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29 Apr 2022 2 min read

Six Ways To Celebrate National Gardening Week In Thanet

Do something positive for you, your community, and the planet’s health by celebrating National Gardening Week. A two-minute read.

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27 Apr 2022 2 min read

The Key To Getting Top Price For Your Thanet Home (Hint: Choose A Great Estate Agent)

This two-minute read explains how to identify a great estate agent – one who’ll land you the best deal for your home.

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26 Apr 2022 2 min read

Don’T Fly Solo When Selling Your Thanet Home – It’S A Team Effort

Selling a home is not a solo project – well, not if you hope to achieve top selling price. A three-minute read.

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24 Apr 2022 2 min read

Five Ideas For People In Thanet With Focus Fatigue

What impact do constant scrolling and swiping have on your ability to focus, reflect, and connect? A two-minute read.

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22 Apr 2022 4 min read

Margate Homeownership Rockets By 1,228 Homes In The Last 5 Years

The Margate housing market over the last five years has behaved oddly. Margate house prices are 23.7% higher than in 2017, even though during those five years, the British economy had the uncertainty of Brexit and the massive fall in GDP during the pandemic. Yet, a less observed trend is that the net number of homeowners in Margate has risen by 1,228 households, a jump of 3.7%. Why has growth in homeownership happened, and what does it mean for Margate's existing homeowners (and landlords)?

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21 Apr 2022 2 min read

What To Do Before Renting Your Thanet Property To Family Or Friends

Here are some questions you should ask yourself before you rent your property to family or friends.

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20 Apr 2022 5 min read

1,304 Broadstairs Terraced Houses Why Are They So Popular?

Did you know there are 1.304 Terraced Houses in Broadstairs? What is the history behind the humble terraced and why are they so popular with Broadstairs homeowners and Broadstairs buy-to-let investors? Read this article to find out more

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18 Apr 2022 2 min read

Six Reasons Thanet Landlords Should Respond Promptly To Tenant Concerns

When a tenant gets in touch, don’t faff about – a prompt response will save you time and money in the long run. A three-minute read.

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17 Apr 2022 2 min read

Why Do We Give Chocolate Eggs At Easter?

Hold on to your waistbands, Easter is here. That festival where no matter your age, clothes size, or BMI, you’re allowed to eat as much chocolate as you want. So, while the kids run around on a sugar high and you polish off yet another egg, here are some facts about the chocolatey goodness no one can resist.

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14 Apr 2022 2 min read

How To Be A Stress-Free First-Time Buyer In Thanet

Taking that first step on the property ladder is simultaneously exciting and terrifying. No matter how old you are, buying your first property will make you feel like a proper grown-up. Before you even find the right property, there’s lots to learn, so in this quick read, we’ve pulled together our top five tips for first-time buyers.

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