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Cut empty property numbers, RICS argues

Tuesday, December 23, 2008 - 13:00
Thousands of vacant properties across the UK could be brought back into use should the government reduce VAT levels for restoration and renovation projects, the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (Rics) has claim ...More...

Homeowners warned of seasonal carbon monoxide dangers

Monday, December 22, 2008 - 13:00
British homeowners have been urged to be extra vigilant and make sure that they are protected against the serious threat of carbon monoxide poisoning.

With most UK households set to turn up their central he ...More...

Brit households likely to have a 'smashing' Christmas time

Sunday, December 21, 2008 - 17:00
Households across the country are likely to have a smashing Christmas, according to one insurer that revealed festive accidents are commonplace.

A nationwidee survey by Halifax found almost one in ten often ...More...

Zero carbon house targets 'over ambitious'

Tuesday, December 9, 2008 - 21:00
The government's guidelines on zero carbon homes are 'over ambitious', according to the editor of a leading eco-website.

Gordon Miller of whatgreenhome.com has noted only 15 homes are currently up to the sta ...More...

Thames Gateway to get housing eco-quarter

Wednesday, November 26, 2008 - 21:00
The Thames Gateway development is to get a new eco-quarter in a bid to ensure its regeneration creates a greener way of life.

Supported by up to £35 million awarded to create green open spaces, Margaret ...More...

Builders 'delivered 200,000 homes last year'

Wednesday, November 19, 2008 - 21:00
Last year saw builders in the UK deliver the highest number of houses on record, according to the Home Builders Federation.

The group said that in all 200,000 homes were constructed in 2007 but that the cur ...More...

Homeowners warned to get insured this Christmas

Tuesday, November 18, 2008 - 21:00
It may the season to be jolly but sadly the Christmas period is also a time for theft.

With expensive presents lying beneath trees across the UK and more people leaving their homes to stay with friends and ...More...

£1m for baby Beckham house?

Tuesday, November 18, 2008 - 13:00
For most homeowners, the state of the property market means they are unlikely to make a huge profit on their house as has been the norm in recent years.

But the owners of a seemingly ordinary house in Leyto ...More...

Wales to get 400 green homes

Monday, November 17, 2008 - 21:00
Around 400 eco-friendly homes are set to be built in Wales as part of 22 projects which are taking place in the country.

The Welsh Assembly has revealed it will be putting £80 million towards the sche ...More...

More homeowners going green

Monday, November 17, 2008 - 17:00
An increasing number of people are making eco-friendly home improvements, it has been claimed.

According to a study by the Halifax, almost one in ten UK homeowners use reclaimed and green materials for maki ...More...

Scottish scheme aims to make homes greener

Wednesday, November 12, 2008 - 21:00
A new community scheme has been launched in Scotland which will see residents in a small Perthshire town receive green home improvements.

People living in Comrie, near Crieff will be able to take advantage ...More...

Financial squeeze 'could be good for homeowners'

Wednesday, November 12, 2008 - 13:00
Property owners are being urged to think positively about the economic downturn as it could help those considering making alterations to their home.

According to TheHousePlanner.co.uk, homeowners can take ...More...

Householders 'owed £79 each from gas bills'

Monday, November 10, 2008 - 21:00
Despite the current financial squeeze, millions of householders are paying too much for their gas bills, it has been suggested.More...

'Consult experts' over major home improvements

Monday, November 10, 2008 - 17:00
Property owners considering making major changes to their home should always consult an expert first.

That's according to the National Home Improvement Council which says it always worth asking the opinion ...More...

US elections "feel good" factor 'may help property market'

Monday, November 10, 2008 - 13:00
Experts have said that the "feel good" factor of the US elections may push through to their property market and could filter out to the rest of the world.

Chris Wood, president elect of the Nation ...More...

Check your chimney, experts urge

Saturday, November 8, 2008 - 13:00
With winter fast approaching and more people trying to save money on their electricity bills, experts are expecting a rise in the use of fires within the home.

But concerns have been raised that some homeow ...More...

Sustainability is 'part and parcel of architecture'

Friday, November 7, 2008 - 21:00
Giving a property sustainable design features is "part and parcel of architecture", according to one expert.

David Mackay, partner at MBM Arquitectes, said that using thicker walls for insulation ...More...

Leona splashes out on London flat

Wednesday, November 5, 2008 - 21:00
Pop star Leona Lewis is buying a flat in east London's Hackney area despite rumours she was planning to move to the US.

The X Factor winner revealed instead that she is purchasing the property which she and ...More...

Protect your home this Guy Fawkes night

Tuesday, November 4, 2008 - 21:00
Homeowners are being warned to be vigilant against thieves this week as many will be leaving their properties vacant while they go and watch fireworks displays.

New figures compiled by supermarket giant Tes ...More...

'Balance costs' when making homes energy efficient

Tuesday, November 4, 2008 - 17:00
Cash strapped homeowners are being urged not to try to make their home energy efficient all in one go as this may prove expensive.

British Eco Energy says that it is impossible to make a home 100 per cent ...More...

Homes at flood risk 'need extra protection'

Monday, November 3, 2008 - 21:00
More action is needed to help to protect properties which are at risk of flooding, it has been claimed.

The British Insurance Brokers' Association (Biba) is calling for better communication between the gove ...More...

Home insurance warning as Halloween approaches

Thursday, October 30, 2008 - 17:00
Homeowners are being warned to ensure they stay in control if they plan to hold a Halloween party in their property this weekend.

Thousands of people across the country celebrate the spooky occasion with dr ...More...

Property expert hails green property improvements

Thursday, October 30, 2008 - 13:00
TV property guru Phil Spencer has spoken about the value that making green improvements can add to a home.

The Location, Location, Location presenter says that eco-friendly home improvements are becoming in ...More...

Homeowners urged to be alert to burglary

Thursday, October 23, 2008 - 12:00
Property owners are being warned that they must keep their home as secure as possible as the winter months approach to protect them from burglars.

Direct Line says that already, 67 per cent of householders ...More...

Double glazing not always best energy saving move

Saturday, October 4, 2008 - 12:00
Investing in double glazing is not the best thing to do for a homeowner looking to cut their energy bills, an industry expert has stated.

Mike Malina, energy efficiency specialist at Vaillant, believes that ...More...

Energy savings to be made by leaving heating off

Thursday, October 2, 2008 - 12:00
Although the winter months are upon as and the cold days and nights are proving more frequent, homeowners have been advised that the longer they can go without switching on their heating, the more money they can save ...More...

Insulation 'great for energy saving'

Wednesday, October 1, 2008 - 16:00
With all homeowners feeling the financial pinch in their pockets anything that can save money on energy bills is a bonus.

And according to the National Home Improvement Council, insulation is one of the bes ...More...

New planning rules for housing begin today

Wednesday, October 1, 2008 - 12:00
Homeowners will find it a great deal easier to develop their properties from today as the new planning rules take effect.

Following regulations set on September 10th, the majority of homeowners will now have ...More...

Hotels are another option to wannabe buyers

Tuesday, September 30, 2008 - 12:00
There is a third housing option open to those looking to save a deposit for a new home, to stay in a hotel, according to television presenter Lorne Spicer.

With many people struggling to be accepted into a m ...More...

Interior more of a focus of buyers than exterior

Saturday, September 27, 2008 - 08:00
Budding home buyers tend to have much more of a focus towards a potential house's interior features than those outside, it has been stated.

Peter Bolton-King, chief executive of the National Association of E ...More...

Wine 'a safer investment than property'

Thursday, September 25, 2008 - 16:00
Wealthy investors are currently favouring investments in liquid assets rather than property, the wine industry has claimed.

As the property market continues to suffer, open-minded investors are now turning t ...More...

People living on busy roads have less friends

Wednesday, September 24, 2008 - 16:00
Living next to a busy road can leave you friendless, a report has suggested.

Research from the University of the West of England has found that people living by roads have 75 per cent fewer friends than tho ...More...

Homeowners consider energy provider switches

Tuesday, September 23, 2008 - 16:00
Eight in every ten homeowners are to consider changing their gas and electricity tariffs in order to save money, it has been discovered.

Research by moneysupermarket.com has found surprisingly that 20 per ce ...More...

Garden-converting homeowners told to check drainage first

Friday, September 19, 2008 - 20:00
Homeowners wanting to convert their front gardens into a place for off-street parking have been told to check the impact it will have on local drainage before going ahead and getting the work completed.

Fro ...More...

South-east subject to highest energy bills

Thursday, September 18, 2008 - 16:00
Those living in homes in the south-east are having to spend more than other UK regions for gas and electricity, it has been stated.

MoneyExpert.com states that households in the south-east are forking out ov ...More...

Draught proofing could provide energy savings

Thursday, September 18, 2008 - 16:00
Homeowners looking for ways to cut their energy bills could do so by draught-proofing their property, an industry expert has said.

Paula Owen, energy doctor at the Energy Saving Trust, believes that homeowne ...More...

Planning permission rules relaxed by government

Thursday, September 11, 2008 - 16:00
Homeowners looking to increase the size of their homes both upwards and outwards are to benefit from a relaxing of planning permission rules from the government.

Rather than move to a larger property, many h ...More...

Essex homeowners could get council tax rebate

Thursday, September 11, 2008 - 16:00
Homeowners in Essex struggling to afford to maintain their properties are to be given council tax rebates of up to £200 to help.

Essex County Council is in the process of creating a scheme which will gi ...More...

Kitchens and bathrooms enhance home appeal

Wednesday, September 10, 2008 - 12:00
Homeowners struggling to sell their property for the right price have been told to increase the appeal of their kitchen and bathroom.

Andrew Leech, director of the National Home Improvement Council, believes ...More...

Gardens may offer

Tuesday, September 9, 2008 - 12:00
With many wannabe homebuyers willing to pay that little bit extra for a house with outdoor space, new research has found that many homeowners are looking to improve their gardens as a way of adding value to their pro ...More...

Homes could make great location for money

Monday, September 8, 2008 - 16:00
Homeowners looking for a more temporary way of making some money out of their home could consider renting it out for companies to do some location work, according to an article in the Independent.

With the c ...More...

Gym and mortgage payments for new Hove home buyers

Friday, September 5, 2008 - 16:00
A new gym is to open for residents of The Gallery in Hove, East Sussex next weekend.

Those interested in purchasing in the new residential development are being invited to come and view the gym, as well its ...More...

Small homes can still look 'great'

Friday, September 5, 2008 - 16:00
Homeowners concerned that their properties are too small to spice up and get looking great have been told that this is not true by an industry expert.

Ben Richards, content editor at home-decorating website ...More...

Energy efficient homes 'vital' for housing market

Thursday, September 4, 2008 - 14:35
Energy efficient homes could have a vital role to play in keeping the housing market ticking over, it has been stated.

Jon McGowan, energy doctor at the Energy Saving Trust, stated that new research from the ...More...

Advice for unsure homeowners available

Thursday, September 4, 2008 - 14:35
Homeowners looking at moving house could be given some worthwhile advice by industry experts at an upcoming event in Dunfermline, Scotland.

House builder Redrow Homes has set up an event called 'Meet the Exp ...More...

Skint homeowners could consider a lodger

Wednesday, August 20, 2008 - 10:59
Many homeowners could have access to extra money by renting out spare bedrooms in their house, it has been stated.

Research from Abbey Mortgages has found that homeowners are losing out on a combined £6 ...More...

Homeowners benefit from DIY TV shows

Tuesday, August 12, 2008 - 16:31
Many homeowners have benefited from watching DIY programmes on the television, according to research from Confused.com.More...

Homeowners urged to get lightening cover

Thursday, August 7, 2008 - 18:23
Homeowners are being advised to consider investing in lightening damahge insurance with figures suggesting that 14 times more of this type of claim are made in summer.More...

Nearly six million admit to DIY mishaps

Friday, August 1, 2008 - 16:57
Nearly six million homeowners in the UK have admitted to having self-inflicted DIY disasters in their lives, according to new research.More...

Defra to give £5m to support flood risk homes

Thursday, July 31, 2008 - 15:30
At least £5 million is to be given to a scheme which will support households in England which are at a particularly high risk of flooding and are not protected by community level defences.More...

Economic turmoil makes insulation \'essential\'

Wednesday, July 30, 2008 - 12:34
Those who insulate their homes are expected to reap the financial rewards, according to the National Insulation Association (NIA).More...

Home improvements no longer \'adding value\'

Wednesday, July 23, 2008 - 17:06
Building an extension or completing other home improvement projects may not increase the cost of a property, according to new research.More...

Landlords could attend free show

Wednesday, July 23, 2008 - 17:05
Wannabe landlords interested in increasing their knowledge of the buy-to-let investment industry may be interested to know about an upcoming event.More...

Older and disabled homeowners supported by Foundations

Tuesday, July 22, 2008 - 16:52
Home improvement agency (HIA) Foundations has been awarded the contract to support and promote the enhancement of homes for older and disabled people.More...

Landlords warned about EPC importance

Monday, July 21, 2008 - 17:14
UK landlords who fail to provide prospective tenants with an energy performance certificate (EPC) after October 1st, should be expecting to get a considerable fine, it has been stated.More...

Government\'s empty homes decision met with disdain

Friday, July 18, 2008 - 16:40
The government\'s decision not to reward councils who bring empty properties back to life and onto the housing market has been greeted with disdain by the Empty Homes Agency (EHA).More...

Rural business families to be granted affordable housing

Tuesday, July 8, 2008 - 17:04
Families on lower incomes could be set to benefit from a new scheme which will increase affordable housing in Wales, reports the BBC.More...

Homeowners told how to improve insurance opportunities

Monday, July 7, 2008 - 15:53
Homeowners who live in a property that is situated in a flood prone area have been advised by the British Insurers Brokers\' Association (Biba) to fit flood defences to improve their chances of getting home insurance.More...

Renters told how to fit homes towards own tastes

Friday, June 27, 2008 - 17:07
Those who are unable to afford their own mortgages in the current financial climate and have had to resort to renting their home from somebody else, have been told that there are ways in which they can redecorate a h ...More...

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