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Want to boost the value of your home? Going solar could be the answer
The sale prices of properties that have installed solar panels increased by an average of 14 per cent, research shows
By Sarah Warwick Published
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Real homes: take a tour around this characterful Cotswold home
Revisiting design ideas first imagined more than two decades ago, Joolz and Jonathan Abbs-Woodd have transformed their Oxfordshire family home
By Ann Broad Published
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The stamp duty holidays tempting buyers into fixer-uppers. Here’s why you might want to follow suit
Stamp duty relief is giving buyers more cash to spend on getting their homes just how they want them
By Sarah Warwick Published
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Nail your extension and you'll increase your home's value – here's how to get the design just right
Watch the Real Homes Show for advice on getting an extension that a) you'll love and b) will make you money in the long run
By Laura Crombie Last updated
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How to sell a house faster: our 15 top tips
Follow this advice on how to sell a house faster and find a buyer in no time
By Anna Cottrell Published
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Beach-front cabin in New Zealand – a droolworthy dream home
Property envy is real. Especially, when it's a freshly designed beach-front cabin in New Zealand...We investigate
By Camille Dubuis-Welch Published
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Fancy a move out of London? These WFH-friendly locations will save you £££s
Swap commuting into the city for a slow-paced life in these rural spots – the WiFi's still good and you could save over £2,000 if you WFH
By Ellen Finch Published
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Selling Sunset's Mary Fitzgerald reveals the strangest thing she's seen in a home
We caught up with the Selling Sunset star about the most outrageous--and outlandish--things she's seen at a showing, her home-selling tips, and more
By Kaitlin Madden Published
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12 best Airbnbs with amazing interiors
These Airbnb stays will wow you with gorgeously furnished rooms
By Hebe Hatton Published
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Airbnb country cottages: 6 cosy weekend getaways
Check out these gorgeous Airbnb country cottages, because an end of the summer holiday is much needed...
By Hebe Hatton Published
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Buying to let? Don't miss Phil Spencer's expert tips
Phil Spencer advises on making buying to let a worthwhile and profitable investment
By Anna Cottrell Published
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15 ways to reduce house moving stress
Looking for ways to reduce house moving stress? We don't blame you – it can be an anxious time. But there are lots of ways to make the whole process easier – we might almost say enjoyable – as these expert tips show
By Laura Crombie Last updated
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10 ways you could decrease your home's value
No one wants to do work that could decrease a home's value, but you'd be surprised at what might damage its value. Learn what not to do to avoid having to sell for less with our expert advice
By Anna Cottrell Last updated
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How old is my house?: working out the age of your home
If you are wondering 'how old is my house?' we are here to help you discover its hidden history. Emma Lawrence, head of casework at the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings (SPAB), explains how to work out which era a property belongs to
By Period Living Last updated
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Welcome to our new home
All are welcome here
By Kaitlin Madden Last updated
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5 awesome tiny homes you can buy on the internet
Embrace smaller living to enjoy a flexible budget and lifestyle with these ready made tiny homes.
By Ann Loynd Burton Last updated
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The lockdown effect: two thirds of us want better green spaces where we live
Research shows that 71% of adults in England think their local green space, or nearby countryside, could be enhanced
By Emily Shaw Published
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Will the UK housing market be skewed towards buyers in 2020?
The housing market will take a battering after Covid-19, but this could be good news for some prospective house buyers
By Anna Cottrell Published
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Could working from home mean a move to the country for you?
Estate agents are reporting a rise in buyer registrations in less urban areas. Will working from home during the pandemic trigger a rural renaissance?
By Anna Cottrell Last updated
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Virtual viewings: the future of house hunting post-Covid
Virtual viewings have dramatically risen in popularity since the lockdown – and there's evidence they are here to stay
By Anna Cottrell Published
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House moves and viewings to resume in England – but not as we've known them
As England begins its exist from lockdown, house moves and viewings are allowed from today, with strict social distancing rules in place
By Anna Cottrell Published
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Inside the factory: Emma Bridgewater tour
Explore how the iconic Emma Bridgewater mugs are made
By Holly Reaney Published
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Buyer's remorse? Locked down renters and homeowners reveal their big regrets
Buyer's remorse has set in for millions of homeowners and renters alike now that they're stuck at home all the time. These are the most persistent nags
By Anna Cottrell Published
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8 reasons why we love Victorian houses
Victorian houses have some of our favourite features, from stunning high ceilings to elegant, charming fireplaces. Here, we take a look at just some of the reasons we love them
By Holly Reaney Last updated
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How a property buying agent could help you buy a new home online
Looking for a new home but want someone to do the legwork for you? Do most of the process online by hiring a buying agent
By Anna Cottrell Published
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UK housing: 1.2 million homes need to be built to close the housing gap
The UK housing market is in crisis, according to a recent report, and the supply-demand gap will take at least 15 years to close
By Anna Cottrell Published
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Real home: an extended ground floor flat with an on-trend blue kitchen
Rebecca and Ewan have capitalised on space and embraced open-plan living in their two-bedroom flat
By Ellen Finch Last updated
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Selling a house? Home staging can massively increase your chances
Your chances of selling a house go up dramatically when the property looks lived in; no time to do it up? Home staging could be a solution
By Anna K. Cottrell Published
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A third of us opt for home renovation over moving house. Here's why you should too
'Improve, not move' is the motto of a third of all homeowners now that renovating and refurbishing is more popular than ever
By Anna Cottrell Published