Property Guides for Kent Buyers

Free, independent guides covering every stage of buying, selling, and renting property in Kent. No advertising, no referral fees — just clear information.

12 guides Mortgages, surveys & conveyancing Updated May 2026

Mortgage guides

Mortgages

First-Time Buyer Guide: Your Complete UK Homebuying Walkthrough

Everything first-time buyers need to know — from saving your deposit to getting the keys. Covers every stage of the process.

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Mortgages

Whole-of-Market Mortgage Broker: Why Independent Advice Matters

Understand the difference between a whole-of-market broker and a tied adviser, and why it affects the deals you can access.

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Mortgages

Buy-to-Let Mortgages: A Landlord's Guide to Property Finance

How buy-to-let mortgages work, ICR calculations, deposit requirements, tax implications, and portfolio landlord rules.

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Mortgages

Stamp Duty Guide: Current Rates, Thresholds, and How to Calculate Your Bill

Current SDLT rates for first-time buyers, home movers, and landlords, with worked examples for common scenarios.

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Mortgages · Ashford

Mortgage Broker Ashford: How to Find the Right Adviser Locally

Why use a local Ashford mortgage broker, what to check before instructing, and how fees and FCA regulation work.

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Survey guides

Surveys

RICS Level 2 vs Level 3 Survey: Which Do You Need?

A clear comparison of the HomeBuyer Report and Full Building Survey — what each covers, costs, and when to choose which.

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Surveys

HomeBuyer Report: What It Is and When You Need One

Everything you need to know about the RICS Level 2 HomeBuyer Report — what it includes, its limitations, and how to act on findings.

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Surveys · Landlords

EPC Requirements: Energy Performance Certificate Rules for Buyers and Landlords

When EPCs are required, what the ratings mean, upcoming minimum standards for landlords, and how to improve a poor rating.

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Conveyancing guides

Conveyancing

Conveyancing Checklist for Buyers: Step-by-Step Guide

A complete checklist from offer acceptance to completion — every step your solicitor handles and every action you need to take.

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Conveyancing

Conveyancing Timeline: Stages and Typical Timeframes Explained

What happens at each stage of conveyancing, typical durations, and what causes delays so you can plan your move effectively.

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Conveyancing · Leasehold

Leasehold Pitfalls: Key Issues Every Buyer Must Know

Short leases, doubling ground rent, service charge surprises, onerous covenants, and why leasehold houses are high risk.

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Estate agent guides

Estate Agents

How to Choose an Estate Agent: A Buyer's and Seller's Guide

Valuation accuracy, fees, contract terms, marketing quality, regulation, and questions to ask before you instruct an agent.

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