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The Red Flags You Are Missing In Your Flat Hunt

With the UK rental market more competitive than ever before, prospective tenants looking for new flats are under increasing pressure to make a decision fast or risk losing their chance to secure a property completely.

Below, Elliot Rainbow, property expert and CEO of Ernest Brooks International, shares his thoughts and experience of what modern flat hunters may be missing out on when attending...

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Calls For Budgeting Lessons In Schools

BUDGETING and how to manage money should be taught in schools, a survey by Elan Homes has found.

In the survey Elan asked what, if anything schools should be teaching children that they currently are not in regard to finances and home ownership.

Most people (54.05%) said there should be lessons on “how to manage money/budgeting”; while 41.16% wanted young people to be taught...

How To Make A Seamless Move To A Luxurious New Home In Lisvane

Moving to one of the most desirable postcodes in Wales doesn’t have to be stressful.

With prices for new Edenstone Group homes in Lisvane from just under £1 million, it’s likely potential purchasers will have an existing property to sell.

To help simplify and streamline the selling and buying process, the homebuilder has introduced Home Exchange on selected homes at Beaufort...

Put down roots at The Pippins this Summer

Buyers are being given additional reasons to move to one of the most picturesque villages in Kent – a sensational package of summer offers from Dandara.

The housebuilder is offering up to £10,000 of incentives for buyers to choose from on new homes at The Pippins in the tranquil village of Hamstreet, where the Kentish Wealden hills meet the flatlands of Romney Marsh.

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Housebuilder's moving made easy weekend satiates homebuyers' appetite

Independent housebuilder Dandara is hosting a Moving Made Easy weekend at its Towerlands Park development in Braintree on the 29th and 30th July, offering support and advice to those looking to sell their previous property and move smoothly into their new home.

Despite soaring mortgage interest rates and an uncertain economic climate, the appetite to move homes has remained high in...

Barratt marks 75th NHS anniversary by extending its Key Worker Deposit Scheme in Pickering and donates £75,000 to NHS charities

To help celebrate the 75th anniversary of the National Health Service and to say thank you for the amazing work it does, Barratt Developments is helping NHS workers across Pickering to afford a new home by helping towards their deposits.

Barratt Homes, David Wilson Homes and Barratt London, all part of the country’s biggest housebuilder Barratt Developments, is specially extending...

Langport locals enjoy outside space thanks to local housebuilder

Local housebuilder Allison Homes South West has installed a legacy bench at its Orchard development in Langport. The bench will offer a space for relaxation, socialising and appreciation of the scenery which the development has to offer.

Spending time in nature has been proven to have positive effects on mental health problems such as anxiety and depression. Leading mental health...

Boyer’s Loughborough office undergoes a sustainable refurbishment

National planning consultancy Boyer (part of Leaders Romans Group ) has reopened its Midlands office, based at Cedar Business Park, Normanton on Soar, Loughborough following a re-fit with sustainability at its heart.

Boyer’s Loughborough sustainable office features solar panels, a biomass boiler and EV chargers.

It has sustainable carpets and hard flooring made from 65%...

Navigating Inheritance Tax: A Guide for UK Property Investors

Inheritance tax can be a daunting prospect for property investors in the UK, especially those looking to pass down their assets to the next generation. The complexities of this tax can create significant financial burdens if not approached with careful planning. However, with the right strategies and understanding of the tax laws, property investors can navigate inheritance tax efficiently...

Reducing Your Buildings Insurance Premiums – How?

Reducing your building's insurance premium is a smart way to save money while still maintaining adequate coverage. By taking proactive steps to minimize risks and demonstrate your commitment to safety and security, you can potentially negotiate a lower premium with your insurance provider. Here are some strategies to consider.

Improve Security

First and foremost,...

How can we plan cities to work better for women? By Aoife Hand, Carter Jonas (Cambridge)

Public spaces can spark social interaction, provide freedom to express an opinion and bring together people from different backgrounds, ages, and cultures. As such, they are fundamental in strengthening our sense of place and connections within communities. Public spaces can be used and enjoyed both individually and collectively.

Or at least they should be. Research conducted by the...

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