How to Buy at an Auction
In this article we explain the tactics of the auction room as well as what to do if you’re successful

Building in a Flood Zone
A home in a flood zone needs to be designed differently. Here we tell you how

Where to Live Whilst Self-building
Many self-builders live for months or even years in a mobile home. But is this necessary?

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Building Regulations All new building work – including significant alterations and improvements to existing homes – must comply with the Building Regulations. The Building Regulations set down minimum standards for quality of work to ensure that homes are safe, accessible, healthy, reliable and, increasingly, energy-efficient.
Fire Safety Solutions The new fire safety regulations are causing anguish for many self-builders, particularly those building three storey homes. Mark Brinkley explains how best to find a solution
Fire Safety Explained Understanding the fire regulations need not be complicated — there are actually just a few key points that it really pays to be aware of, as Mark Brinkley explains