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Choosing a buy-to-let: how to pick the right investment property and market for you

Rental yields have risen to their highest level since 2018, with three consecutive quarters of growth taking the UK average to 6.1%, according to a new survey of landlords by Paragon Bank. It’s great to see national data reflecting the rental market in Kent, where the massive demand from tenants continually makes buy-to-let a lucrative […]

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Conflicting valuations: how do you know which agent has given you the right price?

Imagine putting your home on the market in spring, then missing the two best seasons to get the best price, and finally selling for less money in winter – how disappointing would that feel? Unfortunately, it’s not an unusual tale, and we meet far too many disillusioned sellers who’ve been struggling to sell for months

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Planting for summer: turn your garden or balcony into a magical and valuable haven

Whether you’re planning to sell in the brightest months or dreaming of long days and balmy evenings outdoors at home, May is the perfect moment to start planting for summer. And if a move is on the cards, a blooming garden or balcony is proven to add many thousands to your sale price and help

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Net zero lettings: will they ever happen, and what do they mean for landlords?

Cast your mind back to 2022, and you might remember a loud fanfare over levelling up the UK’s rental homes as part of the Government’s target to reach net zero by 2050. Back then, the rhetoric was that all tenancies created from the end of 2025 would need to meet higher energy-efficiency standards, with any

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Is your home fit for sale? Keep it in shape with our simple weekly workout

Whether your home is already on the market or about to go up for sale, making sure it looks the part for viewings, even at short notice, is the way to get it sold. If you’ve ever visited any showhomes, you’ll have experienced the uncompromising approach to presentation, because housebuilders know they’ll get more money

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Needy tenants: how to empower them more so they call you less

Do you feel you’ve got high-maintenance or needy tenants? Well, you’re not alone! We get so many calls from landlords tearing their hair out over constant requests to fix simple maintenance issues that their tenants are responsible for managing. Fortunately, there’s plenty you can do to help your tenant be more self-sufficient, and this week’s

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Outgrown your home? Getting it right when it’s time to upsize

People outgrow their homes for all sorts of reasons, from pure practicalities to aspirational dreams. Maybe your family’s growing, you’re thinking about schools, or you can simply afford to go upmarket. Whatever lies behind your story, upsizing is an exciting prospect. And, as the next chapter of your life begins to unfold, the eternal dilemma

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Selling to your tenant: everything you need to know to cut the best deal

When opportunity knocks, it’s not always clear whether to say yes or no, particularly when it’s unexpected or means changing your plans. Selling to your tenant could be one of those times, and even if you’re planning to be a landlord for life, it doesn’t mean you’ll never change your management style or the properties

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Changes to selling homes: how do the new trading standards rules affect your move?

You’re not alone if you think the way homes are advertised needs a jolly good shake-up, and that’s exactly what’s happening with the new trading standards rules. From buyers and sellers to estate agents and solicitors, everybody involved in moving home wants a more reliable experience with fewer wasted viewings, faster transactions and minimal fall-throughs.

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There are so many letting agents out there, how can I possibly choose a good one?

A landlord has much to contemplate when renting out their property and the challenge of selecting the right agent can be time-consuming.  In this blog, we aim to provide you with some insights accompanied by practical links, hints, and tips to streamline the process. Whether you are a seasoned landlord or venturing into this realm

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