Homeowners

Scientists at the University of Leeds have discovered a possible breakthrough in controlling Japanese knotweed

Japanese Knotweed: high risk areas in the UK and how to manage it

Homeowners could be liable for £50k fine if your neighbour does ‘this’ to your property

Neighbours could land homeowners a £50k fine according to obscure law

Experts from the industry have given an insight into what effect Jeremy Hunt’s new Spring Budget will have on the UK housing market.

What does spring budget mean for housing market? Zoopla forecast

This £1 hack could prevent your boiler from breaking down

£1 item could stop your boiler breaking, according to heating engineer

Shrove Tuesday is just around the corner but plumbers have issued a warning ahead of the day

Pancake Day mistake which could leave you £300 out of pocket

The top 20 most house-proud cities – with Newcastle topping the list

Here’s why you shouldn’t use bleach to clean your bathroom

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Kirsty McLuckie on community values

Orchids make an elegant addition to any home especially in the winter (photo: Adobe)

Houseplants to brighten your home this winter

In a recent poll of 20,000 adults by PayPal UK found that 44 per cent will feel financial pressure this festive season, with three quarters of those too proud to split costs.

Experts reveal 5 ways to have an energy efficient Christmas Day

Homeowners could receive cash reward up to £2,000 for making energy-efficient im...

Extinction Rebellion Scotland perform a ‘fossil fools’ protest on the official day of the energy price rise. Picture: Lisa Ferguson

The extraordinary week the UK markets pitched into crisis

Portsoy Sail Loft

Homeowners, architects, students, all encouraged to nominate for the Aberdeenshi...

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Kirsty McLuckie on the cost of green living

Be prepared for extreme weather (photo: adobe.com)

Extreme weather protection - 7 tips for dealing with storm damage

These are the top 20 moving bugbears

EZVIZ DB2 video doorbell.

TECH TALK: EZVIZ DB2 video doorbell – reassuring home security delivered straigh...

Old style fire alarms will no longer be allowed.

Tories call for a delay to Scotland's controversial fire alarm legislation

A view of the facade of the Bank of England in central London on November 5, 2020. - The Bank of England on November 5, 2020 unveiled an extra £150 billion in cash stimulus and forecast a deeper coronavirus-induced recession for the UK as England begins a second lockdown. (Photo by Ben STANSALL / AFP) (Photo by BEN STANSALL/AFP via Getty Images)

Why millions of households ‘could face higher mortgage payments after Budget’

Some households are making thousands of pounds renting out driveway or garage space

Households making up to £2,000 a year renting out their driveways and garages

The government is aiming to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050 (Photo: Shutterstock)

Homeowners face hefty fines if gas boilers are not replaced before they are bann...

Top renovations UK homeowners are planning to get their homes ready to host on M...

Summer dining table sets to make the most of your backyard

Summer dining table sets to make the most of your backyard

Hit with a huge repairs bill - Keith and Elaine Dennis

'It's scandalous' - ex-Edinburgh council tenants facing £40k repair bills

According to data from banking trade body UK Finance, banks agreed to 2.7m mortgage payment deferrals. Picture: Rui Vieira/PA Wire

Mortgage holidays may not upset credit score but could affect future borrowing -...

From Glasgow flats to Ayrshire piles, homeowners seek to cash in on COP26

Natural lighting, a large garden and an ensuite bathroom are among the top 50 th...

The graveyard property located on Milton Road, Portobello (Channel 4).

Edinburgh property appears on hit Channel 4 home show

David Alexander is managing director of DJ Alexander.

Homeowners are the losers in this grim game of pass the parcel - David Alexander

Sellers in these UK cities pay the most in estate agency fees

Affordable ways to make your home more attractive to potential buyers

Homeowners are spending an extra £7.5 billion on home improvements - here's why

Wondering if a fixed term mortgage is for you? Here's what you need to know (Photo: Shutterstock)

2 and 5 year fixed rate mortgage deals explained - and how to choose what to go ...

Switching from an SVR to a new fixed rate deal could save you money on your mortgage (Photo: Shutterstock)

The best remortgage deals - explained by a finance expert

The new guidance will come into effect from 4 June (Photo: Shutterstock)

You can still apply for a mortgage payment holiday until the end of October - he...

Smart ways to keep kitchen appliances squeaky clean

The CEBR forecast suggests that UK house prices could fall by as much as 13 per cent on average by the end of this year.

House prices to fall by 13% as coronavirus lockdown hammers incomes

Edinburgh fire being treated as suspicious

New Bank of England governor Mark Carney. Picture: Pa

Homeowners happy as Carney plans low interest rates

Empty homes to face doubling of council tax fees

Scots homeowners looking to downsize, claims report

Millions face dearer phone and broadband bills from BT

Scottish housing market: Homeowners hit as mortgage rates rise

Downing Street moves could set Scots house prices falling

Brown helps crunch victims keep homes

Owners furious as factoring bill doubles without warning

Interest rates: Bank of England rejects call for cut

House prices: 'Credit crunch biting deep for homeowners'

Bankruptcy rate rises as individuals and businesses fall further into debt

Insurance boost for 'flood risk' homes

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New study will aim to find out health impact of 'passive vaping'

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