Renters’ Rights Act: What Landlords Need to Know (and Do) Right Now The Renters’ Rights Act is now in force, and while much of the focus has been on S21 and changes to notices, if you let property in England, this is what you need to know right now. 1). You Must Have Served the...

Manchester Student Homes Awards This week I had the pleasure of being invited to the Manchester Student Homes (MSH) Awards at the Fallowfield Campus. I have to say,  it was a real highlight of my week. It was also lovely to reconnect with some landlords I haven’t seen in far too long. Property has a...

We are proud to share that our Managing Director Ann Durrell has been announced as Women in Estate Agency’s woman of the month for April 2026. Ann was nominated by Hayely Claber from our auction partners I am sold who said;“Ann stands out for her consistency, leadership and the genuine way she supports and inspires...

The Hidden Costs That Erode Rental Income for Landlords (And How Portfolio Landlords Avoid Them) When landlords think about rental income, the focus tends to land on one number: the monthly rent. It’s the most visible figure, the easiest to track, and the most satisfying when it’s heading upward. But for landlords managing multiple properties,...

In our experience working with landlords across Manchester and beyond, the difference between a good rental investment and a great one rarely comes down to rent levels alone. What really separates the portfolios that perform over time from those that struggle is how the property is managed. At Maddox Noel, proactive property management is more...

Maddox Noel Adds 14 New Managed Properties in Q4 2025 Maddox Noel, estate agents and letting agents in Ancoats, added 14 new managed properties to its portfolio during Q4 2025, continuing steady growth as a trusted Manchester letting agent for landlords across the city. For landlords, choosing a managing agent is rarely a quick decision....

As we head into the festive season, the latest figures from Rightmove show that although the UK housing market is experiencing a traditional year-end slowdown, the North West remains the only region to record house price growth (albeit modest) as 2025 draws to a close. This means buyers and sellers in Manchester and across the...

Maddox Noel Christmas & New Year Opening Hours As the festive season approaches, we’d like to let landlords, tenants, and partners know our Christmas and New Year opening hours. Our team will be available on the following dates over the holiday period: 22 December: 9:00am – 5:00pm 23 December: 9:00am – 5:00pm We will be...

What the Bank of England Interest Rates Decision Means for Homeowners, Landlords & Investors The Bank of England has chosen to keep its key interest rate at 4%, signalling that inflation appears to have peaked — but that rate cuts are not yet on the immediate horizon. For homeowners, landlords and property investors, this decision...

Getting Your Property Ready to Sell – A Step by Step Guide Thinking about selling your home? Whether you’re upsizing, downsizing, or relocating, preparing your property for sale is key to attracting the right buyers and achieving the best possible price. At Maddox Noel, we’ve helped countless homeowners navigate this journey-and we’re here to help...