UK Property

A WOMAN resigned to renting for life got on the property ladder by temporarily becoming an estate agent – to learn the tricks of the trade.Comedian Kate-Lois Elliott thought she was going to live in a rented basement flat for the rest of her days due to her career choices.2Comedian Kate-Lois Elliott got on the property ladder by saving into a LISACredit: Ben Stevens/PinPep2She also became an estate agent for six monthsCredit: Ben Stevens/PinPepAs a former actor-turned-comedian – who is married to another actor – their irregular income offered little...

Questions are being raised if Brits are falling out of love with our seaside towns as house prices in ‘England’s best seaside town’ have plummeted by a steep 13k. Despite property prices in some of the most popular UK seaside towns increasing by 4.6% over the past year Perranporth has seen prices take a sharp nosedive.Located on the north coast of Cornwall, Perranporth is renowned for its stunning dog-friendly beach, and rightly so, as the resort town boasts three miles of golden sand, surf shops and cafes. Those who visit...

Questions are being raised if Brits are falling out of love with our seaside towns as house prices in ‘England’s best seaside town’ have plummeted by a steep 13k. Despite property prices in some of the most popular UK seaside towns increasing by 4.6% over the past year Perranporth has seen prices take a sharp nosedive.Located on the north coast of Cornwall, Perranporth is renowned for its stunning dog-friendly beach, and rightly so, as the resort town boasts three miles of golden sand, surf shops and cafes. Those who visit...

Questions are being raised if Brits are falling out of love with our seaside towns as house prices in ‘England’s best seaside town’ have plummeted by a steep 13k. Despite property prices in some of the most popular UK seaside towns increasing by 4.6% over the past year Perranporth has seen prices take a sharp nosedive.Located on the north coast of Cornwall, Perranporth is renowned for its stunning dog-friendly beach, and rightly so, as the resort town boasts three miles of golden sand, surf shops and cafes. Those who visit...

Samuel Leeds, 33, says the condition made school life difficult but propelled him to achieve his business dreams. Now, he wants UK schools to embrace pupils who think differently and focus on producing entrepreneurs as well as academics. (Image: Samuel Leeds) Mr Leeds also encourages those with ADHD to see it as a 'gift that can keep on giving.' He said: "School was a terrible experience for me and turned my ADHD into a very negative force. "I was not a good pupil and got in a lot of trouble...

The UK's property market is in a state of flux, with incoming changes to stamp duty making it challenging to work out where house prices are going and how much to offer when you are looking to buy a home. One expert claimes to be able to spot the signs that a home is overpriced. Jo Eccles, founder and managing director of Eccord, told The Telegraph that the majority of the individuals and families her property search company helps have already been searching for an average of 6-12 months. Eccles says...

Golfing superstar Rory McIlroy’s Players Championship playoff rival, J.J. Spaun, has shed light on a conversation he had with the four-time major champion at TPC Sawgrass - where the PGA Tour star supposedly revealed plans to build a new UK home. After a weekend of scintillating golf, both the 35-year-old and American Spaun were deadlocked when the final round ended, forcing a rare playoff.McIlroy would end up the victor after a hole 17 approach by Spaun found the water, but the pair evidently had plenty of time to chew the...

One lucky Brit has the chance to win a five-floor mansion which is located close to the Shakespeare's Globe Theatre. The stunning home used to be known as the UK's most expensive council houseThe stunning home features stylish interior(Image: Omaze / SWNS)A luxurious mansion offering breathtaking views of The Shard is now up for grabs for one lucky raffle winner.The £4.5 million property, located in Borough, London, used to be known as Britain's most expensive council house. Now, the Grade II listed home could be yours for just £10, which...

Edinburgh ranked as the most sustainable UK city | ShutterstockBrits are more eco-conscious than ever, and where you live can make all the difference.Clean energy solutions experts, egg, reveal the ‘UK’s Most Sustainable City’ ranking - looking at everything from air quality and green spaces, to solar power adoption and EV charging. The ranking also compared the average house prices, to see whether living in a more sustainable city comes at a cost.Edinburgh secured the top spot as the most eco-friendly place to live, scoring best for its overall air...

Bigger homes have been driving property price growth in the West Midlands over the past year, according to analysis by the bank.The trend could make it easier for first-time buyers to take their first step on the property ladder – but harder for them to move up to a property with more space.The average price of a house in the West Midlands is now  £258,617,  That is a rise of almost £10,000 on last year - a jump of 4%.Halifax says prices are risingThe Halifax has also looked at the...