Death of the dining room: Over one in five homeowners have repurposed their dining spaces
New research from Aviva suggests the traditional dining room is falling out of favour, with more than a fifth of homeowners2 surveyed having converted the […]
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BBQ Season Is Here — But Experts Warn Most Homeowners Are Making These Costly Mistakes
As the UK enjoys warmer weather, searches for “garden BBQ” have surged to around 62,000 in the past month, with millions of households firing up […]
The Life Event More Stressful Than Breaking Up — and It Involves Your Mortgage
Buying a first home is one of life’s biggest milestones, but for many, the process comes with confusion and uncertainty. L&G’s survey of 2,000 UK […]
Why Your Home Doesn’t Feel Quite Right — and the Small Design Changes That Fix It
Our homes are meant to be the place we love the most – yet many people feel disconnected from them. Approximately 36% of UK homeowners […]
The Interior Design Mistakes Most Homeowners Make — and How to Fix Them
When decorating your first home or refreshing a space that no longer feels quite right, knowing what not to do can be just as valuable as the inspiration you draw […]
Survey reveals over a quarter of homeowners need help styling their living room
As UK homes adapt to smaller footprints and more multifunctional living, homeowners are increasingly struggling to make the most of the space they already have. […]
Homeowners warned poor maintenance could see flood damage claims rejected
With storm season well underway, households are being warned they risk having their insurance policies cancelled or claims denied if they ignore important home maintenance […]
Research reveals why older homeowners are choosing to stay put rather than sell their home
For many, a house is far more than bricks and mortar, it’s a memory bank, a milestone marker and a source of identity. New research […]
Spring Cleaning: The Top Mistakes Homeowners Make When Cleaning Floors
As the season for the annual reset approaches, many homeowners are looking for quick and easy hacks to tackle their list of chores. However, some […]
Holiday homeowners could face increased costs following changes in legislation
In the past year, searches on Google for ‘furnished holiday let tax changes’ have increased by a staggering 1300% [1]. This comes after the UK Government […]
England’s homeowners vs renters split revealed in new study
According to recent findings, in the past year UK private rents saw an increase of 8.6%, while house prices increased by 2.2%. So, are we currently preferring to buy or […]
Unlocking the path to homeownership: 8 essential tips on becoming mortgage-ready
Embarking on the journey to homeownership has become an uphill battle in the wake of the pandemic. House prices skyrocketed by 14% in the aftermath […]
Experts Reveal Essential Tips for Homeowners: Newbuild Garden Edition
Despite rising house prices, confidence in the housing market remains high – in part due to the demand for houses outweighing availability in the market. However, between April […]