14 February 2026
The private rented sector is set for its biggest shake-up in a generation with the introduction of the Renters’ Rights Act on 1st May 2026. Let’s have a look at the key changes and what it means...
21 January 2026
It’s been a superb start to 2026 for our team, with both our sales and lettings departments exceptionally busy across all four of our offices in Darlington, Chester-le-Street, Crook and Durham....
13 December 2025
As the year draws to a close, it’s the perfect time to reflect on what has been an exceptional twelve months for our award-winning estate agency. This year has been defined by growth, achievement...
19 November 2025
We are absolutely delighted to announce that Venture Properties has been awarded the 'Gold Award' for both Sales and Lettings at this year’s prestigious Best Estate Agent Guide Awards. This...
14 October 2025
As the seasons change, it’s easy to overlook one of the most essential parts of your home’s maintenance — the gutters. However, keeping your gutters clean and free of debris is crucial for...
20 September 2025
As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, autumn is the perfect time to prepare your property for the colder months ahead. A little maintenance now can save you hassle – and money – later...
13 August 2025
Darlington, the home of our Head Office, is emerging as a smart choice for property investors in 2025, thanks to several key factors:...
15 July 2025
In today’s cost of living crisis, peace of mind for landlords is priceless—but it doesn’t have to be expensive. For a fixed fee of just £30 per month, you can secure rent protection insurance...
20 June 2025
We’re getting an increasing number of landlords contacting us recently, wanting to switch from their current agent to Venture. We’ve often found in the past that landlords unhappy with their...
14 May 2025
This month, the Bank of England reduced its base rate again, from 4.5% down to 4.25% with the Governor hinting more cuts could be made in the months to come....
26 April 2025
If you’re thinking of selling your property, one of the first things you’ll need to do is get an up-to-date valuation. At Venture Properties, all of our valuations - whether it’s sales or...
25 March 2025
With March here, spring has finally arrived and that sense of hope is in the air again. After what has felt like a very long winter, here at Venture we’re looking forward to the next few months and...