The Michael Poole Blog

The Bank of England (BoE) has announced an increase of 0.25% to its Base Rate this month. This is the 14th consecutive rise, and has pushed interest rates to 5.25%, which is the highest they’ve been for 15 years. The Bank keeps...

Interest Rates Increased Again By 0.25% - Leaving the Base Rate At 5.25%. The Bank of England (BoE) has announced an increase of 0.25% to its Base Rate this month. This is the 14th consecutive rise and has pushed interest rates to...

Flats 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...

The schools have finally closed for the summer! Trying to come up with activities to keep the kids entertained without having to leave Teesside? If you're looking for things to do in Teesside, such as events and attractions, we've...

For Brits looking to sell their home, new research has revealed the smells which could make their house more desirable to potential buyers. A survey of 1,015 UK adults carried out by leading household appliances retailer,...

After more than a year of rising energy bills, regulator Ofgem has announced a reduction in the Energy Price Cap from July to September. This is because wholesale energy prices are starting to fall. But Ofgem says it’s unlikely...

Homeowners are facing higher mortgage costs as interest rates rise. Approximately 700,000 fixed-term mortgage deals are ending in the second half of 2023, and borrowers coming to the end of their fixed term will likely encounter...

Tips to prepare your house for a viewing The ‘For Sale’ sign is up and you’re hoping to secure a buyer. Now’s the time to roll up your sleeves and do what you can to sell your property. When viewing a house, potential...

Falling mortgage rates over H1 2023 boosted sales and led to firmer prices. This is set to reverse in H2 as higher mortgage rates hit buying power at a time when sellers are having to accept larger discounts to asking prices. Our...

What 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...