Emsleys Blog

As a responsible local estate agent, we’re working remotely to limit the spread of COVID-19. However, we’re rising to the challenge presented by the coronavirus and are now able to offer all sellers and landlords the option of self-filming… Read More

Yesterday the press reported that the UK mortgage market is in ‘lockdown’. The situation isn’t as clear-cut as the headlines make it out to be – we’re here to allay your concerns and answer your questions. Can I still get a mortgage? At the… Read More

Now that schools have closed across the UK and we’re having to become accustomed to social distancing and self-isolation during 'lockdown', you may be looking for a new hobby for you and your children. Growing your own vegetables is very… Read More

As the country nears the end of its first week in effective ‘lockdown’, the government has issued guidance for those moving house during this difficult period. Read More

We don’t know about you, but we’re tired of all the plastic packaging needed for our weekly supermarket shops. From plastic encased dried food and spices, to single use plastic bottles for liquid soap, shampoo and washing up liquid… the… Read More

The Lettings landscape is constantly changing and 2020 will be no different. The government announced plans to make changes to the eviction process in April 2019. In July last year, it launched a consultation on the proposed abolition of… Read More

We're delighted to announce our Lettings team has been awarded Gold Winner for Lettings in the North at The Guild Awards 2020. The team was selected from a strong shortlist of Guild members from the North of England at a ceremony in London… Read More

We’ve partnered with Property Passport, a new tenant referencing system aiming to speed up the rental process for both landlords and tenants. Property Passport is free to use and allows tenants to complete an initial check to ensure they… Read More

Under The Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector (England) Regulations 2020, electrical tests could become mandatory for rental properties from April this year. Landlords need to be aware of the impending changes in the… Read More

Winter is here, but that doesn't mean you should hibernate. Buyers are looking for homes across east Leeds, so if you're thinking of selling, it's the perfect time to get an up-to-date valuation of your property. For the next two months,… Read More

With Christmas just around the corner, guest blogger Chloe Smith has picked some of the top festive markets Leeds and the surrounding areas have to offer… Read More