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How the Grenfell tragedy changed the UK
feature Six years on since the government vowed to ‘learn lessons’ has sufficient progress been made?
By Rebekah Evans Published
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UK house prices fall at fastest rate for nearly 14 years
Speed Read First-time buyers may welcome the news but higher than expected inflation means mortgage costs remain an issue
By Jamie Timson Published
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How to make money from the self-storage boom
feature Self-storage is reportedly on the brink of becoming a £1bn-a-year business
By Marc Shoffman, The Week UK Published
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Pros and cons of building on the green belt
Pros and Cons More housing and lower house prices must be weighed against urban sprawl and conservation concerns
By The Week Staff Published
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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’
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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
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By The Week Staff Published
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