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24 May 2021 2 min read

What Expenses Can I Put Against My Tax Return As A Thanet Landlord?

This three-minute read guides Thanet landlords to declaring their rental income in the best way possible.

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23 May 2021 2 min read

Cooke And Co Estate And Letting Agents 8 Point Insurance Checklist For Landlords

We have been managing properties for 30 years and are ARLA , Safe Agent , OEA and NALS members making sure that your letting is handled in a professional manner. Below Here is a two minute read giving some advice for landlords on getting the best value for money and making sure their rented property is fully covered

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23 May 2021 5 min read

20.8% Of Thanet Landlords Could Be Fined £5,000 Each With New Energy Regs

Possible new mortgage rules for Thanet homeowners would make it harder to sell their draughty old properties Read this article if you are a Thanet homeowner or a Thanet buy-to-let landlord so you can prepare and not lose money

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23 May 2021 2 min read

Seven Ways Thanet Residents Can Avoid Cowboy Builders

In this three-minute read, we look at how Thanet homeowners can protect themselves from unscrupulous builders.

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22 May 2021 2 min read

How To Calculate The Rental Return On Your Buy-To-Let In Thanet

A two-minute read to help you quickly determine the return on a buy-to-let property in

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20 May 2021 2 min read

Helping Your Elderly Relatives With Property Moves In Thanet, Kent.

A three-minute read. For an elderly relative, moving on to the next chapter of their lives can be an emotional experience. The need to move home might stem from financial needs, bereavement, health reasons, or the wish to be nearer loved ones. But whatever the catalyst, time, diplomacy, and tact are the order of the day.

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18 May 2021 5 min read

Will The Ramsgate Property Market Continue To Boom?

Will the Ramsgate Property Market continue to boom? All the signs are that the Ramsgate housing market is sat on good foundations, yet one key hazard could still scupper the market Read this article if you are a Ramsgate buy-to-let landlord or a Grantham homeowner so you can prepare and not lose out

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15 May 2021 2 min read

The Truth About Low-Fee Agents In Thanet Kent

In this two-minute read, we look at why low agent fees don’t equal top selling price.

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7 May 2021 2 min read

5 Of The Most Popular Questions Viewers Ask.

We are keen to share 5 of the top things that viewers ask us or the vendors when looking at a potential new home.

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1 May 2021 2 min read

How To Avoid Common Risks As An Thanet, Kent Landlord

A three-minute read. Having a rental property can be a great way to earn some extra income. Like anything, there are a variety of things that can go wrong. We break down five of the most common ones.

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