An abandoned model shop in Invergowrie has a new lease on life, thanks to local estate agency McIntyre Properties.
Founded by Gale McIntyre, the firm has operated out of Dundee since its launch in June 2023.
The former head of curriculum at Dundee and Angus College and a corporate HR expert decided during Covid to follow her long-held passion for the housing market.
Alongside her business partner Kyle Anderson and a small team, the firm wants to establish itself as the go-to estate agency in the region.
New start in Invergowrie for McIntyre Properties
McIntyre Properties opened its doors at 118 Main Street in Invergowrie to the public this week.
The team consists of Gale and Kyle, a team of three property agents and a mortgage specialist.
The decision to relocate from Dundee to Invergowrie was strategic, with Gale believing the Carse of Gowrie is “underserved”.
She said: “This is a growing area that’s underserved in terms of estate agencies. We want to offer a personal, high street-style presence, someone people can trust.
“We are not a big corporate – we want clients to feel connected throughout the process.
“Our staff guide clients from start to finish. No passing around, no faceless admins.”
Located in a prime spot alongside other local fixtures like the Post House Coffee and Invergowrie Inn, the shop is hard to miss.
Gale adds: “Our brand colours are magenta pink. You see it as soon as you drive up the road.
“The shop was derelict for years, but people remember the old model shop fondly, run by Gus Souter, a much-loved figure in the village.
“Bringing it back to life has meant a lot of us and to the locals, they have been very welcoming.”
Future plans
McIntyre’s goal is to grow the business five-fold over the next couple of years and eventually expand across Scotland.
St Andrews is the next target, where co-founder Kyle will lead efforts to build a local presence.
As for the housing market, Gale is optimistic.
“Dundee has avoided the dramatic swings seen in larger cities,” she said.
“The steady rise in property values and the recent drop in interest rates points to a healthy future.
“We’ve been very busy since January, and we expect that to continue.
“We’re here for the long term and we’re just getting started.”
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