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MILES & BARR REFRESH BRAND WITH 100% RECYCLED BOARDS

KENT, 23 MAY 2022 – Miles & Barr, East Kent’s leading independent property group, continues to lead the way in creativity and flare for design with the rebrand of its Sales and Lettings boards. The new boards, launched this week, are more than just an eye-catching design, they highlight Miles & Barr’s focus on lowering the company’s carbon footprint by taking conscious steps in its sustainable journey.
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MILES & BARR MOVES ITS HERNE BAY OFFICE ACROSS THE ROAD

On 9th May 2022, Miles & Barr, East Kent’s leading independent property group, relocated its Herne Bay branch to a more prominent and spacious high street position. 2022 marks Miles & Barr’s 20th year of operation in the coastal town with the move across the road occurring to accommodate an expanding Lettings and Sales team and Exclusive Homes market.
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TOP 10 TIPS TO GET YOUR HOME MARKET READY FOR SPRING!
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2021 MARKET UPDATES

2021 was a year all about riding the stamp duty wave. The stamp duty holiday caused three notable spikes in completions. In the final quarter of the year, the property market returned to somewhat ‘normality’ with the cost of stamp duty returning to pre-pandemic levels.
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MILES & BARR BECOMES ONE OF HERNE BAY’S BIGGEST EMPLOYERS

Kent, UK – On 1st January 2022, East Kent’s leading independent property group, Miles & Barr, officially relocated its Head Office operations to a newly refurbished 8,500sq ft office at The Links, Herne Business Park.
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Miles and Barr named Employer of the Year

On Friday 26th November 2021, Miles & Barr received the coveted national ‘Employer of the Year’ award at The Negotiator Awards, the leading awards programme for estate and letting agents in the UK and their suppliers.

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Moving house checklist: Your guide to an easier move

Congratulations on buying a property! With the right attention and planning, moving house will be a smoother process, and you’ll be better prepared for any surprises that can sometimes arise.

Here’s everything you need to do to make moving day easy.
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A Comprehensive Guide to Investing in Commercial Property

Commercial property investment presents an excellent opportunity to diversify your investment portfolio. It offers a reliable source of income, demands less day-to-day management compared to residential properties, and can be readily found with the assistance of a skilled estate agent. If you're contemplating an investment in commercial property, this guide will provide you with the essential information you need.
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Sleep out for Porchlight

We are proud to announce our partnership with Porchlight, Kent’s largest charity for homeless and vulnerable people. Over the coming months, we will raise money for Porchlight by taking part in a number of fundraising activities and the first one on our calendar is Sleep out for Porchlight.
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How has East Kent’s Property Market Performed between January to June 2021?
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Kent Block Management Services

Miles and Barr Estate and Block Management Ltd trading as Rogers & Hambidge Estate and Block Management Ltd offers a range of residential block and estate management services on behalf of Resident Flat Management Companies, investors and freeholders.  One of a handful of block management companies in Kent, we provide small to large block management expertise across the Southeast of England. 

 

Understanding there are key differences between estate and block management, we have the specialism to oversee estate management services. We are not only block management but also property specialists with a wealth of experience gained since 1999.

 

Learn more about our block management services today.

 

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TWO ACQUISITIONS EXPAND MILES & BARR GROUP’S LETTINGS & PROPERTY MANAGEMENT DIVISION

East Kent’s leading estate agency, Miles & Barr Group acquired two established lettings and property management companies – Roger & Hambidge and Brettsletts. The acquisitions mean the independently owned Miles & Barr Group has entered for the first time both the mid-Kent property management and block management markets.
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i-PACKS helping to remove weeks from the buying timeline & reducing sales falling through

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