Thinking of buying a bungalow? Learn the pros, cons, costs, common problems and what to look for. Includes our research on ...

Homes valued at £2 million or higher will face a so-called 'mansion tax' from April 2028. But how will mansion tax valuations ...

So what is the cost of selling a house in 2025? We set out what to expect in terms of estate agent fees, legal fees and other costs involved in the sale of your property. Angela Kerr Director, Editor ...

When do you need a party wall notice or party wall agreement (technically called a party wall award)? Our guide gives you all the answers you need to obtain the correct permissions to carry out your ...

What is a restrictive covenant? Restrictive covenants are binding conditions that are written into a property’s deeds or contract by a seller to determine what a homeowner can or cannot do with their ...

Firstly, you’ll need to choose the best estate agent. This part of the process typically takes 7-14 days and involves: Once you’ve chosen your estate agent, they’ll need to ensure the property has a ...

Taking care of your home requires regular maintenance. Keep on top of things with our home maintenance checklist, handily set out according to the seasons. Angela Kerr Director, Editor This may not be ...

Heat pumps can be expensive to install, even with the help of government grants. We look at how much you should expect to pay for one, as well as the cost of running a heat pump to help you weigh up ...

Selling a probate house can be a complex process. Here’s the basics but read on for more detailed information on how the process works. No. The people named in the will as beneficiaries have the right ...

What is a snagging list? A snagging list, or snagging survey, is an inspection of your new build home to identify any defects. Most new build snags are cosmetic, such as scratched windows, paint ...

With inheritance tax on property: who has to pay it? when do you have to pay it? and what are the rules about the main residence nil-rate band? We take a look. Rebecca Gamble Consumer Journalist ...

If you want to get on the property ladder, one of the first questions you’ll need to know the answer to is 'How much deposit do I need to buy a house?' We look at why a bigger deposit is better, the ...