The energy bills of every Ramsgate resident will rise in April as the price cap increases to account for the global increase in the cost of gas. Those not on the gas mains will still be hit as the UK uses gas to make 45% of its electricity. So, what can Ramsgate residents do to reduce their energy consumption and ultimately save money?

If you’re experiencing financial difficulties, you may be considering selling your home. This is a very challenging decision and needs to be given some serious thought. In this two-minute read, we look at some areas to think about before you decide whether to sell your property or not.

Devious fraudsters are hacking the emails of buyers and sellers, sometimes with devastating consequences. A two-minute read.

The UK is currently experiencing its highest inflation rate since the early 1990s. This increase in prices has primally come about by the combination of an increase in demand for goods and services from consumers following lockdown last year together with global supply chain disruptions.

1,658 homes in the Thanet area are empty, which represents 1 in 42 homes. 1,129 of those have been empty for more than six months and are worth £318million. Why are those properties standing empty and deteriorating and why could that become an issue for the whole of Thanet?

We explore what the rising rate of older renters means for Thanet landlords. A two-minute read.

As a nation of pet lovers, it’s no surprise that dog ownership increased significantly during the pandemic. Unfortunately, so did the number of dog thefts. There were more than 2,000 reported incidents in 2020 and this number is going up. While dog theft is on the rise, catching those responsible is not. Just 2% of such cases led to suspects being charged in 2020, and concerns have grown so much that the government set up the Pet Theft Taskforce to tackle the issue. On 14 March, the Stolen and Missing Pets Alliance will hold their annual Dog Theft Awareness Day. So, in this quick read, we offer tips to ensure your four-legged best friend is as safe as possible.

In this two-minute read, we go through some important things to consider when selling due to relocating for work.

To mark International Women’s Day next Tuesday, we look at four British women who made history in their respective fields. A three-minute, fantastic females-themed read.

This three-minute read looks at the changing rental market and what it means for landlords.