According to Halifax, low mortgage rates and government schemes have made a huge difference to the amount of people taking their first steps onto the property ladder It is estimated that 359,000 people purchased their first property last year, making 2017 the sixth consecutive year that numbers have increased; and they are at their highest …
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Continue readingThe Government has approved changes to the land registration rules to pave the way for the introduction of digital land registration, which will come into effect on 6th April 2018 These changes are central to the HM Land Registry’s plans to become the world’s leading land registry for simplicity, speed and an open approach to …
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Continue readingAccording to Rightmove, early indicators of activity in this year’s housing market show that demand remains robust with most of the key metrics being broadly consistent with the same period last year Visits to Rightmove shows that the average demand so far in January is currently running over 9% higher than the same period last …
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Continue readingMany new changes have been made since the Spring Budget, and it seems landlords were given a number of Christmas presents from the government Each time the Budget is released to the general public by the government, there is inevitably always controversy associated with it, for it of course can’t please everyone. The Chancellor of …
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Continue readingThis super easy, quick and healthy one-pot is packed with white fish fillets, king prawns, a rich tomato sauce and enough veg to count as three of your five a day. Simple Fish Stew Preparation time: 10 minutes Cooking time: 20-25 minutes Serves 2 Ingredients 1 tbsp olive oil 1 tsp fennel seeds 2 carrots …
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Continue readingWith Christmas comes the obligatory over-consumption of mince pies and Christmas goodies and the clearing up of tinsel and Christmas tree needles. However, it’s no surprise that many of us will also receive an unwanted gift. Without sounding ungrateful or unappreciative, sometimes you just have no need for another Lynx’s gift set or your third …
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Continue readingFrom baby news, a milestone wedding anniversary and a royal engagement, 2017 marked several happy events for the royal family On the 20th of November 2017 the Queen and Prince Philip celebrated their platinum anniversary. At 96, the Duke is the longest serving royal consort in British history, and alongside the Queen being the longest …
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Continue readingHarmonious, calm and welcoming homes deliver mood boosting atmospheres and can really impact your lifestyle in a positive way Art is a form of expression which can be used as a type of therapy; in some ways our mood can even be affected by colour. Bringing art into your home can really brighten up your …
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Continue readingOne in 10 Brits will make new year’s resolutions. Many will have dieting at the top of their lists but, do diets actually work? Despite the lure of ‘quick fix’ diets and their promise of helping us to lose weight fast, a study by plant-based food and drink specialist Alpro, which polled 2,000 adults across …
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Continue readingIf you’re already dreaming about your next break away, how about considering a European city break? Here we showcase our favourite destinations Prague Nicknamed ‘the City of a Hundred Spires’, Prague is known for its Old Town Square, the heart of its historic core, with colourful baroque buildings, Gothic churches and the medieval Astronomical Clock, …
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Continue readingThe new year is a great chance to restart, think fresh and bring about change for the good! Every year many people make new year’s resolutions to help improve their lives, whether that is quitting smoking and drinking, starting to eat healthier and improving your fitness or making that move. The new year is often …
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Continue readingChannel 4’s Grand Designs awarded the magnificent Caring Wood the prestigious Royal Institute of British Architects House of the Year 2017 award Not only is Caring Wood a modern vision of an English country home but it is also designed to accommodate three generations of one extended family during the holidays. This grand home took …
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Continue readingWhether it’s to cut down on spending, or to lose the Christmas waistline, the new year signals a chance to start something new. And now is a great time to kick-start your house move: and we are on hand to help get you moving There is a common belief that you should wait until the …
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