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Will selling your home with planning permission always bring in the big bucks, or does a 'sold as seen' approach sometimes reap more rewards?
By Sarah Harley published
It's easy to assume planning permission adds value to your property at resale – but is this always true? We explore when it might be best to leave well alone

'We took a huge risk buying a plot with refused planning permission' – our self-build expert shares this tricky journey and why he'd do it all over again
By Mark Stevenson published
Self-build expert Mark Stevenson shares his own plot-finding journey from start to finish

Get your hands on a slice of history with this rare barn conversion opportunity in a holiday hotspot
By Joseph Mullane published
Tucked away near Snowdonia, this derelict barn has planning permission to become a rural retreat – and it's heading to auction

Why new Compulsory Purchase Order powers are making it easier for the government to take your land
By Joseph Mullane published
Compulsory Purchase Orders are important to be aware of if you're a landowner as you could face the prospect of having your land taken away from you

Ignore these 12 red flags at your peril if you're on the hunt for the perfect plot
By Mark Stevenson published
Buying a plot? While it may feel like you've found the perfect spot, if you dig deeper and find any of these red flags – it could be time to walk away

Can you build a house on agricultural land? Sometimes says a self build expert, but here's why it can be a bit tricky
By Mark Stevenson published
A self build expert details what you need to consider if planning to buy farm land to build on, including if and when it is possible

Should I build a house in a flood zone? A self build expert explains whether or not it's a good idea
By Mark Stevenson published
We look at how to go about building a house in a flood zone, how to identify if you may be at risk and if it's ever a good idea

Historic Bristol war room goes under the hammer with potential for a rare home
By Joseph Mullane published
Grade II listed Cold War site with residential potential in Brislington heads to auction
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