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Can Labour really bring down mortgage rates?
Labour's campaign promised change for the country - and falling mortgage rates would certainly represent a positive change for many. But is...
Availability of 5% deposit mortgages hits two-year high... but rates are still edging up
The rise in low-deposit could reflect more positive sentiment surrounding the housing market - but the rates on 5% deposit deals have inched...
Nationwide and Virgin cut mortgage rates as brokers declare home loan 'price war'
Britain's biggest building society will be reducing rates on selected deals by up to 0.3 percentage points, following cuts by Barclays, HSBC...
More first-time buyers in danger of paying mortgages into retirement: What to know about longer terms
Many of those getting on the ladder for the first time are opting for 35 or even 40-year mortgages in order to make their monthly repayments...
Property market flat as buyers and sellers 'sit on the fence awaiting first rate cut' latest Rics survey reveals
The housing market remains in the doldrums, according to surveyors and estate agents.
Barclays and Halifax announce fresh mortgage rate cuts
Barclays has upped the ante in the mortgage price war that is currently playing out between banks and building societies.
Is Airbnb against the rules of YOUR mortgage? NatWest now allows short-term lets... but many don't
Many people won't be aware that renting out their home for a few weeks per year is an issue - but it could land you in hot water with your...
Noisy children on a trampoline make our lives a misery: Do we have a right to privacy?
We have to keep all doors, windows, air vents and curtains closed because of two very young noisy children on a trampoline abutting our...
Property asking prices slip, says Rightmove, as house sellers list lower to attract cautious buyers
Rightmove puts the dip in asking prices down to 'distractions' such as the election and Euros, as well as buyers holding out for a base rate...
Can we switch our mortgage rate before it starts? We think we could now get a cheaper deal
We have six weeks until the new mortgage starts - but we have spotted a cheaper rate. Can we still change our mind and move to a different...
House prices rise in May, as London leads surprise rebound
In a surprise turnaround for the property market, the ONS revealed the average home jumped 1.2% in one month - with the capital leading the...
NatWest and TSB lower mortgage rates despite base rate cut delay looking more likely
Two more high street banks have announced they are cutting mortgage rates as home loan costs continue to drift downwards.
Lowest fixed rate mortgages on the verge of falling below 4%, as Halifax cuts
The lowest five-year fixed rate mortgages are on the brink of falling below 4%, after Halifax cut interest rates across a number of its...
Is it cheaper to extend the lease on my flat now that marriage value is being abolished?
I noticed that the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Bill was passed in May and I have heard that marriage value has been abolished. Will this...
Just one in eight would-be first-time buyers can afford average starter home
High house prices, increasing living costs, insufficient savings, rising rents and mortgage rates have all combined to push home ownership...
Best fixed-rate mortgages dip below 4% for first time since February after Nationwide cuts
Britain's biggest building society Nationwide will reduce rate across its two, three and five-year fixed rate products.
Mortgage rate battle steps up as Barclays and TSB cut costs
Moves from the two banks follow Nationwide's mortgage cuts yesterday that saw the cheapest five-year fix deal dip below 4% for the first...
New lender offers mortgages of six times income - is that a good idea?
A new mortgage lender is offering homebuyers and homeowners the chance to borrow up to six times their annual salary, compared to the...
EXCLUSIVEConverted churches make divine homes: What they cost - and what buyers must look out for
Brimming with character and quirky features, converted churches come at a price premium. We look at some examples on the market right now.
The 12 VERY best mortgage deals on offer right now as lenders battle for customers
We have taken a look at the best deals on the market for first-time buyers and home movers and those remortgaging, factoring in both fees...
First-time buyers have eight months to beat stamp duty changes - or face paying thousands more
More first-time buyers will be dragged into the stamp duty net - or see their bill increase - as the tax-free threshold reduces from...
Home buyers bag smallest discounts on asking prices for 18 months, says Zoopla
House prices have increased in every region of the UK and buyers are having to pay closer to the asking price, the property website has...
Our kids have left home - can we clear our mortgage in two years and then go travelling?
A long conversation over a bottle of wine got us thinking: what if we could pay off the mortgage as soon as possible and be free to do...
House prices record FASTEST annual growth since December 2022 last month, says Nationwide
Annually, house prices are up by 2.1%, with the typical home now worth £266,334 - this is the biggest annual rise recorded over the past 18...
The race for space returns: Larger houses in high demand - is now a good time to trade up the ladder?
The latest ONS house price data showed that detached and semi-detached houses rising more than flats and terraced houses.
Mortgage rates fall after Bank of England cut: NatWest now offers cheapest five-year fix
Lenders continue to lower mortgage rates following last Thursday's decision, which was the first time the Bank had cut interest rates in...
House prices up in July as falling mortgage rates reignite property market
House prices expected to continue on a 'modest upward trend' for the rest of the year, according to Halifax.
Mortgage cuts continue as HSBC and Barclays reduce rates
HSBC became the third lender to reintroduce a sub-4 per cent five-year fixed deal, following mortgage rate cuts by Nationwide and NatWest in...
What do buyers look for at a house viewing? Heat maps reveal it's all the WRONG things
Zoopla tracked the eyeballs of people viewing houses, and discovered most eye up decorations and furnishings - while missing things that...
The home I want to buy has cracks on the ceiling and walls: Should I be worried?
When it comes to cracks on ceilings and walls, what do I need to be worried about and looking out for? What problems could cracks be hiding?
House prices rise for fifth month: Where are they going up the most?
House prices rose for the fifth month in a row, according to the latest figures from the Office for National Statistics.
Mortgage rate cuts are unlikely to be 'disturbed' by first inflation rise of the year - here's why
Over recent weeks, mortgage lenders have been slashing rates in expectations that interest rates are now on a downward trajectory - and that...
Plaster fell off our leasehold block of flats: The council says it's dangerous, can we force the freeholder to fix it?
Last week, half the rendering that runs along the top of the three-storey building in which we live, collapsed onto the pavement and the...
Bank of Mum and Dad to pay £30BILLION to help children buy homes in next three years
According to the property agents Savills, £9.4 billion was handed to first-time buyers in 2023 - a year in which property transactions...
Home inheritance a thing of the past, says study from estate agency Hamptons
A study from the estate agency Hamptons reveals that falling rates of home-ownership will reduce the number of estates that include a home.
Property asking prices fall by more than £5,000 in August, says Rightmove
Property asking prices fell for the first time this year in August, according to Rightmove, despite mortgage rates falling over recent...
Mike Ashley's 275 acre Frasers 'mega-campus' opposed by Warwickshire village
Residents in the village of Ansty near Coventry are objecting to FTSE 100 firm Frasers Group's plan to build a new base that will use up 275...
Mortgage rate cuts continue: HSBC and TSB latest to reduce home loan costs
The mortgage rate war continues to bubble away, with Barclays, HSBC and TSB among the latest lenders to cut home loan prices.
House next door is becoming a student HMO for six people: Can I stop it from happening?
I have recently found out that the property next door to mine is being made into a HMO to house students. Is there any way to stop this from...
Nationwide cuts mortgage rates again and will offer cheapest five-year fix
The new rates will be effective from tomorrow and will include the cheapest five-year fixed rate deal on the market.
Rent rises drop to lowest level in almost three years - and some cities have even seen falls
The property website Zoopla has revealed that rent rises have slowed to their lowest level in 33 months.
I live near two airports and the noise has become unbearable - who can I complain to?
I live reasonably near to Heathrow and Gatwick airports and the noise has become worse in recent years. Can I complain to anyone about this,...
House prices near top state schools: Map reveals the premium parents pay in YOUR area
Britons pay an average of £116,000 more to live near an Ofsted 'outstanding' school - but in some parts of the UK the price is much higher.
House prices will rise 2.5% in 2024 - but glut of properties for sale will limit further growth
It marks a more upbeat forecast from the property portal, which predicted at the beginning of the year that prices would fall by 2%.
Jeremy Clarkson's pub spikes interest in Burford property... but what homes could you buy in Cotswolds town?
This is Money reveals six properties on sale in or in Burford, near where Jeremy Clarkson has just opened his pub The Farmer's Dog.
Mortgage approvals hit highest level in nearly two years in show of housing market optimism
The Bank of England recorded 62,000 approvals for house purchases in July, the highest total since the disastrous mini-Budget in late 2022.
House prices fall in August, says Nationwide - but are still up compared to last year
House prices fell in August, according to the latest figures from Nationwide. The last time prices dropped on a monthly basis was in April...
First-time buyer mortgage payments fall: Monthly cost nearly £150 less than a year ago
The typical first-time buyer will pay £150 a month less on their mortgage today than those who bought a year ago, new research from...
Burglars are in my area - how can I make my home secure as possible?
I'd like to know how I can boost security in my home and on my driveway. What options are available and how much can these systems or...
Mortgage rates continue to fall: HSBC, Barclays and NatWest to cut home loan costs tomorrow
Mortgage rates look set to fall again from tomorrow after three major high street banks all announced they will be slashing home loan...
The 10 most popular locations for first-time buyers revealed - do YOU live in one of the hotspots?
Manchester is now the most popular location for first-time buyers outside of London, a study by Halifax has revealed.
Tenants in rent arrears set to rise, landlords warned - as prices keep going up
Rises in rental prices continue to outpace growth in people's incomes, putting a strain on household budgets according to a major tenant...
Mortgage rates return to pre-Liz Truss era as NatWest launches new deal
The lowest fixed rate mortgages have fallen to levels not seen since Liz Truss was Prime Minister, after NatWest launched a new five-year...
Harry Potter and Lord of the Rings themed holiday park could be yours... for £1.25m
North Shire has rooms themed on Harry Potter's Gryffindor dormitory, Hagrid's hut and even a Lord of the Rings-style hobbit hole.
Halifax offers first-time buyers bigger mortgages of up to 5.5 times income: Is it a good idea?
First-time buyers could now be able to secure bigger mortgages when applying with Halifax.
My neighbour's firework parties have started - who can we complain to?
If last year is anything to go by, we'll regularly have to put up with firework displays coming from our neighbour's back garden. What can...
Mortgage rate cuts continue as Santander reduces home loan costs
From tomorrow, the lender will be reducing a number of fixed rate deals for both new and existing borrowers.
House prices see biggest annual rise since November 2022
House prices rose in August, according to Halifax, recording the biggest annual increase in home value for almost two years.
Why buying a new car on finance might knock your mortgage chances
Coventry Building Society says a borrower on a typical salary of £35,500 without credit commitments can get a home loan of £156,000.
I can't sell my leasehold flat because the freeholder refuses to sign the paperwork: What can I do?
Every time I find a buyer the freeholder refuses to sign any paperwork so the sale falls through.
Barclays and TSB latest major lenders to cut mortgage rates - including 5% deposit deals
Mortgage rate cuts are being announced on almost a daily basis as lenders continue to reprice their home loan deals.
Surge of larger homes listed for sale, says Rightmove, as mortgage rates fall and fears of Labour tax raid grow
Britain's biggest property portal revealed the number of larger detached houses coming to the market is now 15 per cent ahead of the same...
Two months left for first-time buyers to potentially save up to £15,000 in stamp duty, Zoopla warns
First-time buyers in England are being warned they only have roughly two months to find a property or their stamp duty bill will likely...
Nationwide, NatWest and TSB slash mortgage rates for buyers with smaller deposits
Major lenders have today revealed further mortgage rate cuts across fixed deals.
Should I buy the family home in Shropshire as a holiday let and continue to rent where I am living?
I am currently renting a property and was looking to buy in the area I live in Warwickshire.
House prices still rising but the pace of growth is cooling, ONS data shows
Average property prices continued to rise in the year to August, but the pace of growth has cooled, new data from the ONS revealed.
EXCLUSIVEMost estate agents have been asked to sell homes with 'illegal' extensions: What work needs planning permission?
The removal of loadbearing walls and installation of new windows overlooking neighbours were the most common works undertaken without...
People are throwing rubbish in my skip: How can I stop them?
We've had everything from dog poo bags to an old radiator put in there. What can we do to stop this?
Mortgage rate war continues as Nationwide launches cheapest deal with 3.74% interest
Nationwide is launching the cheapest mortgage, with rates starting from 3.74%. Experts have welcomed rates falling.
Barclays cuts mortgage rates: Lender now has cheapest five-year fix
Barclays has become the latest bank to reduce mortgage rates, slashing the interest on various products.
Most Britons don't want to downsize - here's how to do it successfully
Less than a quarter of people are planning to move to a smaller or cheaper home in older age, with cost and attachment to their existing...
House sales in August up 10% on last year as lower mortgage rates tempt more buyers to take the plunge
The property market continues to show signs of recovery as falling mortgage rates encourage would be buyers to crack on with plans.
Can you afford a bigger home? Everything upsizers need to know
Moving up the property ladder can prove just as tricky as getting on it in the first place. Here is what upsizers need to know - and how to...
House prices rise at fastest pace for more than two years
The average house price is now roughly 2% below the all-time highs recorded in summer 2022, according to figures from Nationwide.
I'm moving to a new area: Will I pay more tax if I don't sell my old house before buying a new one?
When I retire, I want to sell my house and move to a different area. How long an overlap can I have before my new property is taxed as a...
Hottest and coldest property markets mapped - one pocket of the South West sees homes shift in just 25 days
The fastest and slowest property markets have been revealed by Rightmove today, showing just how different sellers' experiences can be up...
House prices rise as lower mortgage rates buoy buyer demand and second home owners sell up
While lower mortgage rates are attracting more buyers to the market, investors and second home owners in locations like Truro are selling up...
Should I help my mum pay off her mortgage early or will it complicate any inheritance?
My mum is 66 and currently on an interest only mortgage but I am worried she will soon get to an age where the bank won't keep it going.
Garage conversions tips: More homeowners are opting to do it - is it wise?
Susi Prudence, a 39-year-old copywriter from Maidstone, converted half of her double garage in her new-build house into a bar.
Should you get a tracker mortgage? Spike in homeowners taking 'flexible' option
More Britons have opted for a two-year tracker mortgage in recent years as they hedged their bets on interest rates falling - but are they...
Almost half of the self-employed struggle to get mortgages - here's how to get accepted
Self-employed workers are often subjected to tougher checks, mainly because they are considered to have a more irregular or complex income...
Mortgage rate cuts: These five major banks are slashing home loan costs
Five more mortgage lenders have today announced cuts to home loan prices.
Our shared driveway is damaged but my neighbour won't help with repair costs - can I force him to pay up?
My property shares a driveway with a neighbour. The driveway is now badly in need of repair, but my neighbour won't pay up. Is there some...
House prices rise 4.7% annually in September with typical home now just £108 below 2022 peak, Halifax says
House prices rose for the third month in a row in September, according to the latest figures from Halifax.
Fat-busting 'Slim Reaper' Galia Grainger selling her 11-bed Devon mansion for less than £1m
Galia Grainger, the star of Channel 4 's Celebrity Fat Fighters TV show in 2017, is selling Merlin Court, her Devon fat-busting retreat for...
Seven in 10 homes are underinsured: Here's how to ensure your property isn't one of them
The majority of homes in Britain are underinsured, according to analysis by a leading buildings insurance valuation firm.
Landlords to shell out £23.4bn on EPC upgrades, says Rightmove: Here's why government plans may fail...
Almost 3 million rental homes will need to be upgraded to meet Labour's new eco targets, according to Rightmove.
First-time buyers spend £350 more a month on mortgages than five years ago
First-time buyers are still paying significantly more on mortgage payments than they were five years ago, despite home loan costs falling in...
Mortgage rates set to start rising again, experts warn - here's why
Experts are warning that mortgage rates may be about to start rising again, after Coventry Building Society announced it will be upping home...
Santander 'temporarily' withdraws fixed mortgage deals: Is it a precursor for upping rates?
Santander has announced it will temporarily withdraw a number of its mortgage deals in a further sign that home loan prices may start rising...
Property hotspots where you get the lowest price per square foot revealed - with this seaside town top
Home buyers looking for the 'best bang for buck' should consider buying a property in Hartlepool.
TSB launches new mortgage fixed for just one year: Who should consider one?
TSB is offering its mortgage customers the ability to fix their mortgage for just one year, as opposed to the usual two or five.
Santander and TSB increase mortgage rates: Will more lenders follow?
Mortgage rates could be edging higher again, as Santander and TSB will be increasing the interest on some of their fixed deals.
Buy-to-let returns reach record high as landlords profit from rising rents
Flat house prices and rising rents have led to a spike in the yields enjoyed by buy-to-let landlords, according to Hamptons.
Lowest mortgage rates head back above 4%: NatWest becomes latest bank to hike home loan prices
Sub-4 per cent mortgage rates are beginning to vanish again with mortgage lenders now appearing to re-price home loan deals upwards.
House prices enjoy summertime boom as values rise by £4,391 in a month to reach record high, official data shows
House prices boomed between July and August, according to the latest figures from the Office of National Statistics.
Barclays and Halifax increase mortgage rates: Here's why they are rising
Two more major banks have today announced they are hiking mortgage rates - despite inflation now being below the Bank of England's 2%...
Homeowners in the North hardest hit by higher mortgage costs with number in arrears rising
Homeowners in parts of Northern England are more than twice as likely to be behind on their mortgage repayments as those in south.
I want to buy a Grade II-listed cottage - how restricted will my renovations be?
I've fallen in love with a Grade II-listed cottage. What should I be aware of before buying the property and would I be allowed to extend...
Buyers spoilt for choice as number of homes for sale hits 10-year high
The housing market continues to heat up with more people contacting estate agents hoping to buy or sell property, according to Rightmove.
HSBC increases rates on cheapest mortgages - but cuts them on other deals
HSBC has said it will be increasing some of its cheapest mortgage rates - though more expensive deals will be cut.
Record number of landlords set up limited companies to cut tax on buy-to-lets
The number of buy-to-lets held in a company structure has increased 175% in the last decade.
EXCLUSIVERural Midlands sees biggest house price rises in past year - while coastal areas suffered
Average house prices went up just 2.8% in the past year, official data shows - but which areas of the UK did better and worse?
Stamp duty on average home could rise to £4,669 from March as Labour set to rule out threshold freeze
Tax threshold will revert to £125,000, as it was before a temporary reduction in 2022 - as Labour is set to avoid making the change ...
Interest rates will only fall to 3.75% next year, says Santander - days after Goldman Sachs' far spicier forecast
Interest rates will fall to 3.75% by the end of next year, Santander predicts - a huge gap compared to the Goldman Sachs forecast earlier in...
Nationwide offers mortgage holders 0% loans to make their homes more eco friendly
Britain's biggest building society is offering the loan to its mortgage customers as an incentive to improve their home's eco credentials....
Majority of borrowers are fixing their mortgage for two years: Are they right?
Mortgage preferences have shifted from five to two years, as borrowers predict rates will fall by 2026 - but experts say they could remain...
House prices to rise in 2025 as buyers could get bigger mortgages
If the base rate falls to 3.5% next year as like some analysts are predicting, mortgage borrowers could find themselves able to borrow up to...
Owning a home is once again much cheaper than renting, as falling mortgage rates widen gap
Owning a home is now 17% cheaper than renting for a first-time buyer, after high interest rates briefly brought the costs close to being...
Nationwide increases mortgage rates while Barclays cuts two-year fixes
Two major mortgage lenders are repricing mortgage rates, as the direction of travel remains uncertain.
More than nine in 10 homes for sale will incur stamp duty from March
The house price at which home buyers start paying the tax will revert to the level set before temporary changes were made in 2022, so more...
No Budget boost for first-time buyers - five months to avoid stamp duty tax hit
First-time buyers look set to pay thousands more on stamp duty costs after Rachel Reeves opted to steer clear of any tweaks in the budget.
What the Budget buy-to-let stamp duty hike will cost landlords and second home buyers
Buy-to-let investors and second home owners to pay thousands more when they buy properties, as concerns raised that it could lead to higher...
Are mortgage rates about to go up? Budget sees swap rates spike
If swap rates remain where they are currently, we are likely to see mortgage rates rise, according to one mortgage expert.
House price rises slow in October, says Nationwide: Where will they go from here?
Higher stamp duty and potential mortgage rate rises could hit house prices in the coming months, according to experts.
How much extra stamp duty will buy-to-let investors and second home buyers pay after the Budget?
The stamp duty surcharge was increased to 5% - and the changes come in straight away, meaning those in the process of buying a property may...
What are my legal rights if I buy a home and the council tax band rises?
If a property is marketed by an estate agent as being in band C, for example, what are my legal rights if this shifts to a higher band once...
House prices will grow £84k from now until 2029 with the North driving the boom as Savills uprates forecasts
House prices will grow by £84,000 from now until 2029, according to the latest house price forecast from Savills.
Rental hotspots: These areas have seen monthly costs rise 40% in four years
In the most recent four years, rents increased almost ten times as much as they did in the previous four-year period. We look at why this...
House prices reach new record high after surpassing pandemic peak
Lower mortgage rates and a more stable market have helped encourage more people to buy homes this year, driving prices up to a new peak.
Major British banks cut mortgage rates after base rate falls - but experts warn on future fixed deals
Borrowers on tracker and standard variable rate mortgages should see their monthly payments reduce after the Bank of England's decision to...
I bought a home next to a tyre garage: How can I stop the noise, rubbish and parking nightmare?
Life has been extremely difficult to the point where I am considering leaving and renting the property out. I cannot sell as I am in a...
EXCLUSIVEMillionaire filmmaker Charlotte Fantelli's £1.7m New Forest home is up for sale - have a peek inside
Millionaire filmmaker and entrepreneur Charlotte Fantelli said the thing she'll miss most about the property is the double waterfall-style...
The ultimate doer-upper? Three farm plots going up for auction this month
This is Money is throwing the spotlight on three rural plots going up for auction via Savills on 19 November. All have bags of potential,...
One third of homes on market are chain-free, as buyers seek a quick move ahead of stamp duty hike
Buyers are in a rush to purchase before their stamp duty bills rise from 1 April next year, making chain-free homes an attractive...
Five major banks hike fixed rate mortgages: Why are costs RISING after the Bank of England cut?
The hikes will be a concern for mortgage borrowers on fixed rate deals who need to renew in the next year.
Major bank becomes sixth high street lender to increase mortgage rates this week
NatWest has become the latest bank to hike mortgage rates, the sixth major lender this week to announce fixed home loan prices are going...
One-bedroom townhouse moments from Trafalgar Square on sale for £10m
Located on Craven Street, the Grade II-listed house spans seven floors and offers prospective buyers period features as well as contemporary...
House price rises predicted as buyers rush to beat stamp duty deadline
The property market continues to heat up, according to the latest survey by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (Rics).
Barclays increases mortgage rates by up to 0.6% as lenders rush to hike home loan costs
Mortgage borrowers look set to no longer be able to bag a mortgage rate below 4% as lenders continue to hike home loan prices.
Roofers branded least trustworthy tradespeople as cost of building work surges
The average cost of getting a building job done at home has surged 19% to £12,634. However, trust in tradespeople remains mixed, and it's...
Mortgage rates below 4% disappear: Why are they going up as interest rates fall?
So far this week, seven high street lenders have increased their mortgage rates - despite the Bank of England reducing the base rate to...
A boy racer in our cul-de-sac is driving us crazy with a noisy car and reckless driving - what can I do to stop him?
He whizzes past the house, wakes us up at all hours and recently, almost mowed down me and my young children when we were leaving our front...
Revealed: The premium home buyers pay for a property in a national park
Figures from Nationwide reveal which of Britain's national parks is priciest, and how much more it costs to snap up a home.
'The cult of buy-to-let is dead': Rents to rise as Labour squeezes landlords
Tenants will compete over fewer homes and pay ever-higher prices, according to a closely-watched survey of property experts.
Property asking prices fall more than £5,000 on average as Budget jitters hit the market
The fall represents a bigger drop than normal at this time of year, which Rightmove attributed to pre- and post- Budget jitters.
EXCLUSIVECost of moving home DOUBLES in a decade: How much will YOU pay?
The cost of moving home has more than doubled since 2014, data seen by This is Money shows - and stamp duty rises next year will see it soar...
Should I fix my mortgage for two or five years right now?
There isn't a huge difference in monthly repayments between the two, but trying to get a sense of what will happen to interest rates in the...
What rising inflation means for you: HUGO DUNCAN on why it dashes hopes of a Christmas Bank of England rate cut
The jump in inflation announced today - from 1.7 per cent in September to 2.3 per cent in October - has dashed any lingering hopes of...
House prices up 2.9% compared to a year ago - but interest rate worries could curb future growth
The average house price increased by 2.9 per cent in the 12 months to September, according to the latest figures from the Office for...
The top property features home buyers are looking for - from big rooms to gas hobs
New data reveals the things that prospective buyers want to see on a house viewing - and how much extra they are willing to pay for them.
Our landlord increased the rent twice in the last year adding £450 a month - can we do anything?
Six months ago our rent went up for the second time. Now we're moving and the landlord can't find another tenant who will pay the same...
Millions hit with mortgage blow as rise in inflation crushes hopes of interest rate cut
Interest rate cut hopes were crushed yesterday after a bigger-than-expected rise in inflation to a six-month high.
EXCLUSIVESurge in shops and offices converted to homes as landlords tap in to sky-high property demand
Applications made to councils to change the use of a property from commercial to residential have soared in recent years, data shows.
Westminster penthouse with MI6 history up for grabs for just shy of £4m
The unique flat is located at Whitehall Court, the former home of MI6 spymaster Sir Mansfield Cumming and screenwriter Brian Clemens.
I'm retired, should I sell my buy-to-lets and draw on my pension to avoid inheritance tax?
I am 67 and have two buy-to-lets. I use the rental income to live on. I haven't touched my private pension - but should I start using it as...
My new neighbour's leaf blower is driving me mad - what can I do?
Our neighbour's leaf blowing seems to last for hours and can start before 8am in the morning. We don't get peace and quiet at the weekends...
House price growth to fall in 2025 due to higher mortgage rates and stamp duty
Property experts from both Zoopla and Knight Frank are predicting a slowdown in house price growth next year.
Best mortgage rates for first-time buyers: How long should they fix for?
The prospect of buying a home for the first time can be as daunting as it is exciting. We look at the best mortgage deals on the market by...
What was it like buying your first home in 1974 vs 2024: How much harder is it to get on the ladder now?
House prices have surged by 2,534% in 50 years, while salary growth has failed to keep up, data shows.
Major high street bank cuts mortgage rates - the first big reductions since October
The bank says it is reducing rates on a number of products by as much as 0.20 percentage points from tomorrow.
Halifax launches a highly unusual fixed rate mortgage - should borrowers be tempted?
Halifax is launching an 18-month fixed rate mortgage deal from tomorrow in response to growing demand among borrowers for shorter term...
My landlord is demanding I pay a share of their £3,600 service charge: Is this normal in a rental agreement?
My landlord lives in the property with his partner and had me sign a tenancy agreement when he accepted my offer on a rental platform.
House prices grew by just 1.5% this year: Will they rise more in 2025?
House prices grew by 1.5% over the past year, according to Zoopla, thanks to a more stable mortgage market and rising incomes.
Most viewed homes on Rightmove 2024... including Jurgen Klopp's former Liverpool mansion
Asking prices for the most viewed homes online via Rightmove range from £750,000 for an eight-bedroom house in Accrington to £45m for a...
House purchase mortgages reach two-year high: Is property market on the up?
Analysts said that the figures were taken before Labour's 30 October Budget, which may yet have an impact on the housing market.
Should I release cash from my home to become a buy-to-let landlord?
If I switched to an interest-only mortgage on my home, I could cut the monthly costs to a level where I could easily cope - and even make a...
Is my quartz worktop a health hazard, and how can I get it safely removed?
The kitchen worktops are quartz - essentially fake marble. Given recent health concerns, would it be difficult to find a tradesperson...
Are your old Christmas lights a fire hazard? Lighting expert on his six vital safety checks
Christmas lights are often used year after year, so they can get damaged and worn out - with older non-LED models a particular risk.
House prices record largest monthly gain in two and a half years
Robert Gardner, Nationwide's chief economist, said the rise was down to improvements in household finances.
Is selling a house at Christmas really a terrible idea? Five property experts have their say
We're desperate to move and have a baby on the way - but we've been told we should wait until the new year to put our house on the market....
Big banks slash time to lock in new fixed rate mortgages - with one moving from six months to just three
Banks are reducing amount of time customers can lock in a new mortgage rate ahead of their current deal ending.
Bank of England governor expects FOUR interest rate cuts next year: What would it mean for mortgage and savings rates?
The governor of the Bank of England has said there are likely to be four interest rate cuts next year as inflation falls away.
How much will stamp duty cost first-time buyers from April - and can they still buy a home before it kicks in?
In a few months' time, a first-time buyer could go from paying no stamp duty on a £425,000 home to £6,205. Can they still get in under the...
A major bank just cut its mortgage rates by up to 0.39%: Will they fall further?
A major high street bank has announced it will cut mortgage rates by up to 0.39 percentage points.
House prices reach new record high as average home worth £15k more than a year ago
The mortgage lender recorded the biggest monthly increase of the year in November with average prices rising 1.4%.
Death of the interest-only mortgage? They will make up just 2% of home loans by 2034
The number of outstanding interest-only home loans has fallen by 70% over the past decade - but can they still be a useful financial tool?
New first-time buyer mortgage allows borrowing up to 5.5 times income
First-time buyers might be able to borrow up to £66,000 more on average thanks to a new mortgage on offer with Leeds Building Society.
A neighbour's cat keeps using my garden as its VIP bathroom - how can I stop it happening?
Every day I come across several cat poos on my lawn, driveway and in my flower beds. There are too many to clear up. What can I do to...
High street bank cuts mortgage rates - but the market average is creeping up
While the cheapest mortgage rates are edging down, the average rate across the whole of the market has been increasing.
Storm Darragh blew my garden fence down but my neighbour is refusing to pay their share: What should I do?
I have asked my nextdoor neighbour to split the repair job fifty-fifty, but he has flat out refused saying it isn't their responsibility to...
London's last piano factory is up for auction and the huge site is expected to fetch £6.25m
Prospective buyers on the hunt for something a bit different can snap up a piano factory or old boarding school house via auction at...
Slough a 'great place to live' argues estate agent after it was named most miserable spot - here's four homes for sale
David Arfield, branch Manager at Cameron King Estate Agents in Cippenham, Slough, explained to This is Money why he disagrees with the...
Our letting agent is charging us a £400 remarketing fee for leaving our tenancy early - is that legal?
We were under the impression that these types of fees between agents and tenants were banned.
Asking prices for newly listed homes falls by £12k in two months, says Rightmove
Newly listed asking prices have fallen by almost £12,000 over the last two months, according to Rightmove.
Average homeowner could see their house price rise by £10,725 in 2025, says Nationwide
Britain's biggest mutual has predicted that average house prices will grow by between 2% and 4% in 2025.
Rents are up £3,240 annually compared to three years ago with number of homes to let 'scarce'
Renters are paying £270 more each month than they were three years ago, according to figures released by Zoopla.
Three major banks cut mortgage rates in fresh price war before Christmas as best fixed deals hurtle towards 4%
NatWest has cut some of its fixed mortgage rates for the second time this month, and the bank is now offering the lowest five-year fix on...
Will spray foam insulation in our home's loft put off potential buyers?
We were told years ago that the loft insulation was risk-free, but now we understand it can cause problems with getting a mortgage.
Typical home is worth £10,000 more than a year ago - but are house prices starting to fall again?
The average UK home is now selling for an estimated £292,000 - which is an increase of 3.4% on the same time last year.
I have a boundary dispute with my neighbour: Can I get a chainsaw and chop off part of his shed?
Seven years ago, I bought a property with a neighbour's shed encroaching on my land at the back of the garden. This is a problem now I want...
Will house prices rise or fall in 2025? We reveal nine forecasts that matter - and they ALL predict growth
House prices have once again defied expectations in 2024, as they did in 2023.
It costs £21m to live on Britain's priciest road - what's the most expensive street near YOU?
For buyers with the deepest pockets, properties on Knightsbridge, London, are the priciest, with an average price tag of £21,409,000, Lloyds...
Billericay vs Barry: Which Gavin and Stacey spot wins on house prices?
Aside from the characters and the plot, the television show has thrust Barry and Billericay firmly into the spotlight. We look at what's on...
EXCLUSIVEPick your favourite: Ten newly-listed homes for sale hitting the market this Boxing Day
With the help of Connells estate agency group, This is Money has a look at 10 properties going up for sale via Connells today.
Will house prices go up in 2025? Six property experts give their verdict
We revisit six experts and ask them for their house price predictions for 2025, as well as where the housing market hot and cold spots will...
Stoke-on-Trent and Slough see biggest boom in property prices in 2024
From 2023 to 2024, the average cost of a home in Stoke-on-Trent jumped by over £33,000, or 17.2 per cent, from £193,662 to £227,002, Halifax...
Number of homes listed on Boxing Day was 26% higher than last year, says Rightmove
The South East saw the most new homes coming to market, followed by the East and the South West, Rightmove said.
Two lenders ring in 2025 with mortgage rate cuts - will other banks follow?
Most households with a good credit record can secure a mortgage rate of between 4% and 5% at the moment.
What do home buyers want in 2025? Three estate agents on how sellers can make a house shine
What can we do to ensure our house sells quickly next year? We want to ideally be in a new home by August.
House prices went up £12,000 in 2024 - and are tipped to keep rising in 2025
Prices have risen consecutively for the past four months according to Nationwide, as buyers look to avoid paying more tax on their purchase.
What landlords should expect in 2025: Higher rents, more stamp duty and the Renters' Rights Bill
We look at the five big issues landlords will have to contend with in 2025 - and how the rental market could look at the end of the year.
Cash buyers pay THOUSANDS less for a home than those with a mortgage
Cash buyers are securing hefty discounts when they buy a property thanks to the certainty they offer sellers, new figures show.
House prices up £10,000 in a year with typical home now worth nearly £300k, says Halifax
House prices fell slightly in December, according to the latest figures from Halifax.
Where are interest rates headed in 2025 and what will this mean for mortgages?
Interest rates were only cut twice in 2024 with base rate falling from a high of 5.25 per cent to 4.75 per cent. Will the cuts be deeper...
How to buy a house for as little as HALF price! TOBY WALNE at a property auction where savvy buyers can make a killing
The auction room goes quiet in suspense as the auctioneer raises the gavel above the block with a theatrical flourish. 'Going first... going...
Interest rates could be 2.5% by late 2027, economist predicts: What would that mean for mortgages?
Oxford Economics is predicting that interest rates will fall to 2.5% by late 2027, a much bigger drop than the 3.75% market consensus.
Mortgage rates to rise as borrowing costs reach highest level in 27 years
Rates had been expected to fall in 2025 due to expectations that the Bank of England will cut the base rate three or four times, but that...
Estate agents exclude leasehold details and other vital information from online property listings
Many property adverts are not compliant with current legislation, which means people are left without crucial information in the early...
How much British homeowners make when they sell revealed - and why profits are shrinking
The average homeowner in England and Wales sold their home for £91,820 more than they paid for it, having owned it for 8.9 years on average.
My new home has a pigeon infestation: How can I get rid of them?
I've just moved into my first ever property. It is a brand new apartment which is within a converted mill. The pigeons continue to come, no...
Why interest rates may NEVER fall back to their lows: What the end of the super-cheap money era means for you
The era of super-cheap money is over, according to leading economists who argue interest rates will not fall back to the low levels enjoyed...
House prices climbed £10,000 in year to November, official data shows
The average home was estimated to be worth £290,000 as of November, but the picture varies across the UK.
This is the town where property asking prices went up most in 2024, according to Rightmove
Locations in Surrey, Bristol and Manchester saw the biggest jump in asking prices in 2024, while the UK average was just 1.4%.
Four major mortgage lenders all increase rates at the same time: Here's why more may follow...
Major banks have begun increasing mortgage rates in earnest in response to the renewed uncertainty surrounding interest rates.
Banks could offer more large mortgages as Labour urges regulators to relax rules
Proposed rule changes could help first-time buyers borrow more, but also mean higher mortgage payments and greater risk.
Asking prices rise £6,000 in a MONTH - but 2025 is still a buyer's market says Rightmove
Price rises may begin to slow soon, the portal said, as a record number of sellers have put their home on the market since Boxing Day.
Amount under-45s pay in rent surged by billions last year as landlords pass on higher mortgage costs
The withdrawal of Help to Buy in March 2023 and rising mortgage rates have seen more younger people entering the rental market.
Barclays ups mortgage rates - as one broker calls for Government to intervene to avoid 'messy recession'
The move by Barclays follows hot on the heels of mortgage rate rises from Santander, HSBC, TSB and Leeds Building Society.
Spike in borrowers in their 30s taking ultra long mortgages which they will be paying into retirement
Financial Conduct Authority data reveals significant rise in people in their thirties taking out mortgages with a term of 35 years or more.
Asbestos removal expert on how to check YOUR home for the deadly dust
Demand for asbestos removal services jumped 21% in 2024, Checkatrade says - what's behind the rise, and what should homeowners look out for?
Nationwide's new mortgage rule gives first-time buyers less of a helping hand
Nationwide has dealt first-time buyers on modest incomes a blow by upping the income threshold on its sole applicant Helping Hand mortgage...
Surrey home with FIFTEEN bedrooms and a wedding venue could be yours for £6m
Grade II-listed Greyfriars House, which spans 14,000 square feet and has nine bedrooms, was designed in 1896 by architect Charles Voysey.
Revealed: Where Britain's first-time buyers pay the most and least compared to their salaries
Property is more affordable thanks to rising wages, but where are buyers paying the largest - and smallest - proportion of their salary to...
If we pick the cheapest estate agent to sell our home, how do we make sure they get the best price?
We have had three estate agents over to value. We are thinking of choosing the one that is only going to charge 1%. Should we?
We bought our first flat in country's 'most miserable town' Slough and LOVE it - here's why
Julius Pablo, 27, and his partner Raquel Robes, 31, are overjoyed at their recent property purchase in Slough.
Our neighbours feed foxes and it's making life hell - how can we stop it?
Every evening, a number of foxes now show up on our road waiting for food. The cat's scared to go out, bin liners are being ripped open and...
UK interest rates will fall faster and further than markets expect, two giant US banks predict
The Bank of England is likely to cut interest rates far further and faster than markets are currently expecting, according to two giant US...
Derelict West Yorkshire home of the Brontë sisters' father goes up for auction for £380k
While Thornbush Farm in West Yorkshire is now derelict, it's history is far from dull, and the entire 8.5 acre site is going up for auction...
Devon beach chalet with two beds and balcony could be yours... but you'll need £295,000
The chalet is just one of five located on Branscombe's east beach, nestled in the Jurassic Coast which is a Unesco World Heritage Site.
What is feng shui - and could it make my tiny flat feel like more of a home?
I'm interested in the concept of feng shui, but don't really know how it works or what it entails. Could it help my small home feel well...
The London room going to auction with a £65k guide price - and it's the width of a tube carriage
Speaking to This is Money, a Transport for London spokesperson said the room going up for auction in London 'is about the width of a tube...
Wye Valley Georgian manor house with 29 BEDROOMS could be yours for £2.75m
Pengethley Manor, a former hotel, has 29 bathrooms and five grand reception rooms, and is currently being used as a private home.
My neighbour's tree has destroyed my fence panel: Should they pay for repairs?
The tree's roots have warped the fence post and caused one panel to fall out. The fence belongs to me - so can I ask my neighbour to...
Inspired by Amanda and Alan's Spanish Job? Five doer-uppers for sale in Spain
It's still possible to buy your dream holiday home in Spain - despite the prime minister saying he wants to ban non-EU citizens from...
Seven major mortgage lenders cut rates: Should you lock in now or wait for further falls?
More mortgage lenders are cutting rates as lenders battle it out for market share.
Five homes for sale you'll love this Valentine's Day - which one would you pick?
Whether it's a cosy cottage you are after or a plush apartment with a seductive communal cinema room, there's something for everyone in the...
My wife wants open-plan living in our newly purchased 1980s home - can we knock the walls down?
My wife wants to create an open-plan living, kitchen and dining space. How do we know if we can knock a wall down or not?
The easiest way to add £25,000 to value of your house revealed... with simple and affordable home security
Homeowners who invest in security can add thousands to their property's value and cut insurance premiums.
Our house isn't selling - are the neighbours' Christmas lights devaluing it?
We want to sell our house quickly, but I'm worried our lively neighbours' Christmas lights are putting buyers off. How can we get our place...
Inflation could hit 4% this year: Would that stop the Bank of England cutting interest rates?
Inflation could hit 4 per cent this year if Bank of England's forecasts only slightly exceed expactations.
I want to buy a house near Heathrow's expansion, can I haggle more money off?
I am considering buying a house close to Heathrow Airport. However, it would be heavily affected by the third runway expansion plans. Can I...
How affordable is your town or city? Best and worst locations for home buyers revealed
UK Debt Expert looked at the affordability of 90 towns and cities, factoring in house prices and average incomes.
Number of £1m homes in Britain increases a third in five years to 700,000
Savills calculated a net gain of 3,127 more properties being worth at least £1m last year, compared with 2023.
Top 10 property hotspots for families with young children revealed
A new data series by estate agency Jackson-Stops gives buyers a helping hand in selecting family-friendly locations to live in England.
Former windmill in Lincolnshire could be yours for £155,000 - but there are plenty of catches...
Planning permission for change of use to a dwelling has been applied for, with the decision pending, Grice & Hunter, the seller's estate...
Badgers have made a sett under my son's property - what can we do?
Badgers have made their sett under my son's garage, digging out several tonnes of soil into his neighbour's garden. What should we do next?
Nowhere near net zero homes! Energy performance ratings in England are dire... here's where it's worst
More than half of properties in England fall below the C energy performance certificate rating which landlords will be required to meet by...
Home buying jargon buster: Our guide to the property terms you must know
This is Money debunks some of the most mystifying property terms in our handy dictionary for buyers and sellers.
Fly-tipping hotspots REVEALED: The ten places in England where illegal waste dumping is rife
We reveal the places where most rubbish is disposed of illegally - and what to do if it happens near you.
Former mortuary near Needham Market goes up for auction and could be yours for £60,000
Offering scope to for an imaginative developer, The Old Mortuary would have serviced locals during the Second World War.
Best homes for sale in Greece: As Britons flock there, here are seven sun-soaked properties YOU could buy now
As well as a cheaper cost of living and low taxes, Greece offers a golden visa for those investing in property in the country.
I want to turn my home into a house for homeless people after I die - how can I make sure it happens?
I would like to ensure that my home was not sold and remained solely used as a home for the homeless. How can I do this?
Want to win a French chateau? Apply to be on Channel 4's new show!
Chateau DIY: Win the Dream will see aspiring chateau owners compete in challenges to prove they have what it takes to win a French chateau.
How much is a driveway worth? The premium buyers say they would pay
According to the findings, having a driveway can boost the value of a property by up to 10%.
Undertakers turned three-bed home being sold by The Traitors star - and could be yours for £5m
Nathan Khider, who was on The Traitors, is selling a former undertakers which has been transformed into a bachelor pad. It could be yours...
My neighbour upstairs ripped out all the carpets - can I take him to court to stop the noise?
My neighbour bought the bulk of the property in August 2024 and he immediately ripped out the carpets on the ground floor. The noise is...
Half a million home moves stuck in conveyancing 'log-jam' ahead of stamp duty changes
Rightmove has estimated that 74,000 moves, which includes 25,000 first-time buyers , will just miss the 31 March deadline and complete in...
Total value of the UK housing market up 6.3% last year
There were 1.1m residential property transactions, with an average sale price of £343,922.
Price of buying an average detached house jumps £100,000 in just five years
Larger homes are driving house price growth across Britain, new data from Halifax has revealed.
Labour wants more timber frame houses: What's good and bad about them?
Wood-framed homes are greener - but how much do they cost, and can you get a mortgage?
Do I need planning permission for driveway bollards, how much do they cost to install and can they add value to my home?
I have a driveway with a partial wall and we have a garage, but the cars won't fit. I'm thinking about putting bollards up so I can secure...
Briton's average annual mortgage bill soars £2,800 in just two years due to rocketing rates
British households - both renters and homeowners - spent a record £217billion on housing costs last year - £8.6billion more than the...
The garden can sell your home - here's five tips to get it in shape before listing
We speak to gardening expert Matti Laschkari about his top five tips to help you get your garden in shape for spring and prospective buyers.
High tech sofas now come kitted out with speakers, phone chargers... and even a WINE FRIDGE
People spending more time at home want to make their spaces as comfortable and functional as possible, according to DFS.
My neighbour's builders keep burning rubbish in the garden - what should I do?
Some of it is wood and garden rubbish, but I've also seen them set fire to a mattress and other household junk.
How to make a small garden look bigger: These 15 tricks will make the most of a poky outdoor space
Two home and garden experts explain how to put a pocket-sized plot to good use.
This 1,000 year-old Italian castle with 29 bedrooms could be yours... for £12.5m
Rezzanello Castle, located near Milan, spans 6,000 square metres and has 30 bathrooms, a wine cellar and a helipad.
Historic Grade II-listed TOWER in Northampton up for auction for £225k
The converted eighteenth century Hawking Tower was built as a folly by the Second Earl of Strafford and Wentworth.
My neighbour sells used cars in our cul-de-sac: Can I get him to stop?
My neighbour can have up to seven cars parked in front of his house and on the pavements, which he sells to private buyers. What can I do?
Audrey Hepburn's former home of 30 years is up for sale...have a look inside
Audrey Hepburn lived in the 12-bedroom eighteenth century Swiss home, La Paisible, which translates as The Peaceful, for three decades,
The flat I want to buy has a £3,000 annual service charge: Should I steer clear?
The building seems low-maintenance, so I am not sure why the charge is so high. Is it a red flag?
Want to live near the UK's newest theme park? Here are the homes you can buy in Bedford
Universal is looking to open a new massive theme park in Bedford. This is Money looks at four properties up for sale in the area.
Seven-bed Yorkshire castle with a steam room and wine cellar on sale for £7m
The 700 year-old property, called Kirby Knowles Castle, spans 14,208 sq ft and is set in 65 acres of land overlooking rural Yorkshire.
How much it REALLY costs to move to the catchment area for a top school
Moving home to gain entry to a sought-after primary school can be a competitive business - not to mention expensive.
Abandoned water tower going up for auction for £275,000
Perched on a generous plot near the shores of Grafham Water, Perry Water Tower is a landmark and now stands as a blank canvas for...
Britain's beauty spots where you can buy your dream home for 30% BELOW the asking price
Your dream home may seem out of reach but you could wipe as much as 30 pc off the listed price in some areas as desperate sellers want to...
EXCLUSIVEPeriod homes now cost 123% more a year to insure than contemporary properties
The average home insurance premium for a period property is £547 per year, compared to £302 a year for homes built after the year 2000,...
Take a look inside this South African game reserve with 28 bedroom suites which could be yours for £9.7m
Magic Hills is a privately owned game reserve stretching around 40,000 acres and housing 28 bedroom suites.
Cold War bunker on the edge of Sandringham could be yours... for just £20,000
The Dersingham Royal Observer Corps post was once part of a large network of observation posts up and down the country.
Can we sell our £1.2million house without the neighbours knowing?
We're keen to avoid time wasters who just want to nose around, and don't like the idea of having a sign plonked outside the house.
EXCLUSIVEInside the 'greenest' new builds in Britain... but the Hartdene Barns homes in Kent start at £1.25m
Damien and Michael Wynne, co-founders of Q New Homes, claim that while some developers claim to be eco-conscious, many still use materials...
Why we love being mid-life, middle-class renters and NEVER want to get tied to a mortgage
Home ownership is an aspiration ingrained into the British psyche. But not everyone dreams of one day having a property of their own.
Mortgage Calculator: Compare fixed rates and repayment vs interest-only
Our calculator allows you to see how different mortgages stack up, compare repayment and interest-only and see how much interest you will...
Winston Churchill's first bachelor pad up for sale for £3.75m
105 Mount Street became Churchill's pied-à-terre in August 1900, when at the age of 25, leased the property from his cousin.
How much does it costs to run a fan or air conditioning unit?
Running a desktop fan for 24 hours costs 23p, according to data from Uswitch.
Major bank cuts mortgage rates and now has a 3.79% best buy - here's who can get it
Halifax has cut its mortgage rates, and now offers the cheapest two-year fix on the market - though it comes with a hefty fee.
My Help to Buy neighbour is illegally renting out his flat - how can I put a stop to it?
Homes that were bought with the help of the Government scheme can't can't then be rented to tenants - but no-one I have told seems to be...
We built extensions with no planning permission required! How YOU can do the same
Turning a house into your dream home is expensive enough - and applying for planning permission can add to the cost and mean weeks of...
I lost two of my TOES while mowing the lawn... here's how to avoid accidents at home
Sales manager Brian Whitnall had a serious accident involving a lawn mower in September 2024.
Cost of major home building projects drops by up to 28%
Enquiries about 'big ticket' home improvements increased in the last quarter, according to new data from Checkatrade.
Seagulls are dive-bombing us in the garden, how do we get rid of them?
A pair of seagulls had some chicks and the entire family has made themselves at home in our garden. How can we get them to move elsewhere?
There's now a compelling case for scrapping stamp duty on downsizers says JEFF PRESTRIDGE
Ensuring more of us have the means to enjoy later life devoid of financial struggle is the thrust of a new report by consumer group Fairer...
EXCLUSIVEDemand for student digs and plush offices helping buoy commercial property 'revival'
Having grappled with inflationary pressures and a 'punitive tax regime', commercial real estate is 'turning a corner', findings from...
Hedgehog numbers are falling: How to make a home for them in your garden
Creating 'hedgehog highways,' avoiding slug pellets and leaving out water - not milk - can all help the creatures thrive.
The 10 places in Britain where you'll get the biggest garden for your money
Data has revealed the cities and towns where you can get a bigger garden for your money, with Aberdeen named top.
Take a look inside Kris Jenner's $13.5m California mansion with eight bathrooms listed for sale
The property featured heavily in former episodes of Keeping Up With The Kardashians.
EXCLUSIVEThe 10 red flags buyers MUST look out for when viewing a home
New research from e.surv shows the 10 problems most prospective buyers forget to check when viewing a property.
How much extra would YOU pay for a house with a garage? Home buyers in one area pay a £129,000 premium
Demand for properties with garages in one London borough is the highest out of anywhere in Britain, Zoopla said.
Number of US buyers looking for a home in Britain hits eight year high - here's where they want to buy
The number of enquiries from the US about homes for sale in Britain since the start of the year is 19% higher than the beginning of last...
We want a new kitchen but tradesmen don't return our calls or give us quotes - why?
Some trades we've been in touch with haven't returned our calls. Others have come to do a quote but then go silent. How can we get someone...
Bank of England founder's 10-bed mansion on the market for £2.5m
The Old Hall has been home to a string of well-heeled residents over the years. It has 10 bedrooms and a heated outdoor swimming pool.
EXCLUSIVEThis is the borough where Londoners get most garden for their money - and the least
The average Londoner gets 23.6 sq m of garden space per £100,000 they spend on a house - but some areas offer much better value.
London house just 6ft WIDE is going up for auction for £140,000
The property has been used as a ceramics workshop and could, subject to planning permission, be redeveloped into a new business or home.
Seven renovation mistakes which could REDUCE your home's value
From statement tiles to converting the garage, these alterations could put future buyers off.
My wife insists on showing potential buyers around our house - should we just let the estate agent do it?
We've lived in our house for decades but now need to downsize. My wife likes to show buyers around the house, but we've had zero offers.
Want a seaside property bargain? Swap Sandbanks and Salcombe for one of THESE lesser-known gems
With the average price of a property on or near the coast just £295,001, buyers seeking a home by the beach need not give up hope.
Will we see 'noisy heat pump' rows as Ed Miliband lets homeowners put them right next to neighbours?
Before the announced change, homeowners needed planning permission if they wanted to install a heat pump within one metre of their...
My neighbour smokes and the fumes come into to our flat: Can we stop him?
He wants me to help pay for a leaking pipe - but he won't do anything about the smell of his cigarette smoke.
Selling your home? How to stage your garden to add value and make buyers fall in love with it
Embellishing a garden and projecting an aspirational lifestyle is now a significant part of selling a property. It follows a trend in the US...
Relaxed mortgage rules will boost first-time buyers but send house prices up, says report
Easing mortgage stress tests looks set to trigger higher first-time buyer numbers and increased property prices, Savills said.
Victorian chapel home in Hampshire could be yours for £1.4m
Set in the heart of the South Downs National Park, Woodlands Chapel dates back to 1889 and has stained glass windows and a bell tower.
Unloved house next to Eryri National Park in Wales is going to auction: Could it be YOUR perfect project?
Craig y Nos has been owned by the same family for generations, but has fallen into disrepair and needs a full renovation.
We loathe our neighbours - can we put a fence down the middle of our shared driveway?
We live in a house with a shared driveway and have had a history of problems with our neighbours, particularly when it comes to the shared...
Nine red flags you must spot BEFORE buying a home
Two experts outline nine key red flags to watch out for before taking the plunge and buying a home.
My mum wants to buy a retirement flat: Is it a bad idea?
My dad died a year ago and my mum is looking to downsize. What do we need to know before considering a retirement flat?
Four experts reveal how to ensure your home's interior NEVER goes out of fashion
From choosing the right lighting to creating a classic kitchen, here is how to create a home that won't look outdated.
Million-pound home listings more than double since 2019... but are they selling for that much?
Over 5% of homes now come with a seven-figure price tag. We look at five that can be snapped up right now across the country.
My neighbours complain about my dog barking - could they report me?
A few weeks ago, the couple next door knocked on my door and explained that they kept hearing my dog barking at about 10pm at night.
EXCLUSIVEHow choosing the right mortgage lender could allow a first-time buyer to borrow £124,000 more
Research reveals which lenders will offer a typical first-time buyer couple the biggest mortgage - and which will let them borrow least.
We want to buy a flat above a Post Office, will it be a mortgage headache or hard to sell in the future?
My husband and I have found a flat we really like. However, we have one major concern. The flat is located above a Post Office.
Got air con or a south-facing garden? This is how much extra buyers will pay for your house in summer
Zoopla reveals how much popular summer and winter features can add to a home's price - and whether buyers could get a bargain 'out of...
I'm worried my neighbours' leaning 6ft garden wall could hurt someone: What can I do?
I live in a village in the East of England where lots of the properties are very old. The problem is that some of the garden walls are...
The house Aston Martin built: British car firm unveils luxury Tokyo mansion... with a lavish garage
The four-storey residence is in the city's highly desirable Omotesandō district, meaning you'll need a sizable collection of zeros in your...
Major lender cuts mortgage rates to best buys days after Halifax, Barclays and HSBC offer better deals
One of Britain's biggest mortgage lenders has announced it will be cutting rates across its home loan deals.
EXCLUSIVEWe're TV property experts: Here's what's REALLY putting buyers off your home
Scarlette and Stuart Douglas talk to This is Money about the most common problems in homes sellers are struggling to shift.
Prefab flat in Mayfair sells for more than £15m after ferocious bidding war
Rival buyers around the globe pushed the price of the three-bedroom flat in central London 'well above' the £15m asking price, according to...
House prices see biggest monthly fall since 2023 as buyers demand big discounts
A hike to stamp duty bills, a rush of homes for sale and a squeeze on household finances have all contributed to the recent decline in the...
Golden age of house price growth is over, economists claim
The researchers assessed the performance of stocks and shares versus house prices over the past century, and found investing is now winning...
First-time buyer demand in cities soars - with one trendy Scottish city seeing a HUGE spike
The boom in cities contrasted with seaside towns, where first-time buyer numbers flatlined thanks to soaring prices and poor connections.
EXCLUSIVEWe built a bar in our garden - it saves us £6,000 a year on nights out
Mum-of-three Claire Appleton, 42, built, painted and decorated her very own garden bar for £370 after sourcing materials on Amazon.
A third of Britons REGRET buying their home - here's how to make sure you don't
The biggest regrets buyers expressed included paying too much, picking the wrong location and choosing to buy a new-build.
Isa allowance cut could mean it is harder to get a mortgage
Cutting the tax-free savings allowance from the current level of £20,000 could have a knock-on effect on the housing market, a mutual has...
The house I bought is infested with rats - can I take action against the seller?
I moved house a few months ago and recently heard a noise in the loft. Upon inspection, I noticed some rat droppings. What can I do?
House prices flat in June, says Halifax: What will happen to values in the rest of 2025?
House prices remained flat last month, according to the latest figures from Halfax.
EXCLUSIVEI spent 13 years renovating my grade II listed cottage in Hampshire - here's why I'm selling up
Claire O'Donnell tells This is Money how she transformed her property, Rose Cottage in Hampshire, and why she's now ready to move on.
I'm a property expert... Rob Dix on house prices, mortgage rates, buying tips and his best ever investment
This month Rob Dix takes on our quickfire property questions and gives his views on the current state of the market.
Mortgage battle between major banks ramps up as HSBC cuts rates for third time in two weeks
Mortgage lenders appear caught in a game of tit for tat as they battle it out for top spot across best buy tables.
My neighbour opposite has got a Ring doorbell - how can I ensure I'm not being filmed?
We feel the doorbell is compromising our privacy, particularly as our living room and master bedroom look out over the road.
We've exchanged on our house sale - but now the buyer wants 10% off
Our buyer claims he got a second opinion on the survey, and now wants to pay less to make up for doing repairs.
Homes for sale at seven year high as landlords flood the market
Almost half a million properties were put on the market between April and June this year, the highest since 2018.
I'm buying a house and its seller wants to buy mine: Can I 'gift' it to them and avoid stamp duty?
Would it not be possible for us to do some form of swap where I essentially pay them the difference to reduce the stamp duty?
We moved to the city and can't bear the noise: What's the best way to soundproof our home?
We relocated for work and are struggling with the noise. How much could soundproofing cost and is planning permission needed?
Three bedroom house in popular seaside village sells for just £3,500: Would YOU move into this property?
The home went up for auction with a guide price of just £1 - but the buyer will have a project on their hands.
House prices are MORE affordable than 20 years ago - but they are still up to 9 times salary in some areas
Over the last 20 years, house prices have increased 73% - but typical earnings have risen by slightly more.
Give more first-time buyers bigger mortgages, Reeves tells finance firms
More first-time buyers are set to be given mortgages worth more than 4.5 times their salary under the reforms.
House prices up in May, as Scotland and North see big rises while London struggles
House prices jumped by £3,500 or 1.1 per cent in May, but some regions outperformed.
Renters could end up £340,000 worse off than homeowners over 30 years
Renters could end up hundreds of thousands worse off by continuing to rent rather than buying a home, a new study has claimed.
Lloyds to hand bigger mortgages to thousands of first-time buyers
The banking group has set aside an extra £4billion to lend to first-time buyers borrowing between 4.5 and 5.5 times their salary.
Best mortgage rates edge down AGAIN as more lenders make cuts: How much lower will they go?
The cheapest fixed rate mortgages have edged lower once again thanks to another wave of rate cuts by lenders this week.
Homes with a sea view now demand £90,000 premium - we reveal where in Britain it adds the most
Buyers hunting for a costal home know they'll need to pay over the odds to secure one of these in demand properties.
Would you go off-grid? This woodland cabin is on sale for £165,000
The cabin's owners, Tom and Glory, told This is Money that they will miss the peace and quiet of the cabin, which is in the ancient Whittle...
One man reportedly lived in a cave here for 30 years...now you can buy this private island for £500,000
The island was left to the National Trust for Scotland in the will of David Brearley.
Wasps making our lives a misery: How can we get our neighbour to tackle a nest while we try to sell our home?
We're trying to sell our house, but next door has a major wasp infestation at the front of their property, which is always visible during...
Do YOU live in a Japanese knotweed hotspot? Here's how to spot and get rid of it
New data from Environet reveals the 20 areas worst affected by Japanese knotweed across England.
Sky-high cost of building work sends planning applications for home renovations plummeting
Planning consents for home improvement and extensions have fallen to their lowest level in a decade, according to the estate agent Savills.
A solicitor put an anti-fraud restriction on our home - and now we can't get a new mortgage
Are we going to have this problem every time we want to remortgage - and is there even any point having an anti-fraud restriction on the...
Property asking prices fall AGAIN as Rightmove records worst seasonal dip in more than 20 years
Property asking prices fell by £4,531 on average this month, according to the latest figures from Rightmove.
How much should I pay an estate agent? My friends say my quote is extortionate
The estate agent we have chosen wasn't the cheapest of the three quotes we got, but we thought the agent really knew his stuff. Are we...
Donatella Versace-designed flat in London's Nine Elms goes on the market for £10.7m
The duplex flat being sold by Chestertons spans 3,664 sq ft and has two reception rooms and five bathrooms.
Flat in iconic Poirot building up for sale for £190k - but it's not exactly spacious
Located on Charterhouse Square, the building is instantly recognisable as Whitehaven Mansions, the fictional home of Agatha Christie's...
Fears that London house price falls will spread across UK
Evidence suggests the ultra-rich are renting rather than buying mansions in the capital to avoid the hated tax.
The landlord tax trap stopping home owners renting out their spare rooms
Households can let out a furnished room and earn up to £7,500 a year tax-free without notifying the tax office.
I'm a property expert... Zoopla's Richard Donnell says a three-bed in THIS location is his top investment tip
Richard Donnell takes on our quickfire property questions and gives his views on the state of the market.
House prices see biggest monthly rise this YEAR as banks offer cheaper and bigger mortgages
According to Halifax, property prices went up in the month of July as mortgages got more affordable.
What the Bank of England interest rate cut to 4% means for your mortgage and savings
We explain what the Bank of England's decision to cut rates means for your money - and whether rates will be cut again soon.
Number of borrowers over 36 taking out 35-year mortgages surges 251%
Increasing numbers of people are taking out mortgages they could be paying off well into their seventies, new Freedom of Information (FOI)...
The TINY London flats that still won't attract stamp duty after 1 April
Only a small number of properties in London will be exempt from stamp duty once the thresholds change - here are 11 of them.
Seven-bed Worcestershire house where Churchill met Charles de Gaulle goes up for sale for £3.75m
Grade II-listed Winterdyne House was built in 1760 and has had a series of eccentric owners over the years.
Down valuations rise: What happens if you and your mortgage lender don't agree on how much a home is worth?
Households are seeing their homes valued at less than expected during mortgage applications, according to property experts.
We have supersized rats under the decking at home - what should we do?
We moved into a new home recently and on day two, I was standing with a cup of tea in the kitchen looking out to the garden and spotted a...
Trustpilot for landlords? Buy-to-let owners to be forced to join a register tenants can check
Landlords may soon need to sign up to a national database that will be visible to councils and tenants, if a controversial piece of...
A THIRD of Britons have rowed with a neighbour - these are the top reasons why
Neighbours are battling over everything from barking dogs, fence panels, rowdy children, trampolines and garden bars to wheelie bins and...
Fifth of buy-to-let companies set up by landlords who aren't British citizens
According to Hamptons, many are likely to be individuals with citizenship in countries such as India and Nigeria, but who are living in the...
Nationwide offers homeowners who remortgage to it £34,000 bigger loans
The building society is relaxing affordability checks for new remortgage customers - if they fix for five years.
House prices are falling say estate agents - but it's a mixed picture across Britain
House prices are falling, according to the latest survey by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors.
Battersea flats offer IV drips to order, vitamin C showers... and mushroom tea on tap: Would YOU live here?
The block of flats on the site of a former candle factory in south London will also have 'wellness pods' and a 'grounding area'.
Is it a house or a maze? Quirky terrace with more than 20 ROOMS going under the hammer next month
The three-bedroom house has been in the same ownership for 50 years and is being sold at auction with vacant possession.
Home repossessions jump 47% in a year as more households struggle with higher mortgage rates
The number of home and landlord repossessions has risen in the second quarter of 2025 compared to the same period in 2024.
A THIRD of listed homes have been reduced as average house price drops £5,000 in a month
Despite the average asking price of a newly-listed property falling by 1.3% in the last month alone, many are still finding it hard to...
Two-year fixed mortgage rates hit lowest level since Liz Truss's 2022 mini-Budget
Average two-year fixed rate mortgages have dipped below 5% for the first time in almost three years.
Are window shutters a better and cheaper alternative to air con?
How much will they cost for my four-bed detached home, and are they worth the investment?
New build prices PLUMMET - with one region seeing homes drop £43,000 in a year
Experts suggest that there is a growing disconnect between what developers charge for new build homes, and what buyers are willing to pay.
EXCLUSIVEI built a proper old-school pub in my garden - now I'm selling up
Karl Lake, 60, grew up in pubs as a child and has recreated it at his home in Poringland near Norwich.
Why the Oasis tour could increase your mortgage rate as inflation hits 3.8%
Households could see mortgage rates once again edge up again over the coming weeks thanks to a surprise uptick in inflation.
House prices up £9,000 in past year with homes in North East rising nearly 10 times faster than London
The typical home has risen in value by £9,000 over the past year, according to official figures.
Do I have to let my neighbours into my garden so they can finish their ugly extension?
My neighbours want to access my property to finish their extension, but I don't want to give them it. Can I be forced to?
We're about to move house and pay £93,000 stamp duty: Should we pull out on rumours tax could be axed?
We're due to exchange on 30 September - so it was extremely stressful to read about a potential overhaul of stamp duty rules in the Autumn...
Homes priced too high take over twice as long to sell as 'for sale' signs continue to increase
Home sellers risk waiting months to sell their home if they price their property too highly, Zoopla has warned.
Labour's property market armageddon: Landlords selling up, soaring rents and home moves at a 'grinding halt'. Now the Mail's experts reveal...
A series of property market tax proposals which have been floated ahead of the Autumn Budget are already hitting confidence among landlords...
What does it really mean to buy a share of freehold flat?
I'm looking to buy my first home. If I buy a flat with a share of the freehold, what are the potential pros, cons and costs involved?
House prices fall in August as Budget property tax rumours risk sending them lower
Average house prices remain lower than at their peak in August 2022, when they hit £273,751.
Government is way behind its 1.5m homes target: Can it still be done?
The government is falling drastically short of its housebuilding targets, figures from the Office For National Statistics (ONS) suggest.
Estate agent says FIFTH of house sales falling through on Budget tax concerns as November date 'fuels uncertainty'
Rachel Reeves announced today that the Budget will now take place on 26 November, rather than October, meaning 84 days of speculation lie...
Britain's hottest rental spots REVEALED - as tenants leave city centres in search of affordable rooms
Britain's hottest rental spots are no longer in city centres but instead in the suburbs as tenants look to escape soaring monthly costs.
House prices rise for third month in a row to reach new record high, says Halifax
The report bucks the gloom surrounding the housing market at the moment, which has focussed on falling prices in expensive areas.
We spent £57,000 on a garden room - is it worth building one in your home?
After buying their new-build, Vimal, a doctor, and Lisa, a homemaker, quickly realised they wanted to create more space at home. A garden...
I live in a flying freehold property - can I convert a bricked-up window back to normal?
The outside of my window is on next door's property, but I want to change the bricked-up window in my bedroom to a standard one.
Fewer Londoners leave the capital amid low house price growth and return to office mandates
The number of Londoners buying homes outside the capital has fallen to its lowest level since 2013.
Higher stamp duty caused property market slowdown - and Budget tax rumours could stall it again
Higher stamp duty costs led to a drop-off in property market activity earlier this year, data shows - as more housing tax changes could be...
EPCs are not fit for purpose with an industry insider warning of bogus surveys
Carbon emissions from homes with high 'EPC ratings' have been proven to be little different from poorly insultated properties, a new study...
Ministers meet mortgage lenders to discuss plans to hand out bigger loans
Ministers are meeting mortgage lenders today to discuss plans to make it easier for people to get in the housing ladder, including by...
My girlfriend and I have outgrown our one bed flat: Can we move our mortgage to a bigger home without triggering a penalty?
My partner and I can afford a bigger home as our salaries have increased but we are also worried about triggering an early repayment charge...
House prices could fall as Budget fears cause buyers to get cold feet
Property agents say uncertainty is already leading to a slowdown in the market, which could last until the Budget is delivered in late...
Another major bank raises mortgage rates on gloomier interest rate outlook and Budget uncertainty
Another bank has announced it is increasing its mortgage rates on the back of gloomier economic forecasts, with brokers predicting further...
You can still buy a home in Britain for under £150,000... here's where
With many buyers buckling under the pressure of high living and mortgage rates , tracking down an affordable home in a desirable location is...
Mortgage payments rocket 47% in five years to hit a record average above £1,000 for the first time
Direct debit data published by the Office for National Statistics, showed average homeowner monthly mortgage repayments came in at £1,002.27...
A neighbour has redirected her climbing plants to grow on my extension's windows - what can I do?
I have built an extension right up to my boundary and been granted a certificate of lawful development from the local authority. Now my nei
I'm a property expert: Here's why one fifth of our landlords have sold up
Central London buying agent Jo Eccles says nearly a third of her clients are Americans who are attracted by the London lifestyle.
Property tax shake-up would pile pressure on 'underperforming' London and the South East
There has been speculation Rachel Reeves could introduce a number of major property tax changes in the Autumn Budget.
House price forecast slashed by upmarket estate agent as oversupply of homes and pre-Budget nerves bite
One of Britain's biggest property firms has once again downgraded its forecasts for future house price growth.
Millions renovate homes rather than moving to avoid stress and cost
One in 15 homes in England and Wales have made substantial home improvements, such as installing a loft conversion.
First-time buyers take out mega-mortgages to buy a 'forever home'
Buyers are stretching their budgets to buy a bigger first home, in a bid to avoid a costly and stressful move after just a few years.
As almost one quarter of flats sell at a loss, why have home buyers fallen out of love with leasehold?
A growing number of flat owners are being forced to sell their homes for less than they paid for them, as appetite for single-storey homes...
Britain's home buying process is 'outdated' and failed transactions cost movers £560m every year
Britain's 'outdated' home buying and selling process is costing home movers £560m every year due to failed transactions, a leading high...
House price growth slows in July - but northern regions vastly outperform the south
The average sold house price went up by 2.8% in the year to July, but more affordable parts of the country saw far bigger rises.
Mortgage brokers steering borrowers to two-year fixes to line their pockets, whistleblower claims
Given the mortgage rate spikes of the past few years, borrowers are keen to get the right advice - but one insider suggests some brokers...
REVEALED: This is where property asking prices have DROPPED in the last year
Properties in the south have seen asking prices tumble by thousands of pounds over the past year to the dismay of homeowners, property...
I've been put at risk of redundancy - what happens if I can't pay my mortgage?
I have a wife and two young children. We live in a three-bedroom semi-detached house and I don't want to have to sell up. We're really...
Nationwide cuts mortgage rates despite Bank of England's decision to hold
Mortgage rates are heading lower after Britain's biggest building society announced it will be cutting rates.
The 12 questions you MUST ask a mortgage broker before committing to a new deal
We explain how to check if a broker is the right fit for you, and whether they have the most suitable mortgage deal for your needs.
We're selling our family home for £450,000: Should we rent and invest the windfall?
In our area, the £450,000 could pay rent for 37.5 years. Would renting and investing the money in our pensions and Isas be better than...
Buyers still willing to pay a premium to live close to train stations in major cities despite rise of working from home
Buying within 500 metres of a train station in a major city could cost tens of thousands of pounds more than buying just 1km further away, a...
Should we sell a share of our building's freehold to our neighbour?
I live in a top-storey flat in an old Victorian house, and own a share of the building's freehold. My neighbour doesn't, but now says she...
Rents FALL in London as landlords struggle to sell up ahead of Renters' Rights Bill
The Renters' Rights Bill, which is set to become law in early 2026, will put tighter restrictions on landlords' ability to evict tenants and...
Barclays cuts mortgage rates for home buyers with smaller deposits
The high street bank is now offering the only sub-4% deal on the market for someone buying with a 20% deposit.
Concerns raised over Ebay offering discounts to shoppers who buy now, pay later with Klarna
An Ebay promotion offering discounts to shoppers who paid with Klarna risked encouraging the use of buy now, pay later, consumer charity...
We have a bedbug infestation in our rental property - what are our rights?
We started renting a house a few months ago and are now dealing with bedbugs. What can we do?
I'm 76 and may retire in two years: Should I buy a £1.3m doer-upper or rent for £6k a month?
My current home is under offer for £805,000. I have savings of over £700,000 of which £500,000 will be required to purchase and refurb the...
My downstairs neighbour replaced their ceiling and the soundproofing's gone - what can I do?
All the flats in my block are leasehold and built in 1978. Noise from downstairs is now a nightmare after they replaced their ceiling. What...
Budget property tax fears 'paralyses' £500k-plus house sales
Labour's languishing over the Autumn Budget is hitting the upper echelons of the property market hard, new data shows.
First-time buyers with 5% deposit offered part interest-only mortgages
Mortgage lender Gen H is offering a part repayment, part interest-only mortgage targeted at first-time buyers with small deposits.
House prices up in September in spite of Budget property tax rumours
The typical home's value increased in September, according to the latest mortgage lending figures from Nationwide Building Society.
Should you relocate out of London to one of these 10 hotspots to get more bang for your buck?
Londoners fed up with the capital with its high house prices, crime levels and rigmarole of crammed tube and bus commutes are turning to...
House prices FELL in September as Budget tax hike fears put property market on hold
Property prices are up only 0.3% since the start of 2025 and just 1.3% higher than they were in September last year.
I couldn't have bought my first home without discounted stamp duty: This anti-growth tax has got to go, says HELEN CRANE
The stamp duty break which ended this year gave us a vital leg-up - without it, our tax bill would have tripled and we'd still not be on the...
Could we REALLY scrap stamp duty? What ditching the hated tax would cost and why it could boost the economy
We explain how much stamp duty people pay, how much it adds to the Treasury coffers and what could replace it if it is axed.
Moving home set to become quicker and cheaper: Here's what you need to know
Homebuying may be about to become quicker, cheaper and easier thanks to government plans to revolutionise the process.
First-time buyers battle rising house prices with cost soaring 10% in a YEAR in one area
House prices for those buying their first property have outpaced the rest of the market because it is now easier to get a larger mortgage,...
EXCLUSIVEThe council tax house price lottery: How some homes worth MILLIONS pay just 0.03% of their value
The system, based on house prices from 1991, has long been criticised because residents of some wealthy areas pay far less proportionally...
The British cities where BUYING a home is cheaper than renting... even with a 5% deposit
New data from Lloyds Bank shows that buying still beats renting in most of Britain's large cities - though there are some where a mortgage...
Where should YOU buy a home? From low crime to transport links, use our calculator to find the best area based on the things that matter...
There is no perfect place to live. Anyone house-hunting can attest that finding a town or city that ticks every box is all but impossible.
How can we get the sellers of the house we're buying to let us keep their Aga?
In the house we are looking at, there are a number of items we'd like to be included in the sale. How can we ensure the sellers don't run...
EXCLUSIVEMillions of Britons have NO IDEA how to switch off water, gas or electric in an emergency
Around three million homeowners in Britain have no idea how to switch off the water system inside their home, data seen by the Daily Mail...
The ultimate guide to downsizing: What the Budget means for your plans, when to move and how to do it as cheaply as possible
The prospect of upcoming property tax changes in next month's Budget and beyond is creating huge uncertainty for all aspiring home-movers.
Mortgage rates RISE for first time since February as Budget fears grow
Average mortgage rates are on the rise for the first time in eight months, as lenders exercise caution ahead of possible tax rises in...
Record number of millennials become landlords - despite struggling to get on the housing ladder themselves
Three-quarters of shareholders in new buy-to-let businesses this year were born between 1981 and 1996.
EXCLUSIVEService charges laid bare: Flat owners hammered by costs in the TENS of thousands
New data reveals where in Britain people pay the most in service charges, as fears grow that the fees are making flats hard to sell.
Will the Renters' Rights Bill get me out of my tenancy contract early?
My landlord wants me to sign a two-year rent contract. If I did, would I be able to exit it without any penalties once the new tenant rights...
Housebuilders are selling brand new homes at a discount as market struggles
Britain's housebuilders are struggling, new figures have revealed, opening up potential bargains for some buyers.
Is now a good time to buy my first buy-to-let in the north of England?
I've read that buying a property in the north of England could be a good investment and provide me with strong returns.
Property asking prices fall across ALL of southern England as Budget-wary buyers sit on their hands
Asking prices in London, the south east, the south west and the east of England have all ticked down as buyer confidence tumbles, Rightmove...
EXCLUSIVEData reveals huge spike in house price cuts and abandoned sales ahead of Budget
Compared to 2021 and 2022, when the property market was booming, the number of asking price cuts has more than doubled.
HALF of mortgage borrowers fix for two years: Are they being too optimistic about rate cuts?
One expert says Britons could be making a mistake by not locking in their mortgage rate for more than two years, as interest rates might not...
House prices inch up, but flats and London homes see falls
House prices are continuing to rise, according to the latest figures from the ONS, but flat and maisonette prices are falling.
Two major banks CUT mortgage rates after inflation stalls
Two major banks have cut their their mortgage rates on news interest rates could now fall faster than expected.
Aston Martin to develop luxury apartments in Florida... which include an luxury car simulator
Residents will have a slew of amenities to hand, including jacuzzis, swimming pools, a movie theatre, gym, golf simulator and an Aston...
We've just sold our home but there is nothing to buy: Should we rent and what should we do with the cash from our sale while we wait?
We have sold our home but are struggling to find somewhere to buy. Should we just rent and if so, how can we make the proceeds of our sale...
Rents reach record high as tenants shell out 44% of their pay on a home
Rental costs for tenants have reached new record highs, with tenants shelling out 44% of their pay on rent.
Christmas housing market slowdown has started eight weeks earlier than usual
The usual pre-Christmas slowdown across the property market has begun six to eight weeks earlier than normal, according to Zoopla.
Can I get a mortgage to buy a house without having a job?
I recently sold my stake in the family home that I share with my siblings. It means I now have enough to buy a property - but I am a student...
Rachel Reeves' £2million mansion tax: How could it work and what would it do to the housing market?
The potential mansion tax is the latest in a long line of property taxes that are reportedly being considered ahead of the Budget.
Leasehold reform edges closer as freeholders lose High Court challenge: What's next for homeowners?
We look at what this latest development means, what leasehold reforms are tabled, and when they are likely to happen.
The bargain hotspots just around the corner from posh postcodes: Our interactive map reveals the best areas to buy a home
How much more house could you get for your money by swapping to a postcode with potential? Search your area using our nifty tool to find...
Is it risky to buy a flat with a 51 year-old lease and will it be costly to extend it?
My partner and I are considering buying a flat with 51 years left on the lease. The estate agent says it will cost £250k to extend. What...
Renters' Rights Act becomes law - what it means for tenants and landlords
The sweeping set of reforms mean landlords will no longer be able to carry out so-called 'no-fault' evictions and so cannot get rid of...
EXCLUSIVERenters cut back on FOOD to save a house deposit - which now requires saving £500 per month
A quarter of those saving for a deposit say they are cutting back the amount of food they buy, with the same amount saying they have sold...
Barclays lowers mortgage rates with best-buy two-year fix as further interest rate cuts loom
Barclays is the latest lender to announce it will be cutting its mortgage rates across its fixed rate deals aimed at home buyers.
House prices edge higher in October, says Nationwide as market remains 'resilient' in face of Budget tax hikes
House prices edged higher this month, according to the latest figures from Nationwide Building Society.
My roofer's done a runner without finishing the job - what can I do?
The guttering hasn't been done, and he's left scaffolding up which is leaning against my disgruntled neighbour's property.
After Rachel Reeves' rental licence misstep, here's what ALL landlords need to know
There are more than 180 laws landlords must obey - and not doing so can result in paying huge sums back to tenants or even a prison...
Can we avoid paying the higher stamp duty rate if we move but keep our current home as a buy-to-let?
My partner and I are considering buying a doer-upper that we think we can add significant value to - but will we fall into a tax trap when...
Bank of England COULD cut interest rates this week: Should you lock in a mortgage deal now as rates fall?
Barclays is going against the grain and predicting a base rate reduction when the Bank of England meets on Thursday. What does that mean if...
Grand Grade II-listed six-bed house in the same family since 1680 heads to auction with guide price of £850k
The grand property in Northamptonshire, is going up for auction with a guide price excluding fees of between £850,000 to £900,000.
HSBC will now lend mortgages of up to 6.5 times salary - but there's a big catch
For someone on a higher income, it could add up to an extra £200,000 or more to put towards a home.
Can I get an injunction against antisocial HMO neighbours?
I live by a flat which is being used as a House in Multiple Occupation. Different men and women live in the flat for anything from a few...
EXCLUSIVEIs home buying in Britain broken? More than HALF of movers have had a property chain collapse
Broken chains mean movers miss out on their dream home, lose money on fees and can be faced with a scramble to find somewhere temporary to...
Savills reveals the areas where house prices are forecast to rise the most over five years
House prices are forecast to continue rising at a subdued pace, according to leading estate agent Savills, but some areas will massively...
The real vs fake grass turf war dividing Britain: We reveal what an artificial lawn does to your house price
Should your garden have a natural or artificial lawn? That's the turf war dividing opinion among British home-owners.
Mortgage war erupts: Nationwide cuts rates to 3.64% as households see cheapest deals since 2022
A mortgage rate war has fully erupted after Nationwide became the latest lender to announce it's slashing home loan prices.
Nationwide offers interest only mortgages to first-time buyers
The building society is also offering interest-only mortgages to those with smaller deposits
The house I want to buy has already been reduced: Can I make an even LOWER offer?
Given the current market, how long it's been up for sale and possible changes to property taxes in the Autumn Budget, what would be a...
Britain's BIGGEST house price winners: Areas where prices have surged 70% in 20 years
Areas in London and Greater Manchester topped the list of locations which have seen super-sized price rises, according to estate agent...
House prices hit new record high of nearly £300,000 says Halifax, as values rise at fastest pace since January
House prices have hit a new record high after the biggest monthly jump since January, according to the latest figures from Halifax.
EXCLUSIVEEngland's busiest property markets... and those where hardly ANYTHING is selling
A pretty market town in Leicestershire has been named the country's most active location for property sales.
The death of the country house? Buyers no longer want lavish rural pads... and they're selling for a bargain
Off the record, estate agents describe a market devoid of buyers. Home sellers left waiting in faint hope not just for an offer, but for a...
EXCLUSIVECost of moving house surges 27% in a year thanks to stamp duty hike
People buying and selling property across England now have to fork out around £17,831 in upfront expenses, up from closer to £14,000 a year...
Date landlords will be banned from handing out 'no fault' evictions is revealed
The Government has today announced the date that the long-awaited Renters' Rights Act will come into force.
I won £25,000 after my conveyancing solicitor failed to spot an old septic tank in the garden
Soon after moving into his dream cottage, Mark Ledsom was facing grim smells and pools of black water in his back garden.
A THIRD of home sellers have slashed their asking price ahead of dreaded Autumn Budget
Asking price reductions of homes already on the market reached their highest level since February 2024, the property portal said.
Scottish landlords MOST likely to raise rents - despite being subject to rent controls
Two thirds of Scottish landlords have hiked their rents so far this year, compared to 58% across Britain as a whole.
Barclays makes big cuts to mortgage rates as lenders try to stave off Budget property slump
The lender has cut rates on five-year fixes across all deposit sizes, as banks compete to gain new borrowers in a sluggish housing market.
My wife wants to renovate our home to show off to friends but we can't afford it - what can we do?
I'm not sure if I should give in, or insist we just don't have the money to transform our home so it resembles her friends' houses.
Mortgage best buy war ramps up as Santander cuts some rates to as low as 3.55%
The lowest fixed rate mortgages have almost reached 3.5 per cent, after Santander cut prices across its home loan deals this morning.
I'm a property expert: House prices will rise 5% next year
Rising wages and falling mortgage rates will feed into higher house prices, says property investment expert Anthony Codling.
House price growth slows as Budget jitters bite but typical home is now worth £7,000 more than a year ago
House prices are falling, according to the latest official figures from the Office for National Statistics.
Inflation is falling: Does this mean we'll get a base rate cut for Christmas?
The drop in inflation looks small, and was not quite as much as markets expected, but it really does matter.
Freeholder appeal threatens to delay leasehold reform: What does it mean for flat owners?
Freeholders are continuing their battle to halt leasehold reform, having decided to appeal a key High Court decision against them.
My new-build flat has been delayed for EIGHT months and the housebuilder is ignoring me: What can I do?
I'm buying a new build flat that I reserved back in November last year. It was meant to be completed eight months ago, in March, but it...
Britain's 50 burglary hotspots revealed: Is YOUR postcode on the list of those most targeted by thieves?
Returning home to find your property has been ransacked by burglars is a nightmare scenario facing thousands of people across the UK each...
Government rakes in £12.3bn from stamp duty in just 10 months despite buyers and sellers being 'in limbo' thanks to the Budget
The Government is continuing to pull in increasing amounts of revenue from stamp duty receipts, new figures show.
Estate agent told us to list our home for £1.05m - but four weeks later want us to reduce it by £75,000
We put our home on the market four weeks ago with a local estate agent for £1.05million but they have just advised us to take £75,000 off...
I'm getting divorced: Will my wife automatically get the house?
My wife and I have lived in our house for 18 years and have a 15-year-old son together. We're getting divorced and I want to know what will...
Burst pipes and boilers on the blink: How to avoid spats between tenants and landlords in winter
All manner of problems can crop up in properties during cold snaps, and nearly half of landlords say they've had a dispute with tenants at...
Spike in expensive homes being 'down-valued' by banks... just as Rachel Reeves plots a mansion tax
Homes in London and the South East are seeing their value tumble, at the same time as the Government plots to clobber owners of pricey...
Two in five homes for sale this year have been reduced in price as Budget worries lead to buyer's market
The property market is sluggish because of economic gloom, high moving costs including stamp duty and worries about tax changes in the...
House prices officially forecast to rise £33,000 by 2030 as new Budget property taxes slow growth
The typical home will increase in value by around £33,000 between now and 2030, according to the latest forecast from the OBR.
Rachel Reeves to stage ANOTHER tax raid on landlords as income tax on rents is ratcheted up
The changes will reduce returns for landlords who have already been pounded by higher taxes and increased regulation since 2016 - and could...
House prices fall for the first time in 18 months as delayed Budget sinks the commuter belt market
While Britain waited for Rachel Reeves' anti-aspiration and anti-wealth Budget , property prices in some of England's most expensive...
Tenants warned rents will be hiked after Budget tax raid on landlords - and more will sell up
Tenants will foot the bill for painful tax hikes Rachel Reeves imposed on landlords in the Budget, property insiders warn.
I'm buying a £2m house: What do I need to know about mansion tax and can I renegotiate the price to £1.99m to avoid it?
We can afford the £2,500 per year levy, but would obviously rather avoid it - and are worried it would put off buyers if we sold the home...
House prices rise in November despite Budget uncertainty, says Nationwide
It follows on from last week's Budget in which Rachel Reeves announced tax hikes on landlords and owners of expensive homes.
Nationwide cuts its mortgage rates to lowest levels since September 2022
Nationwide Building Society is cutting rates across a number of its mortgage deals from tomorrow.
The happiest (and gloomiest) locations to live in Britain revealed: Is YOURS on the list?
A Yorkshire town has been crowned as the happiest location to live in Britain, new findings from Rightmove show.
We're landlords and the Government's tax raid will drive people like us away from buy-to-let
Brothers Jim and Dan Holland want to create a 50-strong property portfolio, but are concerned about what they see as Labour's hostility...
Buyers can get the BIGGEST discounts on new homes for a decade: Seven steps to negotiate a good deal
Property experts say buyers are in a strong bargaining position and can knock prices down by 13% - if they can spot the signs of a...
House prices will rise 2.5% next year as East Midlands overtakes London in growth stakes
A change is underway in the property market as property price growth in the Midlands far outpaces sluggish London, data shows.
Mortgage price war heats up: Could rates drop below 3.5% by Christmas?
Major high street banks, including Barclays, Nationwide, Santander and NatWest have all reduced their mortgage rates recently.
Britain's happiest towns, ranked: Do YOU live near one of the 220 named on Rightmove's list?
Rightmove has come up with a definitive list of the happiest places in Britain. Where does your town feature?
I bought a property off-plan in 2023: Can I withdraw or re-negotiate given the developer is now selling the same homes for below what I...
Now we are fast approaching completion and the property market in the location I am buying seems to be in turmoil.
My dad doesn't think I should buy a flat above a funeral business - is he right?
Most of the properties I can afford in my area are above shops or businesses. Is it a bad idea to buy one?
Slimline London house that used to be a GARAGE is listed for sale for £575k
Slotting in between two terraced houses, the architecturally designed house spans three floors and 613 sq ft.
Banks are locked in a mortgage price war. This is what you MUST know to get the best deal - and if you should fix now
Banks are locked in a mortgage price war, with the lowest rates on the brink of going below 3.5 per cent.
I'm married but our house is in my wife's name only - what happens when we divorce?
I have been with my wife for 13 years. We have bought a house together, although the house is in my wife's name only. What happens to the...
Mortgage lending to grow by just 2% next year, say banks
UK Finance, which represents banks and building societies, predicts loans for house purchases will rise to £180billion - a dramatic slowdown...
Property market bounce after the Budget gloom: Market heats up ahead of Boxing Day surge
The housing market is rebounding after getting stuck in the Budget doldrums and is set to enter the new year firing on all cylinders,...
House price growth slowed in October on Budget rumours, official figures confirm
House prices fell across large swathes of the country in October, according to official figures.
Explosive warning from Britain's house price Nostradamus. Economist FRED HARRISON pinpointed the past two crashes. Now he reveals exactly...
The house price prophet who predicted the last two market downturns years before they happened has sounded the alarm over a looming property...
EXCLUSIVENumber of home buyers taking out mega mortgages of 35 years or more has nearly tripled since 2020
Lengthy mortgages make borrowers' monthly bills lower, but they could pay tens of thousands more interest in the long run.
I own a flat with a 39 year lease that I want to extend: Why is it so expensive?
Since looking into extending my lease, I've been shocked at how much it could cost - £250,000, according to one estimate.
Will house prices rise or fall in 2026? The seven forecasts that matter for the UK property market
House price growth was hampered by Budget tax rumours and a sluggish economy in 2025. Will things improve in 2026?
Will interest rates fall in 2026... and will mortgages get cheaper?
Homeowners saw rates go down this year, as the base rate fell four times. Does 2026 hold further cuts from the Bank of England - and what...
We were just about to exchange on our new home but the elderly seller died - what happens now?
My wife and I are on the brink of exchanging contracts on a new house. Everything had basically been signed, bar one last contract document...
The house we are buying has a restrictive covenant from 1926: Should we be worried?
We've had an offer accepted on a house which is being sold by the local diocese. However, the title deeds have given us cause for concern.
It's all change for landlords in 2026: Here's what they need to look out for
From the seismic Renters Rights Act to new energy rules and potentially falling rents, here is what buy-to-let landlords will be contending...
Will house prices go up in 2026? Our six property experts return to give their verdict
Each year, we ask a host of seasoned property professionals to put their neck on the line and forecast what the next 12 months has in store...
House prices saw surprise fall in December on Budget nerves
House prices finished 2025 only slightly higher than a year ago, according to the latest figures from Nationwide Building Society.
Properties being flipped fall to lowest level since 2013 as stamp duty makes it harder to turn a profit
Previously a tempting option for those with some spare cash, time and DIY know-how, quick property renovations are no longer as lucrative as...
Rightmove's most-viewed homes on busy Boxing Day, from £2.5m Croydon mansion to Devon home with duck island
A £1million four-bedroom house in Twickenham and a £190,000 home on the outskirts of Huddersfield were also among the homes that grabbed...
House prices fall for second month - but they WILL rise in 2026 says Halifax
The December drop means house prices finish the year only 0.3% higher than they started it.
Unemployment set to rise in 2026: Here's how it could hit house prices
A spike in joblessness could have repercussions for the housing market, according to property experts.
Truth about plummeting London flat prices: As homeowners face huge losses, we reveal the hardest-hit areas… and if now's the time to buy
The London flat market is in free fall, stark figures reveal. Owners in some parts of the capital have seen the value of their home fall by...
Three major banks slash mortgage rates in new year boost for borrowers
The cheapest mortgage rates available are now closing in on the 3.5% mark.
Renovating your home? Top tips on how NOT to go over budget
Experts Owen Gartside and Clive Holland explain how to ensure your renovation or extension projects stays on budget.
Our neighbour is threatening to take us to court over the shared driveway - what are our options?
Our neighbour has already threatened to take us to court to show that he owns the driveway and front garden, even though he does not own...
Lloyds offers a fixed rate mortgage below 3.5% but it comes with a catch
Lloyds bank has cut rates across its exclusive Club Lloyds mortgage rateswith a number of best buy deals now on offer.
London homeowners more likely to sell at a loss than any others in the UK
Homeowners in London are more likely to sell at a loss than any other part of the country, new analysis by property firm Hamptons has...
EXCLUSIVEAre YOU addicted to Rightmove? MILLIONS say they look at homes online every week... with no intention to move
Whether they are fantasising about their dream home or just being nosey, 60% of Britons say they have searched property websites in their...
Building society launches 100% mortgage to help renters get on property ladder with no deposit
The 'rent to own' mortgage is designed to help renters who could afford to pay a mortgage, but struggle to raise a 5% or 10% deposit.
The 20 towns where house prices are forecast to rise MOST in 2026
Towns and cities across Scotland and northern England will perform best, while the south is set to suffer according to Zoopla.
Nationwide cuts mortgage rates as cheapest deal breaks 3.5% barrier
Nationwide is cutting its mortgage rates for first-time buyers and home movers, the latest in a series of lenders to do so.
First-time buyers are haggling big discounts on homes: Here's Phil Spencer's tip on how YOU can too
More than nine in 10 first-time buyers negotiated on the property purchase price last year, securing a discount of £22,900 on average.
The quiet London house price crash: The parts of the property market hit hardest... and why experts warn the gloom could spread
London homeowners are facing a rude awakening when they come to try and sell their homes as property values in the capital continue to...
Homes for sale reach eight-year high at start of 2026 as buyer's market intensifies
London is driving the trend with 16% more homes for sale in the capital than at this time last year.
The house I want to buy has a public sewer within its boundary: Will I be able to build an extension?
I've been told access would have to be granted to the water company when required. If I want to build an extension over the sewer area, this...
Best first-time buyer mortgage rates fall below 4% - will more lenders start to offer better deals?
Mortgage rates are falling as first-time buyers look to take advantage of a slow housing market and flatlining prices.
Annual rents fall for the first time in 15 years - here's where they are slipping the most
Rents ended 2025 below where they started for the first time on record, according to the latest figures from Hamptons.
Nationwide makes major change to its mortgages meaning some customers can borrow £50,000 more
New and existing customers of Britain's biggest building society could potentially borrow tens of thousands more under the new rules.
Will rising inflation halt mortgage rate cuts? Why a spike back up could spell bad news for borrowers
Today's spike in the rate of inflation could put an end to the mortgage rate cuts borrowers have enjoyed in recent months, experts have...
Landlords get two more years to make homes eco-friendly as Miliband extends 2028 deadline
The maximum amount landlords will be expected to pay for the upgrades has been cut by £5,000 under the Warm Homes Plan.
Prime London property prices to bottom out this year but recovery will only begin in 2028
Prime central London house prices are expected to bottom out this year, according to the property firm, Savills.
What makes a well-built home? Labour reveals fresh ideas on what new-builds should offer
A Government department said it wanted to see 'good parking without car dominated design' and 'rooms sized to promote health and wellbeing.'
Nearly 1million households face mortgage payment spike in 2026: Here's how to lower yours
Rate rises mean a potential £282 per month increase on the average mortgage bill - but there are still ways you can cut your costs.
Maverick property expert Charlie Lamdin says there isn't a housing shortage and it's not a good investment
Charlie Lamdin explains why he'd rather put his money in gold, bitcoin, and Tesla shares than in property.
Ground rent cap for leaseholders: What is changing, why is it controversial and when will it happen?
The 4.2million leaseholders who pay ground rent could be set to see their annual bills go down under plans announced by Kier Starmer today.
How Labour's leasehold flat reforms could deal a blow to pension funds
Prime Minister Keir Starmer yesterday proposed that ground rents paid by owners of leasehold properties, mostly flats, will be capped at...
Ground rent cap won't save us from our 'toxic' homes, say beleaguered leaseholders
Leasehold flat owners claim their homes remain a 'toxic' asset despite the Government's proposal for a £250 annual cap on ground rents.
Leaseholders deserve justice - but Labour's reforms could have unintended consequences says HELEN CRANE
The real problem is that leasehold has become a dirty word among home buyers. And who can blame them?
Buying a home with a 10% deposit now as affordable as it was five years ago
Mortgage payments are set to return to about 40% of the average single person's salary, a level of affordability last seen in 2021.
We sold our holiday park home for an £89k loss: Phil Spencer's 10 tips for NOT getting stung when buying a lodge or caravan
Paul Tetley, 71, and his wife Anne bought a holiday park lodge on an idyllic site in North Yorkshire in 2015 - but the unexpected costs soon...
The last minute things landlords need to check before submitting their tax return and paying HMRC
There are a number of details that can easily be overlooked when filing, but which could give landlords access to tax reliefs and cut their...
Our neighbour thinks his fence is in the wrong place and we've stolen some of his land: What can we do?
The old fence was installed many years ago by the previous owners of my neighbour's house and we'd never had any problems before.
HMRC stamp duty investigations on the rise as officials snoop on families they suspect of failing to pay - here's what they are looking for
HMRC investigations are on the rise after Angela Rayner was caught having not paid the correct amount of stamp duty last year.
House prices rise in January as buyers return to market with typical values up £2,660 on a year ago
House prices have started the year on the up, according to the latest figures from Nationwide Building Society.
Porch pirates are on the rise... and these are areas most targeted: What are YOUR rights if it happens to you?
Locations up and down Britain are being targeted by porch pirates pinching deliveries from doorsteps and porches.
Santander launches 2% deposit mortgage to help first-time buyers: Is it a game changer?
First-time buyers can now secure a mortgage with Santander with a 2% deposit, as long as it is not below £10,000.
Mortgage rates back on the rise? Three more major lenders hike home loan prices
It comes as inflation is on the rise, and hopes of a reduction in the Bank of England's base rate this week falter.
One in 45 British homeowners are sitting on a property worth £1million
The number of million-pound property owners surged along with house prices during the covid-era boom.
THIS is the best month to put your house up for sale, Rightmove says - and it's not in the spring
The property portal analysed millions of homes listed for sale over a ten-year period to find the month that houses were most likely to...
What's gone wrong with flats? As 40% of new-build owners sell at a loss, why the market is suffering
Flat owners up and down the country are finding the value of their home has fallen below what they paid for it.
Typical house price goes above £300,000 for first time as buyers return in January
House prices have risen above £300,000 for the first time ever, according to Halifax, with its latest data suggesting the market is off to a...
How I paid off my £330,000 mortgage in just four years: It saved me £70,000 in interest and let me quit my job
Most people take out a mortgage on the understanding it will likely take them decades to pay off.
Do I have a stake in my former partner's house even though I wasn't on the deeds?
In May 2025, word got back to me that my former partner was selling the house. I wrote to him stating my intention to start court...
Did Foxtons try to charge me an illegal £200 check-out fee on my rented flat?
The thing is, such charges are unlawful, and have been for the last six years, since the Tenant Fees Act of 2019 was implemented.
Nationwide first lender to allow mortgage deeds to be signed electronically and without a witness
Nationwide has become the first lender to allow a mortgage deed to be signed electronically and without the need for a witness.
Spanish home with its own MOUNTAIN and 690 acres goes on sale for €1.5m
The main house, Cortijo Las Majas, built only 12 years ago, sits on the site of a much older cortijo, or traditional rural dwelling, and...
Mortgage lenders look to entice first-time buyers with low deposit deals - and it's working...
Mortgage lenders appear locked in a battle for first-time buyers, offering them big home loans and lower rates in a bid to win them over.
Record 125,000 heat pumps sold last year despite concerns over upfront costs and how well they work
The number of heat pump sales reached record highs last year, according to new data from the Heat Pump Association.
Nationwide cuts mortgage rates - could it trigger a new price war?
Nationwide Building Society has announced it is cutting mortgage rates by up to 0.16 percnentage points.
I had to cancel my house sale due to illness - how much money will I have to pay the conveyancer?
I had to cancel my house sale and purchase due to a sudden severe illness only three business days after instructing a conveyancer.
Record number of buy-to-let companies set up in 2025, despite investors buying smaller share of homes
A record number of buy-to-let companies were set up last year, according to analysis by property firm Hamptons.
Newly listed home prices remain flat creating 'window of opportunity' for first-time buyers
The average asking price of newly listed homes was flat this month, slipping by just £12 to £368,019, Rightmove said.
Thousands of first-time buyers pay £5,000 or more in stamp duty in the past year
Nearly 37,000 first-time buyer property purchases were hit with stamp duty in 2024/25, data shows.
First-time buyer mortgage market 'on fire' as three banks slash rates for those with smaller deposits
Santander, NatWest and Barclays have all announced they are cutting mortgage rates for first-time buyers.
'I'm owed £13,500 in unpaid rent and tenant still lives in my property for free': Landlord despair as court waiting times to evict rises...
Landlords are finding it takes around eight months to evict a tenant, even when they have legitimate reasons for doing so.
The new North South divide: House prices jump in cheaper areas as London and commuter belt struggle
House prices rose in the north by close to 5 per cent last year, while values in London fell by 1 per cent, official figures revealed today.
Mortgage borrowers could enjoy lower rates thanks to falling inflation and rising unemployment
Mortgage borrowers could start to see fixed rate deals fall thanks to the latest round of economic data released by the Office for National...
I've sold my buy-to-lets, so do I really need to file accounts for the next three years?
My accountant informed me that despite selling all my properties, I will still be liable for the new 'Making Tax Digital' rules despite no...
This 14-bed Jacobethan country pile spanning 15,000 sqft in Shropshire could be yours for £1.25m
For the same price in locations such as Hampstead in London, buyers will often only be able to snap up a two or three bedroom flat with no...
The part of the property market where buyers can get BIG discounts - and what to look out for
Landlords are deluging the market with properties as they desperately try to sell up before yet more regulation and higher taxes come into...
I'm a property expert: New build and leasehold homes CAN be good investments and prices in London Zones 4-6 will rise
This month we speak to James Nightingall founder of property search service HomeFinder AI. James has over 14 years' experience in UK...
Cornwall shed owned by author Catrina Davies going under the hammer for £100k
The one room shed in Cornwall has a guide price of between £80,000 to £100,000 and is commonly known as 'The Shop'.
Mad fer it! Why first-time buyers are flocking to Manchester... and Worcester
Manchester has been dubbed the most popular location in England for first-time buyers outside London. The market for first-timers in...
Buy the Corfu home renovated by Amanda Holden and Alan Carr in latest TV show for £588,000
The latest property to star in Alan Carr and Amanda Holden's BBC overseas renovation TV show is now on the market.
Burnley is booming! Lancashire town named Britain's hottest property market as prices soar
Burnley is Britain's hottest property market right now, according to exclusive data by specialist analytics firm, Bricks&Logic.
Renters turn to Esher and Kilmarnock amid sky-high city rents as demand in unfashionable spots soar
Esher, a Surrey commuter town, saw one of the steepest rises in demand from flatshare tenants in the past year.
EXCLUSIVEBrighton records sharpest rise in monthly rent costs across Britain as demand from tenants outstrips supply
A new analysis has shown that rental costs for tenants in Brighton jumped by 15% from £2,255 to £2,602 per month year-on-year in 2025.
I used an online estate agent and they were useless - can I refuse to pay the £2,098 fee?
I was seduced into a so-called 'great value' online estate agent contract, which required me to pay after 10 months.
High price of owning a flat: Leasehold service charges hit an average of £2,405 a year
On average, homeowners with leasehold flats forked out £200.42 per month on service charges in 2025, a 4.6% increase from 2024, Hamptons...
Towpath 'loophole' means Marlow couple can claw back £370,000 in stamp duty on their seven-bed home
Alan Wood and Elizabeth Veitch bought a large three-storey seven-bedroom freehold house overlooking the River Thames for £4.5m in June 2023.
Typical house price will rise £44,322 by 2031, updated Spring Statement forecasts show - what will happen in YOUR area?
The average cost of a home is set to rise by 16.4% by 2030-31, the OBR said in its economic update on Tuesday.
Mortgage misery as lenders ditch plans for cheaper home loans over fears war in Middle East will trigger 'inflation shock'
Borrowing and savings specialists Moneyfacts said 'several lenders have pushed pause on planned rate cuts' - dashing the hopes of millions...
House prices hit record high of £301,151... but experts warn Middle East conflict could hit property market
The speed at which borrowing costs will ease for mortgage holders may be 'tempered' as a result of war in the Middle East, Halifax said in...
I've spent £230,000 kitting out my sustainable 1970s semi to improve its energy efficiency - far more than I paid for the property in the...
Paul Testa purchased his three-bedroom 1970s semi-detached house in Sheffield for £185,000 in 2013. It had been well-loved, but problems...
My late father put his £500,000 house in my sister's name 14 years ago but continued living in it - will she face a hefty tax bill when she...
My father carried on living in the house for 14 years, before sadly passing away on 24 December 2025.
More lenders hike mortgage rates on Middle East conflict: What to do if you need a new home loan
Halifax, Barclays and Santander are all set to increase their mortgage interest rates on fears that war will cause inflation to spike.
TSB to raise ALL its fixed mortgage rates as Middle East fallout continues
Mortgage brokers are warning that mortgage rates below 4% could disappear by next week, after three more lenders hiked rates in response to...
Rented property sees 'largest value decline this century' as landlords sell off to first-time buyers
The total value of privately rented homes has nosedived in the past three years, data suggests, as tax and regulation cause some investors...
Good news for tenants as rent falls in major cities - and competition to secure a property cools
According to the property website Zoopla, rental prices are falling in multiple locations in the Midlands and South.
Mortgage rates go above 5% on Iran conflict: Costs to rise for million Britons who need to remortgage this year
The typical two-year fixed rate mortgage has gone above 5 per cent for the first time since last summer, as lenders re-price higher in the...
The ultimate guide to beating mortgage hikes: Our experts reveal exactly what's happening and how you can still grab a cheap deal
The typical two-year fixed rate mortgage has gone above 5 per cent for the first time since August as lenders continue to re-price higher in...
MORE cheap mortgages vanish as Barclays and NatWest hike rates for second time in a week
Mortgage rates continue to rise on a daily basis, leaving home buyers and those remortgaging in a race to secure a deal below 4% before they...
Our neighbour installed a security light in their garden and it's waking my daughter at night - what can we do?
I put blackout blinds in my six-year-old-daughter's room, but the light is so bright it still wakes her up.
Climbing the property ladder harder than EVER with a £119,000 jump from first to second homes
Buyers looking to trade in their starter home for a larger property face a massive shortfall due to flatlining flat prices, according to...
Time to take a tracker mortgage? They're the cheapest on the market... but maybe not for long
A tracker mortgage could be a cheaper option in the short-term as lenders hike fixed rates - but in the long run it may not be so simple.
I'm a mortgage expert and this is why it's a GREAT time to buy your first home - despite rising rates
This tough market with its hefty mortgage rate increases might actually be the best opportunity first-time buyers have had in years.
EXCLUSIVELandlords forced to slash rents as enquiries dry up: Where have all the tenants gone?
Rents are down in towns and cities across Britain. Certain locations have even recorded drops of more than 10% according to Hamptons.
Mortgage costs have now risen £900 a year since Middle East conflict
Mortgages look likely to keep getting more expensive over the coming days and weeks thanks to fears of 'Trumpflation' driving interest rates...
Why the Iran war could mean Britons pay more for their double glazing
Homeowners across Britain face paying more for double glazed windows and doors as a result of war in the Middle East, experts have warned.
Most affordable towns for first-time buyers revealed and Inverclyde tops the list
Scottish town Inverclyde has been crowned the most affordable spot to snap up a starter home by one of the nation's biggest high street...
This two-bed house in Hartlepool is heading to auction with a £25,000 guide price
Auction House said that while the property needed a 'scheme of refurbishment', it had been priced accordingly.
Bag yourself a bargain flat: As prices are slashed by up to 35%, how to tell a top deal from a money pit
Homeowners have fallen out of love with flats. Thousands are selling at double-digit losses, and countless horror stories are pushing...
Nationwide hikes mortgage rates alongside two more high street banks
Homeowners have been dealt a further blow today as three more major high street lenders announced mortgage rate increases.
Half our house is owned in a trust by my husband's children from his first marriage: How do we unwind it?
When my husband's former late wife died, he was told by a solicitor he had to put half his property in a trust for the children. Now we want...
Fixed rate mortgages go above 5.5% - but borrowers could get a deal below 4% if they are willing to risk a tracker
Barclays and TSB have announced they will hike rates tomorrow, following on from Nationwide Building Society and Halifax which upped rates...
Why economists think interest rates WON'T rise this year - despite markets forecasting four hikes after Iran chaos
Traders are now betting on as many as four interest hikes by the Bank of England this year. Three respected economists tell us why they...
I help Britons who want to retire to Portugal - these are the questions I get asked most
Retirees on a budget can still enjoy a lower cost of living in many locations - here is what they need to know.
House prices rose at start of this year but it's still a buyer's market
House prices increased in the year to the end of January, but experts say a glut of homes on the market is keeping prices in check.
I think my home will be hit by Labour's mansion tax: Can I sell the driveway or knock down walls to cut its value?
My wife and I have lived in the house in the countryside for more than 30 years and are not sure we can cope with the extra £2,500-plus in...
Which new town will be best to buy a home in? Phil Spencer reveals his favourite... and the ones to avoid
The sites are spread across the country, from south Gloucestershire to Thamesmead and Leeds. But which will be the best one to live in?
We're selling our home and it has a conservatory which was built 20 years ago - why are there so many questions about it?
The buyer acquiring our house is asking a load of questions about the 2005-built conservatory we didn't build - why is this happening?
EXCLUSIVEThese are Britain's BEST places to live if you're a hybrid worker
New rankings looked at transport, green spaces and house prices to come up with the best locations for workers who split their time between...
War in Middle East is putting Britons off moving home as buyer demand drops
Zoopla has warned that if mortgage rates keep rising, this could lead to a sales slump.
Landlord mortgage rates soar to highest level in two years... and renters could bear the brunt
The typical five-year fixed rate buy-to-let mortgage has risen sharply since the conflict in Iran began, according to rates scrutineer...
Lowest fixed rate mortgages go above 4.5% as NatWest hikes prices
It is the second time in less than a week that the high street bank has increased its rates, and will mean that some of the lowest rates on...
House prices jump £4,000 in March, says Nationwide
The market has 'regained momentum' after a slowdown at the start of the year, according to Robert Gardner, chief economist at Nationwide.
First-time buyers feel the brunt of rising mortgage rates: Will it lead to collapsing chains and house price falls?
First-time buyers are feeling the brunt of rising mortgage rates with some property insiders fearing it could have dire consequences for the...
Should our lender honour cheaper five-year fixed mortgage rate we asked for three weeks ago? DAVID HOLLINGWORTH replies
Having tried to fix their mortgage two weeks ago, our reader feels let down by the fact it took the lender more than two weeks to schedule...
Join the Cotswolds set! Grade II-listed Stow-on-the-Wold townhouse up for grabs for £995k
The town house is located in Stow-on-the-Wold and dates back to the early nineteenth century.
Our neighbour's Ferrari keeps us awake at night - what can we do?
The car is so loud that it makes our windows rattle, which is impossible to sleep through. How can we make this stop?
What next for mortgage rates - and how long should you fix for?
Banks and building societies are continuing to reprice mortgage deals higher amid the market fallout from the conflict in the Middle East.
I'm a property expert: Here's why small landlords will be 'eradicated' over the next SIX months
This month we spoke to property investor Nicholas Austin, sales manager at estate agent RiverHomes in Putney.
I need to pay £350,000 to my solicitor to buy a house but my bank won't let me transfer more than £25,000 a day: How do I do it?
Bank transferring our solicitor £350,000 will require 14 daily payments over two weeks. Is there an easier way?
Second home owners in Scotland face 500% council tax hike as local authorities handed uncapped powers
Householders in Midlothian, Scotland could be hit with fees of up to £27,863 this year following the SNP-run council's decision to increase...
House prices drop as Iran war triggers mortgage rate misery
Amanda Bryden, head of mortgages at Halifax said the 'slowdown' in the housing market was due to uncertainty regarding the conflict in the...
HMO applications surge nearly 1,000% in six years in parts of Britain
From 2018 to the end of 2024, the number of applications to turn properties into HMOs in Sandwell in the West Midlands rose by 964%.
This pay rise trick can save you £20,000 on your mortgage: Here's how to make it work for you
Homeowners due to remortgage this year could consider a clever 'pay rise' hack that could save them tens of thousands of pounds in the long...
Will Britons see mortgage rates fall as a result of the ceasefire in Iran?
Mortgage rates have gone from 3.5% to 4.75% since the conflict started. Will that trend now start to reverse?
House price falls are coming, say estate agents - as buyer enquiries hit lowest level since 2023
Rising mortgage rates and economic uncertainty caused by the conflict in Iran are leading would-be movers to hold off, property experts say.
British buyers eye Bulgaria property bargains - including 20-bed former school for £170k and a four-bed fixer upper for just £6,952
Britons tired of disproportionately high property prices might be tempted to look at listings in Bulgaria.
EXCLUSIVESales of 100% mortgages surged to five-year high last year
Locations which saw the highest number of 100% mortgages being utilised included the North West of England, the South West of England and...
The WORST places to sell your home right now, where sellers face a seven month wait to exchange and a THIRD of deals fall through
It's now taking a staggering 201 days on average for sellers to go from first listing their home to exchanging contracts - but in some...
I don't want people rifling through my skip - how can I stop them and is it illegal?
I stepped outside, told them to stop - and that they didn't have permission. But they'd already taken some items and had ripped open bin...
First-time buyers have paid QUADRUPLE the amount of stamp duty since tax break ended
The Government has raked in more than half of the stamp duty paid by first-time buyers from just one region, according to property portal...
Property flipping at its lowest in a decade as tax and renovation costs sting
The number of run-down properties being spruced up and sold on for a profit has halved in the last decade, research shows.
Mortgages vanishing at record speeds: Typical deal now exists for just EIGHT days as lenders rush to raise rates on Iran conflict
People seeking a new mortgage are finding the best deals are vanishing in a matter of days, as lenders pull them from the market or increase...
The death of the one bedroom flat? How the first rung of the property ladder collapsed with sellers now facing BIG losses
One bed flats are the most unloved homes in Britain right now - spending more time on the market, facing more price reductions, and getting...
Number crunching reveals how much you'd pay for an A4-sized slice of property in YOUR area
The concept of price per square foot is alien to many Britons - so property website Zoopla has come up with a novel way to visualise the...
Britain's HAZARDOUS waste hotspot: As more people dump rubbish illegally, this area saw 363 incidents of asbestos being fly-tipped
Hazardous waste can include vehicle parts, animal carcasses, clinical waste, asbestos, and chemical drums, oil and fuel.
Two major mortgage lenders CUT rates: Is this a turning point and will more follow?
Two major high street banks have bucked the current trend by lowering rates on their mortgages.
EXCLUSIVELandlord exodus: 220,000 rental properties to disappear this year as Renters' Rights Act arrives
Buy-to-let has ballooned over the last 15 years, but this is now sliding into reverse as landlords fear increased regulation.
Lowest fixed rate mortgages dip below 4.65% as two more high street banks lower home loan prices
Two more mortgage lenders have announced they are slashing rates across their home loan deals.
EXCLUSIVEInsuring a period property costs TWICE as much as a new build... and homes from THIS era are most expensive
The most expensive category of period homes to insure are those built during the Stuart period, 1603 to 1714, which cost £545 on average.
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