Property tax and stamp duty changes announced in Spring Budget
By Michael Poole on 8th Mar 2024Here’s a brief overview of what today’s Spring Budget means for homeowners, renters, landlords, and first-time buyers. Capital Gains Tax Rate Reduction: Starting April 6, the higher CGT rate on residential property sales will...
What’s happening in the UK's rental market right now?
By Rosie Dowd on 19th Feb 2024In recent years, the rental market has experienced unprecedented activity. There are far more people wishing to move than there are rental properties available, as evidenced by the numerous headlines regarding the high demand for...
Yarm - The the "rising star town." which we already know and love.
By Michael Poole on 20th Sep 2023Let us express to you our love for our North Yorkshire town of Yarm, considered the "rising star." Recently in an Express article, it was revealed that Yarm may have the prettiest high street and is considered a 'rising star...
Some of our apartment/flat top picks currently on the market! (July 2023)
By Michael Poole on 31st Jul 2023Flats are once again in demand as home sales begin to rise. During the pandemic, many people sought to relocate to the coast and rural areas in order to gain access to more green space or to be closer to the seaside. In recent...
Top property investment opportunities that we currently have listed with us (June 2023):
By Michael Poole on 20th Jun 2023What qualities make a property a good investment? A good investment property is one that has a high rental yield, can be purchased for the right price, and doesn't need extensive renovations to bring it up to a high standard of...
Key Safety responsibilities for landlords for 2023
By Michael Poole on 20th Jan 2023Being a landlord comes with many responsibilities to have a property that is fit for human habitation; safe and clean. The most important are fire safety, Gas safety, and electrical safety. There are many things to ensure have...
5 Properties Currently Listed That Are Great For Investment
By Michael Poole on 24th Jun 2022Properties can represent a short- or long-term investment opportunity. In the UK, letting is a very popular way of making money from property. Whether you are a first-time landlord with a single property, or a seasoned...
Middlesbrough Ranks 3rd On the Influential List of Areas to Invest
By Michael Poole on 22nd Jun 2022It was recently announced in the Financial Times' European Cities and Regions of the Future report, that ranked Middlesbrough 3rd in investment hotspots. This report was created to focus on small cities in Europe that have the...
Fairer Private Rented Sector White Paper
By Michael Poole on 17th Jun 2022The government has announced a new blueprint for the renter's reform that hopes to end the injustice of unfit homes and aims to protect renters from the increasing cost of living. While ensuring that there are improvements to the...
Home Staging: Why And How?
By Michael Poole on 14th Jun 2022Home staging is the process of dressing your home (with furnishings etc.) to show the property off in its best light. Home staging is known for improving the amount of interest on a property as it allows the potential buyer or...
What to do if you are looking to sell your rented property?
By Michael Poole on 10th May 2022Sometimes you just know it is time to sell your rented property. This could be due to the work of being a landlord has now become too much work and you're overextended. It could be due to problem tenants or the idea of being a...
Marton Area Guide.
By Michael Poole on 14th Feb 2022Marton is a popular and upcoming area with many things to offer! in our guide, we will show you why this area is becoming so popular and why it could be the next place for you. Price Range Marton has a range of properties from...
New Legislation and Laws Which Could Affect Landlords in 2022
By Michael Poole on 21st Jan 2022New legislation and Laws which could affect landlords in 2022 As we enter the new year here at Michael Poole, we want to inform you of upcoming changes that affect landlords in 2022, Here are just a few incoming changes to take...
Predications Of The Housing Market 2022
By Michael Poole on 29th Dec 2021In 2021 we saw the housing market spurge with more people selling, buying, and looking to rent. But how will the market look in 2021 and what should you expect to see? To Buy The demand for properties is not expected to disappear...
The Main Responsibilities for Landlords.
By Michael Poole on 29th Nov 2021Looking to rent out your property? When looking to rent out your property it is important to understand the main responsibilities and roles that come with being a landlord. Furthermore, the legal rights both landlords and tenants...
5 Top Tips For New Landlords
By Michael Poole on 24th Jun 2021Take a look at these 5 tips to to make sure you understand your legal obligations so you can be sure that you don't fall foul of landlord legislation. Safety should always come first. Smoke alarms are required on all floors of...
Your key to the perfect buy-to-let
By Michael Poole on 9th Feb 2021Are you thinking of becoming a landlord or just want a practical checklist when viewing potential properties? Here are our thirteen buy-to-let top tips… With investment properties on the rise and an ever-growing demand for...