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...
Average Rents Climb 8.5% in a Year: Insights into the UK Rental Market
By Michael Poole on 10th May 2024The landscape of the UK rental market continues to evolve, presenting both challenges and opportunities for tenants and landlords alike. In recent years, the rental market has experienced unprecedented activity, marked by...
Should I replace my kitchen or bathroom before I put my property on the market?
By Michael Poole on 8th May 2024Considering selling your house but unsure about renovations? Updating your kitchen and bathroom can indeed add significant value and enhance the appeal of your property to potential buyers. These rooms are often considered the...
What a General Election might mean for the property market
By Michael Poole on 8th May 2024The next UK general election is widely expected to be called later this year, and each party has made different promises regarding the country’s housing market. Labour Leads in Polls: What it Means for UK Property Since the dawn...
Current Mortgage Rates
If you're eyeing homeownership in the UK, understanding current mortgage rates is crucial. Lenders tweak rates often, so we’ll keep you updating you, comparing changes from the previous weeks.. Current Scenario: Recent talks...
Housing Market Sees Surge, Nearing Record Prices
By Michael Poole on 8th May 2024The British housing market is experiencing a notable uptick, with the average asking price of homes rising by 1.1% since March to reach £372,324. This increase is typical for this time of year and brings average prices...
Yarm made the list of the top 50 UK shopping destinations and was named the best place to shop in the area.
By Michael Poole on 22nd Apr 2024Our lovely North East town, Yarm, has been named the best place to shop in the region by the Newmark Retail Vitality Rankings for 2024 - it has also made it into the top 50 in the whole of the United Kingdom. The study examined...
Check out the most popular homes on the market this month (April 2024).
By Rosie Dowd on 15th Apr 2024Since the beginning of April, these five properties received the most page views on our website. These properties are representative of the types of properties that people are currently searching for. These include detached homes...
Will mortgage rates go down in 2024?
By Michael Poole on 12th Apr 2024Mortgage rates are not expected to fall further this year, but rising wages are likely to improve affordability for buyers. Mortgage rates are expected to remain around 4% or slightly higher for the remainder of the year. This...