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Rent out office spaces, outbuildings, or your driveway

Depending on the size of your location and how much extra income you are interested in earning, this will help determine what you are going to do. If you have large outbuildings, you have more options to rent out, without anyone entering your home. Whether they rent storage space, office space, a garage, or a workshop, it’s important to make sure the facility is well-maintained and compliant. If your home is at the edge of Wakefield city centre, hospitals or near a train line, it could be ideal for renting out your driveway.

Let your property

Letting your property is a great way to build a secure and prosperous financial future. Using a letting agent, such as Richard Kendall Estate Agent makes the process a lot smoother with a lot less effort. You can choose which level of managed service you like. For example, you may take care of maintenance yourself while we collect the rent and find referenced tenants. You may prefer a round-the-clock maintenance service for your property with a fully managed package. Whether you make a profit on the cost of your mortgage or not does not minimise your long-term return on investment.

Home improvements

As you pay off your mortgage and your home increases in value over the years, it’s earning money. You can accelerate this by improving it. Fitting a new kitchen can add to the value of your home, as well as a new bathroom Simple things can also make a difference. Decorating, improving lighting, and the energy efficiency of your home are also effective ways to add value. Fitting solar panels, and selling excess energy back to your local electricity board, is another canny way to make a few extra pounds from your home.

If you are due to re-mortgage and looking to release funds, can we help?

Richard Kendall Estate Agent works in partnership with SMH Finance LLP who would provide the mortgage advice. Speak to one of SMH Finance LLP specialists today and telephone 01924 291294

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Latest Properties

$3 bed property in Castle Syke View, Pontefract$

Castle Syke View, Pontefract

£245,000

3 1 2

A WELL PRESENTED three bedroom semi detached home with TWO RECEPTION ROOMS, modern KITCHEN and SHOWER ROOM, attached GARAGE, off road parking and enclosed rear garden. VIRTUAL TOUR AVAILABLE. Awaiting EPC rating.

5 bed property in Pennine View, Barnsley

Pennine View, Darton, Barnsley

£475,000

5 2 2

A STUNNING five bedroom detached family home with impressive OPEN PLAN LIVING KITCHEN DINER, versatile GYM/BEDROOM, EN SUITE, private rear garden and breath taking PANORAMIC VIEWS. VIRTUAL TOUR AVAILABLE. Awaiting EPC rating.

Chancel Road, Wakefield

£260,000

4 3 1

A SPACIOUS four bedroom townhouse arranged over THREE FLOORS with four bedrooms, modern KITCHEN DINER, canal facing JULIET BALCONY, two allocated PARKING spaces and NO ONWARD CHAIN. EPC rating C80.

Meadow Brook Chase, Normanton

£210,000

2 1 1

A RECENTLY RENOVATED two bedroom semi detached home with modern KITCHEN DINER, two DOUBLE BEDROOMS, ample off road parking and detached GYM/HOME OFFICE, nestled within a pleasant cul-de-sac. VIRTUAL TOUR AVAILABLE. Awaiting EPC rating.

Brilliant service—Amanda went above and beyond! I cannot praise Amanda at Richard Kendall enough for her incredible support during a very stressful house move. Being stuck in the middle of a property chain is always difficult, but Amanda was relentless in chasing our first-time buyers and pushing their legal team to get things moving. Her communication was fantastic, and she kept us updated every single step of the way, which completely saved our sanity. She is highly professional, deeply empathetic, and completely dedicated to getting the deal over the line. If you are selling your home, you want Amanda in your corner. Emma 12/08/2026

RK Ossett delivered a smooth, professional and well‑organised purchase process. Consistent communication, timely and genuinely reassuring at every stage. The team showed strong attention to detail. A special mention to Lucy, whose support made the experience exceptional. Funso 11/08/2026

This was the second time I have used Richard Kendall at Wakefield to buy and sell a property. I was pleased to see Karen Marijewko was still working there. As she had previously guided me through the process with regular updates and information. I found Karen to be very knowledgeable, friendly and professional at all times. Tracey 08/08/2026

I had an excellent experience with Richard Kendall in Wakefield, thanks to Elizabeth Cooke. She was professional, friendly, and supportive throughout the sale of my property. Elizabeth kept me informed with weekly phone calls regarding progress, responded promptly to any questions, and made what can often be a stressful process feel straightforward. Her knowledge and experience were evident throughout. I would highly recommend both Elizabeth and Richard Kendall to anyone looking to buy a property or sell their own. Paul 06/08/2026

Alannah is very accomodating, helpful and responsive to all my queries. Keep it up. Claudette 06/08/2026

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