Welcome to our latest newsletter,
The message and advice we have been conveying to our clients of late is the need to strike the right balance between an asking price designed to achieve the best price possible but at the same time pricing correctly so that buyers aren’t deterred from viewing in the first instance.
Having successfully secured a number of sales for clients by also taking a fresh look at the prices we are quoting, combined with listening carefully to buyers and getting accurate feedback we have been able to provide the right advice so that our clients are benefitting sooner rather than later.
I believe we are operating in a healthy market but one that has settled down.
There are still plenty of buyers but they need and want to know they are paying the right price.
Indeed in our experience buyers will always stretch to pay the maximum price for the right property if it’s at the right price. It’s not an exact science but as a rule we reckon that the correct asking price should be within two or three percentage points of the real value.
Clients are often concerned that if they don’t add a large premium to what they want they will potentially end up with a lower offer. We find that the reverse is actually the case. If the price is correct you attract more buyers and more importantly create more competition and as such we can often end up in a situation where we secure a higher price than the one we were actually quoting.
Based on activity levels over the last month or so I’d say the rest of July and August could be very busy and whilst there will be fewer people about, those that are will be serious about buying so maybe it’s not that bad a time to think about securing a sale ahead of the September and October market.
Ed Mackenzie Smith, Managing Director
The new development at Evergreen Copse in Hook is now complete with the premier property available to view.
Evergreen Copse is a new cul de sac of just nine houses set in the heart of Hook village and within walking distance of local schools, shops and the train station that has regular services to London Waterloo.…
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This is a lovely success story from our Lettings Team. “A client of mine, who I have worked over the last ten years or so, after much deliberation, decided the time was right to sell one of their portfolio of properties on Elvetham Heath. Of course my client asked if I could help with the…
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On Saturday 18th July from 12-2pm we are holding an Open House at this charming four bedroom detached family home that is beautifully set with a tree lined outlook in arguably one of Ash Vale’s best roads. The property is in walking distance of the village and local amenities making it perfect for families and…
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Bungalows are often very much sought after homes and fortunately here at Mackenzie Smith we cover areas where there are plenty of these much-desired homes to choose from. We currently have a fantastic selection for you to take your pick, in areas from Normandy to Fleet to Hook with great features such as well tended…
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We have had a few staff changes in our Ash Vale office…Branch Manager Crawford Moxley has decided to move on to pastures new and we wish him the best of luck in his new career. Stepping into the role of Branch Manager in Ash Vale is John Munday, a highly experienced property professional who has…
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Join 1st Normandy Scouts this Saturday for fun and fundraising at The Scout Hut on Guildford Road from 1pm to 4pm. Enjoy games, stalls, a BBQ, crafts and activities, a bouncy slide, raffle, tombola and workshops during the event. Back by popular demand ‘You Ukes’ Ukulele Band will provide two performances during the fun day…
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This Saturday we are holding an Open House at this five bedroom detached home set within a generous plot with potential to extend (STPP) in the sought after area of Church Crookham. Some updating is required to the spacious interior enabling you to create a home to suit. Within this spacious home you will find…
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The Hook Office refit is now well underway, we carry on with business as usual despite the disruptions. You will find us tucked around the side of the building until the works are completed through the ‘Elms Road Corner’ entrance...
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If you are looking for a spacious home with flexible accommodation that can be tailored to your needs, then come along to our Open House on Saturday 25th July between 2.30pm & 3.30pm to view this immaculately presented townhouse. Located in a sought after location in Aldershot, the property benefits from all the amenities…
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This striking detached new home is situated within an inviting collection of new properties at Cresley Drive, opposite Hartletts Park, just a short walk from Hook village centre and train station with services to London. Close to local Infant and Junior schools and ready to move into now, this special home provides everything you and…
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Mackenzie Smith are pleased to have again sponsored the Whitewater School Summer Fete and Raffle in the beautiful rural village of Rotherwick, near Hook in Hampshire. The Summer Fete took place on the 27th June on a spectacularly sunny day, packed with activities, entertainment and stalls this exciting date on the school calendar was both…
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Last week has seen the completion of a beautiful one bedroom apartment in the popular Queensgate development through our sales department. It is the third property in the portfolio for existing landlords of mine who have purchased similar apartments in Farnborough and hopefully not the last. I have to say that I absolutely adore this…
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Super-Size your property advertising with Zoopla. If your property is on the market with Mackenzie Smith you have the opportunity to submit your home to be considered for Zoopla-Size Me! Zoopla are supersizing one property each month and listing it across the country on oversized billboards, newspapers, and social media...
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97.5% of reviews we have received this year rated us as Good or Excellent! We pride ourselves on delivering excellent service and our clients are our best advocates. Now you can see reviews left personally by buyers, sellers, tenants and landlords on our Testimonial and Trustpilot pages.
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Resolutely modern, yet with charm and elegance in mind, Oak Hill House features state of the art details such as Cat 5 wiring that are perfectly set against details such as a stunning open fireplace. Not only is the interior of this four bedroom house exception, but the location is also a great plus. As a keen runner…
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