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How British homebuyers face higher costs, tougher lending rules and fewer rights compared to Europe and beyond
By Joseph Mullane published
A deep dive into global mortgage systems reveals how the UK mortgage market is more difficult for buyers compared to elsewhere in the world

Norfolk villagers face compulsory purchase orders for their homes to make way for large solar farms
By Joseph Mullane published
Norfolk villagers furious as a massive solar farm proposal threatens their homes and agricultural land

Will there be a 'bath time tax'? The reality behind rising water bills in the UK
By Joseph Mullane published
"Bath time tax": Fact or fiction? New plans could change your water bill

Britain’s housing crisis gets a lifeline with £39bn committed to building affordable homes in Spending Review
By Joseph Mullane published
The government has committed an unprecedented £39 billion over the next decade to build 1.5 million affordable homes, signaling a significant, long-term push to ease the nation's housing crisis

Phil Spencer: Why your 'Instagrammable' home upgrades could be a costly blunder
By Joseph Mullane published
TV property expert warns homeowners to ditch superficial makeovers for improvements that truly add value – and save cash

Why boosting planning permissions for self-build homes is the UK’s best bet to solve the housing crisis
By Joseph Mullane published
With interest in traditional new builds flagging, growing public demand for self and custom-build homes makes expanding permissions in this sector vital to delivering the homes the UK desperately needs

How visiting a heat pump is helping UK homeowners make smarter, greener choices
By Joseph Mullane published
Discover how firsthand experiences through the Visit a Heat Pump scheme is reshaping attitudes, empowering homeowners to make informed decisions

Becoming an architect is getting a redesign — here’s what’s changing
By Joseph Mullane published
Training for architects has changed and it could shape the future of our homes and how they are built
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