Plain-English advice on buying, selling, letting and renting on the Kent coast, written by the people who do it every day.
Nationwide figures show flats have risen just 16% since 2016, while semi-detached homes are up 44% over the same period. If you own, buy, or sell a flat, this growing gap matters. Here is what is driving it and what you can do about it.
16 September 2026 · 4 min read Read the articleBuyer demand rose across every region of Great Britain in the first week of September 2026, with London recording the largest gain. If you are thinking of selling, the seasonal conditions are unusually favourable right now, but the window before October half-term is shorter than most people realise.
Read the articleUK house prices slipped again in August 2026, with the average property now sitting at £298,468 according to Lloyds. For buyers, a softening market brings real opportunity, but only if you know how to read the data, ask the right questions, and act with your eyes open.
Read the articleUK private rents averaged £1,388 per month in June 2026, with annual growth easing to 3.3%, well below the double-digit spikes of 2022 to 2023. Whether you rent or let property, understanding what is driving the slowdown and what the Renters' Rights Act now requires of both sides is essential reading.
Read the articleRegulation for private landlords in England has shifted considerably in 2026, with the Renters' Rights Act, updated EPC rules, and Making Tax Digital all landing in the same period. This checklist pulls the main strands together so you can work through your obligations methodically and protect your rental income.
Read the articleBuyer searches hit a 12-month high in August 2026, and Rightmove data points to a sharp rebound in enquiries this September. If you are thinking of selling, the window between now and early November could be the most active market you have seen for some time. Here is what you need to know.
Read the articleBuyer searches are up 7% year-on-year according to Zoopla's August 2026 data, yet stock levels are at a 12-year high and prices in southern England have softened. If you are prepared, the conditions this autumn are more in your favour than they may appear.
Read the articleThe Renters Rights Act 2025 took effect on 1 May 2026, bringing the biggest shake-up to English renting law in decades. If you are a tenant, this plain-English guide explains exactly what has changed, what it means for your tenancy, and what to do if you receive any eviction notice.
Read the articleAsking prices fell sharply this August, stock levels are near an 11-year high, and three-fifths of homes listed since January are still waiting for a buyer. Getting your price right from day one has never mattered more. Here is what the data tells us and what you should do about it.
Read the articleMortgage rates have eased, lending rules have loosened, and more homes are on the market than in over a decade. But deposits still take years to save and prices remain high. Here is a straight look at what first-time buyers are actually facing in 2026.
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