Plain-English advice on buying, selling, letting and renting on the Kent coast, written by the people who do it every day.
Being a first-time landlord can feel daunting. There’s a lot to do before you can get your property rented out – such as repairs, legal obligations, admin, tenant-finding, contract signing, and so on. But don’t fret. A good letting agent will help explain all the ins and outs of the process. And can do most of the work on your behalf. In this three-minute read, we discuss some of the essential steps you need to take before renting out your property.
Read the article• Inflation (and recessions) can be nerve racking for people and their hard-earned savings and wealth. • Yet there are six reasons which make investing in private rental properties a potentially wise investment in these changeable times. • This article looks at how investing in Thanet property could help you 'hedge' against inflation and protect your savings and wealth against the possible recession.
Read the articleAs a landlord, you might be thinking about how to get more value from your property. While the rental market for single tenancies is booming, have you considered a House in Multiple Occupation (HMO)? These days, HMOs are big business. In simple terms, it’s where a single property is made into multiple dwellings. And currently, the rental market is crying out for more. HMOs are no longer dingy bedsits of the past, they’re more like high-quality studio apartments under one roof. In this three-minute read, we take you through the basics of an HMO, what you need to know about them, and how they can make you more money.
Read the articleWhen searching for a new home, do you scroll past properties that look a little worse for wear? You know the ones, where the carpet hasn’t been changed since the 70s and the floral wallpaper is curling off the walls? Lots of buyers look for newly renovated or new-build homes due to fear of the doer-upper. If that sounds like you, we’re here to tell you that you’re potentially missing out. Older, unloved properties may look scary, but they’re often hiding bags of potential.
Read the articleIf you’ve become a landlord due to unexpected circumstances such as bereavement or a new relationship, here’s some helpful advice. A two-minute read.
Read the articleThis eight-point plan outlines the best way landlords can manage the issue of energy bills. A two-minute read.
Read the article• Ramsgate needs 165 additional private rented properties per year to keep up with current and future demand from Ramsgate tenants. • Yet over the last 5 years, Ramsgate has lost 316 private rented homes. • What are the 5 reasons the supply of private rental properties in Ramsgate are falling? What does this mean for tenants and landlords in Ramsgate?
Read the articleAs trusted local letting agents, we work with a lot of landlords. Finding tenants, managing properties, organising inspections – we take care of each step. However, more and more landlords are choosing to work alone, but is it as easy as they think? Here’s why we think working with an agent is the best way to rent out your property.
Read the articleHere are some questions you should ask yourself before you rent your property to family or friends.
Read the articleDid you know there are 1.304 Terraced Houses in Broadstairs? What is the history behind the humble terraced and why are they so popular with Broadstairs homeowners and Broadstairs buy-to-let investors? Read this article to find out more
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