10 most in-demand features for buyers and renters
By Michael Poole on 13th Oct 2023If you’ve been thinking of moving, chances are you’ve already thought about all of the things you’d want your home to have, to make sure it works for you. Whether you’re ready to roll up your sleeves for a doer-upper...
Buyers return to the market
By Michael Poole on 12th Oct 2023The housing market in the UK is experiencing a resurgence in buyer confidence, thanks to a pause in bank rate increases and a drop in inflation. Here are the key points from the provided information: 1. Boost in Buyer Confidence:...
What is on this Halloween in Teesside 2023?🎃✨
By Michael Poole on 28th Sep 2023October is quickly approaching, which means Halloween is quickly approaching; do you want to make the most of the occasion? From cruise discos to pumpkin picking, we've compiled a list of all the fantastic Halloween-themed events...
Plans Axed To Introduce Energy Efficiency Targets
By Michael Poole on 21st Sep 2023Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has axed the plans to introduce energy efficiency targets for landlords in England and Wales, to be met by April 2025. Landlords in England and Wales were expected to meet energy efficiency goals set by...
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...
Renting is cheaper than buying a home for the first time in 13 years
By Michael Poole on 8th Sep 2023Higher mortgage rates mean that renting has become cheaper than buying a home for the first time since 2010. Key takeaways The typical monthly rent is now 9.5% or £122 cheaper than the mortgage repayments for the same rental...
Five ways to upgrade your garden and boost the value of your property
By Michael Poole on 7th Sep 2023Thinking of selling up in 2023? If you’re serious about adding more value to your home, don’t overlook the outside space. Keeping your garden clean, attractive, and full of greenery could help increase both the value of your...
Buying or remortgaging? Here’s how to get the cheapest mortgage deal
By Michael Poole on 7th Sep 2023Fixed rates may be falling slightly, but mortgage prices remain high for anyone buying a property or remortgaging. Here’s what you need to do if you want to ensure you get the best deal possible when you take out your new...
UK Housing Market activity still high among “serious buyers and sellers”
By Michael Poole on 7th Sep 2023A drop in valuations and viewings indicates a shift in market appetite, but housing market activity remains on a par with 2022 levels. An average of 64 new prospective buyers registered per estate agency branch in July 2023,...
Demand for garden offices remains strong following pandemic
By Michael Poole on 10th Aug 2023While searches for ‘garden offices’ in the UK peaked during the height of the pandemic, new data released by L&G has revealed that demand for hybrid working has largely remained, with the number of homes on the market that...