Ruth Jackson-Kirby, Author At HomeOwners Alliance

Ruth Jackson-Kirby

Personal Finance & Property Journalist

Ruth Jackson Kirby has been a financial journalist for 18 years. Having worked for six years at MoneyWeek covering all aspects of personal finance and investing, she then moved to become the deputy editor of Moneywise writing on everything from funerals to gold. In 2013 Ruth became a freelance financial and property journalist writing regularly for The Mail on Sunday, The Sunday Times, The Times, Good Housekeeping, Moneywise, MoneyWeek and here at the HomeOwners Alliance.

Are solar panels worth it in the UK?

Are solar panels worth it: At a glance How much do solar panels cost? How much your solar panels could cost will depend on several factors including where you live, the size of the system and the complexity of the installation. But you may have to pay more for scaffolding. One way to […]

Buying a Holiday Home UK

Buying a Holiday Home UK You might be looking for a second home by the sea, or the best holiday let investment in a busy tourist spot. Either way, buying a holiday home is a big financial commitment. I know, I’ve done it myself. In 2019, I bought a holiday home in Keswick to use […]

Loft insulation costs

Our 2024 HomeOwners Survey revealed that more than a third of us have been put off improving our home’s energy efficiency because of cost. But loft insulation can be the easy win here. According to the Energy Saving Trust, around a quarter of your home’s heat can be lost through an uninsulated roof. Installing loft […]

Selling a house for cash

Selling a house for cash Selling a house for cash means you’ll sell quicker and there is a lower risk of the sale falling through. A cash buyer is likely to have less paperwork to do and you won’t be waiting for other people along the property chain to complete. The different ways of selling a […]

How to get an Energy Performance Certificate

How to get an EPC: at a glance How to check if you already have an EPC How to get an Energy Performance Certificate? Getting an Energy Performance Certificate is a straightforward process. If your property doesn’t already have a valid EPC, you’ll need to arrange an assessment with a qualified and accredited […]

What is a Building Survey (RICS Level 3)?

A Building Survey – Structural survey or RICS Level 3 survey as it is also known – is the most thorough, detailed survey you can choose to investigate the condition of a house your are considering buying. Here’s everything you need to know to decide if you need a building survey. What is a Building […]

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