Buying a Church in Scotland: What First-Time Buyers Need to Know
Converting a church into a home or business sounds romantic — until you face the bills. Three Scottish churches heading to auction offer ...
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Why First-Time Buyers Are Struggling: Housing Crisis Deepens
First-time buyers in the UK are facing a perfect storm of rising costs, and now major housebuilders are sounding the alarm. Bellway, one ...
Algarve property boom: what Britons need to know before buying abroad
The Algarve in Portugal has emerged as the most searched-for overseas property destination for British buyers this summer, according to R...
£1.5m country mansion: what stamp duty costs really mean
If you’ve ever dreamed of owning a grand country estate, a 19-bedroom Grade II-listed mansion in Wiltshire might sound tempting — especia...
Over-55s borrowing £113k from homes for retirement
More British homeowners over 55 are turning to equity release to fund their retirement, new figures show – with the average borrower taki...
Who pays for a garden fence? Your neighbour dispute guide
Boundary disputes with neighbours can quickly turn into expensive headaches — and the question of who pays for a new fence is one of the ...
House moves take 216 days in UK: Here's what you need to know
If you’re thinking about moving house in Britain, you’d better be patient. According to new data from Rightmove, the average home move no...
UK House Prices Stall in July as Interest Rate Fears Hit Buyers
If you’re thinking about buying a home, July’s house price figures offer a reality check: the market is losing momentum as ordinary buyer...
Can Your Landlord Force Viewings? Know Your Tenant Rights
If your landlord is arranging a constant stream of viewings while you’re still living in the property, you’re not alone in feeling frustr...
Could AI Help Build More Affordable Homes in Your Area?
Councils across the UK are turning to artificial intelligence and advanced technology to find land where new homes could be built — and i...
How a 24-year-old is paying off her mortgage 25 years early with cashback app
A Liverpool-based first-time buyer has found a simple way to chip away at her mortgage without feeling the financial strain — and it coul...
Land Registry delays: Why your property isn't registered yet
If you’ve just completed on a house purchase, you might be shocked to hear that it could take up to six months or longer for the Land Reg...
Renters' Rights Act forces landlords to hold onto properties longer
The rental market is shifting in ways that could affect both landlords and tenants. A new analysis by property firm Hamptons reveals that...
UK House Prices Rise Again: What It Means for Your Mortgage
After months of decline, there’s a glimmer of good news for UK homeowners: house prices have finally started moving upwards again.
How to Build Wealth Through Diverse Income Streams
Author Sophie Hannah’s financial journey offers some valuable lessons for everyday British savers and investors – and it’s not just about...
Self-employed mortgage trap: why lenders value your income differently
If you’re self-employed or run a limited company, you could be losing out on thousands of pounds in mortgage borrowing without realising ...
Rent to Buy Schemes: A New Path to Home Ownership for Young Families
Getting on the property ladder has become a mountain to climb for many young British families. But a growing number are turning to rent-t...
Flood Performance Certificates: What UK homeowners need to know
From next year, getting affordable home insurance could depend on whether your property has a Flood Performance Certificate – and what it...
Young first-time buyers sacrificing safe neighbourhoods to afford homes
The race to get on the property ladder is forcing young people to make tough compromises — and new research suggests many are willing to ...
Labour's 662,500 home shortfall: what it means for UK renters and buyers
Labour came to power in 2024 with an ambitious promise: build 1.5 million new homes and “Get Britain building again.” But according to re...
Bank of England holds interest rates steady this week
The Bank of England is widely expected to keep interest rates on hold at this week’s rate-setting meeting, which is good news if you’ve b...
Property Boundary Disputes: What Homeowners Need to Know
A Shropshire family’s £600,000 dream home has become a legal nightmare after discovering their neighbours built a garden office on land t...
UK House Prices Fall in June: What It Means for Buyers and Sellers
UK house prices have dropped by 0.6% in June — the biggest fall for that month in 14 years — according to new data from Rightmove. The ty...
UK Housing Market Weakens as Rate Hike Fears Dampen Buyer Demand
If you’re thinking about buying a home right now, you’re not alone in feeling uncertain. New data shows Britain’s housing market is strug...
Struggling Property Market Could Work in Your Favour
The property market is quieter than it’s been in years, and that might actually be good news if you’re thinking about buying a home.
How a 20-Year-Old Bought Her First Home on Minimum Wage
Buying your first home in your twenties feels like a distant dream for most young people. But one 20-year-old has just proved it’s possib...
Santander Life Insurance Cashback: Who Gets £150?
If you bank with Santander, you might be about to receive up to £150 in free cash — but only if you meet certain criteria and take action...
Coastal property prices soar: where first-time buyers can still afford
If you’ve been priced out of the property market, there’s some encouraging news from the coast. While house prices are falling across mos...
Should You Borrow the Maximum on Your Mortgage?
Just because a lender will give you a bigger mortgage doesn’t mean you should take it. That’s the stark warning from mortgage brokers as ...
Why Gilt Yields Are Rising: It's Inflation, Not Politics
If you’ve heard talk of “gilt yields” in the news lately and wondered what on earth that has to do with your mortgage, savings account, o...
Why UK Gilt Yields Are Rising: It's About Inflation, Not Politics
If you’ve heard talk of “Gilt yields” rising and wondered what it means for your wallet, you’re not alone. The short answer: inflation is...
Five shopping habits that could kill your mortgage application
If you’re saving for a house, here’s something that might surprise you: your shopping habits could cost you a mortgage. According to mort...