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24 Oct 2022 3 min read

Don’T Get Scammed By A Fake Landlord: Top Tips For Thanet Renters

Don’t let fraudsters swindle you out of your hard-earned money. Read on to discover what the ‘fake landlord’ scam is and how to protect yourself.

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14 Oct 2022 2 min read

Attention Thanet Landlords – Don’T Let Condensation Cause Sleepless Nights

This two-minute read looks at some simple steps landlords and tenants can take to reduce the risk of condensation causing mould, damp and disputes.

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25 Sep 2022 2 min read

How To Attract Gen Z Tenants To Your Thanet Property

They’re young, they’re moving out of their parents’ homes, and they could be your next tenants. We’re talking about Generation Z, the workforce of the future and a generation that’s ready to pay rent.

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4 Sep 2022 1 min read

Not Bothered About Tenant Reference Checks? Think Again

Here are some common mistakes landlords make when it comes to referencing.

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30 Aug 2022 2 min read

A Quick Guide For First-Time Renters In Thanet, Kent

Are 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.

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27 Aug 2022 4 min read

Why Aren’T Liz And Rishi Courting Ramsgate’S Generation Rent?

With the Tory leadership ballot nearly finished, both candidates have hardly mentioned the housing issues of Generation Rent, the 20 and 30 somethings in Britain. What will this mean for those in rented accommodation in Ramsgate, Kent and their landlords? Read the article here to find out more

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19 Aug 2022 2 min read

International Dog Day: It’S Party Time For Pooch Lovers In Thanet

It’s International Dog Day next Friday – a chance to celebrate our cute, cuddly, devoted and dribbly four-legged friends.

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8 Aug 2022 2 min read

What’S One Of The Biggest Mistakes A Thanet Landlord Can Make?

A thorough inventory can save a landlord time and money and prevent messy end-of-tenancy disputes. So why do so many landlords rush this essential stage – or skip it altogether? In this quick read, we look at why an inventory is important and what you need to include in it. Picture this Your tenant of the past 12 months is leaving. You go to check them out and find a massive stain on the carpet, the sofa cover has been torn and there are lots of marks on the walls. Uh oh.

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2 Aug 2022 3 min read

Tenant Responsibilities: What You Need To Know If You Rent In Thanet

Moving into a new home can be exciting, but renting a property comes with responsibilities. To avoid disputes – or paying for things that don’t fall within your remit – it’s helpful to know your obligations as a tenant. Read on for a general guide to a tenant’s responsibilities (but please note that for specific detail, refer to your rental agreement).

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16 Jul 2022 2 min read

Why It’S Time Thanet Landlords Conducted A Property MOT

It pays to sit down once a year and review how your buy-to-let is performing and flag up any potential issues looming on the horizon. A two-minute read.

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