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Can we sell our £1.2million house without the neighbours knowing?

We're keen to avoid time wasters who just want to nose around, and don't like the idea of having a sign plonked outside the house. read


Cold War bunker on the edge of Sandringham could be yours... for just £20,000

The Dersingham Royal Observer Corps post was once part of a large network of observation posts up and down the country. read


The flat I want to buy has a £3,000 annual service charge: Should I steer clear?

The building seems low-maintenance, so I am not sure why the charge is so high. Is it a red flag? read


Take a look inside this South African game reserve with 28 bedroom suites which could be yours for £9.7m

Magic Hills is a privately owned game reserve stretching around 40,000 acres and housing 28 bedroom suites. read


We bought an old, draughty house: How much will it cost to insulate it?

We will soon be moving into a three-bedroom semi-detached house built in the late 1930s. What are the options for reducing our energy bills? read


Period homes now cost 123% more a year to insure than contemporary properties

The average home insurance premium for a period property is £547 per year, compared to £302 a year for homes built after the year 2000, Compare the Market said. read


Abandoned water tower going up for auction for £275,000

Perched on a generous plot near the shores of Grafham Water, Perry Water Tower is a landmark and now stands as a blank canvas for residential use. read


Asking prices hit new record high despite stamp duty hike, Rightmove says

Scotland, Wales, the Midlands and many northern regions saw average property asking prices rise this month, Rightmove said. read


How much it REALLY costs to move to the catchment area for a top school

Moving home to gain entry to a sought-after primary school can be a competitive business - not to mention expensive. read


Audrey Hepburn's former home of 30 years is up for sale...have a look inside

Audrey Hepburn lived in the 12-bedroom eighteenth century Swiss home, La Paisible, which translates as The Peaceful, for three decades, read


This 1,000 year-old Italian castle with 29 bedrooms could be yours... for £12.5m

Rezzanello Castle, located near Milan, spans 6,000 square metres and has 30 bathrooms, a wine cellar and a helipad. read


How to make a small garden look bigger: These 15 tricks will make the most of a poky outdoor space

Two home and garden experts explain how to put a pocket-sized plot to good use. read


Seven-bed Yorkshire castle with a steam room and wine cellar on sale for £7m

The 700 year-old property, called Kirby Knowles Castle, spans 14,208 sq ft and is set in 65 acres of land overlooking rural Yorkshire. read


My neighbour sells used cars in our cul-de-sac: Can I get him to stop?

My neighbour can have up to seven cars parked in front of his house and on the pavements, which he sells to private buyers. What can I do? read


My neighbour's builders keep burning rubbish in the garden - what should I do?

Some of it is wood and garden rubbish, but I've also seen them set fire to a mattress and other household junk. read


The TINY London flats that still won't attract stamp duty after 1 April

Only a small number of properties in London will be exempt from stamp duty once the thresholds change - here are 11 of them. read


My neighbour upstairs ripped out all the carpets - can I take him to court to stop the noise?

My neighbour bought the bulk of the property in August 2024 and he immediately ripped out the carpets on the ground floor. The noise is terrible. read


My neighbour's tree has destroyed my fence panel: Should they pay for repairs?

The tree's roots have warped the fence post and caused one panel to fall out. The fence belongs to me - so can I ask my neighbour to contribute? read


Historic Grade II-listed TOWER in Northampton up for auction for £225k

The converted eighteenth century Hawking Tower was built as a folly by the Second Earl of Strafford and Wentworth. read


Labour wants more timber frame houses: What's good and bad about them?

Wood-framed homes are greener - but how much do they cost, and can you get a mortgage? read


Do I need planning permission for driveway bollards, how much do they cost to install and can they add value to my home?

I have a driveway with a partial wall and we have a garage, but the cars won't fit. I'm thinking about putting bollards up so I can secure my two vehicles at night. read


How much is a driveway worth? The premium buyers say they would pay

According to the findings, having a driveway can boost the value of a property by up to 10%. read


Reeves reveals Labour plan to train 60,000 construction workers: Is it enough to build 1.5million homes?

One trades expert says 225,000 extra workers are needed, and Labour's plan to train 60,000 'barely makes a dent.' read


High tech sofas now come kitted out with speakers, phone chargers... and even a WINE FRIDGE

People spending more time at home want to make their spaces as comfortable and functional as possible, according to DFS. read


Price of buying an average detached house jumps £100,000 in just five years

Larger homes are driving house price growth across Britain, new data from Halifax has revealed. read


Best homes for sale in Greece: As Britons flock there, here are seven sun-soaked properties YOU could buy now

As well as a cheaper cost of living and low taxes, Greece offers a golden visa for those investing in property in the country. read


I want to turn my home into a house for homeless people after I die - how can I make sure it happens?

I would like to ensure that my home was not sold and remained solely used as a home for the homeless. How can I do this? read


Badgers have made a sett under my son's property - what can we do?

Badgers have made their sett under my son's garage, digging out several tonnes of soil into his neighbour's garden. What should we do next? read


The garden can sell your home - here's five tips to get it in shape before listing

We speak to gardening expert Matti Laschkari about his top five tips to help you get your garden in shape for spring and prospective buyers. read


How affordable is your town or city? Best and worst locations for home buyers revealed

UK Debt Expert looked at the affordability of 90 towns and cities, factoring in house prices and average incomes. read


Former windmill in Lincolnshire could be yours for £155,000 - but there are plenty of catches...

Planning permission for change of use to a dwelling has been applied for, with the decision pending, Grice & Hunter, the seller's estate agency, said. read


Nowhere near net zero homes! Energy performance ratings in England are dire... here's where it's worst

More than half of properties in England fall below the C energy performance certificate rating which landlords will be required to meet by 2030, findings suggest. read


Want to win a French chateau? Apply to be on Channel 4's new show!

Chateau DIY: Win the Dream will see aspiring chateau owners compete in challenges to prove they have what it takes to win a French chateau. read


Former mortuary near Needham Market goes up for auction and could be yours for £60,000

Offering scope to for an imaginative developer, The Old Mortuary would have serviced locals during the Second World War. read


I want to buy a house near Heathrow's expansion, can I haggle more money off?

I am considering buying a house close to Heathrow Airport. However, it would be heavily affected by the third runway expansion plans. Can I get it cheaper? read


Top 10 property hotspots for families with young children revealed

A new data series by estate agency Jackson-Stops gives buyers a helping hand in selecting family-friendly locations to live in England. read


My wife wants open-plan living in our newly purchased 1980s home - can we knock the walls down?

My wife wants to create an open-plan living, kitchen and dining space. How do we know if we can knock a wall down or not? read


Undertakers turned three-bed home being sold by The Traitors star - and could be yours for £5m

Nathan Khider, who was on The Traitors, is selling a former undertakers which has been transformed into a bachelor pad. It could be yours for £5m. read


Wye Valley Georgian manor house with 29 BEDROOMS could be yours for £2.75m

Pengethley Manor, a former hotel, has 29 bathrooms and five grand reception rooms, and is currently being used as a private home. read


What is feng shui - and could it make my tiny flat feel like more of a home?

I'm interested in the concept of feng shui, but don't really know how it works or what it entails. Could it help my small home feel well put-together? read


Inspired by Amanda and Alan's Spanish Job? Five doer-uppers for sale in Spain

It's still possible to buy your dream holiday home in Spain - despite the prime minister saying he wants to ban non-EU citizens from acquiring property. read


Five homes for sale you'll love this Valentine's Day - which one would you pick?

Whether it's a cosy cottage you are after or a plush apartment with a seductive communal cinema room, there's something for everyone in the property market this Valentine's Day. read


Devon beach chalet with two beds and balcony could be yours... but you'll need £295,000

The chalet is just one of five located on Branscombe's east beach, nestled in the Jurassic Coast which is a Unesco World Heritage Site. read


We bought our first flat in country's 'most miserable town' Slough and LOVE it - here's why

Julius Pablo, 27, and his partner Raquel Robes, 31, are overjoyed at their recent property purchase in Slough. read


Our neighbours feed foxes and it's making life hell - how can we stop it?

Every evening, a number of foxes now show up on our road waiting for food. The cat's scared to go out, bin liners are being ripped open and the noise is terrible. read


Derelict West Yorkshire home of the Brontë sisters' father goes up for auction for £380k

While Thornbush Farm in West Yorkshire is now derelict, it's history is far from dull, and the entire 8.5 acre site is going up for auction on 5 February. read


Nationwide's new mortgage rule gives first-time buyers less of a helping hand

Nationwide has dealt first-time buyers on modest incomes a blow by upping the income threshold on its sole applicant Helping Hand mortgage from £35,000 to £40,000. read


A neighbour's cat keeps using my garden as its VIP bathroom - how can I stop it happening?

Every day I come across several cat poos on my lawn, driveway and in my flower beds. There are too many to clear up. What can I do to resolve the problem humanely? read


Stoke-on-Trent and Slough see biggest boom in property prices in 2024

From 2023 to 2024, the average cost of a home in Stoke-on-Trent jumped by over £33,000, or 17.2 per cent, from £193,662 to £227,002, Halifax said. read


I have a boundary dispute with my neighbour: Can I get a chainsaw and chop off part of his shed?

Seven years ago, I bought a property with a neighbour's shed encroaching on my land at the back of the garden. This is a problem now I want to sell my house. read


Surrey home with FIFTEEN bedrooms and a wedding venue could be yours for £6m

Grade II-listed Greyfriars House, which spans 14,000 square feet and has nine bedrooms, was designed in 1896 by architect Charles Voysey. read


Billericay vs Barry: Which Gavin and Stacey spot wins on house prices?

Aside from the characters and the plot, the television show has thrust Barry and Billericay firmly into the spotlight. We look at what's on offer at both locations. read


My new neighbour's leaf blower is driving me mad - what can I do?

Our neighbour's leaf blowing seems to last for hours and can start before 8am in the morning. We don't get peace and quiet at the weekends either. How can we get some peace and quiet? read


Slough a 'great place to live' argues estate agent after it was named most miserable spot - here's four homes for sale

David Arfield, branch Manager at Cameron King Estate Agents in Cippenham, Slough, explained to This is Money why he disagrees with the findings about Slough. read


Our house isn't selling - are the neighbours' Christmas lights devaluing it?

We want to sell our house quickly, but I'm worried our lively neighbours' Christmas lights are putting buyers off. How can we get our place sold? read


How rich are YOUR neighbours? Disposable income levels in cities across Britain revealed

Residents in Brighton have the highest amount of disposable income of people in any city in Britain, data seen by This is Money reveals. read


Is my quartz worktop a health hazard, and how can I get it safely removed?

The kitchen worktops are quartz - essentially fake marble. Given recent health concerns, would it be difficult to find a tradesperson willing to remove it? read


Are your old Christmas lights a fire hazard? Lighting expert on his six vital safety checks

Christmas lights are often used year after year, so they can get damaged and worn out - with older non-LED models a particular risk. read


What was it like buying your first home in 1974 vs 2024: How much harder is it to get on the ladder now?

House prices have surged by 2,534% in 50 years, while salary growth has failed to keep up, data shows. read


Most viewed homes on Rightmove 2024... including Jurgen Klopp's former Liverpool mansion

Asking prices for the most viewed homes online via Rightmove range from £750,000 for an eight-bedroom house in Accrington to £45m for a nine-bedroom property in London. read


A boy racer in our cul-de-sac is driving us crazy with a noisy car and reckless driving - what can I do to stop him?

He whizzes past the house, wakes us up at all hours and recently, almost mowed down me and my young children when we were leaving our front door. read


London's last piano factory is up for auction and the huge site is expected to fetch £6.25m

Prospective buyers on the hunt for something a bit different can snap up a piano factory or old boarding school house via auction at Savills. read


I bought a home next to a tyre garage: How can I stop the noise, rubbish and parking nightmare?

Life has been extremely difficult to the point where I am considering leaving and renting the property out. I cannot sell as I am in a fixed-term mortgage. read


Surge in shops and offices converted to homes as landlords tap in to sky-high property demand

Applications made to councils to change the use of a property from commercial to residential have soared in recent years, data shows. read


Westminster penthouse with MI6 history up for grabs for just shy of £4m

The unique flat is located at Whitehall Court, the former home of MI6 spymaster Sir Mansfield Cumming and screenwriter Brian Clemens. read


The top property features home buyers are looking for - from big rooms to gas hobs

New data reveals the things that prospective buyers want to see on a house viewing - and how much extra they are willing to pay for them. read


Cost of moving home DOUBLES in a decade: How much will YOU pay?

The cost of moving home has more than doubled since 2014, data seen by This is Money shows - and stamp duty rises next year will see it soar even further. read


Roofers branded least trustworthy tradespeople as cost of building work surges

The average cost of getting a building job done at home has surged 19% to £12,634. However, trust in tradespeople remains mixed, and it's not good news for roofers. read


Revealed: The premium home buyers pay for a property in a national park

Figures from Nationwide reveal which of Britain's national parks is priciest, and how much more it costs to snap up a home. read


What are my legal rights if I buy a home and the council tax band rises?

If a property is marketed by an estate agent as being in band C, for example, what are my legal rights if this shifts to a higher band once we move in? read


Millionaire filmmaker Charlotte Fantelli's £1.7m New Forest home is up for sale - have a peek inside

Millionaire filmmaker and entrepreneur Charlotte Fantelli said the thing she'll miss most about the property is the double waterfall-style shower, used with the doors open. read


The ultimate doer-upper? Three farm plots going up for auction this month

This is Money is throwing the spotlight on three rural plots going up for auction via Savills on 19 November. All have bags of potential, but will require a serious commitment. read


One-bedroom townhouse moments from Trafalgar Square on sale for £10m

Located on Craven Street, the Grade II-listed house spans seven floors and offers prospective buyers period features as well as contemporary finishings. read


Garage conversions tips: More homeowners are opting to do it - is it wise?

Susi Prudence, a 39-year-old copywriter from Maidstone, converted half of her double garage in her new-build house into a bar. read


Our shared driveway is damaged but my neighbour won't help with repair costs - can I force him to pay up?

My property shares a driveway with a neighbour. The driveway is now badly in need of repair, but my neighbour won't pay up. Is there some way of legally enforcing him to pay for the repair costs? read


Fat-busting 'Slim Reaper' Galia Grainger selling her 11-bed Devon mansion for less than £1m

Galia Grainger, the star of Channel 4 's Celebrity Fat Fighters TV show in 2017, is selling Merlin Court, her Devon fat-busting retreat for £895,000. read


I want to buy a Grade II-listed cottage - how restricted will my renovations be?

I've fallen in love with a Grade II-listed cottage. What should I be aware of before buying the property and would I be allowed to extend it? read


Burglars are in my area - how can I make my home secure as possible?

I'd like to know how I can boost security in my home and on my driveway. What options are available and how much can these systems or products cost? read


Most estate agents have been asked to sell homes with 'illegal' extensions: What work needs planning permission?

The removal of loadbearing walls and installation of new windows overlooking neighbours were the most common works undertaken without permissions in place. read


We take a tour with the reality star billionaire who bought Lympne Castle in Kent

I visited the Grade I listed Lympne Castle, parts of which date back to 1080, to meet Real Housewife Ann Kaplan Mulholland and hear about her plans. read


No Budget boost for first-time buyers - five months to avoid stamp duty tax hit

First-time buyers look set to pay thousands more on stamp duty costs after Rachel Reeves opted to steer clear of any tweaks in the budget. read


My neighbour's firework parties have started - who can we complain to?

If last year is anything to go by, we'll regularly have to put up with firework displays coming from our neighbour's back garden. What can we do? read


People are throwing rubbish in my skip: How can I stop them?

We've had everything from dog poo bags to an old radiator put in there. What can we do to stop this? read


Harry Potter and Lord of the Rings themed holiday park could be yours... for £1.25m

North Shire has rooms themed on Harry Potter's Gryffindor dormitory, Hagrid's hut and even a Lord of the Rings-style hobbit hole. read


The home I want to buy has cracks on the ceiling and walls: Should I be worried?

When it comes to cracks on ceilings and walls, what do I need to be worried about and looking out for? What problems could cracks be hiding? read


Noisy children on a trampoline make our lives a misery: Do we have a right to privacy?

We have to keep all doors, windows, air vents and curtains closed because of two very young noisy children on a trampoline abutting our boundary fence. read


Our neighbours refuse to cut down a huge tree which blocks the sun from our garden - what can we do?

The old neighbours trimmed it back every year, usually in May. However, the new owner doesn't seem to be bothered. read


Britain HAS become more anti-social! Complaints data shows huge spike in fines for serial noise polluters

An FOI request by Churchill Home Insurance revealed local authorities received 203,000 complaints from residents about noisy neighbours in 2023. read


Our house is covered in brown pebbledash - should we get rid of it?

We recently moved into a 1930s three-bedroom semi-detached house. It's ultra-modern inside, so we're contemplating getting rid of the pebbledash externally. read


Flurry of cowboy builders prompts Checkatrade to block record number of tradespeople

In the last six months, Checkatrade turned away a record 668 tradespeople who failed its sign-up checks, representing a 13% rise year-on-year. read


My neighbour's barking dog is a nightmare - should I just move house?

Lots of my neighbours have told me the dog bothers them, but said they didn't want to cause a fuss. What can I do to make it stop? read


We have two types of bamboo in our garden - does it need removing?

We bought our home eight years ago. On either side of the garden is bamboo, planted by previous owners. Should we get rid of it and will it affect the value of our house? read


We need to replace our uPVC double-glazing - should we opt for grey?

Our double-glazing needs replacing due to its age. We've got two quotes for uPVC windows, and have been offered the option of grey anthracite. read


Inside two stunning British sea forts heading to auction with a guide price of £1m

There are not one, but two, unique island sea forts going up for auction via Savills later this month on 18 June. We take a closer look at what's on offer. read


We want to tear up the garden in our new home and replace it with artificial lawn - is it a good idea?

We've just bought our first house and aren't green-fingered at all, so we're considering getting rid of the lawn and replacing it with an artificial one. read


We're looking at buying a home with a swimming pool - how much would it cost to run?

We're house hunting in our local area and have found a four-bedroom home with a pool in the garden which is roughly 20ft x 13ft, with a deep end of 6ft. read


Been waiting to sell your home? Six expert tips to get it sold quickly if you're taking the plunge

This is Money speaks to estate agents to find out how sellers can increase their chances of securing a quick sale at the best price. read


How buying a property for £175k could get you citizenship in the Caribbean

In some countries, properties that qualify for the 'citizenship by investment' scheme cost £100,000 less than the average UK home. read


A messy garden could knock £34k off your house price: Expert reveals easy tips to tidy it up

If you are planning to sell your home, you may want to get the hedge trimmer and garden shears out. read


We have artex ceilings - should we get them smoothed over and would it add value to our home?

We've lived in our house for decades and are considering downsizing. We're not sure if we should get rid of our artex ceilings before listing. read


Busiest house moving day of 2024 is this month - eight tips to save money (and stress) if YOU'RE on the move

Moving is a notoriously stressful, time-consuming and costly affair. With the help of experts, We reveal eight tips to help streamline the process. read


My neighbour's garden lights keep me awake - who do I complain to?

A neighbour has a large number of lights in her back garden, which stay on all night. Can I force her to tone them down? read


Would YOU live here? Seaside cottage with stunning coastal views is branded 'uninhabitable' and 'unsafe' in listing - but is on the market for just £75,000

Potential buyers of Woodbine Cottage in Ardersier, near Inverness, may get some remarkable views of the Moray Firth, but also face a massive renovation job to make the building fit to live in. read


Jeremy Clarkson's pub spikes interest in Burford property... but what homes could you buy in Cotswolds town?

This is Money reveals six properties on sale in or in Burford, near where Jeremy Clarkson has just opened his pub The Farmer's Dog. read


Would YOU live 'inside' a mural? South London ex-council house given a 'Picasso-style' paint job by Italian hip-hop artist goes on the market for £750,000

Located in Brockley, south London, the three-bed one bathroom property is on sale for £750,000. But the house's unique selling point is its colourful frontage, painted by Italian street artist Renato Hunto. read


Kevin McCloud builds his very OWN Grand Design: TV star, 64, transforms 400-year-old farmhouse

McCloud, 65, bought the rural hideaway - which came with planning permission to convert a cow shed into another new home - for £1.1 million in June 2021. read


House prices will rise £61,500 on average in the next five years, predicts Savills

Savills had previously expected house prices to fall by 3% this year, but revised this to a 2.5% rise on the back of falls in the cost of mortgage debt. read


Five homes to buy in UK areas seeing a big boost in properties put up for sale

Buyers are enjoying the highest level of spring-time choice of homes in five years, according to Zoopla. read


Two out of five tenants fear they will be stuck renting for the rest of their lives

One in five tenants also said they changed rental properties more than five times in five years. read


Tiny cliff-side Poldark cottage with stunning views of one of Cornwall's best beaches sells for £423,000

A one-bedroom cliff-side cottage that appeared in BBC 's Poldark has sold for £423,000 after two days of bidding. Porthscylla, the detached property in Cornwall, has stunning beach views. read


Resident in park owned by Britain's richest gipsy Alfie Best says sewage bubbling up into bathroom has left him with 'unsellable' mobile home

Brian Smith, 57, says his mobile home in South Cornwall is 'unsellable' due to an ongoing problem which sees his neighbours' sewage 'bubble up' through their bathroom when the tanks are full. read


Meet the VERY glamorous estate agents in Britain's Selling Sunset: From 'Mr Super Prime', to Made in Chelsea star and S Club 7 ex-husband - the ruthless property moguls selling London's million-pound homes in Brit version of hit show

A British version of Netflix 's Selling Sunset will follow a millionaire property mogul and his estate agent team as they try to sell London 's most expensive homes. read


Luxury Devon penthouse in Grade I listed Flete House is for sale for £450k... but there's a catch

The penthouse is part of Flete House Tower, which is set in 12 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds in the village of Ermington, two miles from the town of Ivybridge. read


Average asking rent reaches record £1,291 outside of London (and DOUBLE that at £2,633 in the capital)

The average asking price of a rental property outside of London climbed to a 17th consecutive record, reaching £1,291 a month, according to Rightmove. read


Number of equity release customers drops as borrowers wait for rates to fall

There were 4,698 new customers in the first three months of this year, which is 11% lower than the last quarter of 2023. read


Britain's most expensive and cheapest places to buy or rent a home revealed

Aberdeen tops the list of the cheapest cities to be a first-time buyer while the most expensive is London. And for tenants, the cheapest city is Carlisle, while the most expensive is also London. read


Amanda Holden and Alan Carr's renovated Tuscan house 'is sold for a staggering sum' after pair teamed up to restore the crumbling 17th century property for BBC show

The house renewed by host Amanda Holden and Alan Carr on the Italian Job has been reportedly sold for £187,777, while firstly bought for just 85p. read


America has a NEW wealthiest enclave: Ritzy neighborhood tops Beverly Hills in California to the priciest homes in the country as average hits over $19 MILLION

The ritzy Miami-area neighborhood of Coral Gables has replaced regions in California and New York for most expensive homes in the United States. read


Two out of five people struggle to pay their mortgage or rent, official data reveals

A total of 40 per cent said it was either 'very difficult' or 'somewhat difficult' to keep up with their rent or mortgage payments. read


Flats with service charges of less than £1,000 on verge of extinction, experts warn

The average service charge on a flat in England and Wales is currently £2,247 a year, nearly a third higher than in the first quarter of 2019. read


Four farm silos listed for £200k and they can be converted to a fabulous family home

Silos are used in farming to store grain or fermented animal feed... but these structures in rural Norfolk are set to get a new lease of life as a three-bed home. read


We had a planning application to extend our cottage in the green belt refused, what are our options?

What are our options after the council refused our planning application to extend our cottage were refused? read


Tenants and landlords remain 'in limbo' on no-fault evictions despite Renters Reform Bill passing

A Section 21 notice allows landlords to legally evict tenants without providing a reason for doing so, creating uncertainty for those renting the property. read


Take a look inside this lovingly restored 1960s landmark Essex home lived in by an architect and listed for £1.85m

We speak to current owners Alan Walker and his wife Sandy, who bought the detached modernist property in the Essex town of Loughton in 2013. read


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