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A COUPLE have revealed that they are now rent and mortgage free, at just 30-years-old, after building their own tiny home. Lexie and Jed had hardly any DIY experience when they embarked on their huge project, but still managed to create their dream off-grid home. 2Lexie and Jed are rent and mortgage free at 302They built an entire tiny home themselvesThe couple said that a lot of blood, sweat and tears went in to the project, but thanks to a basic five-week building course taken by Jed, they were able...

Landlords tell The i Paper increasing regulations could lead them to selling up in the UK and investing in properties abroad Rent controls could drive landlords out of the UK as they feel the market is becoming “too restrictive” and “unprofitable”, they have warned.The Renters’ Rights Bill (RRB), although not yet finalised, is expected to pass into law by the summer of 2025.Intended to give tenants greater protection, it spells the end of Assured Shorthold Tenancies – the most common type of agreement if you rent to private individuals.Instead, tenancies...

WITH spring now upon us, more people are thinking about moving home.As the weather brightens up it’s the most popular time of year to buy and sell.1Spring is the time most people moveAnd with England and Northern Ireland facing major changes to Stamp Duty thresholds from April 1, it’s the ideal time to get to grips with the nuances of Scottish property and what to consider when buying.Scotland operates under a different system known as Land and Buildings Transaction Tax (LBTT), tailored to our unique market conditions.Felipe Ferreira, Sales Director...

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...