Plain-English advice on buying, selling, letting and renting on the Kent coast, written by the people who do it every day.
Buying a home comes with a lot of dreams, needs and wants, but there’s another consideration, too – budget. Whether you’re taking your first step on the property ladder or moving on to bigger and better things, how can you make every pound count?
Read the articleHot off the press our latest article in relation to today's 2022 budget and how it will affect you if you are a buyer, seller, landlord, or investor.
Read the articleHomebuyers are heavily influenced by what they see, smell and hear, so here’s a guide to ensuring your property appeals to their senses.
Read the articleThe Chancellor has announced this morning a cut to the Stamp Duty tax in England and Northern Ireland.
Read the articleBroadstairs OAP retirees have to make tough choices with the onset of the cost-of-living crisis. Growing inflation, unpredictable financial markets and the high cost of living mean many former retired Broadstairs people are returning to work in what has been dubbed the ‘great unretirement’. Some are even bringing forward their downsizing house move. Looking at the changing job market, July saw the most significant month-on-month rise in OAPs working since records began in the 1990s when 1 in 23 of all the UK’s OAPs went back into employment.
Read the articleAre you a renting newbie? Are you flying your family’s comfy nest? Well, this one’s for you. Renting your first place isn’t as simple as moving in and unpacking – there’s a lot you need to know. In this quick read, we help you prepare to sign on the dotted line and start your first tenancy.
Read the articleIf you’re looking for a new home, time is of the essence. The market is competitive, it seems like prices are always going up, and there’s a lot to get organised. But don’t fret – we’re here to help. While buying a property is never stress-free, avoiding some common mistakes can make the process a little easier. In this quick read, we look at ways that buyers can avoid losing the race towards purchasing their dream property.
Read the articleMany buyers say that hunting for a new home is like looking for a healthy, low-calorie meal in a greasy spoon café… not easy. As well as wanting the right property in the right location, they usually have a long checklist to satisfy before even viewing a property. If you’re selling, it’s useful to know what buyers are looking for so that you can get the marketing spot on. This quick read looks at what buyers want most from a home in 2022.
Read the articleHave you heard of ‘unlocking the value of your home’? Do you know what it’s all about? If you’re over 55, chances are you’ve seen or heard this phrase several times from targeted advertising. While ‘unlocking value’ might sound like an elaborate spiritual journey or magic trick, instead, it’s quite dull and refers to equity release. So, what is equity release? Is it a good idea? How does it work? In this quick read, we go through the essentials.
Read the articleIf you’re new to mortgages, you’ll be forgiven for feeling a little bit overwhelmed. There’s a lot to sort out before applying for one and there are so many different types – it’s hard to know what to go for. Whether you choose a high street lender or a more specialist one, it’s always worth talking to a mortgage broker to understand what you can afford to borrow and how much you’ll be repaying monthly. When looking for a mortgage, you’ll need to provide certain information to the lender such as payslips or proof of income, photo ID and proof of address. You may also need to show them account details of where the mortgage payments will be made from, details of any other mortgages or debt and proof of funds. In this quick read, we demystify mortgages and explain some of the jargon you might come across.
Read the articleEssential cookies make the site work. With your say-so we also use a few to measure how it is used and to show you Cooke & Co on Facebook. Cookie & privacy policy
Essential cookies keep you signed in, remember your search and stop forms being abused. The rest is up to you.