Kensington & Chelsea tops UK rankings with potential £405,000 average tax bill once pensions are included
New analysis from The Private Office (TPO) reveals that bringing pensions into inheritance tax (IHT) calculations from April 2027 could significantly expand the number of people in the UK facing a tax bill, with 152 local authorities newly falling into scope.
The latest research from eXp UK reveals that fixer-upper homes can be picked up for an average saving of more than £44,000, but when the cost of renovating the property is accounted for do homebuyers actually stand to make a saving? And what chance do buyers have of finding one on today's market?
Fixer-uppers are a great way of getting your dream property, providing the opportunity...
Mortgage lending now underpins 30% of England's housing stock, rising to as high as 42% in the country's most mortgage-reliant locations. At the same time, many areas of the market have seen a notable increase in the number of homes owned with a mortgage over the last three years, highlighting the continued strength and resilience of the lending sector.
Interest in growing fruit and vegetables at home is surging amid soaring food prices. And with the start of the growing season just around the corner, now is the time to plan.
According to brand new data from MyBuilder.com , the reliable way to hire tradespeople, 35 per cent of UK shoppers are now considering growing their own fruit or vegetables, due to the increased price of food....
The latest data insight from Enness Global has revealed that demand from high-net-worth individuals looking to finance property purchases using luxury assets has increased by 260% over the last year, as investors look to avoid liquidating better-performing investments in order to secure a property, helping them to offset the weaker returns being seen across the property market.
The latest research from eXp UK reveals that low EPC-rated homes present a potential bargain for homebuyers, as house price savings of up to £54,000 far outweigh the cost of remediation.
eXp UK has analysed average house price data for properties currently on the market in England with an EPC rating of E or worse*, and found that across the country, such properties cost -7.1% less...
Leading proptech firm Coadjute has today announced a major strategic shift towards full-service anti-money laundering (AML) compliance, positioning the fight against financial crime at the heart of its future growth. As part of this renewed focus, the company has appointed one of the UK's most recognisable and trusted property broadcasters, Phil Spencer, as an ambassador.
The latest analysis from award-winning mortgage adviser, Alexander Hall, has revealed that mortgage market momentum has been building steadily over the last three years, with average monthly approvals for both house purchases and remortgaging increasing, and further growth forecast across the first half of the year.
Alexander Hall analysed historic Bank of England data on mortgage...
Searches for 'hotel bedding' see 4,400 average monthly searches.
Head of Product and Displays at Barker and Stonehouse , Lena Giersakina, shares how to replicate the five-star experience from the comfort of your own bedroom.
Textural bedding, defined living areas, and spa-inspired palettes are key.
If you've ever wished you could bring the comfort...
The British weather has been relentlessly miserable in 2026, with the UK already reaching nearly 90 per cent of its average winter rainfall so far this year.
Heavy rainfall is a disaster for our outdoor spaces, with nearly a fifth (17 per cent) of Brits having their lawns completely ruined by the endless rain. A waterlogged lawn can lead to deep, wet patches, a sudden surge of slugs...
