Russell Quirk asks if the government has given up on homeownership and if we could be happy as a nation of renters.
Monthly Archives: February 2017
Are big estate agency brands better than local high street firms?
When choosing how to sell your home it can be hard to know whether to list with one of the big brand estate agency chains or a local firm, but new research from HomeOwner’s Alliance could give you a valuable steer
Should you pay a pre-contract deposit?
Should you pay an estate agent a fee to reserve a home you want to buy? The Property Ombudsman says it's a fair enough offer, but here at HomeOwners Alliance we're not so sure.
Government Housing White Paper – what it means for you
We take a look at the Government's much-anticipated Housing White Paper, but it is a disappointing read - HomeOwners Alliance looks at what it means for you
Leasehold mis-selling – the next PPI?
The housing minister has attacked housebuilders' "abuse of the leasehold system" while another influential MP likened the scandal to the mis-selling of PPI at a heated industry debate.
The new rules for selling your home on Rightmove and Zoopla
Property portals are taking new steps to combat a practice used by some unscrupulous estate agents called “portal juggling”.
House prices near Crossrail stations soar 48% in ten years
Property prices close to stations along the Crossrail line have soared since the project was given the green light a decade ago, new figures reveal.
Sell your home in 12 days for maximum returns
Homes could lose thousands in value after weeks on the market, warns HomeOwners Alliance. So what is the optimal point at which to sell your home and get maximum price?