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Want to make every pound of your build budget count? A quantity surveyor explains why value engineering could be your project’s secret weapon

By Tim Phillips Published

Discover why value engineering is one of the smartest tools for keeping costs under control, ensuring every pound of your project budget is spent where it delivers the most impact

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Historic blacksmith workshop goes up for sale for £250k with plans for a self builder to forge a new home

By Joseph Mullane Published

A 40-year-old iron forge known for bespoke gates and railings is being sold as a self-build plot with plans previously approved for a three-storey home

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OBR delivers hammer blow to Government’s housing targets as Rachel Reeves’ Spring Statement offers no solutions

By Joseph Mullane Published

OBR says housebuilding will fall to 220,000 before recovering – as industry warns targets are now completely unrealistic

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Homebuilding sector issues 'dire' warning of housing crisis ahead of Spring Statement

By Joseph Mullane Published

Construction leaders warn Labour’s 1.5 million homes pledge is at risk as insolvencies rise, labour shortages deepen, and the Spring Statement approaches

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Sussex seafront plot offers chance to build bespoke beach house

By Joseph Mullane Published

No house, no outdated interiors, no demolition bills – just a rare stretch of beachfront ready for someone to build their dream home

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How much more will it cost to build an eco home? The answer isn't as clear cut as you might think

By Mark Stevenson Published

If your self build design is based on an eco-led approach, the chances are you'll need deeper pockets, but here's why it's worth the investment upfront

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One of Cornwall’s most secluded plots just got planning for three modern homes

By Joseph Mullane Published

Tucked away in a tiny rural hamlet near the south Cornish coast, this £450,000 development site comes with full planning permission for three contemporary homes, making it a rare find for self-builders

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Meet Baufritz and discover how they can transform your bespoke home vision into reality

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You might never have heard of Baufritz, but here you’ll learn more about how this eco-home innovator helps self-builders craft beautifully engineered, sustainable homes

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Wondering how much it costs to build a house in 2026? Our self build expert reveals how much to budget

By Michael Holmes last updated

Building a home is the dream for many, but balancing budgets is the most fundamental factor in it becoming reality. We explore the average self build costs

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Council withdraws planning permission for couple's dream home in the middle of their build

By Joseph Mullane Published

A family granted planning permission to build their dream home has found their build unexpectedly halted by a council-issued stop notice, leaving them in limbo

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