Anton Estates in Corbridge, Tyne Valley, is under new ownership after 29 years.

The independent family-run estate agency, founded by Mike Anton in 1995, has been taken over by new owners Jonathan and Jessica Landale, adding to their existing property businesses.

With well established companies, Cosmo Grace Property and LT Property Services as well as their own buy to let portfolio, the acquisition of Anton Estates has offered them the opportunity to come back to their roots, working in a more rural environment.

Jonathan Landale said: “Living in the Tyne Valley, myself and Jessica were keen to expand our business into the area. When we were approached by Anton Estates it was exactly the opportunity we were looking for.

“We both began our careers in rural property, myself as a land agent and Jessica in lettings. To be able to come full circle and now run our own agency within the Tyne Valley felt like the natural progression for us.”

The couple will be working alongside the existing team, to provide continuity for their customers, and build on the already established presence the estate agency has in the local community.

“I am excited to grow the lettings side of the business, which is something I am passionate about and feel can be put second after sales by so many agencies,” said Jessica Landale, who is also an ARLA regional executive for the North East of England.

She added: “With a torrent of new regulations for both tenants and landlords, the rental market can be a minefield for those involved.

“My hope is to work with local landlords and those interested in building their own property portfolios to increase knowledge and understanding of the laws that surround this and create a thriving lettings market across the Tyne Valley. Something which is so desperately needed with the demand for housing rising.”