What is a restrictive covenant? Restrictive covenants are binding conditions that are written into a property’s deeds or contract by a seller to determine what a homeowner can or cannot do with their ...

What is a buying agent? Buying agents are estate agents but they act solely in the interests of the buyer. A buying agent’s job is to find their client the property that best fits what they are ...

Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveiled a raft of tax hikes and ISA reforms in her latest Budget. We look at the changes that affect homeowners - plus how to prepare for added costs. Owners of £2m+ homes in ...

So what is the cost of selling a house in 2026? We set out what to expect in terms of estate agent fees, legal fees and other costs involved in the sale of your property. Before you put your home on ...

How much do house extensions cost? The average cost of a standard 20m² single-storey house extension is £48,000 (+VAT). But house extension costs can vary significantly due to a number of factors, so ...

When do you need a party wall notice or party wall agreement (technically called a party wall award)? Our guide gives you all the answers you need to obtain the correct permissions to carry out your ...

Firstly, you’ll need to choose the best estate agent. This part of the process typically takes 7-14 days and involves: Once you’ve chosen your estate agent, they’ll need to ensure the property has a ...

Our recent HomeOwners Alliance research found that one in five UK homeowners (19%) considered moving in the past two years but decided not to go ahead. And it’s not just one thing stopping people from ...

Getting an offer on your house is brilliant news. But should you accept the first offer you get? Should the type of buyer matter? And how can you secure the best price? Here’s how to weigh it all up, ...

Heat pumps can be expensive to install, even with the help of government grants. We look at how much you should expect to pay for one, as well as the cost of running a heat pump to help you weigh up ...

If you're buying a house you'll need to budget for solicitor fees: the average cost in the UK is £1,474. But by following our tips, you could save hundreds of pounds. A solicitor looks after the legal ...

Selling a probate house can be a complex process. Here’s the basics but read on for more detailed information on how the process works. No. The people named in the will as beneficiaries have the right ...