Welcome to our Thanet property blog, full of expert tips and advice on selling your home.
Alexander Russell is a family-run business, a husband and wife team offering a very personal estate agency experience to our select clients. We’ll be your personal estate agent from valuation to moving day, right by your side for every step of your unique property journey. We’re 100% committed to ensuring you have the very best experience when selling your home in Thanet.
Although we’re based in Westgate-on-Sea, we cover Birchington, Westgate, Margate, Broadstairs, Ramsgate and everywhere-in-between. With our beautiful sandy beaches, lovely Victorian Villas and vibrant seaside towns, there’s no better place to live than right here. Whether you’re moving locally or relocating from somewhere else, we can help with all your property needs.
My name is Russell Leask, and I’m here to offer a unique and personal service for selling your home. With almost 20 years of estate agency experience behind me, you can rest assured that you are in safe hands.
Check out our Blog Page for updates and videos covering every aspect of selling your home in Thanet. You’ll find tips on presentation to make your photos look their best; expert advice on speeding up your sale; the latest interior design trends to wow on every viewing, and plenty more besides.
I really hope you enjoy reading our blog. And when the time comes to make a move, I’d love to be part of your journey. Call me on 01843 269188 to talk about your plans.
With second steppers on the rise, it’s feasible you could be attempting a move or the packing/unpacking with small children. Here’s how to keep them safe throughout the process…
Many recommend that you arrange childcare during your home move, but this isn’t always feasible.… → continue reading
How to downsize gets talked about a lot these days, but many don’t discuss how to trade up when buying a new home. There’s plenty of reasons you might be looking for a bigger home – a growing family, a pet, a lack of space, a want for a home office.… → continue reading
With a new season approaching, it’s always good to consider the ‘de-clutter and store’ for your home. Finding new ways to store away your items can leave your home feeling fresh, new, and ready to tackle the remainder of the year.… → continue reading
As the days turn cooler, leisure time is increasingly spent indoors and viewers take more notice of decor. To maximise your enjoyment and stage your home for the season, we share our top tips for Autumn…
1. Colour inspiration from the weather
As the nights draw in, cosy becomes key.… → continue reading
If you’re looking to sell your home or have recently put your property on the market, house viewings (whether in person or virtually) could highlight undesirable features that could deter prospective home buyers from making an offer…
So how can you make your home more sought-after with buyers?… → continue reading
Selling an inherited property can be a daunting prospect at the best of times. First there is the emotional impact of dealing with the loss of a relative or friend. And then there are the legal responsibilities, paperwork and financial matters to consider…
The additional steps required to sell an inherited property can add to what is already a demanding time so it’s important to ensure you’re following the necessary steps.… → continue reading
Why is it that, in summer, we’re always eager to make some changes to our homes? Of course, this need is more profound this season, seeing as we’ve been spending most of our time indoors. And one of the easiest ways to update a space is with a fresh lick of paint.… → continue reading
Buying a home can be a lot more expensive than you may think, and there are usually hidden costs that can end up adding more than 10% to your total property bill. The costs that come with owning and running a house can often surprise former renters, meaning their budgets don’t quite match their financial needs…
If you don’t prepare for these hidden costs, you may find yourself in financial hardship for the first few years as property owners, so make sure you take them all into consideration:
Stamp Duty
Depending on the price of your property, stamp duty can end up adding thousands of pounds to the overall costs involved in buying a house, and this needs to be paid up front.… → continue reading
In a perfect world, the home selling process would be straightforward and quick. You’d list your home for sale, schedule viewings, receive multiple offers, and sell your home fast and above list price. Unfortunately, selling your house isn’t always that simple and your home could end up sitting on the market longer than you anticipated.… → continue reading
Whether you’re buying your first home or upgrading your current one, your dog deserves a home where it feels comfortable, loved, and cared for. And, if you want to do something special for your four-legged friend or are introducing a new dog into your home, there are basic home improvements you can make…
Simple additions like potty patches or larger renovations such as heated flooring can make a big difference towards making your home more dog-centric.… → continue reading
