Buying and Selling
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How to buy an old house
When property hunting, it is all too easy to let your heart rule your head. But there are many things to consider before taking the plunge. Make sure you are up to the task ahead with expert advice, and use our essential checklist on buying an old house
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Despite stringent regulations, sellers do not disclose problems to buyers
Water damage and noisy neighbours are among things house sellers must disclose before the sale, but many still fail to
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Poor furnishing choices deter home buyers
Sellers must focus carefully on their furniture choices if they hope to get an offer on their homes; buyers need to look beyond them
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Real Homes Reports: period properties beat new builds in poll
Real Homes survey shows nearly half of us want a characterful period property rather than a new build
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Buy-to-let shrugs off market woes
Recent research shows that buy-to-let gives better returns than gold, cash, or fine art
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First-time buyers stabilise uncertain property market
Latest figures from the UK Finance Mortgage Trade Update show that the number of first-time property buyers is stabilising, offering hope for the property market
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What £150,000 gets first-time buyers around the UK
Worried your first-time buyer budget of £150,000 won't bag you a dream home? You'll be surprised by what you can buy
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International buyers drive out locals
The UK is an increasingly attractive destination for foreign property investors, who are boosting property market growth. But what does this mean for prospective local homeowners?
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Online tool reveals average house selling times in the UK
This new online tool allows you to see how quickly homes sell in your area, and provides intriguing stats about UK property hotspots
