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Regions lead with strongest annual house price growth – Halifax
House prices have remained ‘remarkably stable’ over the last six months, down by just £48, according to Halifax.
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New EPC rules for landlords: how much will it cost to upgrade your property to make it more energy efficient by 2030?
A government consultation on ensuring all rental properties have a minimum EPC rating of C ended this month. If you're landlord, you have have until 2030 to update your rental property, but may want to act now as costs could run into thousands.
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‘I installed a heat pump in my home – here are five things I’ve learnt’
From the size and noise of a heat pump to how much it costs to run one, Ruth Emery reveals what she’s learnt after installing one in her home six months ago
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Will I pay tax when I sell my house?
Selling a house is complicated enough but if capital gains tax is owed then the process can become much trickier and more expensive.
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The fastest and slowest places to sell a home – where does your area rank?
Average time on the property market before selling a home can vary from 19 days to 62 days, depending on location.
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Should you fix your mortgage or opt for a variable rate?
With speculation rife the Bank of England is set to continue cutting rates in May and throughout 2025, homeowners remortgaging this year must choose between the stability of a fixed mortgage or the chance to benefit from future rate cuts on a variable rate deal.
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Nationwide: UK house price growth slides after stamp duty rush – is now a good time to buy a property?
The housing market is counting the cost of stamp duty changes in April
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Equity release jumps 32% amid growing inheritance tax concerns
Homeowners have unlocked millions of pounds in housing wealth so far in 2025. Could it help reduce inheritance tax liabilities?
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Property wealth in hands of over 60s hits record level
Over 60s property owners are estimated to be sitting on a record £2.89 trillion of net housing wealth, according to the latest data from property firm Savills, and they are showing little signs of wanting to downsize
