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80% back calls for licensing scheme to end cowboy builders

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• 21 May 2018

How much could an average long term property investment earn you?

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• 15 May 2018

New research and analysis by specialist mortgage lender, Kent Reliance, has shown that long-term property investment could still deliver significant returns for landlords, despite recent regulatory and taxation changes.

What are the least cleaned appliances in your home?

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• 14 May 2018

New research from AppliancesDirect.co.uk has revealed that Britain is a nation lacking in hygiene when it comes to their home appliances.

Home improvement disasters hit one in seven

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• 8 May 2018

Bank holiday weekend. BBQ, bad weather and a spot of DIY. This is the usual plan for thousands of households all over the UK, but new data from Sainsbury’s Bank Home Insurance has revealed that a bank holiday break could cost more than expected as one in seven UK adults have faced a home improvement mishap within the last 3 years.

Number of buy-to-let deals hits record high

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• 8 May 2018

The number of buy-to-let products on the market has reached an all-time high, passing the 2,000 mark for the first time on record, according to new Moneyfacts data.

The landlord of the future

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• 30 April 2018

“It was good while it lasted, but the golden age of the amateur landlord may be over” stated an article just a few months ago.

Top tips for FTBs when applying for a mortgage

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• 25 April 2018

Saving up for a sizeable deposit remains the biggest hurdle for most first-time buyers.

Top tips for efficiently heating your home in spring

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• 23 April 2018

Spring is finally here! Meaning lighter evenings and warmer weather should be on its way. CORGI HomePlan have created some top tips on how you can make small changes around your home over spring, to maintain an efficient heating system and to save money on your energy bills.

Top tips for a stress free move with your pet

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• 16 April 2018

April could see over 50,000 people moving home. However, although this can be an exciting time, the disruption and anxiety caused by a home move can also cause stress to our pets. Dogs in particular like consistency and a home move can create behavioural problems.

Rental payments now over 50% of disposable income outside London

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• 9 April 2018

The latest data and analysis from Landbay has revealed that rental payments now account for 52% of the average disposable income of £1,4711 for people living and working outside the capital.

Should I wait to extend my flat's lease in case new government rules make it cheaper?

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• 5 April 2018

Millions of homeowners in Britain own the leasehold to their home, but not the freehold of the building and land on which it is built.

What are the UK's worst décor trends?

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• 3 April 2018

According to new research by online estate agents Hatched, when it comes to décor trends, Brits are a nation of interior design fanatics and have very strong tastes when it comes to home décor.