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Adding a sense of space could make your home more buyer-friendly

So, the Christmas decorations have been put away for another year – leaving your home looking a little more spacious than it did this time last month.

With energy bills rising - now is the time to buy new and keep your costs down

With energy bills rising - now is the time to buy new and keep your costs down

When it comes to moving or buying a first home, many people are faced with the dilemma of old versus new.

Part exchange could be the key to your new home in 2014

Part exchange could be the key to your new home in 2014

If the home of your dreams seems out of reach because you can’t sell an existing house – then part exchange could be the answer, leading to a smooth move in 2014.

Clampdown on tax avoidance on UK property

Schemes designed to get around the Annual Tax on Enveloped Dwellings will have to be disclosed to HMRC.

New affordable home-finding service for renters

New affordable home-finding service for renters

Raglan Housing has launched a new web-based affordable home-finding service for tenants looking to move to another part of the country for employment reasons or in search of larger or smaller accommodation in the local area.

As autumn approaches, don’t hibernate - now is a great time to go house hunting

With the onset of autumn and the darker nights not too far away, don’t be tempted to go into hibernation when it comes to house hunting.

New audio pen brings Redrow show homes to life

New audio pen brings Redrow show homes to life

Redrow Homes is writing itself into the industry’s history books yet again with the use of special audio pens to help would be home buyers appreciate its show homes.

OFT investigates three quick house sale firms

The OFT has opened formal investigations into three quick house sale firms for alleged unfair practices that may have led to some customers losing tens of thousands of pounds.

Preparation is key to getting the most out of viewing your potential new home

Getting the home of your dreams may seem like an arduous task – but by doing your homework and getting prepared, the process can be made easier.

Deposit calculator adds up to a great deal for homebuyers

Deposit calculator adds up to a great deal for homebuyers

Rising house prices and reports of growing consumer confidence may hint at a housing market recover, but if you’re saving for a deposit how do you know what you will be able to afford to buy?

Moving house in the school holidays - why not get the kids involved?

With the long summer holidays just around the corner, there may be a chance to enjoy, rather than dread, a house move with the children around.

Tickets, money, passport - don’t forget about selling your home while on holiday

A week or two in the sun may be just what you need if you’ve been trying to sell your home lately – but don’t forget to add your estate agent to any pre-packing preparations!

Have your say about property to win a grand

If you’re a house-hunter who is tired of traipsing around viewing properties that are just not right for you, you are not alone.

Not sure what to ask when buying a property? Ask the professionals

Buying a home can be a daunting experience – particular if you are going through the process for the first time or it has been many years since you last moved house.

Moving - how do you decide what to leave behind?

When it comes to selling your home and moving on, how do you decide what to leave behind? Equally, when you move into a new home – what do you expect the former owners to have left?