Long summer days aren’t only for sizzling barbecues, seaside escapes and watching Wimbledon; they’re also when homes look their best.
Everything is in your favour at this time of year: flowers in bloom, warmer weather and sunny blue skies put everyone in a good mood, and there’s still nowhere near enough property for sale in Birchington, Westgate, Margate, Broadstairs and Ramsgate to satisfy demand.… → continue reading
With prices still rising and very few homes on the market, it seems incredible that 1 in 20 asking prices were slashed in May. The figures from Zoopla show an average drop of 9% (or £22,500); the biggest discount margin for 18 months.… → continue reading
If you’ve decided you want to move, you could be thinking the same as thousands of other homeowners: there’s nothing on the market, so you’ll wait to put your home up for sale until you find your next one.
It’s an entirely understandable view, but, from talking to many sellers, it’s clear that they aren’t necessarily aware of all the risks and potential costs of trying to find a property without being under offer first.… → continue reading
“As soon as I saw the photo, I knew it was the one!”
Such is the power of photography, and as a potential buyer’s first introduction to your home, it can make or break a sale.
Given how influential photos are, it’s surprising how many property listings have wonky, blurred or dark images – worse than many selfies!… → continue reading
If you thought you’d missed the boat for a family move this year, the good news is you’ve still got time. With the speed of the current market, you can sell your home and be in your new one by the end of the school holidays.… → continue reading
With the end of April comes the end of frosts, so now’s the perfect time to lay the groundwork of a beautiful spring and summer garden.
Being in a natural green space is always delightful and hugely positive for our well-being, while gardening itself has proved a healthy and joyous activity.… → continue reading
As the spring 2022 property market begins, Nationwide Building Society has reported a 14% year-on-year price increase for March, up again from the 12% already reported in February.
Spring is famously the busiest season for buying and selling, and not just because our thoughts turn to spending more time outside in summer.… → continue reading
Have you ever known the costs of utility bills to be such a massive conversation?
As well as being a hot topic at home and at work, the news is full of stories about soaring energy prices, future supply questions and the environmental impact of gas, coal and oil.… → continue reading
Of all the different things buyers ask for when looking for a home (from the style, to the location, to the price), two things transcend everything: light and space.
Both are precious commodities, and not just when it comes to property in Birchington, Westgate, Margate, Broadstairs and Ramsgate.… → continue reading
Nobody knows your home better than you, but does that make you the best person to show buyers around?
There’s a whole lot more that goes into viewings than simply taking people from room to room – what happens before and afterwards can have a dramatic effect on the offers you get and how quickly you sell.… → continue reading
