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121Move.co.uk, the Online Estate Agency, 0844 800 4990.
Albert Grace Estate Agents, Office 115 State House, 176 Station Road, Harrow, Middlesex, HA1 2AE.
Alexander Watson Estate Agents, 28-30 High Street, Pinner, Middlesex, HA5 5PW, 020 8866 0127.
Allan Howard & Co, 134a Kenton Road, Harrow, Middlesex, HA3 8AL.
Ashton Fox, 185 Kenton Road, Harrow, London, HA3 0EY.
ASR Estates, Ground Floor, 100 College Road, Harrow, Middlesex, HA1 1EN.
Bairstow Eves Countrywide, 225 Northolt Road, Harrow, Middlesex, HA2 8HW, 020 8422 5501.
Baker Pearce, 250 Imperial Drive, Harrow, Middlesex, HA2 7HJ.
Bellgrange Estates, 7 Canons Corner, London Road, Stanmore, Middlesex, HA8 8AE, 0203 271 0000.
Blacklers, 506 Kenton Lane, Harrow, Middlesex, HA3 8RD, 020 8907 7701.
Blue Ocean Property Consultants, Belmont Circle, 403 Kenton Lane, Harrow, Middlesex, HA3 8RZ.
Brockenhurst Estates, 2 Central Parade, Station Road, Harrow, Middlesex, HA1 2TW.
Burgoyne Johnston Evans, 266 Streatfield Road, Kenton, Middlesex, HA3 9BY, 020 8206 1612.
Chapels Properties, 1 High Road, Old Eastcote, Pinner, Middlesex, HA5 2EW, 020 8868 8526.
Charles and Charles Estate Agents and Valuers, 206 The Broadway, West Hendon, London, NW9 7EE, 020 8202 9090.
Chase Macmillan Estates, Sai Maa House, 181 Kenton Road, Harrow, Middlesex, HA3 OEY, 020 8907 0005.
Clive Lawrence & Co, 2 Gayton Road, Harrow, Middlesex, HA1 2XU.
Connaught Independent Estate Agents, 1 Church Parade, High Street, Wealdstone, Harrow, Middlesex, HA3 5DL, 020 8863 4456.
DM & Co, 170 Greenford Road, Sudbury Hill, Harrow, Middlesex, HA1 3QX.
Falcon Property Services, 254 Kingsbury Road, Kingsbury, London, NW9 0BT, 020 8204 0075.
Hanover Shine, 13 Northolt Road, Harrow, Middlesex, HA2 0LH, 020 8422 3321.
Harsun & Co, 7 High Road, Willesden, London, NW10 2TE, 020 8459 6310.
Homebuyer Centre, Summertown, South Parade, Oxford, OX2 7HT, 0800 822 3463.
Hot Homes Uk, 3 Devonport Road, Stoke Village, Plymouth, PL3 4DJ, 0845 002 1016.
Irvine, 408 Uxbridge Road, Pinner, Middlesex, HA5 4HP.
J S Property, 112 Pinner Road, Harrow, Middlesex, HA1 4JD.
Jamie Dean & Co, 91 Stanmore Hill, Stanmore, Middlesex, HA7 3DZ, 020 8954 6166.
John Richards & Co, Congress House, Office 1, Fourth Floor, 14 Lyon Road, Harrow, London, HA1 2EN, 020 8427 1222.
Joseph & Co, 2 Gayton Road, Harrow, London, HA1 2XU, 020 8427 2727.
Knights of Harrow, 164 Pinner Road, Harrow, London, HA1 4JJ.
Kris Adams, 174 Pinner Road, Harrow, London, HA1 4JP.
Man and Co, 3 Fryent Way, Kingsbury, London, NW9 9ER.
Maple Estate & Letting Agents Ltd, 68 Station Road, Harrow, London, HA1 2SQ, 020 8427 9772.
Mark Ashley & Co, 70 Watling Avenue, Burnt Oak, Edgeware , Middlesex, HA8 0LU.
Mayfords, 557 Pinner Road, North Harrow, London, HA2 6EQ.
MFS Estate Agents & Mortgage Brokers, 47 King Street, Southall, Middlesex, UB2 4DQ.
Oakley Estates , 12 The Broadway, Preston Road, Wembley, London, HA9 8JU.
Paige & Petrook, 118-120 Marsh Road, Pinner, Middlesex, HA5 5NA.
Parkfield Estates, 329a Kenton Road, Harrow, Middlesex, HA3 0XS, 020 8909 1445.
Phillip Shaw Ltd, 146 Kenton Road, Kenton, Harrow, London, HA3 8AZ, 020 8909 1950.
PK Properties, 451 Alexandra Avenue, Harrow, Middlesex, HA2 9SE.
Preston Bennett & Stone, 40 Church Road, Stanmore, Greater London, HA7 4AH, 020 8954 0045.
Preston Hill Estates, 276 Preston Road, Kenton, Middlesex, HA3 0QA, 020 8904 9005.
Pulver Carr Partnership, 349 Uxbridge Road, Hatch End, Pinner, Middlesex, HA5 4JN.
Questside Management Ltd, 41 The Broadway, Joel Street, Northwood, Middlesex, HA6 1NZ.
Rawlinson Gold, 243 Station Road, Harrow, Middlesex, HA1 2TB.
Reliance Property, 114 Wembley Park Drive, Wembley, Middlesex, HA9 8HP, 020 8902 2024.
Robert Berry & Co. Ltd, 793 Harrow Road, Sudbury, Wembley, London, HA0 2LP.
Robertson Phillips, 40 Station Road, North Harrow , London, Middx , HA2 7SE.
S H Properties, 252 Hendon Way, Hendon, London, NW4 3NL.
Sonia Estates Ltd, 189 Kenton Road, Kenton, Harrow, Middlesex, HA3 0EY, 020 8909 9977.
Stephen J Woodward Ltd, The Old Fire Station, 90 High Street, Harrow on the Hill, Middlesex, HA1 3LP.
TKM - The Key Management, 220 Edgware Road, London, Greater London, W2 1DH.
Tony Paul Estate Agents, 211 Ealing Road, Northolt, Middlesex, UB5 5HS.
Upad.co.uk, 104 Tennyson Road, London, NW6 7SB, 0845 680 1394.

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TIPS ON BUYING IN HARROW

Estate Agents

Let a good number of agents in Harrow know your needs - our 'one e-mail to all Harrow Estate Agents' button at the top of the homepage is ideal for this.

Provide estate agents with all your contact details and e-mail addresses - if what you are looking for comes on the market in Harrow you want to be the first to know!

Work closely with the estate agents, they have local knowledge of the property market and house prices in Harrow. Make them want to help you.

The Property

Work out your budget:

Standard lending ratios are usually three times the principal earner's gross income plus one times the second, or two and a half times joint gross income.
Consider your existing equity, savings, moving costs and your likely general credit rating.

Decide what you want to buy. Make a wish list of essential criteria:

Style, size, age, numbers of rooms, garaging, parking, garden etc.
Still remain open-minded - lots of people surprise themselves with what they end up buying.

Consider the wider picture:

Location, communications, local facilities, schools, clubs
Is this a long term move? How will your property needs vary in future?

Viewing A Property

Arrive in the area early to get a good feel of the neighbourhood, and prepare any local questions you may wish to ask.

Do not make an instant judgement. Do not be influenced by the sociability of the vendors, their taste in furnishings or the (un)tidiness.

Assess the accommodation that the property provides.

Assess the general state of repair: Roof, walls, windows and doors, plasterwork, wiring, plumbing and heating, kitchen fittings and bathroom sanitary ware.

Have improvements been carried out / will they be required (e.g. double glazing, insulation, D.P.C., kitchen)?

Assess the neighbours, the street and the general condition of other properties around - is this street reliably steady, on the up, or going downhill?

Consider where the morning and evening sun will be.

If you are interested try to revisit at a different time on a different day when the area may be busier.

Action for buying a house in Harrow

Buying a house can get stressful; get off to a good start:

Print this checklist, take it with you and make notes.
Press our 'one e-mail to all Harrow Estate Agents' button now and get the best local agents sending you details through - Do it now!

TIPS ON SELLING IN HARROW

The Estate Agent

Ask a few Harrow agents to value your property. Be objective about what they say and do not be unduly critical if is not what you wanted to hear!

Do not necessarily choose the agent with the cheapest fee; you want your property advertised and 'sold properly' in all respects.

Choose an agent that belongs to a professional body such as:

The National Association of Estate Agents (NAEA)
The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
Ombudsman Estate Agency (OEA)

Read ALL the small print if you decide to use a sole agent. Multiple agents could cost you more, but may increase your chances of selling your property.

State any fixtures and fittings to be included in the sale.

Make it clear to the agent the minimum value you are presently willing to accept from a buyer.

Your Property

Take a critical look at the outside and inside of your home and decide what small items are realistic to quickly improve.

The exterior of your home will be the buyer's first impression. Ensure the garden is neat and tidy, outside lights are clean and working, all fixtures such as door handles are secure.

Prepare your home by cleaning, repainting (if necessary) and completing any unfinished DIY job! Create more space. Pack away, throw away or take to the charity shop any unnecessary items and be ruthless. The more you do now, the less cluttered your house will look, and the less packing you will have to do when you move.

Viewing A Property

Arrange viewing at times that you can realistically have the property looking good, kitchen cleared, grass cut etc. The property needs to be tidy.

Create a nice atmosphere, pleasant fragrances, and flowers and turn the television off. In winter light any fires and have the heating at a comfortable level. In summer open windows.

Be ready for questions about the property, neighbours and the locality.

Be clear about your own reasons for moving-on, time scales and flexibility.

Leave it to your agent do any serious negotiating.

Action for selling property in Harrow

We have listed your main local agents. E-mail them a request to contact you for initial discussions about the possibility of them being chosen to sell you property.

TIPS ON RENTING IN HARROW

Let lots of agents know what you are looking for so you get a really good selection to choose from.
Inform the agent of your criteria (location, budget, furnished/unfurnished, occupation date requirement, tenancy period and any other aspects that are important to you).
Expect to pay a deposit of at least one months rent, possibly more. Possibly some administration charges.
You may be required to provide references.
Ensure you read and understand the tenancy agreement. The Citizens Advice Bureau may check this for you. Clarify what is NOT included in the rental fee, such as council tax, utility bills, ground maintenance etc.
Examine the inventory prepared by the agent and keep a copy.
Check restrictions: sub-letting, pets etc. Can you redecorate?
Notify defects in writing as soon as they become apparent (even if you do not want them remedied).
Establish what is covered under maintenance (boilers, refrigerators, radiators etc.).
Usually, you will not have to deal with the landlord directly. Should you have any problems or queries, direct them to your agent first.
Other issues to consider are, parking, neighbours, noise levels, public transport availability etc.

Action to rent a house or flat in Harrow

Notify all the main local agents by sending 'one e-mail to all Letting Agents' with your requirements. Do it now!

TIPS ON LETTING OUT YOUR PROPERTY IN HARROW

Choose a letting agent that is registered with one of the following:

The Association of Residential Letting Agents (ARLA)
The National Approved Letting Scheme (NALS)
The National Association of Estate Agents (NAEA)
The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
The UK Association of Letting Agents (UKALA)
Ombudsman for Estate Agents (OEA)

Get a good contract which will be the Tenancy Agreement. Think about any restrictions you wish to place on the tenant and the use of your property.

Try not to be too tough - if you exclude smokers, pets, students, small children and short term lets, you will narrow the market for your property considerably.

Ask for a rent that is realistic and affordable to your potential tenants. The big difference in profit at the end of the year will be dependent upon how long the property stood empty - reduce the voids!

Examine our 'buyers tips' for guidelines on presenting the property in an attractive manner.

Action to let property in Harrow

Notify the local Letting Agents your property is available and find out the likely rent that could be attracted for your property.

Energy Performance Certificates (EPC)

Energy Performance Certificates, or EPCs, are set to be available to all new tenants from October 1st 2008. Outlining the energy efficiency rating and the environmental impact rating of a property, potential landlords will be able to gain access to both the estimated running costs of a property, the carbon footprint created by the property and also show any recommendations that could be made to improve the energy efficiency of a property.

The rating offered by the EPC will range from A to G, where A is very efficient and G is very inefficient, with the typical rating for a home being either D or E. These simple ratings will allow potential tenants to compare homes of interest to gain an insight into the difference in potential running costs.

EPC Advice for Tenants

Be sure to check the EPC rating before agreeing to rent a property, a house with a poor rating could be liable to greater running costs compared to a similar house with a better rating.
Be aware that landlords are under no obligation to improve the EPC rating of their property.
Look into the possible grants and schemes offered by the Government to help tenants improve the energy efficiency of their home.
Make sure that the EPC assessment has been made by an accredited Domestic Energy Assessor (DEA) - details can be found at www.epcregister.com
Check how long the EPC has been in effect for, EPCs will be valid for up to 10 years.

For more tenant information on Energy Performance Certificates go to http://www.communities.gov.uk/publications/planningandbuilding/epcsrentingtenants and view the Government released booklet that helps to explain EPCs in even greater detail.

EPC Advice for Landlords

Commission your EPC now: an EPC will have a shelf life of 10 years so if you have a high turnover of tenants, don�t wait until the current ones are about to leave - commission your EPC now to save time and hassle further down the line
Use an accredited DEA: ensure you use an accredited Domestic Energy Assessor (DEA) - details can be found at www.epcregister.com
Be prepared: before the DEA arrives make sure you have all the information they will require, ready - date of when the property was built, info on whether the property has been extended or double glazed, whether walls have been insulated etc - a full checklist can be found at www.communities.gov.uk/epbd
Follow the recommendations: take time to review the recommendations in your EPC - if your property has received a relatively poor rating (F or G) then take steps to improve its energy efficiency such as cavity wall insulation
Get help: There are Government schemes available which will allow landlords to work with tenants to improve the EPC rating of their property.
Get advice: if you�re not sure on what changes will provide the greatest energy savings contact the Energy Savings Trust who will be able to give you impartial advice - www.energysavingtrust.org.uk

For more information on Energy Performance Certificates go to http://www.communities.gov.uk/ , and view the Government released booklet that helps to explain EPC�s in even greater detail.

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