Sidcup Property News – June 2015 (29)

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DreweryP R O P E R T Y C O N S U L T A N T S

Newsletter June 2015

Tom Ferguson (Sales Manager of Drewery Property Consultants) givesadvice on what questions you should be asking when choosing anestate agent.To help you choose the best estate agent to sell your property, there are a number ofquestions you should ask to give you the best chance of selling your home quickly andat the best possible price:

Do they come recommended and what are their reviews like?As with most services, a firm recommendation from a family member or friend can beone of the most useful things to consider when choosing an estate agent and perhapsshould be considered the most important. A good recommendation should be a goodindication of the professionalism and performance of an estate agent and in a serviceindustry this is most important.

There are now a number of online review web sites for estate agents where the publiccan review and rate their own experience with estate agents. It would be a good ideafor anyone choosing an estate agent to check the performance of any company they areconsidering using on these web sites first. Sites such as allagents.co.uk, google reviewsand referenceline.com are well established sites that can be used.

Has the agent been successful in selling similar properties to yours?There is no point instructing an estate agent that mainly sells small terraced houses if youhave a large detached house, it’s worth looking for an estate agent that has a good trackrecord of selling similar properties to yours. Are they currently advertising similarproperties like yours? Have a look on their website or websites like rightmove.co.uk andzoopla.co.uk to see what they are selling. If they are selling similar properties the agentshould have applicants already registered looking for property like yours.

Do they advertise on the two biggest propertywebsites?This may not seem like an obvious question to ask, butwith nearly 90 per cent of buyers starting theirproperty search online, your property can’t afford tobe missing. Check that the agent appears on both ofthe two biggest property portals rightmove.co.uk andzoopla.co.uk and not just one as this could result inmuch less exposure for your property.

Do they present properties to a high quality?Check the details of the properties they are currently selling. Are the pictures of a highstand? Are their properties presented as attractively as possible? Are the descriptionsaccurate and most importantly how do properties present on their own web site? Youshould have confidence that the agent you choose will present your property in the bestpossible light.

ContractsAsk to see the contract in advance before signing it and before choosing your estate agent.It is important that you know what the length of the contract is and if there is a cancelationnotice period in case you wish to change estate agents because your current one isunderperforming. You may want to insist on a flexible arrangement, whereby you canreview the relationship from month by month. The total fee should also be clearly shownon the contract and clarification should be made that the fee is on a no sale no fee basis.

Tom Ferguson can be contacted on [email protected] or ddi: 0208 269 6607

Brakes removed fromhousing market as pre-election uncertainty is lifted● Pre-election drop of 0.1% (–£242) on price of

property coming to market, the first fall in Maysince the last general election in 2010 and abig contrast with May 2014’s +2.1% increase

● Majority government means some of the brakesnow off for prospective buyers and sellers:– New seller numbers jumped 17% after the

2010 general election and we anticipateanother surge now, giving fresh choice tostock-starved buyers

– Buyers affordability aided by lowest annualincrease for over two years, down to just+2.5%

– Removal of threat of mansion tax stimulatesprime market sector

– Price rise momentum may be tempered bystricter lending criteria and forthcominguncertainity of Euro-referendum

Avg. Price Avg. Price Monthly Avg. Price AnnualMay 15 April 15 Change May 14 Change

Bexley £317,698 £309,579 2.6% £283,642 12.0%

Bromley £490,080 £490,982 -0.2% £461,853 6.1%

RIGHTMOVE HOUSE PRICEINDEX FOR MAY 2015

CHOOSING AN ESTATE AGENT TO SELL YOUR PROPERTY

PROPERTY OF THE MONTH

Cypress Tree Close, The Hollies, DA15 8HD - Guide Price £550,000

As Featured On Front Page …We are pleased to have been instructed as sole agents to market this attractive 3 bedroomdetached house set on the popular “Hollies” development.

The house is positioned within a quiet close and in our opinion has been presented to a highstandard throughout by its current owners.

The property briefly comprises: Recently tiled entrance hall, spacious main lounge with diningarea overlooking the rear garden, deceptively spacious kitchen also with separate dining areaand range of integrated appliances, utility room and downstairs wc. To the first floor is the masterbedroom with fitted wardrobes and ensuite shower room, two further bedrooms and familybathroom. Externally there is a lawned rear garden with patio area, garage with power and lightand off street parking to the front.

Cypress Tree Close is located within the highly sought after `Hollies` development which is setwithin a parkland setting yet only a short walk to Sidcup train station, shops and some of theboroughs most sought after schools. The `Hollies` also offers access to an onsite private leisurecomplex (compulsory membership) and features a heated swimming pool, gym, tennis courtsand more.

Properties such as this are highly sought after and internal viewing comes highly recommended.http://tinyurl.com/kbs77w5 (ref 4175).

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BEXLEYHEATH £1,250 PCM + fees*Leysdown Avenue, Bexleyheath, DA7 6AY

Well maintained 3 bed mid terr house. Residentialroad and close to local amenities includingBexleyheath Broadway shopping centre, bus routesand motorway links. Also easy access to stations.GCH. DG. Lounge/diner. Modern kitchen. D/sshower room. 2 double and 1 single bedroom. Familybathroom. Garden to rear. Driveway to front with OSPfor 2 cars. Available mid/end May.http://tinyurl.com/noflkhm (ref 1045).

SIDCUP £1,650 PCM + fees*Days Lane, Sidcup, DA15 8JN

Well maintained 4 bed extended semi detached chaletstyle house. Situated in residential road, close to alllocal amenities including shops, schools, bus routesand both Sidcup & New Eltham stations. GCH. DG. 2receptions. Open plan kitchen. D/s study. Modernbathroom. 3 double and 1 single bedroom. Secondbathroom. OSP to front. Garage. Good size garden.Available early June.http://tinyurl.com/ko7mdpv (ref 4165).

SIDCUP £825 PCM + fees*Pelham Court, 44 Hatherley Road, Sidcup, DA14 4TB

Well maintained 1 bedroom purpose built top floor flat.E/phone system. GCH. DG. Close to local amenitiesincluding Sidcup High Street, station and bus routes.Lounge. Kitchen. Bedroom. Modern bathroom. Neutraldecor. Available early June. Unfurnished.http://tinyurl.com/n9e99s6 (ref 3803).

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SIDCUP Guide Price: £379,995Sidcup Hill, Sidcup, DA14 6HY

Large 4 bed semi detached house in popular area of Sidcup and a short distance toSidcup High Street, bus routes and schools. 2 reception rooms. Extended modernkitchen. D/s bedroom four with ensuite. 2 double and 1 single bedroom upstairs.Family bathroom. OSP to front. Garden to rear. DG. GCH. Early viewingrecommended.http://tinyurl.com/m8m2os4 (ref 3901).

SIDCUP Guide Price: £575,000Old Farm Avenue, Sidcup, DA15 8AF

Detached 5 bed house located in popular residential road. Conveniently located forSidcup station, schools, bus routes, shops and motorway networks. DG. Mostlycentrally heated. 25’0 lounge leading to conservatory. Fitted kitchen. D/s showerroom/wc. 5 bedrooms. Family bathroom. Well tended rear garden. Integral garage.Early viewing recommended. http://tinyurl.com/pv8pfeo (ref 3022).

SIDCUP Guide Price: £610,000York Avenue, Sidcup, DA15 7LH

Recently refurbished & beautifully presented 4/5 bed semi detached house in soughtafter location. Walking distance of Sidcup station, shops and sought after schools.Large open plan lounge/kitchen/diner. Utility room. D/s bedroom five/office. Mainbedroom with ensuite shower room. 3 further bedrooms. Family bathroom. OSP to thefront. Well maintained rear garden. DG. Early viewing recommended. http://tinyurl.com/lagsy4m (ref 4012).

SIDCUP Guide Price: £339,995Orchard Rise East, Sidcup, DA15 8RU

Extended 4 bed EOT house in quiet residential area in Sidcup. Through lounge/diner.Kitchen with seating area. 2 double bedrooms. 2 single bedrooms. Family bathroom.OSP to front. Well maintained rear garden. Large detached garage to the rear. DG.GCH. Early viewing highly recommended.http://tinyurl.com/kde8kfk (ref 4180).



SIDCUP Guide Price: £349,995Old Road, Crayford, DA1 4DW

Rarely available 2 bed detached bungalow, locatedwithin easy access of local shops, schools and transportlinks. Set back from the road and well looked after. 25’1 x 17’4 lounge and dining room. Kitchen with directaccess to the garden. 2 good sized bedrooms.Bathroom. Gardens front and rear. Off street parking tothe front. Offered CHAIN FREE.http://tinyurl.com/p7psrs2 (ref 4179).


FEATURED PROPERTYHurst Road, Sidcup, DA15 9AFGuide Price: £420,000Spacious 3/4 bed semi det chalet style property. Extended to rearbut still with further potential to extend (STPP). 2 receptions. Kitchen/D/s bathroom. D/s bedroom 4. 3 double bedrooms upstairs.Lawned rear garden. Detached garage. Ample OSP to front. Shortwalk to Sidcup station, local shops and sought after schools.http://tinyurl.com/qb48wuv (ref 4173).

BEXLEY Guide Price: £750,000Danson Road, Bexley, DA5 1DG

3 bedroom detached house occupying a prime location directlyopposite and overlooking Danson Park and lake, in one of the mostsought after roads in the area. Lounge with double doors to diningroom. Fitted kitchen. Utility area. D/s shower room/wc. 3bedrooms. U/s bathroom/wc. Attached garage. Approx 90’ reargarden. Wider than average plot with potential for extension (STPP).http://tinyurl.com/p8sjaaa (ref 4125).

SIDCUP Guide Price: £525,000Lewis Road, Sidcup, DA14 4NA

1930’s chalet style house which has been extended to providea 4 bedroom family home. GCH. DG. 17’8 x 13’9 lounge.Dining room. Conservatory. Kitchen. Bedroom four. D/sbathroom and separate wc. 14’8 x 11’9 master bedroom. 2further bedrooms. U/s shower room/wc. Garden. Detachedgarage. OSP to front. Easy access to Sidcup station and schools.http://tinyurl.com/oraebcc (ref 3985).

SIDCUP Guide Price: £500,000Burnt Oak Lane, Sidcup, DA15 9BW

Extended 4 bed semi detached chalet occupying a wideplot overlooking the golf course. GCH. Partly DG. Largelounge. Dining room. Kitchen. D/s bathroom. 4bedrooms and U/s shower room. Larger than averagefrontage and wide plot offers potential to extend (STPP).Early viewing recommended. http://tinyurl.com/nw9jszl (ref 3886).

SIDCUP Guide Price: £400,000 - £425,000Birkbeck Road, Sidcup, DA14 4DE

4 bedroom Victorian detached house located in soughtafter road, only a short walk to Sidcup station and easyaccess to Sidcup High Street and sought after schools.Spacious dining room. KItchen. Cosy front lounge. D/sbathroom. 3 bedrooms and ensuite shower room to firstfloor. Master bedroom with ensuite shower room to topfloor loft conversion. OSP to front. Attractive rear garden.http://tinyurl.com/pqb53v9 (ref 4095).

SIDCUP Guide Price: £275,000Sherwood Park Avenue, Sidcup, DA15 9HU

Spacious 2 bed terraced house situated near local busroutes, motorway links and within catchment area of localprimary and junior schools. DG. GCH. 22’3 x 12’11lounge/diner. 12’1 x 11’2 extended kitchen with seatingarea. 2 bedrooms. Family bathroom. Small rear garden.Early viewing recommended.http://tinyurl.com/ngsqu3g (ref 4010).


Brindle Gate, Sidcup, DA15 8BUDeceptively spacious four bedroom detached house, located in desirable location. D/s wc. Lounge. Dining room. Kitchen. Master bedroom with ensuite, 3 further bedrooms. Familybathroom. Rear garden. Off street parking to front. Converted garage, currently used as storage. Early viewing recommended.http://tinyurl.com/pm9zhql (ref 3883).

SIDCUP Guide Price: £569,995


Parkhill Road, Bexley, DA5 1JAAttractive, extended 5 bed det house located in elevated posiiton in a private slip road. Walking distance of Bexley Village and station. Easy access to primary and secondary schools.Cloakroom. Through lounge. Conservatory. Well fitted kitchen. Master bedroom with ensuite. 4 further bedrooms. Family bathroom. Driveway & garage. Mature, secluded rear garden.http://tinyurl.com/kbpd9o4 (ref 3888).

BEXLEY Guide Price: £650,000

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Why use Drewery Property Consultants?Established Agent: Drewery are the most established agent in the local area (est 1946) with a proventrack record and membership of the NAEA & ARLA.

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Liz Leitch (Lettings Manager of Drewery PropertyConsultants) gives an update on important legalchanges and market news:

The Immigration Act 2014 currently obliges agents andlandlords in the West Midlands to carry out document checksand keep records to identify if a potential tenant has the rightto reside in the UK. The old Tory-led coalition governmentintroduced the measures into one pilot region last December,promising a roll out across the UK in 2015. Speculation is now mounting that the roll out willbe as early as this summer.

The rules for the pilot in the West Midlands obliges agents and landlords to check the statusof would-be tenants for all new tenancy agreements. In most cases this involves checking thetenant’s passport or biometric residents permit and appropriate records will need to be keptfor up to 12 months after the tenancy ends.

The new rules also apply to individuals who take in lodgers and tenants who sub-letproperties. Failure to abide by the regulations will result in fines up to £3,000.

Drewery are keeping a close eye on the development of the Act and have systems in placeready for when it is rolled out.

SMOKE AND CARBON MONOXIDE ALARMS TO BE LEGAL REQUIREMENT IN RENTAL PROPERTIES.

Landlords in the UK will be required by law to install working smoke and carbon monoxidealarms in their properties from October 2015, it has been announced.

The proposed changes to the law would require landlords to install smoke alarms on everyfloor of their property, and test them at the start of every tenancy. Landlords would also needto install carbon monoxide alarms in high risk rooms such as those where a solid fuel heatingsystem is installed.

Those who fail to install smoke and carbon monoxide alarms would face sanctions and couldface up to a £5,000 civil penalty. This would bring private rented properties into line withexisting building regulations that already require newly built homes to have hard wired smokealarms installed.

New regulations will be laid in Parliament to require landlords to install smoke and carbonmonoxide alarms in their properties, and are expected to come into force, subject toParliamentary approval, on 10 October 2015.

Drewery recommend that Landlords start to consider installing alarms now and especially ifa new tenant is about to move in and the property is vacant for a few days. Liz Leitch can becontacted on [email protected] or ddi: 0208 269 6601.

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