Yorkshire property. Greater potential.

Maximising
space.
Multiplying
value.

We turn tired residential properties into high-quality shared homes for working professionals, combining practical design, careful research and disciplined project delivery.

Design-led homesDisciplined developmentYorkshire roots
Project film

Project Resolution, Harrogate.

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Your investment. Clearly in view.

Follow your project.
Understand the numbers.

Our Investor Area gives you a clear view of your project as it progresses. See the latest updates, follow key milestones and understand where your money is being spent.

  • Track every stage, from purchase through to build completion and refinancing.
  • See project costs against budget.
  • Review the latest project updates in one place.
  • Follow refinancing through to the final outcome.

We believe trust comes from being open about the whole picture, including progress, costs and any challenges along the way.

Explore the Investor Area

Fairfax Avenue, Harrogate

Programme preview · Build started 1 July 2026

JulyAugustSeptemberOctober
Site setup
Strip out & demolition
Extension works
Structure & first fix
Watertight & external works
Second fix & HMO fit out
Finishing & handover
Furniture & HMO setup
RefinanceCompletion to confirm

Project stages against the planned programme. This is a Fairfax preview; detailed project updates are available in the Investor Area.

Build progressStages and milestonesProject costsBudget and latest forecastRefinanceEstimates through to outcome
The MS2 difference

Better homes.
Stronger property projects.

MS2 Property Group brings together HMO management, project delivery, operations and deal structuring. We convert residential properties into high-quality en-suite and, where suitable, studio-style rooms for working professionals.

We research the location, assess the numbers and plan the layout before committing to a project. Our aim is to create homes people want to live in and properties that perform over the long term.

Meet the directors

Two perspectives.
One clear direction.

Property strategy, project delivery and operational discipline. Meet the directors behind MS2.

Chris Mortimer on the left and Colin Straker on the right at the Property Developer Show
Chris Mortimer, left · Colin Straker, right

Chris Mortimer

Operations & deal structuring

Chris brings experience in European operations leadership, business ownership and property renovation. He focuses on property strategy, deal structuring and the systems that support disciplined project delivery, shaping opportunities around each investor’s goals.

Colin Straker

HMO management & project delivery

Colin brings practical HMO management experience and oversees project delivery, from refurbishment through to welcoming tenants. He focuses on the quality of our homes and keeping each property running smoothly.

Our approach

Good property.
Built on good decisions.

A considered process, from identifying demand to creating homes and building long-term value.

01 / FIND

Start with demand.

Research local employment, transport, amenities and room demand. Select locations where quality shared accommodation has a clear purpose.

02 / TRANSFORM

Make space matter.

We plan practical layouts, en-suite bedrooms and welcoming shared spaces, with finishes suited to everyday use.

03 / OPERATE

Put people first.

Build the tenant experience into the plan: practical rooms, clear communication and a thoughtful approach to maintaining the home.

04 / GROW

Think long term.

Assess refinancing and reinvestment opportunities against each project’s costs, performance and financing conditions.