Home improvements that could slash your property value
Thinking of adding bold wallpaper or removing a bedroom? Think again. Property experts reveal which popular home improvements are actually making houses harder to sell across the UK.
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Win a £1.5M Devon Dream Home for £3
BOTB's latest dream home giveaway offers the chance to win a spectacular five-bedroom Devon property worth £1.5 million with tickets starting at just £3. Enter now for your shot at country living luxury!
Gen Z's countryside move: Beyond cheap rent
Discover the surprising reasons behind Generation Z's mass exodus from UK cities to rural communities - it's about more than just affordable housing.
Council buys £1.2m flat while thousands sleep rough
Exclusive investigation reveals Westminster council spent £1.2m on luxury apartment for former councillor while homelessness crisis deepens across London.
Fixer-Upper Frenzy: Project Homes Selling Faster
New data reveals a surprising trend in the UK property market as homes needing renovation are selling 50% faster than turnkey properties, challenging conventional wisdom about what buyers want.
Divorce Pension Rules: Splitting Private Pensions Explained
A financial expert explains the complex rules around pension division during divorce proceedings and what you need to know to protect your retirement savings.
Rent Payments Now Count Toward Your Credit Score
In a major credit scoring overhaul, Experian will now include rental payment history, helping millions of UK renters build creditworthiness and access better financial products.
Ant McPartlin leaves £6M home after neighbour row
TV presenter Ant McPartlin and wife Anne-Marie Corbett abandon their West London mansion following a bitter planning battle with neighbours over their renovation plans.
London landlord finds tenant secretly running Airbnb
A Shepherd's Bush landlord made a startling discovery when he found his property being illegally sublet on Airbnb while the tenant claimed to be working abroad. The investigation reveals how London's rental crisis is creating new challenges for property o
London landlord finds tenant's secret cannabis farm
A North London landlord uncovered his tenant's double life after finding the property abandoned and transformed into an illegal cannabis farm, sparking a police investigation and highlighting rental property risks.
£1 Seaside Flat Earns Owner £32,000 Yearly
A revolutionary property deal sees a Brighton seafront apartment sell for just £1, with the new owner set to earn £32,000 annually through an innovative rental scheme. Discover how this groundbreaking model could change coastal property ownership.
London couple's amazing floorboard discovery transforms home
A London couple uncovered pristine original floorboards after pulling up their carpet, creating a stunning home transformation that's gone viral and added significant value to their property.
Chinese vase valued at £2k sells for £328,000
A remarkable Chinese imperial vase discovered in a routine valuation stunned auctioneers when it sold for 164 times its estimate at a London auction house.
Reeves' housing plan faces green belt backlash
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces mounting criticism as Labour's controversial housing reforms threaten to fast-track development on protected greenfield sites, sparking rebellion among Tory MPs and environmental groups.
Big Dug Black Friday: Industrial Storage Deals
Discover incredible Black Friday deals on garage storage, industrial shelving and workshop organisation from Big Dug. Transform your space with professional-grade racking at unprecedented prices.
Westpac sees 50% loan surge after housing scheme expansion
Westpac reports unprecedented 50% jump in loan applications following Labor's expanded housing deposit scheme, creating both opportunities and affordability concerns in Australia's property market.
London flat sale that sounds like scam has surprising truth
A London property owner is selling his flat at a bargain price, fully aware his offer sounds like a classic property scam. Discover the surprising truth behind this unconventional sale.
Married an older man, now his dad bod is a turn-off
A woman who married a significantly older man reveals how her husband's 'dad bod' has become an unexpected relationship challenge, sparking debate about age-gap relationships and physical attraction.
Waltham Forest may use shipping containers for homeless families
East London council explores innovative container housing solution as homelessness crisis deepens, with plans for temporary family accommodation on Blackhorse Lane site.
Olympic Park neighbours feel 'forgotten' in regeneration
Exclusive investigation reveals how communities surrounding the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park feel abandoned despite billions in regeneration funding, with urgent calls for improved infrastructure and community facilities.
Brent: Cultural Hub Named London's Worst Borough
Brent, the culturally vibrant northwest London borough home to Wembley Stadium and thriving arts scene, has been ranked London's worst borough in Time Out's surprising new survey, despite its rich diversity and attractions.
London's Best Value Family Areas Revealed
New research uncovers London's best-value areas for families seeking more space without breaking the bank. Discover the capital's most affordable family-friendly postcodes.
Dream Home Dilemma: To Sell or Not to Sell?
A woman faces a marital crisis after realising her dream home has become a financial and emotional nightmare. Discover the hidden costs of property perfection.
Sydney's developer bonuses fuel housing crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals how Sydney's planning incentives are accelerating the demolition of affordable older rentals, leaving vulnerable residents priced out of their neighbourhoods.
3,000 New Homes Planned for Newham's Thames Waterfront
Discover how Newham Council's ambitious £1bn regeneration project will transform East London with 3,000 sustainable homes, new parks, and community facilities along the River Thames.
New Waterside Neighbourhood Coming to West London
Discover the £850 million Southall Waterside development transforming West London with luxury apartments, green spaces and direct Elizabeth Line connections just 22 minutes from Central London.
Food Bank Crisis as SNAP Benefits Lapse
Charities across the United States are facing unprecedented strain as emergency food assistance programmes expire, forcing millions to rely on overwhelmed food banks.
Brecon Beacons rental: Pay what you want for 2-bed home
A revolutionary rental scheme in Wales' Brecon Beacons offers tenants complete control over their rent payments, challenging traditional landlord-tenant relationships.
Beat the Chill for 1p: Silentnight's Heated Blanket Returns
Discover how Silentnight's bestselling heated blanket can keep you warm this winter while costing just 1p per hour to run. The silent, energy-efficient design is back for the cold season.
Victorian Asylum's Luxury Flat Transformation
Discover how a former Victorian asylum in Carshalton is being transformed into luxury apartments, blending historic architecture with modern living in this peaceful London suburb.
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