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8 of the best houses for sale with orchardsHouses for sale with orchards – from a West Sussex cottage with apple, quince, cherry and plum trees, to a Passivhaus in Herefordshire with a dining terrace.
By Natasha Langan Published
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Which house price index is the best?There are at least five indices measuring house prices, but which house price index is the best?
By Laura Miller Last updated
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Government considering extra ‘mansion tax’ charge for overseas property ownersThe government has launched a consultation on levying a new premium on top of the impending mansion tax for non-UK resident property owners. Could it lead to the wealthy selling up?
By Sam Walker Published
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Could house prices fall by 5% in 2026?The Iran war is causing house prices to slide as higher mortgage rates hit buyer confidence. Some experts believe they could fall by as much as 5% in 2026.
By Sam Walker Published
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The seaside towns where house prices are rising the most – and where they’re cheapestAsking price growth in certain seaside towns is outpacing the rest of Great Britain, suggesting demand for coastal homes remains resilient.
By Sam Walker Published
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Collapsed property sales costing thousands – how to avoid itMore than half of property sales fail, leaving buyers and sellers with a total average bill of £3,000. But there are ways to protect your home moving process.
By Laura Miller Published
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The best properties for sale in or near national parksProperties for sale around national parks – from an Arts & Crafts house overlooking a castle in Pembrokeshire to a Grade II-listed house in the Peak District.
By Natasha Langan Published
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How much stamp duty do you pay on buy-to-let properties?Stamp duty is an important cost to consider when buying property. We explain what rates landlords can expect to pay when purchasing a buy-to-let.
By Holly Thomas Last updated
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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.
By Marc Shoffman Published




