682 for more info.
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New Rental Property Broomhill, S10
A chance to rent in one of our favourite developments by one of our favourite landlords! A great refurbished one bedroomed flat in this incredible location with secure parking. Click the picture for more details or call us to arrange a viewing on 0114 2683682.
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