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Government's plans to build homes in 'Europe's Silicon Valley' at risk of subsidence before work even begins
By Joseph Mullane published
Plans to build almost 5,000 houses in what is now known as the Oxford-Cambridge growth corridor could be structurally unsound

The 8 things to know about buying a house at auction
By Sarah Warwick published
If you’re considering buying a house at auction, it’s vital to understand the process

How long does it take to buy a house? The details on when to expect to move in
By Sarah Warwick published
Homebuying is a complex process. Discover how long its stages take

Mortgage price war heats up as rates fall below 4%: homebuyers urged to act fast
By Joseph Mullane published
Santander, Barclays and Nationwide slash rates in a bid to attract borrowers, but experts warn low rates may not last

Thinking about buying a house near a pylon? What you need to know
By Jayne Dowle published
If you have seen the house of your dreams but there's an electricity pylon near-by, we asked the experts their advice on how to proceed

From buyer beware to seller beware? Landmark £32.5m moth mansion case shakes up property law
By Joseph Mullane published
High Court ruling forces sellers to disclose all property defects after £32.5 million moth infestation case

Thinking of buying a house with a private water supply? What you need to know
By Sarah Warwick published
Having a private water supply might sound like it brings savings, but there are complications you should know about

When is the best time to buy a house? This is what property pros advise
By Sarah Warwick published
There are optimum times of the year for housebuying and this is the (sometimes surprising) lowdown on timing a purchase
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