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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House prices drop for the first time this year, but it isn't good news for first-time buyers
Behind the headlines, it's another story for those looking to climb onto the property ladder
By Rebecca Knight
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Could your estate agent’s outfit be putting off potential buyers?
Its not just about suiting up
By Rebecca Knight
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Could you be a victim of property fraud? – What is it and how to avoid it
Don't be tricked out of £100,000
By Rebecca Knight
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Expert reveals a common mortgage application mistake first-time buyers often make
'When you finally get there and you have submitted your application, just don't touch anything!'
By Millie Hurst
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6 reasons to love your modern new-build home
Period features? Pah! Say hello to double glazing and warm winter nights
By Jennifer Ebert
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7 reasons to love living in a classic Victorian terrace
Are you lucky enough to have any of these original features in your Victorian home?
By Jennifer Ebert
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These are the top house guest rules we should follow – how many are you guilty of breaking?
Are your following the correct etiquette as a guest? New research highlights the bad habits most likely to irritate hosts...
By Tamara Kelly
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If you have a mortgage with Tesco Bank then you need to read this
The low down on the upcoming changes for mortgage customers
By Rebecca Knight
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The least desired city to live in the UK revealed
We want greenery and space over busy, crowded cities – according to research
By Millie Hurst
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8 things Kirstie Allsopp has taught us about our homes
From finding the perfect location to upcycling your furniture, the host of TV's Location, Location, Location knows a thing or two about homes and property....
By Stephanie Hendries
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Phil Spencer reveals his prediction for house prices in 2021 – it's going to get a lot worse...
What we can expect over the next year
By Rebecca Knight
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Stuck at home this week? This is the room likely to cause the most arguments
You might want to tread carefully
By Rebecca Knight
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Will the government's 95 percent mortgage guarantee scheme help first-time buyers? Property experts explain
Property experts give their views on the government scheme
By Anna Cottrell
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Council tax single person discount explained – and how to apply
If you live alone, or with young children, ensure you make a saving on your council tax to help reduce the cost of living
By Tamara Kelly
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Second homes - the essential guide
How to buy a second home, whether it's for business or pleasure
By Jennifer Drew
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Can you guess what's on the top of Rightmove's buyers' wishlist? It may surprise you...
This actually makes a lot of sense
By Miriam Habtesellasie
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See Zoopla's most viewed homes since the Stamp Duty holiday announcement – we're loving the cute cottage in Wales
What's everybody looking at?
By Ruth Doherty
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Ever wanted to live in Albert Square, EastEnders?
You can... almost. This Victorian terrace is part of the original East London square that inspired the fictional Albert Square. It's on the market for £1.1million
By Rachel Homer
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Rightmove has a warning for first-timer buyers about the government's First Homes scheme - 'get in quick'
*Essential reading for eligible first-time buyers*
By Rebecca Knight
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You can sell your home for free with this leading estate agent
Housesimple is due to roll out its 'free-of-charge' service to the rest of the UK
By Rebecca Knight
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Property experts warn that a house price crash is coming – here's why
House prices are at a record high, but how long will it last?
By Anna Cottrell
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These are the nation's most highly-coveted period features, according to Instagram
How many do you have?
By Millie Hurst
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7 reasons why your home isn’t selling – and what to do about it
Struggling to sell your home? Don't panic – there's probably a simple reason for it
By Anna Cottrell
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Decorate a rented space - 10 ideas
When it comes to renting a home, it's quite likely you'll discover plain white walls, beige flooring and unflattering lighting, and when it comes furnished, it can be a challenge to personalise a space that's filled with someone else's stuff.
By Heather Young
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Busted! The truth behind countryside superstitions
Country Homes & Interiors uncover the meaning behind common countryside folklore
By Tara King
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Top tips for entertaining at home this January
Save the pennies and the calories by hosting fun evenings at home
By Heather Young
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Pay what you can 'afford' to live in an epic £3 million London townhouse. So what's the catch?
As SpareRoom's founder lists his house on the site on a 'pay what you can afford basis', this may be your only chance to live in a multi-million pound house in London for next to nothing
By Heather Young