Bamboo is common in UK gardens, but it is increasingly causing problems when selling a house and in neighbour disputes. Bamboo problems are usually caused by fast-spreading “running bamboo”, which ...

What is a snagging list? A snagging list, or snagging survey, is an inspection of your new build home to identify any defects. Most new build snags are cosmetic, such as scratched windows, paint ...

Plans to speed up house sales ‘will save first time buyers £710’ and make property sales more likely to complete. We look at how the proposed UK home buying and selling reforms could work. Post ...

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 ...

The process of buying and selling a house at the same time can be complicated. The dreaded property chain can cause chaos, tripping you up at the last minute. Here we take a look at the steps involved ...

How do sealed bids work? If a number of buyers express interest in a particular property, an estate agent and the property seller may decide to go to sealed bids. Sealed bids is where potential buyers ...

A new permanent Mortgage Guarantee scheme has been launched to encourage lenders to supply 5% deposit mortgages. We explain how it works, the eligibility criteria and what the alternatives are. The ...

What is the Freedom to Buy mortgage scheme? The Labour government has pledged to launch the Freedom to Buy mortgage scheme, which will be a permanent mortgage guarantee scheme, to support lending at ...

If you're a first time buyer considering a Buy to Let property, it's important to weigh up the pros and cons. We explain the benefits and the extra costs and risks of being a Buy to Let first time ...

What are new build estate management fees? New build estate management fees usually cover the maintenance of any communal gardens, pavements, private roads, car parks and play areas within the new ...

What is a TA6 form? The TA6 Property Information Form is completed by you when you’re selling your house or flat. It’s designed to give the buyer important information on the property. It’s not ...

A bridging loan is a short-term secured loan used to “bridge” a gap in funding - for example, if you want to buy a house before selling your existing one or when buying at auction and you need funds ...