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£125m in household savings and fewer water disruptions promised under new water reforms
By Joseph Mullane published
Government unveils once-in-a-generation overhaul to UK water, promising improved reliability, long-term household savings and smarter infrastructure management

House prices are rising – but could inflation stop the momentum?
By Joseph Mullane last updated
House prices rise toward the end of 2025, but cost pressures from inflation add a new challenge for the market

What smart home security options are there — and are they worth the upgrade?
By Rob Waugh published
We look at the most popular smart home security options, and if they are worth adding to your home

Are mortgages going down in 2026? What homeowners need to know
By Joseph Mullane last updated
Mortgage rates are falling at the start of 2026, giving buyers and remortgagers a chance to secure historically low deals before rates rise again

Martin Lewis reveals how you can get a £6000 council tax refund
By Joseph Mullane published
Martin Lewis reveals how savers have unlocked up to £6,000 in council tax refunds, and explains on his latest podcast and TV show how you can try it too

When and how you could soon claim Cold Weather Payments worth up to £25 a week
By Joseph Mullane published
Freezing temperatures could unlock automatic £25 payments for eligible homeowners this winter

Mansion Tax raises fears over publicly identifying high-value homes for burglars
By Joseph Mullane published
Warnings emerge that the new Mansion Tax could expose high-value homes to burglars by making property valuations and addresses more easily accessible

Want to know how much gutter replacement costs? Experts reveal what you can expect to pay
By Natasha Brinsmead last updated
Gutter replacement costs are often an unavoidable outgoing when it comes to good house maintenance and protecting your home from water damage — but there are ways to save, as our guide explains

10 celebrities hit by mansion tax, plus how much each will have to pay
By Joseph Mullane published
With thousands of homes up and down the country set to be affected by the government's mansion tax we take a look at some of the most high-profile celebrities and how much they will have to pay
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