Plain-English advice on buying, selling, letting and renting on the Kent coast, written by the people who do it every day.
Breaking News: Why Margate First-Time Homebuyers Shouldn't Fear Rising Interest Rates - Find out how you can still save money by buying your first Margate home instead of renting. Click on the link here to read more
Read the articleIn this article I unveil some of the hidden secrets of Ramsgate's Housing Market with insights from the 2021 Census. So, if you live in Ramsgate, Kent whether you a tenant, homeowner or landlord, read the article here to find out some fascinating info on Ramsgate.
Read the articleWe at Cooke & Co Estate and Letting Agents want to make you aware of some important changes that are coming into effect from April 2026. The UK Government is introducing Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax, which will affect how landlords report their income tax to HMRC. The original plan was for Landlords income of £10,000 or more from their properties must file their income and expenditure tax returns quarterly (instead annually) from 2024, however that has been moved to 2026/7.
Read the articleTraditionally, the first four months of the year are usually an estate agents’ busiest time for house sales. However, if the last three years have taught us anything, nothing is 'normal' and 'usual' anymore. The Thanet property market is finding that with the friction of higher mortgage rates and the effects of inflation on household budgets; things are slightly different in 2023 compared to recent years. So, when asked, 'What's happening now in the Thanet property market?’ there is a more complex answer.
Read the articleThe kitchen is the heart of the home, so does it really matter what it looks like? Well, according to interior design trendsetters, it definitely does. So, what’s the latest in kitchen fashions? In this quick read, we explore the latest trends and look at some cheaper ways to update your kitchen.
Read the articleThe Thanet Property Market in the two months of 2023 is showing signs of cautious optimism with the number of properties selling at decent levels. If you are Thanet homeowner or landlord read the article here to find out
Read the articleMargate Homeowners - Do you know how big your Margate home is? What is the square footage of your Margate home? Don’t worry, most of us don't - yet it could be fundamental as Margate home buyers search for new homes.
Read the articleHow often do Thanet people move home? Well, it’s a lot less than the 1980’s! Yet, new research shows there is now a two-speed Thanet property market, with the younger generation moving only after a few years, and the older generation in Thanet staying in their homes for decades. In this article, I discuss the implications behind this and how both Thanet homebuyers and house sellers can adopt and adapt to this.
Read the articleIf 2023 was the year you were going to buy a new home, it’s fair to say that the gloomy news headlines might have you rethinking things a bit. Is it the right time to buy? Should you rent instead? Should you move in with your nearest and dearest and hope they don’t mind? In this quick read, we look at three reasons why buying a property this year is still a good idea and why it’s important to stay positive.
Read the articleOne minute, the housing market is at an all-time high, the next, newspapers are warning it will plunge faster than a block of concrete in a swimming pool. Finance bods and property experts love to talk up a crisis, but what’s the reality for those wanting to sell? In this quick read, we look at reasons why having a good estate agent makes all the difference when selling your property.
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