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Mansion tax: How the government’s High Value Council Tax Surcharge will workWork is underway on a mansion tax for high value homes from April 2028. We reveal when you would need to pay the charge and how you could get an exemption.
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Will mortgage rates fall this year?Mortgage lenders are sending mixed messages to borrowers with a mixture of rate cuts and hikes as the conflict in the Middle East continues to rattle markets. Whether you're buying a home, remortgaging or you’re a buy-to-let landlord, we look at the outlook for 2026.
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What’s happening with UK house prices? Latest property forecasts for 2026With mortgage rates creeping back up and ongoing market volatility, can we expect house prices to slide?
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Four things landlords can do now to protect themselves from the Renters’ Rights ActThe Renters’ Rights Act is making life harder for landlords. Those keen to stay in the market should take steps to protect themselves now.
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England’s friendliest neighbourhoods – and how much it costs to live thereThere’s more to buying a home than transport links and school catchment areas. Where is the friendliest neighbourhood in England and how much is the average house price there?
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8 of the best houses for sale for around £500,000The best houses for sale for around £500,000 – from a listed cottage overlooking Cornwall's St Mawes harbour to a flat in a Bethnal Green bath house.
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Why is it taking so long to sell my home? How to boost chances of getting an offerHomeowners overvaluing their properties could find it takes years to sell. Here’s how to set the right price and why it could speed up the selling process
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Labour urged to introduce 'double lock' rent cap – how it could hit your buy-to-let portfolioA think tank has proposed a rent cap linked to wages and inflation to limit increases but would the policy work?
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Is now a good time to buy a house?Higher housing supply may make it cheaper to get on the property ladder in 2026 but there are other factors to consider
