‘We were sinking in debt, then my brother had a brainwave’
The Shephards’ is a professional model of country house rental. They themselves do not host – for good reason, says...
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Phil Spencer’s guide to landing your dream home (at a discount)
A good negotiation is a strategy game. Make sure you know ahead of time what your red lines are and...
‘We got a surprise discount on our £500k Cornish home – then restored its Georgian glory’
Colin made the window seats out of one of their old worktops and some MDF while Sophie made the pelmets...
The truth about house prices and immigration
Governments’ own policies bear much of the responsibility for rising house prices, adds Cheshire. It introduced a range of affordable...
How to overcome ‘downsizers’ block’ – and make the right property move
The problem: GuiltThere are commonly feelings of guilt associated with downsizing because it’s often not just your home that you’re...
The overlooked county that is the new commuter favourite
The rural housing markets on either side of Bedford are distinct. To the south, there is more space for new-build...
Abolishing radical rent controls has failed – Britain needs a rethink
Admittedly, the recent Scottish experience also shows that the re-introduction of rent controls can be difficult. It can lead to...
‘We restored our rotting Cornish estate – but refused to involve the National Trust’
Set in over 7,500 acres of Cornish countryside, the Boconnoc Estate has hosted duelling dukes, prime ministers and even King Charles...
The DIY addicts creating their perfect home – and saving over £50k
“Our window cleaner fell straight through the decking outside, and there were some areas where there were just bare cables...
Labour plots to end rental price wars in another blow for landlords
Around 40pc of those who moved in the past year ended up in contracts that were an average £1,200 a...
