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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

This is the minimum amount of money you need to buy a house
By Sarah Warwick published
Discover what you’ll need to spend for a home of your own

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

Thinking of buying a house without a survey? Why it isn’t a good idea
By Sarah Warwick published
The idea of saving some money when you’re housebuying is tempting, but here are the reasons why skipping a survey isn’t a sound plan

What solicitor fees can you expect when buying a house?
By Joseph Mullane published
Solicitor fees when buying a house can add significant costs to your already expensive purchase, especially if you don't find the right conveyancer

How much does a new toilet cost? Exploring types, prices and installation costs
By Joseph Mullane published
Discover the costs of different toilet types, installation, and what factors influence the price of your new throne

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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