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14 Dec 2022 5 min read

72% More Margate Homes Are On The Market Today Than A Year Ago

The Margate, Kent property market has changed in the last 12 months, with more Margate properties coming onto the market. This has given greater choice to Margate, Kent home buyers and buy-to-let landlords. Read the article to find out what this means for every Margate homeowners and landlords

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14 Dec 2022 2 min read

Changing Property Trends: What’S In And What’S Out In Thanet

If you’re looking to market your home, read on to find out what’s hot and what’s not in the property world.

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10 Dec 2022 2 min read

Charity Begins At Home In Thanet This Winter

The month of December is filled with fun, festivities and food for most of us, yet for many others it is cold and lonely. And in the current cost of living crisis, it can feel more overwhelming than ever. Charitable donations in the winter months are essential. By making a small contribution, you could make a huge difference to individuals and families facing an otherwise bleak winter. In this quick read, we look at how you can help.

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7 Dec 2022 2 min read

How To Winter-Proof Your Rental Property.

Here are ten ways to prevent a minor mishap or major disaster at your rental property this winter.

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6 Dec 2022 5 min read

Inflation - Every Ramsgate Kent Landlords’ Saviour

Thanet Buy-to-Let Landlords. Would it surprise you that inflation can be very useful when it comes to protecting your hard-earned savings and investment? Read the article to find out how here…

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5 Dec 2022 2 min read

Make Your Thanet Home An Christmas Wonderland

There are just a few weeks until Christmas and even less until the kids break up for their winter holidays, so it’s the perfect time to get creative and decorate your home with some Crimbo-themed crafts.

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3 Dec 2022 2 min read

Why Energy Efficiency Could Affect The Price Of Your Thanet Home

Energy is a hot topic. From price hikes to conserving energy, every day there seems to be a new thing to think about. And now, research has shown that being more energy efficient could even bump up the value of your home.

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2 Dec 2022 2 min read

Five-Step Guide To Making The Most Of Your Thanet Property Portfolio

A property portfolio is a great way to generate income and build yourself a tidy retirement nest egg. But there’s more to it than shaking hands with new tenants and waiting for the rent to roll in. You need robust systems and a professional attitude to protect your investment and ensure you don’t wind up out of pocket or on the wrong side of the law. To find out what it takes to manage several rental properties, read our guide, the Five Rs of Making the Most of Your Property Portfolio.

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1 Dec 2022 8 min read

Falling Thanet House Prices The Winners & Losers

The doom and gloom of the national newspaper headlines regarding the UK property market would make you think Armageddon has arrived, this being the second most interesting topic to the Brits (the first being the weather!).

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26 Nov 2022 2 min read

Ways To Keep Busy In Thanet Without Spending Money

Having fun is important, no matter how old you are. But how can you enjoy yourself without breaking the bank? Now the cold weather has set in, we’re all stuck at home after a blazing hot summer of being out and about. And if you’ve got kids, you’ll know the importance of keeping them busy and tiring them out. In this two-minute read, we look at how you can beat boredom without spending any money.

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