What the Autumn Statement 2023 means for the housing market
By Michael Poole on 8th Dec 2023There were no huge surprises for the housing market in the Autumn Statement. The Mortgage Guarantee Scheme extended until end of June 2025. £110 million to be invested in new home developments this year and next to build 40,000...
The Ultimate Teesside Christmas Event Guide
By Rosie Dowd on 1st Dec 2023Winter is now here (snow and all), and Teesside has delivered a jam-packed month of festive fun events. We've created a list of just a few of the wonderful events happening in Teesside this December. Whether you celebrate...
Christmas Events Happening In Guisborough
By Rosie Dowd on 28th Nov 2023Are you searching for festive events to help you get into the Christmas spirit and do you live in Guisborough? A selection of the Christmas-themed events taking place in Guisborough in the lead-up to Christmas has been put...
When is your Local Christmas Light Switch On?
By Rosie Dowd on 20th Nov 2023STOCKTON-ON-TEES Stockton Sparkles. Stockton High Street Thursday 23 November - 5:30 pm ------------------------------------------ INGLEBY BARWICK Ingleby Barwick Big Light Switch On The Myton Pub Car Park, Ingleby Barwick Friday...
Bedroom styling to sell your property
By Michael Poole on 9th Nov 2023Styling your bedrooms is a crucial step when selling your property. Bedrooms are where we unwind, sleep, and prepare for the day ahead. They should be inviting spaces that ignite the imaginations of potential buyers, helping them...
Selling in the New Year
By Michael Poole on 9th Nov 2023Getting your house ready to sell in the new year is a smart move, and here are some tips to help you prepare your home and increase its appeal to potential buyers: 1. Focus on Key Rooms: Start by concentrating on the key areas of...
Property winners – the best value money properties right now are 3 bed houses
By Michael Poole on 9th Nov 2023So, here's the scoop on 3-bedroom homes in the UK. They're a pretty popular choice, with 2 out of 5 homes falling into this category. We recently dug into the numbers and found some interesting stuff about them. Three-Bed...
What are the pros and cons of renting vs buying in the current market?
By Michael Poole on 9th Nov 2023Renting and buying have always come with their own set of advantages and drawbacks. However, the challenges faced by house hunters in today's market mean that the decision to rent or buy a home is pivotal Renting: The Good Stuff:...
Mortgage hack: how to save thousands in interest payments
By Michael Poole on 9th Nov 2023Overpaying by just £5 a month could shave over £2,000 off your mortgage Overpaying on your mortgage can indeed have a substantial impact on your long-term financial health. Here's a breakdown of the potential savings and...
The Fastest Areas To Sell In Teesside
By Michael Poole on 6th Nov 2023The average time to sell a property in Teesside is 17.12 weeks, according to recent statistics from house-buying company Property Solvers (Source: Teesside Live). The data follows a property from the time it is advertised on the...