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7 property flaws that will drive down your house price – and how to fix them
Want a good house price for your property? Avoid these common flaws that put buyers off
By Anna Cottrell •
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Top 5 home improvements guaranteed to increase your house price by thousands
These home improvements will fetch you a significantly higher house price – and they're not pricy extensions
By Anna Cottrell •
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11 ways to add value to a Victorian terrace
There are lots of ways to add value to a Victorian terrace, from putting in additional bathrooms to creating open plan living. Use our tips to invest wisely
By Anna Cottrell •
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Phil Spencer's top 5 home improvements to boost your home's value
Phil Spencer gives wise advice to home owners wanting to sell at a good price
By Anna Cottrell •
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Joint Borrower, Sole Proprietor mortgages: could you own a home?
Joint Borrower, Sole Proprietor mortgages are on the rise as an option for people who are struggling to get on the property ladder. We assess the pros and cons of this type of mortgage for prospective buyers
By Anna Cottrell •
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Negotiating house prices: 11 ways to get the best property price
Does negotiating house prices make you a little nervous? Follow our guide to haggling for the best house price and come to the negotiating table fully prepared
By Anna Cottrell •
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Habito review: is this online mortgage broker right for you?
Our Habito review explains the online mortgage broker's services and how to use them
By Anna Cottrell •
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These 7 FREE home improvements will make your house sell for more, say Phil and Kirstie
These home improvements will cost you nothing but time... but, according to property experts Phil Spencer and Kirstie Allsopp, are guaranteed to make buyers willing to pay more
By Anna Cottrell •
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Best mortgage rates: find the best mortgage deals in August 2020
Learning how to access the best mortgage rates is a useful skill – especially post Covid-19. This is what you need to know
By Anna Cottrell •
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Kerb appeal: 7 ways to add value and attract viewers when you're selling
Find out how to make the most of your home’s kerb appeal to boost your chances of a sale – and a better offer
By Lucy Searle •
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Can't sell your house? Phil Spencer's tips will tell you why – and how to
Phil Spencer advises on how to move your house sale forward when you're struggling to find a buyer
By Anna Cottrell •
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The 6 best places to live in the UK for sunshine and warmth
These UK towns and cities have lots of sunshine and mild winters – if you're a sun worshipper, you should check them out
By Anna Cottrell •
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8 ways to boost your home's value – with tips from Phil Spencer & Kirstie Allsopp
These tips are guaranteed to increase the value of your property – sellers, this one's for you
By Anna Cottrell •
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First time buyers: get on the property ladder by considering shared ownership
Getting your first property is tougher than ever, but shared ownership could become more mainstream post Covid-19
By Anna Cottrell •
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Selling property online can save you money – here's how
Savvy Leeds property seller proves that selling online can save you many thousands in estate agent fees
By Anna Cottrell •
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Pet-friendly rentals are a priority post lockdown – here's where to look
Finding a pet-friendly rental property can still be a struggle, but these UK cities are up to speed with the demand for pet-friendly housing
By Anna Cottrell •
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Searching for your forever home? Follow Phil Spencer's top tips
Follow these tips by Phil Spencer, and you could find a forever home you can actually afford
By Anna Cottrell •
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Refund stamp duty for all transactions in lockdown, new petition demands
Home owners who bought a property between March and July are calling for the stamp duty they paid to be refunded, in the light of the new stamp duty holiday
By Anna Cottrell •
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These are the best places to live in London if you're buying in 2020
Think you can't afford anywhere nice in the capital? These are the best places to live in London that are up-and-coming and still affordable
By Anna Cottrell •
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Buying to let? Don't miss Phil Spencer's expert tips
Phil Spencer advises on making buying to let a worthwhile and profitable investment
By Anna Cottrell •
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Rishi Sunak announces a stamp duty holiday for homes under £500,000
Chancellor confirms plans for a stamp duty holiday in his summer statement
By Anna Cottrell •
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Phil Spencer's 5 tips for buyers on making an offer – and agreeing a good price
Use these tips from property expert Phil Spencer to get the best house price this summer
By Anna Cottrell •
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After Covid-19, flat-hunters want a property with... this elusive feature
Property with roof terraces is hot right now – and these are some of the most spectacular ones available
By Anna Cottrell •
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Housing market 'makes my head spin' says Phil Spencer. Are prices going up – or down?
Both property transactions and property prices are continuing to grow: so why are expert prognoses for the housing market pessimistic? Even Phil Spencer feels confused. We investigate
By Anna Cottrell •
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The UK's most desired properties all have this one feature. Does yours?
Demand for property with this feature has soared, and it's not a home office or fast broadband
By Anna Cottrell •
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How to buy a house or flat: a guide for first-time buyers in 2020
Need advice on how to buy a house? You've found the property you want – these are the steps you'll need to take to make it your home
By Sarah Warwick •
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UK property: rest of 2020 will see shifting priorities and regional differences
As the impact of Covid-19 on the property market begins to take shape, we take stock of emerging trends
By Anna Cottrell •
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The lockdown effect: two thirds of us want better green spaces where we live
Research shows that 71% of adults in England think their local green space, or nearby countryside, could be enhanced
By Emily Shaw •
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Mortgage advisors: a beginner's guide
Do you need a mortgage advisor, and how do you find the best one to snag you a great mortgage deal? We take you through the steps, and explain the difference between mortgage advisors and brokers
By Anna Cottrell •