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7 Jun 2023 2 min read

Why Summer Is The Right Time For Landlords To Tackle Energy Improvements

In this lettings article, we look at why landlords should consider improving their property’s energy efficiency.

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5 Jun 2023 2 min read

How Can Margate Buy-To-Let Offer 8.58% Per Annum Returns?

Are you considering a buy-to-let property in Margate or early retirement? Read this eye-opening open letter I wrote to a Margate landlord wanting to invest £210,000 to aid their early retirement and how the bond compares the returns of Building Society’s bonds to investing in Margate rental properties. Discover how leveraging your investment could boost your returns up to 8.58% per year plus an added bonus! Click the link to find out if the risk is worth the reward in the Grantham property market. Read below for more details.

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2 Jun 2023 3 min read

What Thanet Landlords And Tenants Need To Know About Home Security

In this lettings article, we offer some tips for both landlords and tenants on protecting and securing a rental property in the summer months.

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29 May 2023 2 min read

Guide To Garden Maintenance For Thanet Landlords And Tenants

Garden maintenance can be a thorny issue between tenants and landlords, so here’s a useful guide to help avoid confusion. Now that spring is here, there are lots of tasks to be done in the garden, such as watering, weeding, and mowing. But if the garden is part of a rental property, who is responsible for doing them?

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25 May 2023 2 min read

🔎💦 Understanding Condensation & Mould: Must-Knows For Thanet Landlords! 🏠🚿

How can landlords and tenants combat condensation and mould? Read on to find out.

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18 May 2023 3 min read

Breaking: Renters Reform Bill Unveiled

Essential Information for Landlords and Tenants in Thanet, Kent: A Focus on Margate, Broadstairs, and Ramsgate

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15 May 2023 3 min read

Five Ways To Be A Great Thanet Landlord

As a landlord in 2023, it’s fair to say there are a lot of challenges on the horizon. From changes to rental rules, tax upheaval, mortgage mayhem… it’s all going on.

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9 May 2023 1 min read

The Benefits Of A Letting Agency For Margate, Ramsgate Or Broadstairs Landlords Looking To Expand Their Portfolio

Discover the benefits of partnering with Cooke & Co, a trusted and reliable letting agency that has been managing properties for over 30 years. As proud members of ARLA and with client money protection, our excellent reputation speaks for itself. Engage with us at cookeandco.com and experience the difference in property management.

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8 May 2023 2 min read

BREAKING NEWS: Thanet Landlords And The Renters' Reform Bill

In this article, we discuss the breaking news about the possible contents of the New Renters Reform and its possible implications.

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27 Apr 2023 4 min read

How The Cost-Of-Living Crisis Is Impacting Thanet, Kent Rents.

In this week’s lettings article, we explore some reasons behind rent increases and the costs landlords are facing.

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