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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

Chancellor confirms Mansion Tax to take effect in April 2028 for homes worth over £2m
By Joseph Mullane published
Luxury homeowners face a new Mansion Tax following the 2025 Budget, sparking warnings from property experts about potential market ripple effects

OBR forecast predicts mortgage rate rises from 3.7% to 5% in response to Autumn Budget
By Joseph Mullane last updated
A new year could bring new hope for those looking to secure a mortgage for a house

Is the proposed 'Mansion Tax' already impacting house prices, and should homeowners be concerned?
By Joseph Mullane published
Talk of a 'Mansion Tax' is already cooling the top end of the UK housing market, but how steep is the impact and what should homeowners be doing?

Cooling inflation fuels hopes of cheaper mortgages before the New Year
By Joseph Mullane published
As 2025 draws to a close, cooling inflation is lifting expectations of a potential base rate cut – and offering fresh hope for homebuyers preparing for 2026

High-value homes face new inheritance tax scrutiny from upcoming Budget
By Joseph Mullane published
Rising house prices mean more families risk paying inheritance tax as the Chancellor considers changes to property reliefs and thresholds in the November Budget

Is Britain about to introduce an exit tax for emigrants? What could this mean for UK property owners and how much would you have to pay
By Joseph Mullane published
A possible UK “exit tax” is potentially on the horizon, meaning if your home is your biggest asset, you need to know what’s being discussed now
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