housing
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Can ‘once-in-a-generation’ Renters’ Reform Bill fix private renting?
Today's Big Question Bill to end ‘no-fault’ evictions has been cautiously welcomed by some landlords and campaigners
By Arion McNicoll Last updated
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Pros and cons of buy-to-let investing
feature Rental prices are rising but so are mortgage costs
By Marc Shoffman, The Week UK Last updated
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Rise of the Nimby party: the Tory house-building dilemma
Talking Point Building more housing is unpopular in many Conservative strongholds but is becoming a key political issue
By Sorcha Bradley Published
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No place in the sun: is this the end for holiday home owners?
Today's Big Question New law could require landlords to obtain permits to rent properties on sites like Airbnb
By Harriet Marsden Published
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How to choose the best estate agent to sell your home
feature A good estate agent is worth paying for, but watch out for common tricks and red flags
By Marc Shoffman, The Week UK Published
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Cannabis users ‘can wake up during surgery’
feature And other stories from the stranger side of life
By Chas Newkey-Burden Published
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Is buying a house cheaper than renting?
In Depth Renters face rising costs and a shortage of properties on the market
By The Week Staff Last updated
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Remortgaging: should you stick with your lender or switch?
feature There are benefits to staying with your current provider, but it might not be the cheapest option
By Marc Shoffman, The Week UK Published
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The pros and cons of van life and other unconventional housing
Pros and Cons Life on the road can be liberating but hygiene is only one of the challenges
By Chas Newkey-Burden Published
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Battle of Waterloo bones found in attic
feature And other stories from the stranger side of life
By The Week Staff Published
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The pros and cons of rent freezes
Pros and Cons Proponents say rent controls provide stability for tenants, but critics claim they won’t fix the housing crisis
By Julia O'Driscoll Published
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Pros and cons of overpaying your mortgage
feature You can become mortgage-free sooner through overpayments, but there are potential downsides to consider
By Marc Shoffman, The Week UK Published
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Mortgages explained: a complete guide for UK home buyers
feature All you need to know about home loans
By Marc Shoffman, The Week UK Published
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Mould epidemic hits UK households
Speed Read Health-threatening problem set to escalate as cash-strapped families turn down heating and keep windows closed
By The Week Staff Published
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