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House Keys

New fear unlocked: over a tenth of Brits admit to keeping a key from a previous property

Millions of UK homes may be less secure than first thought, as new data reveals that more than 10 per cent of Brits still have a key to their previous property.

According to MyBuilder.com , the reliable way to hire tradespeople, 13 per cent of UK residents still have a key to their previous property. Concerningly, the figures among Brits in the 18-34 age category, at 23 per cent.

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Covid Property Boom

UK house prices sit above pandemic market peak, six years on from first Covid lockdown

The latest research from Yopa has found that, six years on from the first Covid lockdown (23rd March 2020), the average UK house price remains 1.7% above the peak reached during the pandemic property market boom, despite the more subdued market conditions seen since.

Yopa analysed* average house price data at three key points in time - January 2020 prior to Covid arriving in the UK,...

London Commercial Property

Just one in five London commercial assets attracting investor interest, as demand shifts across sectors

The latest research by BPS London has revealed that just 18.2% of commercial property opportunities currently listed for sale across London have secured a buyer, highlighting a highly selective investment landscape across the capital.

BPS London analysed current commercial property listings across London, assessing the proportion of available opportunities that have already attracted...

Maintaining solar panels

Urgent warning issued over TikTok solar panels amid 250% surge in demand

An energy expert has issued a warning about a viral money-saving trend involving ultra-cheap solar panels sold on social media, revealing they could pose serious fire risks while offering minimal savings on energy bills.

The rise in solar panel interest has been fuelled in part by viral videos on platforms like TikTok, where sellers promote compact solar panels for as little as £12....

Best places to downsize

Blackpool rated the best city for downsizers Best and worst UK cities for downsizers revealed

New research from property experts Good Move has revealed the best and worst cities in the UK for homeowners looking to downsize, highlighting where sellers can maximise their equity and where smaller homes offer the least financial benefit.

The study analysed house price data and average property sizes across major UK cities to determine where downsizers gain the most value when...

Landlords

Property Landlords Still Buying

The latest research from Benham and Reeves shows that despite the imminent rollout of Making Tax Digital and the Renters' Rights Act bringing new levels of compliance, regulation, and control over their properties, buy-to-let landlords are still buying up property assets at an increased rate, with the total buy-to-let mortgage value being lent increasing by more than 20% over the past year...

Fibo Panels

Fibo introduces new wall panel decors designed to support faster installation and reduced maintenance across multiple sectors

Fibo has announced the launch of a new collection of wall panel decors, developed to support faster installation, reduced downtime and long-term durability across residential, hospitality, healthcare, education, commercial projects and beyond.

Designed and manufactured in Norway since 1952, Fibo's wall panel system provides a fully waterproof wall solution for interior environments...

Bungalows

Britain's over‑55s face 'impossible' search for accessible homes as bungalow supply crashes to one per cent

A growing number of older homeowners say they're trapped in properties that no longer meet their needs, as new research commissioned by Uplifts reveals the UK is now facing a 'critical accessibility gap' in its housing market.

According to the study, one in four (25 per cent) people aged 55+ say their current home won't support their long‑term mobility - yet bungalows, the home type...

Top Welfare Unit Hire Companies for HSE Compliant Construction Sites

Choosing the right welfare unit hire company helps construction sites stay compliant with HSE requirements while supporting worker comfort and productivity. This guide highlights three leading providers offering reliable, well-equipped welfare units suitable for projects of various sizes in the UK.

Choosing the Right Welfare Unit Provider for Construction Site Compliance

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Mouldy property

TWO-THIRDS OF HOUSEHOLDS STRUGGLE WITH DAMP AND MOULD AS HIGH ENERGY BILLS CAUSE A THIRD TO TURN DOWN HEATING

As winter comes to an end, more than 18 million homes (64% of households) are struggling with the repercussions of condensation, damp and mould[1] according to new research by energy comparison experts at Uswitch.

One in three households (36%) say the problem has been worse this year[2], and four-fifths of people (81%) have had to use at least one cleaning product or tool to tackle...

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