Owning & renting
Whether you own your home, are renting from a landlord, or are considering renting out your home, we have all the advice you need when it comes to home ownership and tenancies
Owning & renting
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5 garden features that will help sell your home quickly, according to experts
Looking for an easy sell? We've got you covered...
By Kezia Reynolds
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The best remortgage deals for April 2025
If your mortgage rate is soon to expire here are some of the best remortgage deals on the market, expert hints on when to switch and tips for choosing your next deal
By Samantha Partington
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I just bought my first home, and this £10 buy was the very first thing I bought for it to make it feel warmer and secure
If I did it all again, this would still be my very first buy
By Rebecca Knight
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Experts warn you could face a £400 fine for using your neighbour's bin — and what to do if you are the victim of bin stuffing
Not only is it bad etiquette, but bin stiffing could land you a fine for fly-tipping
By Kezia Reynolds
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10 habits to set now if your New Year's resolution is to save for a house
The experts reveal their top tips to make getting a foot on the property ladder a reality in 2025
By Ellis Cochrane
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Can neighbours put their bins outside my house? Everything you need to know about this annoying problem
Find out where you stand legally, and what to do if this becomes a recurring issue
By Eilidh Williams
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7 ways to keep your home safe from burglars if you're going away over New Year
Protect your home from thieves with this expert advice
By Amy Hodge
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Poundland is now selling apartments on Rightmove which will set you back £85,000 - here's everything we know
The brand has branched out to property this year
By Kezia Reynolds
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House prices rise again for six straight months - Financial experts explain what it means for you
Could the increase of house prices actually be good news for buyers?
By Kezia Reynolds
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Zoopla reveals monthly mortgage repayments are the highest they’ve been in the last 3 years
The report shows homeowners pay 61% more on monthly mortgage payments today than in 2021
By Sara Hesikova
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How hard is it to buy a house? First-time buyers are facing the hardest conditions in 70 years
A recent report says right now is the 'most expensive'
By Jullia Joson
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5 home-staging mistakes to avoid when selling a home that are putting off potential buyers
It can be a tricky market, so making your home as attractive as possible is important
By Amy Hunt
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What does the Spring budget 2024 announcement mean for renters, homeowners and landlords
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt delivered his annual Spring budget and experts are disappointed
By Sara Hesikova
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Energy experts reveal the upgrades that will increase the value of your home by 15% – by boosting your EPC rating
Prioritise these now for a huge payout later on
By Jullia Joson
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Martin Lewis reveals the easy error that could prevent you from getting a mortgage
Make sure to check this if you’re attempting to get onto the property ladder!
By Amy Hunt
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How to add value to your home in 2024
There are plenty of ways to increase the value of your home with different budgets in mind
By Jennifer Ebert
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Is a 99% mortgage a good idea? What you need to know about the rumoured spring Budget proposal
News that 1% deposit mortgages could be announced in the spring Budget will have sent first-time buyers’ hearts racing but are they a good idea? We asked the experts to find out
By Samantha Partington
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Should you move in 2024? Property experts share their advice on whether to stay or move
We’ve asked the experts for their views on whether 2024 is a good year to move home
By Samantha Partington
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5 easy mistakes that could invalidate your home insurance against cold weather damage
Is the thermostat too low or have you ignored your gutters this year? These are just a few of the things that could spell trouble if your home is struck by cold weather damage
By Rebecca Knight
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7 tasks you should add to your winter home maintenance checklist
From bleeding your radiators to getting rid of draughts, the experts reveal their top suggestions
By Ellis Cochrane
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Zoopla has good news for renters in 2024 – rental prices are finally slowing down, but don't celebrate just yet
Zoopla reports the growth of rents is set to slow down in the new year – signalling the tide of the rental market turning
By Sara Hesikova
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This one place you're overlooking may be increasing your risk of burglary, warn home security experts
You might just get caught out in the place you least expect
By Jullia Joson
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3 things you must check after Storm Ciaran to protect your home from further damage
Before your morning cuppa, it may be worth checking out these things first
By Jullia Joson
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We are shocked by Zoopla's new report as renting becomes cheaper than buying a home
Is renting better than buying? For the first time in over 10 years it might be according to Zoopla’s new report
By Sara Hesikova
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Could these front door numbers increase the value of your home?
Experts have mixed opinions on the matter…
By Amy Hunt
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6 simple ways to boost the value of your property in just 24 hours
House prices may be dropping, but that doesn’t mean that yours has to
By Lauren Bradbury
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UK house prices drop at sharpest annual rate in 14 years – here's what you need to know
Nationwide reveal that housing affordability 'remains stretched'
By Jullia Joson