New registration requirements for private landlords are set to be introduced across the North West from 15 May 2027, bringing additional responsibilities for landlords and new requirements for properties being marketed for rent. Landlords in the region will have until 14 August 2027 to complete the required registrations, which will involve registe...
We are delighted to reveal our latest publication, a bespoke brochure featuring useful information for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenants. Inside, you can find out about the services we offer, tips for preparing your home for sale, the buying process, interior design advice and much more. To read the digital version of the publicati...
PFK Estate Agency (Limited) is delighted to announce the appointment of Lynne Lancaster as Managing Director, marking a significant milestone both for the company and for one of the region's most experienced estate agency professionals. Having worked in the property industry since the late 1980s, Lynne is approaching an incredible 40 years in ...
An historic anniversary that marks PFK as one of the longest-standing land and property companies in the region. Founded in 1876, this milestone reflects a century and a half as trusted professionals providing best advice to all our clients, the very foundations on which PFK was built and which we still stand by today. We would like to take this op...
The UK property market has started 2026 with renewed momentum, according to the latest House Price Index from Rightmove. Average asking prices rose by 2.8% between December and January, marking the strongest start-of-year increase seen in the past decade. This uplift equates to an average rise of just under £10,000, taking the typical asking price ...
We've all toasted the New Year with a bit of champers and fizz, and now it's back to reality — readjusting to routines and remembering what day of the week it is. The housing market is going through a similar adjustment. After almost six years of volatility, 2026 is widely expected to make a return to a more stable and recognisable market. Most for...
With the big day nearly upon us, we thought now would be a great time to showcase a selection of properties that are ideally fit for Christmas and wrapped in festive charm! Woodside Farm, West Woodside, Wigton, CA7 0LW -£1,150,000 Found in a most serene and secluded location, this remarkable Grade II Listed Farmhouse presents a uniq...
With the end of the year approaching and the weather turning colder, it's a good time to make sure your property is ready for winter. This season is when issues tend to surface, from faulty boilers to overflowing gutters, and it often leads to a spike in urgent repair calls. A bit of preparation now can help you avoid those costly surprises. Heatin...
As some of you may have seen in the news today, the Renters' Rights Act 2025 will be implemented across three stages, with the first to come into force on 1 May 2026, with the tenancy reform measures, that will apply to existing and new tenancies from this date. The tenancy reform measures include: Periodic Tenancies - Assured Shorthold Tenancies w...
We had an amazing evening on Tuesday hosting our 2nd event on the upcoming Renters' Rights Bill (act)! It was great to see well over 100 guests attend the seminar and we hope that you found the information as valuable as we did. Thank you to our guest speaker Darrel Kwong of DWK Consultancy for providing another excellent talk and all the cru...
Following the success of our recent session, PFK Property Management is delighted to announce a second opportunity for landlords to attend an important event on the forthcoming Renters Rights Bill (RRB).As you may know, the government is set to introduce the RRB, bringing about the most significant changes to the private rental sector since Februar...
In our latest newsletter, find out if now is a good time to sell, seasonal staging secrets, property market predictions for the remainder 2025 and much more... Click here to read
It's happened again. One minute I'm planning the summer holidays and contemplating which activities to book for my children, and in the blink of an eye, I'm shopping for back-to-school bits and pieces! Next stop, Autumn with pumpkins and Halloween and – you've guessed it - Registration Time for new schools, bet you thought I was going to say Christ...
The Bill may face further amendments before final approval. Both the House of Commons and the House of Lords need to agree on the final wording, and this back-and-forth is expected to begin on 8 September. Once both sides are satisfied, the Bill will receive Royal Assent. The next step is "commencement," which is when the main rules of the new Act ...
We know a lot of landlords won't be ready for the changes coming with the Renters' Rights Bill, and leaving it until the last minute could cause unnecessary stress and risk. Here are some practical steps you can take now to make sure you're prepared. 1. Start with a self-audit Review how you manage your properties and get your paperwork and process...
Owning a rental property can be a great investment, but managing it isn't always easy. Finding the right tenants, keeping up with maintenance, and staying on top of the changing legislation can quickly feel overwhelming. That's where my department steps in. PFK have been working with landlords across the region for years, handling the day-to-day so...
The Bank of England's decision to reduce the base rate by 0.25%, bringing it down to 4.25%, is welcome news for the housing market. For buyers, this shift could lead to slightly improved mortgage rates, offering more affordability and confidence when securing finance. Even a modest reduction can make a meaningful difference to monthly repayments, e...
As of May 2025, the UK's Renters' Rights Bill is making its way through Parliament and is set to bring major changes to the private rental sector in England. The bill is currently at the Committee Stage in the House of Lords, where it's under close review and debate. Key discussions have focused on setting up a Private Rented Sector Landlord Ombuds...
The longer a property sale drags on, the greater the chance something will go wrong. It's just one of those universal truths, like rainy bank holidays or running out of milk when you really need it.. In the UK today, the average residential transaction can take up to 5 months to complete. Yes, you read that right - five! Now, when I first started i...
How the property market is performing this year, looking ahead in 2025 and six homes with gardens fit for Spring. Discover all and more in our latest newsletter, click here to read
