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Expert advises on how to keep your home cool as temperatures top 32 degrees this weekend

While most Brits welcome a heatwave, the majority of our homes are not equipped to handle the higher temperatures. From stuffy bedrooms to humid kitchens, being inside during British summers can be an uncomfortable experience. And with temperatures tipped to reach 32 degrees tomorrow, the problem is set to peak.

But now an expert from MyBuilder.com, the reliable way to hire tradespeople, has...

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Catalyst launches new homes at award-winning development in Princes Risborough

The appeal of a countryside lifestyle shows no sign of slowing down, with recent reports revealing a continued exodus of homebuyers from the capital.*

Demand for spacious homes with private gardens, access to the countryside and within commuting distance of London remains high, with 85% of house hunters putting gardens top of the wish list**, evidenced by the success of Catalyst’s...

Property values climb 15.5% - Industry reaction

Property values climb 15.5% - Industry reaction Property industry reaction to the latest UK House Price Index

The latest index shows that house prices climbed by 15.5% annually in July, up by 2% on a monthly basis alone.

Director of Benham and Reeves, Marc von Grundherr, commented:

“The extreme resilience demonstrated by the property market so far this year continues to...

Comment on the new Prime Minister and Secretary of State from a Property Perspective

Comment on the new Prime Minister and Secretary of State from a Property Perspective Andrew Williams, Managing Director, Boyer (part of Leaders Romans Group )

Practically every senior role in the political administration of the country is now new to their role.

With a new Prime Minister and a new Secretary of State for Department for Levelling Up, Housing & Communities, we could...

Part Exchange To An Energy Efficient New Home In Southport

HOMEOWNERS looking to combat rising energy bills could find that they’re able to make a triple saving with a move to a new home in Southport. A small number of properties at Balmoral Gardens will be ready to be occupied before Christmas and to help sellers become buyers, Elan Homes is hosting a part exchange event this weekend (October 1 and 2).

Designed to maximise efficiency and...

Local housebuilder treats Middlesbrough care home residents to Afternoon Tea

Care home residents in Middlesbrough have been treated to a donation of Afternoon Tea thanks to 5 star housebuilder, Barratt Developments North East.

Residents at Nunthorpe Oaks Residential Home received a selection of freshly made sandwiches, scones, cakes and other sweet treats from Barratt Developments North East to celebrate the nation's favourite tradition.

Prepared by...

Discover How To Make A Simple Move To A New Home In Lancashire

A MOVE to an energy efficient new home in Lancashire could happen quickly and simply with the help of Anwyl Homes.

The homebuilder is hosting a special “Move Simple” event on Thursday, October 6* from 5pm to 8pm across three developments – Priory Gardens , Burscough; Lawrence Gardens , Barton and Stonebridge Fold in Longridge.

Over prosecco and grazing platters, visitors...

Real Estate Investment Trusts set to boom

Market analysis by mortgage broker, Henry Dannell , reveals that the Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) market is estimated to be worth almost £7 billion by 2025 after expected growth of 11.8% over the next three years. But what is REIT, and why is the market about to see such a significant boom?

A Real Estate Investment Trust is a property investment company that invests in...

Barratt Developments Hits Goal of Installing 4,000 Swift Nesting Bricks

With swifts back in UK skies this summer, Barratt Developments, the UK’s largest housebuilder, has announced it has installed 4,000 swift nesting bricks into its homes since 2016, including at its Yorkshire East division.

The work is part of its partnership with the RSPB to help give nature a home by supporting wildlife on new housing developments. Building new homes for swifts is an...

Truss urged to cut fuel duty and cap energy bills

The votes are in and it’s Liz Truss as Prime Minister. So what now? RIFT Tax Refunds has laid out what we can expect from our new PM when it comes to our taxes, as well as urging her to remove fuel duty for 12 months and cap energy bills at £1,1750 for the next year, if she wants to help the average household.

After a somewhat odd battle or more a squabble between Truss and Sunak as...

Catalyst’s stylish homes for less at The Folium

A recent study by Nationwide has found that a staggering 70% of hopeful homeowners are intending on delaying their house purchase for almost two years due to the rising cost of living, with 88% of these purchasers worried that living costs are affecting their efforts to save deposits.

Aware of the increasing financial barriers to home ownership, to help reduce the upfront costs...

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