39.32% of Maidstone households are 3-bedroom homes. Is that enough?
By Lee Churchyard on 27th Feb 202439.32% of Maidstone households are 3-bedroom homes. Is that enough? As an estate and letting agent with a keen eye on local Maidstone property trends, it becomes imperative to delve into the nuanced landscape of property types,...
Your Great-Great Grandfather Would Have Paid £392 for his Maidstone Home in 1871
By Alex KnightYour Great-Great Maidstone Grandfather Would Have Only Paid £392 12s 0d for his Maidstone Home in 1871 Would it surprise you even more when I said the ratio of house prices to wages are still lower today when compared to 1871?...
Some People Love Having Nothing Up Top
By Alex KnightWe love all kinds of property at Knight Edmonds. From a one-bedroom studio flat to a sprawling 7-bedroom country pad with swimming pool. And one of the UK’s favourite types of properties, especially as the population lives...
Homeowners and seekers in Maidstone - Check out these top tips from an architect
By The Knight Edmonds TeamIn this three-minute read, architect Nigel Bidwell shares his tips on what to look for when buying a property AND ways to add value to your current home. Since the easing of lockdown restrictions, the property market has roared...
Stamp Duty Changes – A big Step forward for the Maidstone property market
By Alex KnightThe Chancellor Rishi Sunak announced sweeping changes earlier this week around Stamp Duty which is excellent news for anyone thinking of buying a home in Maidstone. Stamp Duty is a tax applied when you buy a property and the...
What to consider when choosing a home
By Alex KnightWhat to consider when choosing a home When purchasing a property, you will often hear the phrase 'location, location, location'. The area you decide to live in is all-important, but so is the type of property you choose to...
Types of Survey
By Alex KnightBuying a property – what type of survey do you need? When purchasing a property, there a lot things to think about including mortgages, conveyancing and stamp duty. You also need to make sure that the home you are buying has no...
What to consider when buying a leasehold
By Alex KnightWhat do you need to consider when buying a leasehold property? When you purchase a property, you will come across the terms freehold and leasehold. If you purchase a house, it's highly likely you'll be purchasing the freehold. In...