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City or country? Urban sprawl or rural idyll? If you want the best of both worlds, these are the UK's greenest cities
Want to live somewhere leafy and serene, but with all the pros of urban life? We reveal the UK's greenest cities, and give you an overview of London's greenest boroughs
By Anna Cottrell •
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Renting out your driveway could earn you £1,000 a year
Britons made £3.8 billion last year renting out their drives as parking spaces. So, what do you need to do to start making money from yours?
By Anna Cottrell •
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Many house viewers have no intention of buying your home: they're just snooping
One in nine Britons admit to looking up, or even viewing, properties they have no intention of buying. What's behind this bizarre behvaiour?
By Anna Cottrell •
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Almost three fifths of Britons have lied while selling their home
New research reveals we're so keen to sell – and buy – property that many of us resort of lies to hide debt and other issues
By Anna Cottrell •
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Buying in London? You should look at these 4 up-and-coming areas
Think you can't afford anywhere nice in London? The ever-changing city has some new opportunities that should be on your radar
By Anna Cottrell •
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How to present your home for sale: 10 ways to sell your home quickly
Selling your property this year? Make sure it's appealing to prospective buyers by presenting it for sale properly. Find out how by following these 10 handy tips
By Anna Cottrell •
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UK house price forecast: what to expect in 2019
To Brexit and beyond, property expert Kate Faulkner offers her view of what 2019 will bring to home owners and prospective buyers
By Anna Cottrell •
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The best London commuter towns (that aren't in Surrey)
Thinking of commuting into London, but want more options than Surrey/Hertfordshire? We have some intriguing suggestions
By Anna Cottrell •
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Online property auctions are becoming more sophisticated, offering a stress-free property search for tenants and buyers
New online platforms are making the property auction market more reputable – and a viable alternative for both home owners and renters
By Anna Cottrell •
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How to haggle for the best house price
In a position to buy a home, want to get a good deal, but feel intimidated by the price negotiation stage? 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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A brand-new, zero-deposit rental scheme addresses the problem of high deposits
A new rental-only housing development offers no-deposit, high-standard rental accommodation at affordable prices – we're impressed
By Anna Cottrell •
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Rental property market growing despite tax reforms
Factors such as inheritance and build-to-rent are contributing to the steady growth of renting in the UK
By Anna Cottrell •
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The bank of mum and dad helps a third of Britons get on the property ladder
Borrowing from family is at an all-time high, but is that sustainable?
By Anna Cottrell •
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The easiest place to buy your first home: Lancashire. The hardest: not London
New research by Compare My Move reveals the best – and worst – places in the UK to buy a first home
By Anna Cottrell •
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Rental paperwork and documents: a checklist for private renters
Renting a home initially involves providing, signing, and receiving various documents. Here’s what you need to know about what to sign and when
By Andrea Dean •
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Renting: a beginner’s guide
New to renting? Follow our hassle-free, step-by-step guide to finding the right home
By Andrea Dean •
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Renting: how to be a good tenant
Take care of the property and pay bills promptly to enjoy a hassle-free tenancy – follow our 10 top tips to find out how to be a good tenant
By Andrea Dean •
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Viewing a rental property: 10 essentials to look out for
Keep your eyes peeled when viewing a rental property to get a feel of what it will be like to live in – and if it’s right for you – with these 10 tips
By Andrea Dean •
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Revealed: our pick of the top London borough for Help to Buy
Thinking of settling in the capital with the help of the government help-to-buy scheme? This is the borough to watch
By Anna Cottrell •
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New online tool could help you save for a house deposit much faster
Think a deposit for a house is out of reach? You might want to think twice about that takeaway (and other little luxuries that are holding you back
By Anna Cottrell •
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Over half of home buyers don't have a survey – then live to regret it
New survey reveals Brits don't spend enough time choosing their homes, then suffer from buyer's remorse
By Anna Cottrell •
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Leaving keys under the door mat ups your chance of being burgled
One in 14 homes has been burgled as a result of leaving a spare key outside a property – so don't make the same mistake
By Anna Cottrell •
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Leigh-on-sea voted the happiest place to live in the UK by Rightmove
The survey made for interesting reading, with the top 10 happiest places to live in the UK dominated by small towns
By Anna Cottrell •
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The modular homes that are promising to end the UK housing crisis – at the rate of 8 new homes per day
A newcomer to the UK's pre-fab property sector is aiming to close the house building gap at the rate of 2,000 new precision engineered homes a year
By Anna Cottrell •
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Why properties over £1 million are selling like hot cakes
Large, expensive properties are selling well despite the property slump. What's behind the rise of the million-pound mortgage?
By Anna Cottrell •
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Nearly half of Airbnb-style landlords spend their earnings on home improvements
Landlords do it, so it makes sense that the money earned from hosting guests is reinvested into creating a dream home
By Ellen Finch •
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SpareRoom teams up with RSPCA and Crisis to address the lack of pet-friendly rental accommodation
First ever Pet Think Tank launched to help reverse landlords' negative attitude to pets
By Anna Cottrell •
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How to sell your home in a buyer's market
Trying to sell a house or flat in a tougher market? With buyers calling all the shots, it pays to be prepared. Follow our tips to make sure you get the best price and that your sale goes through smoothly
By Anna Cottrell •
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One in four Brits under 35 have no savings for a home deposit; many have given up on their 'dream home'
Research figures demonstrate that home ownership is an unattainable ideal for many. But what is a dream home in 2018?
By Anna Cottrell •
