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Detached Homes Drive Market in Sevenoaks as Average Prices Soar Past £1M

The property market in Sevenoaks is experiencing a striking shift, with detached homes taking centre stage. Known for its commuter links and outstanding schools, Sevenoaks has always had a strong appeal. But in 2025, it’s the larger, more spacious homes that are pushing local values through the roof Click Here .

According to recent data, the average price for a detached property in Sevenoaks has now soared past the £1 million mark. This trend is being driven by a combination of low stock, affluent buyers, and changing lifestyle preferences. As more families seek long-term homes...

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New homes vs old homes – Which property should you buy?

Buying your first home or even buying a new home is a huge undertaking and it can sometimes be difficult to even know where to start. Location is often the key factor and then the space itself, and the number of bedrooms you need to follow.

However, there is also the decision about whether you want to invest in a brand new build or an older house. Both have their pros and cons, and you may already have your preference in your mind, but that being said, it is important that you consider both types of homes before deciding.

Here are the main advantages and disadvantages of...

Four Ways to Improve your Home – and its Value

When you are planning to sell your home at some point, any work you do on it needs to be through the lens of what will help increase the value. While you want to choose improvements that benefit you and your family, you also want to consider the most profitable home improvements that will offer the best return on your investment. But what are some of the most common ones?

Add space to the home

One of the top ways to improve your home and add value to it is with some kind of space increasing improvement. By repurposing or adding to the space that your home provides, you can...

Looking to add value to your home? Here’s how

Whether you’re planning on putting your home on the market very soon, or you just want to be sure that any home improvements you make now will be beneficial in the long run, there are plenty of ways you can increase the value figure on your property. These valuable home improvements also mean you can enjoy your efficient space even more, knowing you’ve made relevant updates that are beneficial for you and any future buyers.

This article covers:

  • Heat efficiency
  • Structural updates
  • Aesthetic improvements

The following suggestions will...

Safety Considerations for your Exeter Home Renovation

Authored by Claire Small
Posted: Wed, 10/23/2019 - 10:49pm

Whether a small update or complete makeover, undertaking home renovations can be an incredibly exciting time for anyone. Yet with so much to consider it can also be a confusing and potentially stressful time.

During this busy and chaotic period, safety considerations can often be left until the last minute, or occasionally forgotten altogether. This, of course, can lead to major issues further down the line ranging from inconvenient delays in project completion to very serious legal issues.

To help you make sure you consider all aspects of all your home renovation project...

Why Choose a Catnapper Recliner for Your Home

Choosing furniture for your home is never an easy task. With the variety of options available, it can get confusing, especially when there are many excellent products available. Sometimes when you find the design you like, you end up getting disappointed because it is not comfortable enough. But what if you can get both comfort and style in one package?

Indeed, when you buy furniture, you want something that you can lounge on at the end of a long day. But a frumpy couch or chair won’t do if you value your home’s aesthetic as well. You can find the perfect combination of exceptional...

How to create more space in your Exeter property without knocking down walls

British homes typically have limited dimensions in which to work with. Unless you have a listed property or farmhouse, you will need to make do with what you have. Thankfully there are plenty of options to open up your home visually and physically – without even knocking down the walls.

Creating more space in your home is all about cutting back, being smarter with your design, and using a few design tricks to increase the visual space of your home without increasing its dimensions.

De-Clutter Immediately

First things first, you need to de-clutter and be extreme...

How to create a unique interior design: A guide

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Wed, 10/16/2019 - 9:51am

No homeowner wants to look like a copycat. It’s for this reason why you must avoid following interior design trends or attempting to replicate your loved ones’ homes.

To impress every single visitor that you welcome inside your home, you must aim to put a distinctive stamp on your property. If you are unsure how to turn your house into a stunning home, read the below guide to creating a unique interior design.

Add Intrigue into a Room

Create intrigue by incorporating objects that will instantly grab a visitor’s eye. For example, hang oversized artwork onto one wall...

What to know before investing in real estate

Cash on cash return is one of the things which you will need to understand before you decide whether to invest in a certain property or not. It is a property valuation formula which you will use to calculate the cash invested versus the cash earned. This will include the money which you borrow in order to finance the purchase of the property. Apart from that, there are other things you need to know. Although there are several people who have made quick riches from real estate, you need to do your research first.

Evaluating Whether To Buy The Properties Or Not

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Buying a Listed Building: A Guide

The UK has a rich architectural history with a huge number of beautiful buildings and homes from a range of historical periods. When buildings are deemed to be of particular architectural and historical interest they are given what is known as a ‘listed’ status which is intended to prevent them from being damaged or altered in ways which impact their value. This means that purchasing a listed building, either for commercial purposes or for use as a domestic dwelling, can be complex. It’s crucial that you understand the restrictions which you are likely to be faced with when trying to make...

Kitchen retailer Kutchenhaus opens new store in Exeter

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 10/13/2019 - 11:03pm

Kitchen retailer Kutchenhaus has opened its first-ever new store in Exeter this October, marking its 30th showroom to open in the UK.

The store, at Alphinbrook Court in Marsh Barton, is now open and is having a “Welcome to our Showroom” event on the 19th October at 10 a.m., where the design team will be showing off the the new displays and serving coffee and biscuits.

Boasting 2,000-square-foot of retail space, the Exeter showroom will employ three staff across customer services and kitchen design. The staff boast many years of experience in German kitchen design....

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