Home and Living
Suing the bank for wrongful foreclosure: What you Must Know
The great recession of 2008 was mainly due to lenders’ misconduct with regard to home mortgages. The crisis had severe and far-reaching effects on the world’s economy, especially in the banking and housing sectors. The federal government and several other states have since put in place stronger policies to protect homeowners from mortgage lender misconduct….
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BBC to add more to ‘household fees’ with an increase of their TV licence fee
Already at £150.50 per year the government will raise the TV licence (AKA BBC licence fee) to £154.50 and will also be reviewing the free licence they provide to over 75’s (Government-funded scheme). “Age UK recently claimed that as many as 50,000 UK pensioners could be pushed below the poverty line if the free TV…
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Refurbishment, not replacement, is the future of period sash windows
Are you the proud custodian of a little bit of our national architectural heritage? You may not see yourself in that way but if you own a period property, whether or not it’s listed, it’s up to you to ensure that the building’s beautiful original features and attributes are preserved. Original timber sash windows are…
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Residential property: Is it a good idea to buy a new-build?
Buying your own home is an exciting time but finding the right kind of house or flat to suit your needs and tastes can be a daunting task. To start with, should you go for a brand new, freshly built home, a second hand property or a quirky period building? Here are some of the…
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English Vineyards for sale – How tempted should you be?
A recent email that popped in to my in-box was ‘A pair of English vineyards for sale which offer the dream of a new life in the country‘ which was a very interesting read on the Country Life website and got me thinking and wanting to share with readers why such as purchase not only…
Christopher Walkey
English Vineyards for sale – How tempted should you be?
A recent email that popped in to my in-box was ‘A pair of English vineyards for sale which offer the dream of a new life in the country‘ which was a very interesting read on the Country Life website and got me thinking and wanting to share with readers why such a purchase not only…
Christopher Walkey
Signs your pipes are starting to freeze
The arrival of winter and colder temperatures brings with it a number of issues that can affect your property or home. One of these are frozen pipes, which can create havoc with the plumbing. Lack of running water is one thing, but a frozen pipe can also burst which can lead to flooding and other…
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What Do I Need To Know Before Renting Out My Home?
Navigating the world of rental management can be a strange, and overwhelming, experience for many first-time landlords. In Leicester, there are a huge number of students and young families, making it a popular area for landlords. But what should all these new landlords understand before they venture into the rental market? We’ve listed some of…
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How to Sell Your Home Online With An Online Estate Agent
Most people that sell a home will go through a traditional estate agent. They will physically go to this office, speak with a representative, and list their home that day. Whereas some people search for the best places for buying and selling homes. Over the course of several weeks, or what could be several months,…
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10 Best House Warming Gifts for 2019
For many it will be a fun filled, though highly stressful (and costly), time and sometimes a roller coaster period in one’s life that once it has finally happened, ie you have been handed over the keys, it is a major celebration time. Recent figures show that 1,223,400 residential sales took place in the UK for…
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Shelter states that 3 million more Homes needed. Surprise?
We need more social housing – This has been clear for many years now and this time please do not simply sell them off cheaply for people to make money on like what happened only a generation ago! We need more social housing – Why? Is it that property prices are now totally out of…
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2019 Best Places to Live in UK: What City Topped Ranking?
If you want to move to the UK, here are some of the best cities. Which top city is best for you? Best for Property Investment: Birmingham Birmingham is UK’s top property investment city due to extensive infrastructural investments and incredible investment opportunities. In addition, the city’s population is predicted to grow by 13.5 percent…
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10 Ways to add £1,000’s to your Property Value
As the market appears to be slowing down and vendors are having to address their asking prices in order to attract buyers, what ways can you look to add some extra value to your home? Many of us will of course expect it to mean grabbing a few tins of paint for the local DIY…
Christopher Walkey
Wine Storage Solutions for your Home
It is always a dream of mine to have a dedicated area for my wines at home. A few years ago I was living in France and the small village house we had boasted a cellar and I had my very own bar that one or two neighbours popped in to for a glass or…
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How Much Do Most Appliance Repairs Cost?
Dealing with a broken appliance can be a frustrating process. Whether it’s your refrigerator, dishwasher or washing machine that’s not working as it should, diagnosing the problem and getting it repaired can often be a costly experience. Just like with plumbing and electrical problems, knowing the market price for most appliance repairs can help you…
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