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Building your own home is the only way to combine creating the home of your dreams with massive savings. In a general guide for those wondering what it’s all about, Jason Orme explains.

Do the titles that we used to see as a badge of quality have any relevance to today’s self-build army of amateur house designers? And, if not, what should we look for instead? Jason Orme investigates.

Do the titles that we used to see as a badge of quality have any relevance to today’s self-build army of amateur house designers? Three design professionals weigh in with their opinion on what's in a name. Plus three tips that might help you decide.

Providing you have a regular income and a good credit history, you should have no difficulty in obtaining a loan to build your own home or to undertake a renovation or conversion project.

A new extension can transform your home, adding space and value — but only if it is well designed, says Michael Holmes.