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9 Oct 2023 3 min read

October 2023 Market Update For Thanet Landlords

This week's lettings article looks at the latest market trends in the private rental sector.

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3 Oct 2023 3 min read

A Thanet Landlord’S Guide To Finding Tradespeople You Can Trust

This week’s lettings article offers landlords tips on finding tradespeople they can trust.

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24 Sep 2023 3 min read

Government Alters Course On EPC Ratings: What It Means For Thanet Landlords

In a significant move last week, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced alterations to the Government's energy efficiency plans for the rental sector, potentially offering relief to beleaguered landlords and tenants alike. FInd out more in our article.

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14 Sep 2023 3 min read

Rent Or Sell? The Thanet Homeowners Dilemma

If you’re fortunate enough to be in a financial position where you can rent out your home instead of selling it, should you take the leap?

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9 Sep 2023 5 min read

Thanets’S Property Market Pulse: Deciphering The Latter Half Of 2023

Unlock the rhythms of Thanets's property market as we journey into Q4 of 2023. Dive into a deep analysis of trends, market dynamics, and predictions, tailored especially for Thanet homeowners and landlords. Whether buying or selling, this is your must-read guide to staying ahead in the property game. Ready to decode the market?

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2 Sep 2023 8 min read

Is Buy-To-Let In Thanet Ethical?

Dive into our comprehensive article exploring the complexities and ethical dimensions of Thanets’s housing market. This piece examines the generational economic imbalances, the rise of private renting, and the controversial role of buy-to-let landlords, providing a nuanced view of the challenges and potential solutions. Are Thanet landlords providing an essential service or exacerbating a housing crisis? Make up your own mind by reading the full article below:

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25 Aug 2023 2 min read

Explore The Heart Of Thanet's Rental Landscape!

Attention landlords, tenants, and homeowners in Thanet! 🏡🔍 Dive into the detailed heat map we've crafted showcasing the Thanet’s average rents, area by area. This valuable tool provides a comprehensive overview of rental trends, helping landlords set competitive rates, tenants find the perfect spot, and homeowners understand their local market

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24 Aug 2023 7 min read

The Emergence Of Accidental Thanet Landlords In A Slowing Housing Market

A Thanet landlord remarked to me the other day that he felt that there were more 'posher' up-market properties coming up for rent in the last six months compared to a couple of years ago. I stated that this was the case, and it wasn't all down to the recent rental growth – it was the growth of the upmarket 'accidental landlord'. Find out more in my latest article.

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21 Aug 2023 3 min read

How Thanet Landlords Can Manage Difficult Tenant Relationships

In this week’s lettings article, we look at ways landlords can handle issues that arise with tenants

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15 Aug 2023 3 min read

Why A DIY Tenancy Agreement Could Be Disastrous For Thanet Landlords

In this week’s lettings article, we look at the dangers of a DIY tenancy agreement and why landlords should always use an agent.

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