Time for some debunking – are these property ‘facts’ true or false? First-time buyers often find themselves hit with conflicting information about the property market. While it’s tough to buy a house anyway, this can make it even harder! So, we thought we’d set the record straight. Property ‘facts’ question 1: shared ownership is only …

There are many things you need for a new house, but where do you start? To help here are the things to buy for a new house checklist.

What is Japanese knotweed? It’s estimated 1.45 million homes are affected by it in the UK. But why it is often seen as a nuisance?

Downsizing your home is likely to become more common as the UK population ages. Some of the reasons for it are to release equity or pay off a mortgage. Maybe you’ve become an empty nester, or would prefer a bungalow, or you’re looking to lower your running costs. When should you do it, what do …