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27 Apr 2021 1 min read

Tips To Make Your Moving Experience Less Stressful

A quick one-minute video to help you make your moving experience a little bit less stressful.

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27 Apr 2021 3 min read

Will Broadstairs House Prices Fall In 2022?

Will Broadstairs prices fall next year? In this article, I discuss the three reasons why house prices in Broadstairs may fall in 2022 and the three reasons why they may not.

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26 Apr 2021 2 min read

Thanet Beauty Spots Perfect For A Picnic!

Even with restrictions lifting, the advice is to stay outside as much as possible when out and about. Picnics are the perfect way to enjoy this beautiful sunshine safely – so we’ve put together our favourite places to enjoy a spot of lunch!

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26 Apr 2021 2 min read

WARNING - The Property Survey That Every Thanet Landlord Should Read

In this three-minute read, we look at a study that found some landlords were putting themselves and their investment at risk by cutting corners on checks and maintenance.

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24 Apr 2021 2 min read

Cooke & Co Win British Property Awards Again In Broadstairs

THE BRITISH PROPERTY AWARDS are one of the most inclusive estate agency awards providers as they do not charge to enter. This has enabled their award to be structured in a manner that ensures maximum participation, on average judging over 90% of agents that meet their minimum criteria on a local level.

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23 Apr 2021 2 min read

Helping To Be Eco Friendly In Thanet On Earth Day 23Rd April 2021

In this two-minute read, we show you how to make your Thanet home a healthier place for the planet.

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22 Apr 2021 2 min read

Be Prepared For Unexpected Questions About Your Thanet Home

In this two-minute read, we look at useful information which you might want to share with your agent to satisfy inquisitive buyers.

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21 Apr 2021 2 min read

Six Ways Thanet Landlords Can Keep Tenants Happy

In this two-minute read, we look at how landlords can foster a good rapport with tenants.

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20 Apr 2021 3 min read

Cooke & Co's Helpful Advice When Selling Your Home With Pets

We love pets at Cooke & Co with our team loving their dogs, cats, and even some more exotic pets, but remember when selling your home not everyone loves pets. Here's some helpful advice. It’s raining cats and dogs and other assorted pets.

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15 Apr 2021 6 min read

Are Thanet Homes Being Overvalued By Certain Estate Agents?

With 59.8% of properties on the market in Margate sold (subject to contract), the Thanet property market is on fire. Yet for many Thanet property sellers, the buyers seem to miss them out, meaning they can’t move to their dream home.

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