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What the Latest Bank of England Rate Cut Means for Landlords and Property Investors

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What the Latest Bank of England Rate Cut Means for Landlords and Property Investors

On August 7th, the Bank of England reduced its base rate from 4.25% to 4.00%, marking the first cut since 2020. While a 0.25% drop may seem minor, this move could have significant implications for landlords and property investors across Manchester and Greater Manchester. We’ve broken down some of the key impacts in this blog.

What's On in Manchester: August 2025

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What's On in Manchester: August 2025

Looking for the best things to do in Manchester this August? From colourful Pride celebrations and live music festivals, to family friendly events, food markets and global theatre productions, the city is full of exciting ways to make the most of summer in Manchester. At Northern Group, we’ve rounded up our top picks of events in Manchester and things to do this August, perfect whether you’re a local resident, new to the city or visiting Manchester. Here's what’s on in Manchester this month!

Northern Group at Insider’s Manchester New Neighbourhoods Breakfast

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Northern Group at Insider’s Manchester New Neighbourhoods Breakfast

It was a pleasure to attend, sponsor and contribute in the discussions at the Manchester New Neighbourhoods Breakfast at COLONY Fabrica, our sister company’s coworking space in New Islington. Over 100 developers, investors and regeneration leaders attended and it was an insightful and inspiring morning focused on Manchester’s upcoming regeneration projects. 

What’s On in Manchester: July 2025

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What’s On in Manchester: July 2025

From celebrating Manchester and iconic musical homecomings to theatre and family fun, Manchester is buzzing this July. Whether you live here already or are visiting for the summer, there’s never been a better time to embrace the city’s creative energy, cultural heritage, and sense of community. Here’s Northern Group’s top picks of things to do this July in Manchester.

Why a Professional Property Valuation Is Crucial for Landlords

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Why a Professional Property Valuation Is Crucial for Landlords

With countless property listings just a click away, it can be tempting for landlords to use sites like Rightmove, Zoopla or OnTheMarket to estimate how much their property is worth. But while property websites and databases can give you a general feel for the market, they rarely tell the full story, and relying on them alone can result in costly mistakes.

What's On in Manchester: June 2025

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What's On in Manchester: June 2025

As June begins it’s the month that Summer officially starts, and it’s an exciting time for Manchester residents, and a great time to visit! With an abundance of events and activities to get involved in, from global music festivals to secret rooftop gigs, Manchester is alive with energy this June. Whether you're making memories with friends, discovering hidden corners of the city, or planning family-friendly fun, you won't be short of choice of things to do! Check out our top picks of what’s on this June…

Northern Group portfolio expands with Cheadle Royal Business Park acquisition

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Northern Group portfolio expands with Cheadle Royal Business Park acquisition

Northern Group has expanded its commercial portfolio with the acquisition of Wienerberger House, located within Cheadle Royal Business Park. Wienerberger House is a high-specification, Grade A, two-storey ‘L’ shaped building, offering 78 on-site car parking spaces. The building is currently occupied by Wienerberger, the UK’s leading provider of wall, roof and landscaping solutions, who will continue to operate their UK headquarters from the site.

Current Trends in the Property Rental Market: What Landlords Need to Know

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Current Trends in the Property Rental Market: What Landlords Need to Know

As one of the fastest-growing cities in the UK, Manchester continues to see a dynamic shift in its rental landscape. At Northern Group, we’ve analysed the latest data to bring you the most important insights for landlords, investors, and residents looking to stay ahead of the curve.