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With more than 25 years of experience in the property sector, Phil Spencer's tips for buying or renting a house will help you through this notoriously stressful process. Whether you're buying or renting your first home or a seasoned property professional, Phil shares his property advice, guidance and insights to help you move home with confidence.

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Moving to… Andover

Areas

Andover enjoys easy access to London. Here, we've got the lowdown if you're thinking about moving to Andover, Including property prices and more! Re...

Moving to… Farnborough

Areas

Considering moving to Farnborough? This charming place is a popular commuter town, just 45 miles from London! Read more.

Moving to… Bolton

Areas

We're looking at what to expect if you’re moving to Bolton, from house values to rental prices and much more. Here’s the lowdown on Bolton!

Moving to… Salford

Areas

This guide looks at what you can expect if you're moving to Salford, from house prices to things to do and see. Read on

Moving to… Farnham

Areas

Farnham is a charming market town in Surrey and is popular with people leaving London. Are you thinking about moving to Farnham? Read on

How Much to Renovate a Kitchen?

Owning

You’ll need to carefully consider your finances while working out how much to renovate a kitchen. Don't over stretch yourself - here's some tips.

How Much is My House Worth?

Owning

If you’re wondering how much your house is worth or other house values on your street - then this guide is for you!

What Are Rent Arrears?

Renting

You should treat rental payments as a ‘priority’ debt. But what if you find yourself in rent arrears? What should you do? Here's some advice.

Moving to… Stockport

Areas

Moving to Stockport? This once industrial area is blossoming into a thriving hub. But what's it really like living here? Read on

What is a 95 Percent Mortgage

Buying

What is a 95 percent mortgage? If you’re looking to buy a house, then you might want to find this out. What does it mean and are they risky? Let’s t...

The Benefits of Chain Free Home Buying

Buying

What is meant by chain free? What are the benefits? What is it about them that causes such a problem? Lets take a look.

Can You Buy a Council House?

News

Can you buy a council house? And who can buy a council house? In this guide, we’re looking at buying a council house and everything it entails.

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Moving to… Andover

Moving to… Farnborough

Moving to… Bolton

Moving to… Salford

Moving to… Farnham

How Much to Renovate a Kitchen?

How Much is My House Worth?

What Are Rent Arrears?

Moving to… Stockport

What is a Mortgage Broker? | S8E1

How Long Does a Mortgage Application Take? | S8E2

What is the Process of a Mortgage Loan? | S8E3

What is a 95 Percent Mortgage

The Benefits of Chain Free Home Buying

Can You Buy a Council House?

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Moving to… Andover

Moving to… Farnborough

Moving to… Bolton

Moving to… Salford

Moving to… Farnham

How Much to Renovate a Kitchen?

How Much is My House Worth?

What Are Rent Arrears?

Moving to… Stockport

What is a Mortgage Broker? | S8E1

How Long Does a Mortgage Application Take? | S8E2

What is the Process of a Mortgage Loan? | S8E3

What is a 95 Percent Mortgage

The Benefits of Chain Free Home Buying

Can You Buy a Council House?