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Your new home

There’s a lot to think about when purchasing a property, whether it’s your first, your fifth or your forever home. These articles and guides cover some of the important things to keep in mind or look out for.

Sold Board in front of a house

Whether you're buying a property for the first time of the latest of many, how ...

Couple looking at flats

It pays to be as thorough as possible when you’re househunting. The first step ...

Young couple looking ad house listings

When it comes to home buying, location is an important consideration. You may ...

Young couple looking at house listings in estate agent (window)

Viewing a property can be a bit overwhelming. You're alone in someone else's ...

Key with red house key ring attached with chain laying on wooden surface

Leasehold and freehold: two very different types of property. We've put ...

Couple sat on floor of their new home taking a break from unpacking boxes

When viewing a house or flat, it's always worth keeping your eyes open to get a ...

Couple sat between stacked boxes, both wearing boxes on their heads with smiley faces drawn on them

You've found your dream home, exchanged contracts and sorted your mortgage. All ...

Row of houses on left side of a long road

A new property is likely to be the biggest purchase you’ll ever make, so it’s ...

Row of Houses

How energy-efficient a home is could mean hundreds of pounds’ difference when ...

Japanese knotweed Plant

Japanese knotweed is a notoriously stubborn and invasive plant that can cause ...

Wood decayed

Are you worried about dry rot affecting your home? You’re not alone. Dry rot is ...

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