Phoenix Property Magazine May 2013

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Ah, lovely – the sun has finally made an appearance – doesn’t it always make you feel even better! In celebration here at the office I have put up new wall baskets planted with black Petunias and orange Pansies in-keeping with our brand colour scheme. Tracey has been busy going out on viewing appointments and enjoying getting to see lots of our lovely available properties. She has completed all 3 of her Rightmove training certificates (Estate Agency Act, Property Misdescriptions Act & Anti-Money Laundering). So we’ve both been flying around on appointments! It’s great that we have established ourselves as quite a formidable sales team together so quickly. It’s also that time of year when I can get out and about updating property front photos – lots of blue skies and flowers bringing much welcome colour and warmth. It’s nice to see so many new followers on our facebook page/group/profile. If you aren’t already following us on there please look us up we have both a group and page set up plus I have a work profile ‘Jaimie Rice Phoenix’ please friend request me to stay in touch that way and follow us for news. Links: Phoenix Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/113876535391599 Phoenix Page: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Phoenix-Estate-Agents-East-Ltd/111276018894841 My profile: https://www.facebook.com/jaimierice.phoenix We are in the process of getting our mapping booklets and folders updated, so have had John the representative from the printing firm who supply them in the office getting the up to date advertising in place. Looks like we have some really useful new local businesses coming on board to advertise along with the continued support of many of the existing advertisers. Keep a look out for the updated materials in the coming months. And so our reported increased activity in March, continued in April too! We have had a fantastic month for sales, viewing levels & new properties coming on the books. We even sale agreed a property that we weren’t actively marketing (how’s that for a proactive agent?!) plus we have vendors returning to us who have tried other agents & not been as impressed with the activity/service provided compared to what we gave them – a huge compliment to have customers come back! As the warm weather finally reaches us it too brings as usual the increased volume of new or returning properties to the market and in turn encourages higher levels of buyer activity. It certainly seems to follow that the more available properties we have the better the buyer activity and viewing levels are. Plus sellers who have been waiting out the winter months not too worried about whether they sell or not, get more proactive on their property marketing when the summer months are on the horizon, assessing if there are changes they need to make & ensuring that their marketing is as effective as possible. Market conditions may be improving brilliantly for us, but it’s not rubbing off on everyone, so the market is still very sensitive. It’s important to realise this is the new ‘normal’ for the housing market so both as agents and sellers we should all concentrate on the here & now and not on the dream of a return to the boom times. For sellers it’s the key time of the year to really step back emotionally from your property and look at the all important 3 P’s: Price, Presentation and Promotion. I can’t stress enough how important it is to present your property at it’s best, price it right and promote it well with a proactive agent – to give yourself a maximum chance of selling. If you would like any further advice please get in touch.

MORE PROPERTIES NEEDED DUE TO RECENT SALES SUCCESS. IF YOU HAVE A PROPERTY TO SELL IN OUR CATCHMENT AREA & AREN’T ADVERTISING WITH US, WE WOULD LOVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO ASSIST IN

TRYING TO FIND YOU A SUCCESSFUL BUYER.

PLEASE CONTACT US ON 01406 359131 TO BOOK A NO OBLIGATION APPRAISAL ON YOUR PROPERTY.

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Property Boundaries can cause many an argument between neighbours. There are a number of assumptions that people make about their boundaries, some of which are incorrect.

HOW DO I FIND OUT WHERE MY BOUNDARY IS OR SHOULD BE? The starting point is always the Title Deeds or in the case of registered land the Title Plan. However the title plan will show a general boundary not a precise boundary. In the majority of cases establishing a very precise legal boundary is time consuming and costly. WHO OWNS THE BOUNDARY? This is a common question and there are a lot of assumptions about ownership falling to the left or right side of a property which in fact are often untrue. Again the starting point is the Deeds. On more modern estates the issue of boundary responsibility is often set out in the first Transfer of the plot, it is dealt with on older properties but less frequently. Responsibility for a boundary is often set out in the Transfer and identified on the plan with an inward facing “T”. The Transfer may specify that all other boundaries are shared. However sometimes there is no mention of boundary ownership or responsibility. Indeed over time new agreements can be made in respect of the obligations for on-going maintenance. You may need to refer back to the documents you received from your seller when you purchased the property as these will contain information about who has assumed responsibility for boundaries in the past. The Land Registry suggest that where the ownership or responsibility for maintenance of a boundary feature cannot be decided, “then it is generally best treated as a party boundary, and any alterations or replacement of a boundary should be done only with the agreement of the adjoining owners”. WHAT SHOULD I DO IF I WANT TO DO WORK TO A BOUNDARY STRUCTURE? Firstly you should check whether the boundary is your responsibility. If you are planning to put up a new fence or plant a new hedge, prevention is better than cure and it is worth speaking with your neighbour to talk through your suggestions and avoid a later dispute. There is no obligation when putting up a fence to have the fence facing your neighbours but this is common custom. You should make sure that the fence post are entirely on your side of the boundary, and it is worth giving up an inch or two of your own land to make sure that avoid a later dispute. You should bear in mind that you may need access to your neighbour’s property to construct the fence and for on-going maintenance. If you are planning a new hedge then try to plant well within your boundary to ensure that there is less encroachment into the neighbouring garden. You should also consider whether there are any planning obligations which will affect your ability to erect a new boundary structure or whether the structure is a Party Wall Structure in which case there may be a certain procedure to follow. WHAT SHOULD I LOOK OUT FOR WHEN I AM PURCHASING A PROPERTY? You can check a number of things when you look at a property including:

Whether any part of the boundary projects over the boundaries of the land on the plan

Check that any neighbouring buildings do not project over or under parts of the property that you are buying.

Look out for the “T” marks on the title plan as they may give an indication of which boundaries you will be responsible for when you take ownership. It will then be worth check the condition of the boundary structures in place.

Check the Property Information Form the seller has provided to see which boundaries they have maintained. It may be worth taking photos of your boundaries, dating the photos and keeping them as a record of the boundaries at a certain time. Again when any boundary structures are changed or moved take photos and date them to keep a record.

If you have any concerns about the responsibility for maintenance of your boundaries then the Conveyancing Department at Ward Gethin Archer will be happy to look at your Title with you.

FOR FURTHER ADVICE OR INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT ANNA HALL AT WARD GETHIN ARCHER ON 01553 660033.

TAVERNERS MEWS, LONG SUTTON

£55,950 EPC RATING:C

Modern (2006) 2 Bedroom terraced house available on a 50% shared ownership

scheme, situated convenient for town centre amenities benefiting from

kitchen/diner, downstairs cloakroom, upvc double glazing, gas central heating, allocated parking space, enclosed rear

garden & no upward chain.

MARCH ROAD, FRIDAY BRIDGE

£60,000

Building Plot on the outskirts of the popular village of Friday Bridge. Full

planning permission for a 3 bed detached house, Plot measures approx. 37ft/11.2m frontage x 59ft/17.9m depth (sts). Field

views front & rear. No upward chain.

WATERLEES ROAD, WISBECH

£65,000 EPC RATING:D

Modern 1 bedroom end terrace bungalow requiring refurbishment benefiting from

lounge, kitchen, bathroom, lean to greenhouse, lean to side lobby, enclosed

rear garden, garage & gas ‘warm air’ central heating. Viewing advised.

QUEEN STREET, SUTTON BRIDGE

OIRO £65,000 EPC RATING:D

Victorian terraced house requiring further cosmetic updating, 2 double bedrooms,

lounge/diner, rear lobby/utility, refitted white bathroom suite, gas central heating, part upvc double glazing,

off road parking ,enclosed south facing patio garden with 2 outbuildings & no

upward chain. View now!

ST MARKS ROAD, HOLBEACH ST MARKS £72,500 EPC RATING:G

Circa 1870s end terraced cottage situated

in a rural village location offering 2 bedrooms, lounge with open fireplace,

kitchen/breakfast room, modern downstairs bathroom, entrance

lobby/utility, rear garden, electric night storage heating & no upward chain.

WITHINGTON STREET, SUTTON BRIDGE £75,000 EPC RATING:D

Victorian 2 bedroom terraced house

benefiting from lounge/diner, modern kitchen & downstairs bathroom, upvc double glazing, gas central heating,

enclosed low maintenance rear garden with 3 room outbuilding & no upward

chain. Viewing essential!

LONDON ROAD, LONG SUTTON


Victorian terraced house situated convenient for local Spar convenience store & bus stops offering 2 bedrooms, lounge/diner, downstairs bathroom, kitchen, utility/lobby, enclosed low

maintenance gardens, gas central heating & no upward chain. View now!

NEW ROAD, SUTTON BRIDGE

£80,000

Building plot. Approx 0.5 acre site, outline planning permission for a single

storey dwelling. Popular residential location, field view to one side, mature

trees on site. Golf course nearby.

THE HOLLIES, HOLBEACH


Modern 1 bedroom semi detached bungalow situated convenient to town amenities offering kitchen/breakfast room, upvc double glazing soffits &

guttering, gas central heating, off road parking, shower room, low maintenance

patio gardens and no upward chain. Internal viewing advised!

Individual conversion development of 12 properties convenient for local amenities & bus stops, fitted kitchen & bathroom, floor coverings,

gas central heating, upvc double glazing & 2 allocated parking spaces. *20% Discount available on selected plots subject to status.

APPARTMENTS READY NOW – CALL TO BOOK AN APPOINTMENT

PLOT 1: £79,950 1 bedroom end terraced coach house. Open plan lounge/diner and kitchen, downstairs cloakroom, upstairs en-suite bathroom to the bedroom & 2 allocated parking spaces. PLOT 2: £79,950 1 bedroom terraced coach house. Open plan lounge/diner and kitchen, downstairs cloakroom, upstairs en-suite bathroom to the bedroom & 2 allocated parking spaces. PLOT 3: £86,950 2 bedroom terraced coach house. Open plan lounge and kitchen plus downstairs bathroom & 2 allocated parking spaces. PLOT 4: £79,950 2 bedroom ground floor apartment Double aspect open plan lounge & kitchen, private garden & 2 allocated parking spaces. PLOT 5: £79,950 2 bedroom ground floor apartment. Open plan lounge & kitchen plus 2 allocated parking spaces. PLOT 6: £79,950 2 bedroom ground floor apartment. Double aspect lounge and separate kitchen plus 2 allocated parking spaces. PLOT 7: £59,995 1 bedroom ground floor bedsit Open plan lounge and kitchen plus en-suite shower room to the bedroom and 1 allocated parking space. PLOT 8: £ 86,950 2 bedroom ground floor apartment. Double aspect open plan lounge and kitchen plus 2 allocated parking spaces. PLOT 9: £86,950 2 bedroom ground floor apartment. Open plan lounge and kitchen, en-suite shower room to master bedroom plus further bathroom. 2 allocated parking spaces. PLOT 10: £69,950 2 bedroom first floor apartment Open plan lounge and kitchen. 2 allocated parking spaces. PLOT 11: £69,950 2 bedroom first floor apartment. Double aspect open plan lounge and kitchen. 2 allocated parking spaces. PLOT 12: £69,950 2 bedroom first floor apartment. Open plan lounge and kitchen. 2 allocated parking spaces.

SPECIFICATION: - Kitchens: Fitted units plus oven, hob with extractor, space for fridge/freezer, space/plumbing for washing machine. - Bathroom/Cloakroom/En-Suite: Fitted with white suite. - Double glazing & Gas central heating - Carpets/floor coverings included. *All information subject change.

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HHooww ggrreeeenn iiss yyoouurr hhoommee?? By Adam Stittle, GreenWorks Sustainable energy. I’m always being asked “What can I do, my gas oil or electricity bills are too high?” My answer always starts with “have you thought about…” and depending on the situation will generally follow with solar electricity or hot-water systems, wood-fired heating or multi-fuel stoves, ground or air-source heat-pumps. These technologies are just a few of the many measures offered by GreenWorks Sustainable energy. The response from the customer however is all too often the same, to quickly dismiss a new technology or system because it’s just not on their radar. This leads me to believe a little awareness could go a long way. I can arrange to call in at the customer’s home, business premises or project site, have a chat about their requirements and give advice on which products and services will be the most suitable for their needs. Having someone explain how the various measures work and what input is required from the user is vital at the outset. For example, a solid-fuelled wood pellet boiler may be an environmentally friendly and very cost effective way to heat a large building but if there’s nobody to maintain it then it’s not the right choice. Whereas if an office, a school or public building had chosen to invest some capital in a solar p.v system, the returns had been calculated to be better than a savings account then that would clearly be the correct choice. No user intervention required.

Is solar energy still a worthwhile investment? The format of how consumers purchase and use a solar energy system for their home or business premises has remained largely unchanged since the popularity of these measures peaked. A system is purchased, installed and the energy produced is used in the day-to-day running of the building before taking power from the grid. In addition to this, the customer receives a payment from their energy supplier for any power generated, whether this was used in the building or not.

Since the government brought in measures to reduce the amount that suppliers needed to pay back to their customers, the demand for these installations has decreased dramatically. This has brought about a fall in the initial costs for the products and their installation to a fraction of that of eighteen months ago. This brings about the question, “is solar energy still worth the investment?” Well when comparing the figures it would seem that it’s as worthwhile now as it was back then. Yes the feed-in-tariff has halved but the reduced costs of the installation have more than compensated for that. Businesses utilising ‘green energy’ solutions can market themselves based on that fact, and homeowners can potentially add value. Plus the Decc predicts a 2.6% pa increase in electricity bills until 2030, further confirming that solar energy systems should still be carefully considered before being discarded. A solar p.v electrical system from us starts from just £2500, a solar thermal system from £1650 and a split A/C heat-pump set up for homes and offices start at £745. For any further advice or information relating to green energy and energy saving solutions please contact Adam Stittle of GreenWorks Sustainable energy on 01945 479112.

RAILWAY LANE, SUTTON BRIDGE


3 Bedroom terraced house situated in a no through cul-de-sac on the outskirts of

Sutton Bridge requiring some further updating benefiting from upvc double

glazing, solid fuel central heating, kitchen/diner, off road parking,

courtyard & additional generous rear garden area. No upward chain.

ROMAN BANK, SUTTON CROSSES

OIEO £85,000 EPC RATING:E

Former mission house now a 2 bedroom detached bungalow of non-standard

construction situated in a rural location on the outskirts of Long Sutton offering

lounge, sun room, shower room, majority upvc double glazing, oil central heating, off road parking and gardens. Internal

viewing a must!

PRINCES STREET, SUTTON BRIDGE


Victorian 3 bedroom terraced house offering 2 reception rooms, downstairs

bathroom, wc to 3rd bedroom, upvc

double glazing, gas central heating, garage, enclosed south facing garden &

no upward chain. View now!

GOOSE GREEN, SUTTON BRIDGE


Modern 1 bedroom semi detached bungalow in a popular residential location

benefiting from conservatory, upvc double glazing, gas central heating, low maintenance enclosed rear garden &

2 allocated parking spaces. Viewing advised!

CHESTNUT TERRACE, SUTTON BRIDGE £92,950 EPC RATING:D

Edwardian terraced house benefiting from

2 double bedrooms, 2 reception rooms, modern refitted kitchen & bathroom, gas central heating, upvc double glazing &

approx 100ft long enclosed rear garden. Internal viewing essential.



Victorian terraced house offering 3 bedrooms, lounge/diner, downstairs

bathroom, upstairs & downstairs cloakrooms, refitted kitchen, upvc double

glazing, gas central heating, garage, small south facing garden area & no

upward chain. View now!

THE HOLLIES, HOLBEACH £99,950 EPC RATING:D

Modern 2 bedroom end terraced house

offering lounge/diner, refitted kitchen & bathroom, upvc double glazing, gas

central heating, off road parking spaces, enclosed rear garden &

no upward chain.

HOSPITAL DROVE, LONG SUTTON

£99,950 EPC RATING:G

Semi detached cottage requiring renovation situated in a semi rural

location on the outskirts of Long Sutton with field views. Offering 2-3 bedrooms, 2

reception rooms, downstairs bathroom, upvc double glazing, garage, off road

parking & no upward chain.

WEST PARADE, WISBECH


3 Bedroom end-terraced house situated close to the town centre, 2 reception

rooms, downstairs shower room, majority double glazing & gas central heating, off road parking, rear garden & no upward

chain.

BRIDGE ROAD, SUTTON BRIDGE

OIEO £105,000 EPC RATING:E

Modern 3 Bedroom semi detached house conveniently located for local amenities.

UPVC double glazing, Electric night storage heating, Off road parking,

Kitchen/Diner & Enclosed south facing low maintenance patio garden. No

Upward Chain.



1920’s 3 Bedroom semi detached house, lounge/diner, downstairs bathroom, generous enclosed rear garden with

off road parking & outbuildings include utility, store & coal store, UPVC double

glazing, gas central heating with refitted boiler.

BRUCE CLOSE, WISBECH


New build 2 bedroom end terraced house situated in a small development of 9 houses benefiting from lounge/diner, downstairs cloakroom, upvc double

glazing, gas central heating, low maintenance enclosed rear garden, allocated off road parking space &

no upward chain. View now

BRUCE CLOSE, WISBECH


New build 2 bedroom terraced house situated in a small development of 9 houses benefiting from lounge/diner, downstairs cloakroom, upvc double

glazing, gas central heating, low maintenance enclosed rear garden, allocated off road parking space &

no upward chain. View now!

HARRIET CLOSE, SUTTON BRIDGE

OIEO £110,000 EPC RATING:D

Modern 2 bedroom semi detached bungalow situated in a popular area

offering wet room/shower room, conservatory, upvc double glazing, gas central heating, garage with electric

remote control entrance door, driveway, enclosed rear garden & no upward chain.

View now!

LONGDON CLOSE, SUTTON BRIDGE

£111,000 EPC RATING: C

Modern semi detached bungalow in a popular location benefiting from 2 double

bedrooms, shower room, upvc double glazing, gas central heating - refitted combi condensing boiler July 2011,

garage with remote control electric door, driveway & south facing enclosed rear

garden. Viewing advised!

STATION ROAD, TYDD GOTE

£115,000 EPC RATING:E

Period (1848) 3 bedroom semi detached cottage situated in a semi rural village

offering kitchen/breakfast room, utility, majority upvc double glazing, oil central heating, detached garage, extensive off

road parking, feature generous rear garden & no upward chain. View now.

HIGH ROAD, WISBECH ST MARY

£115,000 EPC RATING:F

3 Bedroom semi detached house in a popular village, 2 reception rooms,

modern kitchen & downstairs bath/shower room, en-suite cloakroom to

master bedroom, extensive off road parking, approx. 150ft long enclosed rear garden, gas central heating, upvc double

glazing & no upward chain.

RAILWAY LANE SOUTH, SUTTON BRIDGE £119,950 EPC RATING:E

3 Bedroom end terraced house, refitted kitchen/breakfast room, utility room, downstairs bathroom with separate

cloakroom, double glazing, gas central heating, off road parking, enclosed

courtyard garden & further 92ft/28m (sts) long lawned garden area with decking.

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KINDERLEY CLOSE, SUTTON BRIDGE


Modern (2006) 3 bedroom terraced house offering lounge/diner, kitchen/diner, en-suite shower room to master bedroom,

downstairs cloakroom & family bathroom, upvc double glazing, gas central heating,

enclosed garden, garage & off road parking. Internal viewing essential!

THE CHASE, LONG SUTTON

OIEO £125,000 EPC RATING:C

1930s 3 bedroom semi detached house convenient to town centre amenities, 2 reception rooms, kitchen/breakfast

room, downstairs cloakroom, upvc double glazing, gas central heating, original

fireplaces, 100ft long garden, off road parking & no upward chain.

FALKLANDS ROAD, SUTTON BRIDE


Modern 3 bedroom semi detached house, popular residential location, refitted kitchen/diner, downstairs cloakroom, refitted upstairs shower room, garage,

parking, enclosed rear garden, upvc double glazing (installed 2009), gas central heating (refitted boiler 2010) & no upward chain.

CHURCH GATE, SUTTON BRIDGE


Modern 3 bedroom detached house offering kitchen/diner, downstairs

cloakroom, en-suite to master bedroom, double glazing, gas central heating, south facing enclosed rear garden, garage & off road parking. Internal viewing advised.

WRIGHTS LANE, SUTTON BRIDGE

£126,000

Residential development opportunity. Popular residential location with field view. Approx 0.5 acre site with full

planning permission to demolish existing buildings & erect 4 dwellings & integral

garages. View Now!



3 Bedroom detached bungalow convenient for local bus stop and

amenities requiring further updating and benefiting from kitchen/breakfast room, upvc double glazing, gas central heating, garage and off road parking, lawned rear

garden & no upward chain.

RAILWAY LANE, SUTTON BRIDGE


Link-detached bungalow in a semi rural location with field views to the rear,

lounge/diner, 2 double bedrooms, wet room style shower room, garage,

extensive off road parking, enclosed rear garden, upvc double glazing & gas central

heating with refitted boiler.



End terraced 3 storey house with accommodation providing, 4 bedrooms,

bathroom, wet room/shower, 2+ reception rooms, utility room, enclosed rear garden, garage/workshop, majority

upvc double glazing & gas central heating. Needs to be seen inside to

appreciate layout & space of accommodation offered.

PRINCES STREET, HOLBEACH


Modern detached bungalow situated convenient for local amenities & bus stop

offering 2 double bedrooms, kitchen/diner, double glazing, gas central heating, garage, 2 off road parking areas, established & secluded rear garden with

patio areas. Internal viewing a must!

MAIN ROAD, GEDNEY DROVE END


2 Bedroom detached bungalow in a rural village location with part field view to

front, overall plot of 0.17 acre (sts), 114 ft long (sts) enclosed rear garden, garage & workshop, extensive off road parking, re-fitted kitchen/diner, sun room, upvc

double glazing, oil central heating. Internal viewing advised get true

perspective!

ROMAN BANK, HOLBEACH BANK


Renovated 3 bedroom detached Victorian (1880) cottage in a rural village location with rear field views, lounge/diner with

multi fuel burner, refitted kitchen & bathroom, oil central heating, solar panel

water heating, majority upvc double glazed windows, off road parking for

several vehicles and gardens.

GRANVILLE TERRACE, SUTTON BRIDGE


Detached bungalow offering 2 double bedrooms, kitchen/diner, utility,

conservatory, shower room, garage/workshop, double glazing, gas

central heating, extensive off road parking, enclosed rear garden & no upward chain. Viewing essential!



Detached bungalow situated in a popular location, 2 double bedrooms,

conservatory/utility, majority UPVC double glazing, gas central heating,

bathroom with corner bath & separate shower, garage & off road parking, good

size rear garden.

JOHN SWAINS WAY, LONG SUTTON


Modern 3 bedroom semi detached house in a cul-de-sac location offering

kitchen/diner, conservatory, downstairs cloakroom, upstairs bathroom, en-suite to master bedroom, upvc double glazing, gas central heating, attached single garage, off road parking & south facing enclosed

rear garden. View Now!

CHALK LANE, SUTTON BRIDGE


Modern 3 bedroom detached house with field views benefiting from lounge/diner,

separate dining room, utility, conservatory, downstairs shower room, upstairs bathroom, upvc double glazing, off road parking & south facing enclosed

rear garden. View Now!

CHURCH GREEN, LONG SUTTON


3 Bedroom detached house, popular cul-de-sac convenient to town centre,

lounge, dining room, utility lobby, 2 pantries, downstairs cloakroom, upstairs shower room, upvc double glazing, gas

central heating, garage, driveway, south facing rear garden & no upward chain.


£149,950 EPC RATING: D

Detached bungalow in a popular location offering 2 double bedrooms, modern

fitted kitchen & bathroom, sun room/utility, pantry, garage, block paved

driveway, upvc double glazing, gas central heating, feature enclosed rear

garden. Viewing essential!

FAIRFIELDS, HOLBEACH


2-3 Bedroom detached bungalow situated in a popular cul-de-sac close to the town

centre benefiting from conservatory, utility room/bedroom 3, shower room, UPVC

double glazing, gas central heating with refitted combi boiler, south facing low

maintenance rear garden & off road parking. View Now!

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What’s on at the Market House in May Rhubarb Theatre present ‘ Paper Wings’ Tuesday 14th May 7.30pm in the Corn Exchange Torn from their patchwork homeland Tatao and her mother find themselves in a strange new colourless world. Packed with weird characters and creatures the two embark on a journey of discovery. Suitable for 5-11 year olds and all the family. Entrance Free. To book tickets ring Market House reception 01406 366767.

Long Sutton Town Arts presents ‘Entertaining Angels’ Thursday 23rd May 7.30pm in the Corn Exchange. An enigmatic stranger turns up on a rural vicars doorstep to leave a lasting impact of the entire community. To book tickets ring Market House reception 01406 366767.

Market House Movies present ‘Les Miserables’ Saturday 25th May 2.00pm. To book tickets ring Market House reception 01406 366767. In Concert Meena Lee Quartet Friday 17th May 7.30pm this popular Jazz Quartet is returning for another great evening. To book tickets ring Market House reception 01406 366767.

Local Plan Public Consultation 24th May 3pm to 7pm in the Friends Room of the Market House. Boston Borough Council and South Holland District Council are working together to produce a local plan for their combined area. Have a say in planning the areas future. CRAFT MARKET AT THE CORN EXCHANGE – LONG SUTTON MARKET HOUSE The popular Craft Market is here again on 31st May 9.30am to 12.30pm. Come and see the wonderful display of crafts available, cards, jewellery and many other local crafts. Refreshments are available too, come and enjoy a morning coffee or tea in the beautiful Corn Exchange. Groups in March Kickstart every Wednesday morning 10.00am to 12.30pm drop in for a free cuppa and a chat Market House Reception 01406 366767

Tai chi every Thursday 12.30pm to 1.30pm call in to the Corn Exchange. Market House Reception 01406 366767 THE LINCOLNSHIRE CREDIT UNION Is open at the Long Sutton Market House on Fridays at 10.00am. The opening times will be every Friday 10.00am to 12 noon. Think of us as a Community Bank that is run by professional volunteers, working under the strict regulations of the Financial Services Authority. When it comes to borrowing money, we make everything simple! We are able to offer loans of between £100 and £3000, with a typical monthly rate of 2% on a reducing balance. All loans are approved on a capacity to repay basis, so poor previous credit may not be a problem. If you would like to save then there are easy access savings accounts with a competitive rate of interest, call in and chat to us on Friday mornings.,

Phone Market House reception on 01406 366767 for more information. www.longsuttonmarkethouse.org

Market House Photography Group There is still time to enter our annual competition Historic Lincolnshire, entry forms available from the Market House reception or alternatively email:[email protected].

Our next meeting takes place on Monday 13th May at 7.30pm whereby we welcome Lesley from Holbeach who will be a presentation on mounting pictures. All welcome £3/person.

Our annual exhibition takes place on the 14th & 15th September - 10am to 4pm. Free admission. Come along and see

our members work and also a past & present exhibition. More details to follow nearer the event.

The Market House Photography Group are now on Facebook - just search Long Sutton Market House Photography Group

and you will find us.

FALKLANDS ROAD, SUTTON BRIDGE


Modern 3 bedroom detached bungalow offering conservatory, bath/shower room plus additional separate cloakroom, upvc double glazing, gas central heating (with refitted boiler 2010), garage with electric entrance door, driveway & enclosed rear

garden. Viewing essential!

LIME WALK, LONG SUTTON


Modern extended 4 bedroom detached house on a corner plot, convenient for

local amenities, 38ft long lounge/diner, majority UPVC double glazing, gas central heating, enclosed rear garden, garage &

driveway

BRIDGE ROAD, LONG SUTTON


Modern (2004) detached chalet style house, 3 bedrooms, en-suite to master,

family bathroom & downstairs cloakroom, L-shaped lounge/dining room, kitchen/ breakfast room, utility, detached single garage, extensive off road parking, gas central heating & upvc double glazing.



3 Bedroom detached house, lounge/diner, 2 conservatories, refitted

kitchen/breakfast room, refitted bath/shower room, utility/wc, gas

central heating with refitted boiler, double glazing (majority upvc), cavity

wall insulation, garage, large carport to rear, front parking & garden.

GEDNEY ROAD, LONG SUTTON


3 Bedroom 1930s detached house, overall plot 0.15 acre (sts), 2 reception rooms,

conservatory, refitted kitchen with integral appliances, utility, refitted

upstairs bathroom, downstairs shower room, gas heating (refitted boiler), upvc double glazing, garage, extensive parking

& rear garden with part field views.

DELPH ROAD, LONG SUTTON


Modernised detached bungalow, 2 double bedrooms, 2 reception rooms,

conservatory, modern kitchen & bath/shower room, oversized single

garage with office, extensive parking, enclosed rear garden, majority upvc

double glazing, gas central heating & no upward chain. Viewing essential!



Modern 4 bedroom detached house, 3 reception rooms, modern kitchen, refitted bathroom, refitted en-suite

shower room & downstairs cloakroom, garage, off road parking, enclosed rear garden, gas central heating & majority

wood effect upvc double glazing.



Modern 3 Bedroom detached bungalow situated convenient for local amenities

offering kitchen/diner, en-suite to master bedroom, family bath/shower room, detached double garage/workshop,

extensive driveway, south facing rear garden, upvc double glazing & gas central

heating. Viewing advised.

STANLEY DRIVE, SUTTON BRIDGE


Modern (1999) 4 bedroom detached bungalow, popular residential location,

conservatory, kitchen/diner, utility room, en-suite, bath/shower room, double

garage, off road parking, low maintenance style rear garden, upvc double glazing & gas central heating.

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Q. WHAT EXACTLY HAPPENS WHEN YOU EXCHANGE CONTRACTS?

Exchanging contracts is very much a “does what it says on the tin” moment. In the old days, your solicitor would physically take your

signed contact and deposit cheque round to the office of the other solicitor, and would then swap, or exchange, contracts with the

other party’s solicitor. Nowadays, with the advent of telephones, computers and the like, thankfully exchange of contracts takes place

over the telephone, between the two solicitors. Following formal exchange, the Buyer’s solicitor will also transfer the buyer’s deposit

(the money that you pay at exchange) to the seller’s solicitor. This is usually non-returnable and acts as security for the seller in case

you either cannot or do not want to complete. If that happens, the seller may be able to keep your deposit, and may take you to court

to recover any additional losses arising from the breach of contract. With contracts exchanged, both solicitors will arrange a

convenient date for completion. They will then begin to make final preparations, ensuring everything is in place by that date. This

includes:

Land Registry – The seller’s solicitor will have sent a copy of the registered title for the property at the start of the process. Now

they will do a final check to make sure that nothing has changed.

Transfer deed – This is the document that records the buyer as the new legal landowner in the Land Registry. The buyer’s solicitor

will prepare this before completion, and send it to the seller’s solicitor.

Money transfers – The buyer’s solicitor will make the final arrangements for payment of the outstanding funds. This includes

receiving any mortgage money for their lender.

Final accounts – Your solicitor will prepare the final accounts for you. These will include details of any further money needed from

you to complete. If you are taking out a mortgage, your solicitor will draw down the loan amount from the lender in time for

completion.

You need to ensure that you fully understand what is being asked of you; exactly what is required and when. In particular make sure you have access to the appropriate funds when required. If you have any questions, ask.

Q. WHAT HAPPENS ON THE COMPLETION DATE?

Completion day is the day everyone has been waiting for; when the keys are handed over and the buyer gets to move in, and the

seller, or their bank, gets the money for the property. A lot will happen on completion day and, as there may be multiple transactions

working simultaneously within a chain, it is difficult to give a precise time as to what will happen when. At Fosters Law we always aim

to complete around lunchtime, giving good time for you and your removal men to get in. However we would stress that the transaction

is in the hands of other parties and the banking system, so it’s a good idea to take time off work or set a few hours aside to make sure

everything goes smoothly. The process will start with the buyer’s solicitor transferring the payment to the seller. When a mortgage is

involved, this money will have been sent from the lender. In situations where there is a chain of transactions, money has to be sent

from the buyer at the bottom of the chain, all the way up to the seller’s solicitors at the top of the chain; depending upon the length

of the chain, it can take several hours for this process to be completed. When the seller’s solicitor has received the funds, this is the

point of actual completion of the transaction - they will send the transfer deed and any other important documents to the buyer’s

solicitor. At a more practical level they will also release the keys to the property. These are usually picked directly up from the Estate

Agent that has been managing the sale. If there is no Estate Agent you would make arrangements direct between the seller and the

buyer. The buyer’s solicitor will complete a tax return for the stamp duty land tax, and will pay any Stamp Duty that you owe for your

transaction. They will then arrange for the Land Registry to record you as the owner and to register the lender’s interest (if any) as

a mortgagee.

Q. WHEN SHOULD I INSURE THE PROPERTY?

At the point of exchange of contracts, the “risk” of the property usually passes from buyer to seller – this means that, although the

buyer doesn’t yet have access to or rights over the property, they are responsible for it, so Buildings Insurance is required. This

provides cover for the building and gives the buyer, and their mortgage lender, adequate protection should anything happen to the

property prior to completion that may cause serious damage. Please note, this is irrespective of whether or not the seller still has the

property insured. There is no absolute requirement for you to insure your property, but if you do not do so, you will be taking

something of a risk; it may also be the case that, if you are taking out a mortgage, your mortgage lender will require buildings

insurance to be taken out before the loan is completed. Similarly, there is no obligation for you to insure your personal possessions by

means of a contents insurance policy, but again, you would usually be advised to do so. Ideally Building Insurance should be arranged

prior to the exchange date so that it can be ‘put into force’ and begin to provide cover from this time. Although it is very rare, there

are cases where properties have been completely destroyed between exchange of contracts and completion – in such a case, the buyer

is still obliged to complete the purchase and to pay the money due on the completion date, even if the house is now effectively a pile

of rubble. The Buildings Insurance policy will then have to pay out for the property to be rebuilt where possible. If you are purchasing

a new build property, the Buildings Insurance should usually be put into force once the property is completed – the builder’s own

insurance policy covers the property until the completion date. Also, if you are buying a leasehold property, you will normally find

that the freeholder (the “landlord”) insures the whole building, and each leaseholder in the building has to pay a proportionate part of

the annual premium. In such a situation, there is no need for you to take out your own building insurance policy for the flat – although

you would still be advised to take out a policy to cover your home contents.

If you need advice, contact Jo Wheatley Johnson at our Long Sutton office: 14 Market Street, Long Sutton, Lincs, PE12 7QU Email: [email protected] or call 01406 455014

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My view of Estate Agency as a negotiator and previously as a customer. When I approached Jaimie with regard to the vacancy in the office for a negotiator I asked whether she would consider my application. Jaimie’s reply was yes, as being a previous client, both buying and selling through Phoenix I had a fair understanding of the customer need, the process involved & the way the company worked. As a customer I understand the frustrations, complications and stress involved with the whole buying and selling of a property. Obviously there is a lot more to buying and selling a property than I initially thought there was! Now being on the other side of the table I understand the in-depth side of the property market and can see a lot more of what the agency fee covers and pays for! There is so much more background work than the customers think! I now also understand the frustrations that an Estate Agents faces! I recognise the importance of being honest and realistic with our clients, a principal that Phoenix firmly stands by. I also understand the need for good frequent communication with all the parties involved in the transaction, this is vital to a “smooth move”, sometimes problems come along that are beyond our control but the key to a smooth operation is to keep everyone informed and updated as regularly as possible. I have also learned that it is very important and beneficial to have a good rapport with solicitors and surveyors as believe it or not the estate agent speaks with these professionals a lot more than I would have thought or imagined. As we all appreciate even the estate agent cannot force prospective buyers to view properties but I do appreciate it is our job to have the knowledge and skill in meeting a buyers needs with the suitable properties available but to also encourage the buyer to ‘look outside the box’ at other potentially suitable properties from a different perspective so that they don’t discredit one that could in fact be perfect! Having done this myself I can honestly say it is always worth considering. You have in your minds eye what you want but you can surprise yourself by viewing a property that has the basics of what you would like but also being prepared to use your imagination to notice what it could offer, this can be very satisfying and can get you out of the rut of not being able to find a property or worse still settling with something that you are not excited about, again I speak from personal experience! I have found that being an estate agent can be very rewarding as well as frustrating, especially when you have a client who is very keen to sell but viewings do not seem to be forthcoming and you find you are asking yourself “why are they not getting viewings, what more can we do”? This is the joys of being an estate agent and the joys of working with the vendors and buyers, often there is no rhyme or reasons or simple solutions, as customers all have individual desires, needs and tastes. I have now completed three on-line training courses regarding the legislation we have to comply with in the industry and have not only surprised myself by what I did know, but also and more importantly, what I didn’t know, some of the laws governing estate agency seem questionable and frustrating, there is a lot more legislation compliance that goes into the job that you’d think, but as a negotiator I now understand the regulations are there to protect the client as well as ourselves as agents. I have already agreed a few sales which are going through and came close on a few more too. Believe me there is nothing nicer than when a potential purchaser calls or walks in excited to offer on a property and then when the offer is made to the vendor who is as excited to receive the offer and accepts - that really is the icing on the cake for me. I also understand the disappointment/frustration for potential buyers on an offer not being accepted but surely we can all appreciate we each have our own personal expectations and financial boundaries on selling a property and must remember there are many reasons why we set out our absolute minimum and this has to be respected and acknowledged. It’s as frustrating for the seller too when they come that close to a sale but the buyer has their own boundaries & doesn’t increase their offer. I really enjoy working with Jaimie, I always valued her as a friend and estate agent but appreciate her even more as a mentor and trainer. I think I speak for Jaimie as well but I believe we make a great team, we work exceptionally well together and have the added bonus of being well suited colleagues. As you are aware we are a small team but would like to think of us working closely, keeping each other informed, updated and up to speed with all the events occurring on a day to day basis. Here’s looking forward to selling a lot more properties plus keeping our vendors and purchasers happy.

KENZIE DRIVE, SUTTON BRIDGE

£185.000 EPC RATING:C

Modern (2006) 4 bedroom detached house, 3 reception rooms, kitchen/diner,

utility, en-suite, family bathroom, downstairs cloakroom, garage, 2 off road parking spaces, feature side/rear garden, upvc double glazing, gas central heating

& no upward chain. Viewing a must!

EAST BANK, SUTTON BRIDGE

£185.000 EPC RATING:F

Victorian detached house with views of the A17 Cross Keys Bridge & river, overall

plot of approx. 0.25 acre, 3 double bedrooms, 3 reception rooms,

conservatory, upstairs bathroom, cloakroom, downstairs shower room, detached double garage/workshop, mature gardens, double glazing, oil central heating & no upward chain.

WOAD LANE, LONG SUTTON


Modern4 bedroom detached chalet house, front field views, lounge/diner, family

room, kitchen, utility, downstairs cloakroom, upstairs bath/shower room, en-suite & walk in wardrobe to master

bedroom, en-suite shower/sink to ground floor bedroom, double glazing, oil central heating, off road parking & enclosed rear

garden. Internal viewing essential!

NEW ROAD, SUTTON BRIDGE


2-3 Bedroom detached bungalow with loft conversion, overall plot approx. ¼ acre (sts), reception hall, 2 reception rooms

plus refitted kitchen/diner, en-suite cloakroom & utility, refitted bath/shower

room, single garage, off road parking, upvc double glazing, gas central heating.

WRIGHTS LANE & NEW ROAD, SUTTON BRIDGE £205,000

Residential development opportunity,

2 sites together. Total of 5 plots. Popular residential location with field view. Approx 0.5 acre site with planning

permission to demolish existing buildings & erect 4 dwellings with garages. Plus

further approx 0.5 acre site with outline planning for a single storey dwelling

MAGDALEN ROAD, TILNEY ST LAWRENCE OIEO £225,000 EPC RATING:B

New detached house, front views over

village play area & convenient access to A17. 4 Double bedrooms, 3 reception

rooms, downstairs cloakroom, en-suite to master bedroom, family bath/shower

room, off road parking, enclosed garden, upvc double glazing, oil central heating &

No upward chain.

NIGHTINGALE WAY, SUTTON BRIDGE


Modern detached bungalow, popular cul-de-sac, 3-4 bedrooms, 2 reception rooms

plus conservatory, kitchen/diner - integrated appliances, utility, en-suite shower room, cloakroom, bath/shower

room, double garage, driveway, enclosed rear garden, upvc double glazing & gas

central heating.

PENRICS WAY, FLEET HARGATE


Modern (2004) link detached house, 4 double bedrooms, dressing room & en-

suite to master bedroom, en-suite to bedroom 2, family bath/shower room,

downstairs cloakroom, 2 reception rooms, kitchen/diner, utility, double garage, parking, landscaped gardens, double

glazing & gas central heating.

STATION ROAD, LONG SUTTON

OIRO £239,950 EPC RATING:E

Detached house, original part dating back to mid 1800s, part field views,

4 double bedrooms, 4 reception rooms, upstairs bath/shower room, downstairs

cloakroom, majority UPVC double glazing, gas central heating, off road parking, side

gardens, no upward chain.



Detached Allison 'Mayfield' design house built 2005 and situated in a sought after

location benefiting from 4 double bedrooms, en-suite, 3 reception rooms, kitchen/breakfast room, utility room,

cloakroom, double garage, upvc double glazing, gas central heating & low

maintenance gardens



Detached Allison 'Canterbury' design house built 2005, sought after location,

5 double bedrooms, 2 en-suites, 3 reception rooms, kitchen/breakfast

room, utility room, cloakroom, integral double garage, upvc double glazing, gas

central heating & enclosed rear gardens.

CHALK ROAD, WALPOLE ST PETER


Modern detached house, 4 double bedrooms, dressing room & en-suite to master bedroom, 2

nd bedroom with en-

suite, downstairs cloakroom, 3 reception rooms & conservatory, kitchen, utility

room & breakfast room, integral double garage, established enclosed rear garden, UPVC double glazing & no upward chain.

BACK ROAD, MURROW


Modern 6 bedroom house situated in a rural village location benefiting from 3 reception rooms, 3 en-suites, family

bath/shower room & downstairs cloakroom, utility room, detached garage, off road parking, enclosed

garden, upvc double glazing & oil central heating. Viewing essential!

SALTS ROAD, WEST WALTON


Modern 5 bedroom detached house, overall plot 0.19 acre (sts), 2 en-suites,

kitchen/diner, conservatory, study, utility, downstairs cloakroom, workshop, double garage & extensive parking, oil central heating, UPVC double glazing & secluded rear garden with decking area.

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CCiinnddeerr AAsshh PPrree--SScchhooooll By Nicola Cooper, Chairperson, Cinder Ash Pre-School

If you are looking for somewhere that offers your children their first Pre-School sessions, that is set in glorious surroundings and a wide open space, that is secure, caring, and loving, then you won't go far wrong with Cinder Ash Pre-School.

We are a small charity Pre-School in the centre of Cinder Ash Park in Long Sutton - PE12 9DJ

It has offered three of my four children, (with the fourth starting after her second birthday) a fantastic, confident environment, where they have been able to grow and develop at a pace that is comfortable to them individually, and it didn't cost the Earth either.

I care about this place so much, that I want to give it back what it has given to my children, so now I am on the Committee, as Chairperson!

The St George's Day Weekend offered us the ideal opportunity to show our pre-school off to not only the new mums and dads but also the community of Long Sutton and surrounding areas.

This was an amazing success, signing up several children throughout the day! Please don't worry that you missed the Open Day itself, all you need to do is knock on the door and one of our dedicated staff will be more than happy to show you around.

We offer flexible childcare for all children between the ages of two and five years old, during term time, Monday to Friday from 9am until 3pm. There are no minimum sessions per week, so you can introduce your child at a pace you are comfortable with.

We also offer Free Sessions under the Early Years Entitlement Scheme, so basically, the term after your child is three, they can come to Cinder Ash Pre-School for FREE for 15 hours a week! That's five sessions in a week! What would you do with that time?

I have recently put all of the Pre-School's information into our new website www.cinderashpreschool.co.uk including a page dedicated to testimonials from parents, new and old.

"Theo has adored going to Cinder Ash Pre School, he loves the staff and the setting itself, it has a lovely outdoor play area that Theo seems to spend most of his days in (by choice i might add!) I love the flexibility in the sessions he can do, great communication through the link books and the staff are always open and welcoming when looking at how he is getting on!" - N.A

More testimonials are available to view online!

My own daughter wrote a testimonial of her time at the Pre-School almost 10 years ago. This is what she had to say:

"Cinder Ash was my first experience of school. I enjoyed it from the first day until the last. It prepared me for all the challenges of life and showed me how and when to do things. Cinder Ash's staff do their very best to inspire young children to learn. I certainly think they inspired me because now I'm going to Long Sutton Primary School now but in September I'll be moving up to Spalding High School. Since my Mum has been Chairperson, I have helped her with all the discos and open days that were held in Cinder Ash and they have all been a great success! I would recommend this Pre-School to any child because in Cinder Ash, children will be in a safe and welcoming environment. By Faith Cooper.”

We also have lots of information about what we get up to and fundraising events we hold on our Facebook and Twitter Pages! www.facebook.com/CinderAshPreSchool and www.twitter.com/CinderAshPreSch, so please come and Like or Follow us there.

There is honestly no better way to make a decision on childcare, than to come and see us for yourselves! We can't wait to meet you and your child. The Staff, Committee and Parents really can come together to help all the children "Play, Learn and Grow!"

Telephone: 01406 258382 or 07773 303423 www.cinderashpreschool.co.uk

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Ian’s Carpet Warehouse launched by partners Ian Taylor and Lynn Rymes may be brand-new, but everyone involved is an old hand, with over 40 years in the floor-covering field. Both Ian and Lynn plus the two expert fitters working with them previously worked for many years for a long-established Holbeach carpet business which closed down in January. They aim to provide a complete personal service, from takeaway or delivery only to a full supply and fit including a free measure and estimate.

With a wide range of discounted carpets and vinyl from which you can choose from, which are sold at around half the normal retail price. More than 100 roll-ends on display change every week, so it’s worthwhile returning if you don’t find what you want straight away. Pattern books are also on hand if you want to order from manufacturer instead. Our experienced carpet fitters are also on hand to give an estimate and measure for free, and then fit the carpet for you. We also fit and supply underlay grippers and door bars.

Experience carpet fitters and suppliers: Free measuring Free estimates Cheap and top range carpets Experienced staff Friendly service Over 100 roll ends on display Prices are around half the normal retail price

Opening Times: Monday: 9:30am to 5:00pm. Tuesday: 9:30am to 5:00pm. Wednesday: 9:30am to 12:30pm. Thursday: 9:30am to 5:00pm. Friday: 9:30am to 5:00pm. Saturday: 10:00am to 4:00pm. Sunday: 10:00am to 4:00pm.

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Two Popular Events Return to The Curlew Centre Following the success of the Christmas Gift & Craft Fair, The Curlew Centre is hosting a Summer Craft Fair on Saturday 1st June 2013. The previous fair was packed to the rafters with over 50 stallholders so any craftspeople and artists interested in participating this time, need to book early to avoid disappointment. Doors open to the public at 12:30 although sellers can set-up from 10:30am. There is plenty of parking, full disabled access and the 505 bus (Kings Lynn to Spalding) stops directly outside the centre. Refreshments will be on sale throughout the day in aid of SBCCF (the charity which runs The Curlew Centre). Stall cost £5 and can be booked by calling Helen on 01406 351122 or emailing [email protected] The annual Vintage Family Fun Day will be held on The Memorial Park beside The Curlew Centre on Sunday 16th June from 11am - 4pm. A host of Vintage and Classic vehicles, Army vehicles and weapons will be on display and a Spitfire will make The Battle of Britain Memorial Flight, flying low over the park a number of times to ensure everyone gets a great view. There will be a bar and BBQ, Bouncy Castle, Bungee Run, Gladiator Dual, Tea Cup Ride and Car Boot Sale, as well as lots of other side stalls and activities including Hoots R Us who will be returning with their owls and birds. The event will be opened by the Sutton Bridge Prince and Princess who were crowned in December 2012. This is one of their official duties.

Please visit www.thecurlewcentre.co.uk for more information about these events and all the activities at The Curlew Centre. Email: [email protected] Bookings: 01406 351122

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Phoenix Property Magazine May 2013