Matthew Ryde

What's in a name? Everyone asks why we're called Graham John, here's why! youtu.be/JF-WHoVoi9s

February’s Make Life Special Challenge is here! Cook the Six Nations: each match, create a dish inspired by your opponents’ cuisine. Who wins in your kitchen? #MakeLifeSpecial #SixNations2026 #MakeLifeSpecial #SixNations #MatchDayFood #CookingChallenge grahamjohn.com/journal/make-l…

Yesterday didn’t go to plan — the rain stopped play and the start of this video shows it. What makes a listing? There’s an art to understanding a home’s story and expressing it clearly to the people who will value it most. youtube.com/shorts/tfomutw… #MakeLifeSpecial

One room, one ritual. What’s the quiet ritual in your favourite room today? #MakeLifeSpecial #OneRoomThreeStories #MattsMoments #QuietLiving

House Viewing Questions That Matter | The Essence of Home youtube.com/shorts/A0EemKN… HouseViewingTips #EssenceOfHome #MakeLifeSpecial

This week’s EOH episode is all about the hidden costs of buying—and how to plan for them. youtu.be/TS1dC87ncEE #MakeLifeSpecial #GrahamJohn #EssenceOfHome #HomeBuyingJourney

Location matters more than you think. In this episode of #TheEssenceOfHome, Matt shares what buyers often overlook—and why those details matter. Watch until the end for a subtle surprise. 🐾 🎥 Watch now → youtube.com/shorts/S0RkrMz… #MakeLifeSpecial #HomeBuyingTips #PropertyAdvice

Start here. This series will help you refine your home search and make it successful. Because we can always make more money—but we can’t make more time. ▶ Watch now → youtube.com/shorts/9nK_N1W… #TheEssenceOfHome #MakeLifeSpecial #HomeBuyingTips #PropertyAdvice

“Up‑and‑coming” isn’t a vibe. It’s evidence: transport delivered, jobs arriving, schools improving. Not all change lifts value—some erodes it. Choose proof over hype. #MakeLifeSpecial #TheEssenceOfHome #PropertyAdvice youtube.com/shorts/pVzs6Q2…

Buying a home? Be honest about your budget. It’s not just about what you can spend—it’s about what you’re willing to compromise on. Watch now: youtu.be/N9tFsSaYLfM #MakeLifeSpecial #TheEssenceOfHome #HomeBuyingTips #PropertyAdvice #BudgetPlanning #MortgageTips

TIs “forever home” holding you back? Chasing perfection might mean missing the perfect present. Watch now 🎬 youtu.be/lCYwx73sRxY #MakeLifeSpecial #GrahamJohn #HomeBuyingTips #RealEstateAdvice #MovingHome #UKPropertyMarket #PropertyWisdom #ForeverHome

Before October slips away, here’s a moment to breathe. Stillness. Light fading. A story in the tide. Begin here → grahamjohn.com/journal/octobe… #MakeLifeSpecial

Not every great home photographs well. Read the floor plan. Let the copy fill the gaps. Then call the agent. Look beyond the photos to find the place that makes life special. #MakeLifeSpecial #HomeBuyingTips #Realestate youtube.com/shorts/mWZkyU_…

There’s a certain magic when the day leans into dusk. A bridge, a glow, a quiet pause. Follow the thread → grahamjohn.com/journal/octobe… #MakeLifeSpecial

There’s a softer light to October. A quieter rhythm. We’ve prepared something small to help you savour it. Follow the glow grahamjohn.com/journal/octobe… #MakeLifeSpecial

A bedroom that whispers calm. This Ashford home is more than bricks and mortar — it’s a place to exhale. Now live on our website and coming to Rightmove and OnTheMarket. #MakeLifeSpecial grahamjohn.com/property/ashfo…

The kind of living room that makes you want to stay in. Books, warmth, and a sense of belonging — this Ashford home is now live on our website and soon on Rightmove and OnTheMarket. Explore the full story: grahamjohn.com/property/ashfo… #MakeLifeSpecial

Homes like this carry stories in every corner. A hallway filled with character, a life waiting to be lived. Pluckley is quietly unforgettable. #MakeLifeSpecial #PluckleyHome #GrahamJohnEstateAgents grahamjohn.com/property/pluck…

“It’s not perfect. But it could be something truly special. Watch the teaser and see why this rural escape might just be the beginning of something beautiful.” grahamjohn.com/property/high-… #MakeLifeSpecial #HighHalden #KentHomes #RuralRetreat #GrahamJohn

A bath beneath the skylight, surrounded by greenery. This is the kind of home that invites you to breathe, pause, and feel. Pluckley is more than a place — it’s a retreat. #MakeLifeSpecial #PluckleyHome #GrahamJohnEstateAgents grahamjohn.com/property/pluck…

👀 Sneak peek: A home with one of the best views in Wye? Before it hits the portals, take a look at this special opportunity between Ashford and Canterbury. 🎥 Watch the teaser #Wye #KentProperty #ComingSoon #MakeLifeSpecial #Ashford #Canterbury #PropertyTeaser #RealEstate