With news that planning applications had sky rocketed and that stamp duty was to blame, consumer journalist Christine Toner looks at evidence that suggests stamp duty is only one of the factors at play
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The leasehold scandal – how not to extend your lease
With the issue of leasehold properties now firmly in the spotlight, consumer journalist Christine Toner takes a look at informal leasehold extensions and why they’re never a good idea.
Vote for your favourite Beach Hut of the Year!
Dreaming of a day out by the sea? Take a look at these gorgeous beach hut designs and vote for your favourite in Phil Spencer's Beach Hut of the Year competition...
The Lifetime ISA: the countdown is on
With the Lifetime ISA about to launch, we asked Nutmeg, the online investment management service, to give us the details, pros and cons of the scheme
Choose an estate agent: based on what matters, not just sales patter
We're launching a new tool to help our 3 million visitors choose an estate agent - based on the criteria that matters when selling your home.
Compare local estate agents with our new estateagent4me tool
Selling your property? Compare local estate agents in just a few easy steps...
Property Tech Debate – Online vs High Street Estate Agents
Our CEO Paula Higgins chaired the 2015 Property Tech debate between online and offline estate agents - watch the debate and read our verdict.
Future Homes: Ikea reveals its vision for the 2025 kitchen
Shelves that double as a fridge and a smart table that cooks your food: Ikea has revealed its vision for the kitchen in 2025. Other concepts include food delivery by drone and recycling waste food whilst extracting usable water.
BBC You and Yours Interview – discussing Right To Buy
The Right To Buy scheme has been extended, as announced in the Queen's Speech 2015. The government scheme gives people the chance to buy the council house they are currently renting at a discounted price. Unfortunately, for some homeowners, the scheme has gone horribly wrong.