Plain-English advice on buying, selling, letting and renting on the Kent coast, written by the people who do it every day.
Research shows that moving house and getting divorced are two of the most stressful things you can do. So, if you’re selling up in the wake of a painful split, you really are in the thick of it. Read on for some helpful advice on navigating the process.
Read the articleWhether your rental property is a blank space you just sleep in, or it’s a new family property, it’s important to make it feel like home. So, how can you fall in love with your rental without breaching tenancy rules? You could be a long-term renter or maybe a flat-sharer, but one thing is for sure, making the space your own will immediately change the way it looks and feels. In this quick read, we look at ways to love your rental without falling foul of any tenancy agreement rules and stipulations.
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 you’re a hopeless romantic, look away now. In this three-minute read, we look at why Valentine’s Day isn’t romantic at all and how you should spend it instead. Love is in the air… and every shop window, every restaurant, down every supermarket aisle and even in petrol stations (for those partial to a wilting bunch of flowers). Yes, it’s Valentine’s Day. The ultimate ‘holiday’ designed to make you miserable.
Read the articleHow do portfolio landlords deal with the multitude of tasks and mountains of red tape that come with managing several properties? Read on to find out.
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 articleIs Buy-to-Let still a safe bet when it comes to investing in THanet property? With legislation and taxation on the rise for Buy-to-Let, things have got a lot harder for Thanet landlords over the last 5 years. Or could this be the next golden age for the THanet property market? If you are a Thanet landlord, read this article to find out what is happening.
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.
Read the articleHelping your child understand basic maths concepts doesn’t have to be a chore or a bore. Follow these four tips to discover how it can be child’s play. Maths is like Marmite: some people love it, while others loathe it. But there’s no escaping the fact that it’s a crucial life skill. That’s why schools across the country will celebrate Number Day this week (3 February) by hosting maths games and competitions*.
Read the articleThe end of a tenancy agreement can be stressful for landlords. You need to make sure the property isn’t vacant for long and there may be a need for repairs and maintenance. Then there’s the deposit release process and decisions about whether you need to make any deductions. In this three-minute read, we look at the dos and don’ts of deposit deductions.
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