Sydney, Melbourne House Prices Drop Amid Rate Hikes, Iran War Fallout
Median house prices in Sydney and Melbourne fell in early 2026 due to interest rate rises and Middle East conflict, with auction clearance rates dropping nationally.
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Why I'm Proud to Still Live in a Houseshare at 29
Lydia Spencer-Elliott challenges the stigma of house-sharing in your late twenties, citing soaring rents and economic pressures that make independent living a triumph, not a failure.
Spain's 100% Holiday Home Tax Plan for Brits Stalls
Spain's controversial proposal to impose a 100% tax on non-EU holiday home purchases has stalled in parliament, facing political opposition and failing to impact property market activity significantly.
Alan Carr TV Show Boosts Corfu Property Searches by 173%
Rightmove reports a 173% increase in searches for Corfu properties in January, driven by the BBC series Amanda & Alan's Greek Job, making it the top overseas destination.
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Victorian Cottage with Railway Garden Listed for £450k
A unique Victorian cottage in Staffordshire is on sale for £450,000, featuring a garden adjoining a heritage railway line where steam trains pass just yards from the property.
Trump's Miami Library Skyscraper Plan with Gold Statues
Donald Trump reveals plans for a towering presidential library skyscraper in Miami, featuring gold statues and no books, as critics mock the design and Democrats probe funding.
Furnishing Small Bedrooms: Expert Tips
Discover top furniture picks and space-saving strategies for small bedrooms, as recommended by interior design experts to maximise comfort and style.
Cornish Residents' Privacy Plight Over Holiday Park Expansion
Families in a rural Cornish hamlet claim a holiday park's expansion with 60 static caravans has stripped their privacy, blocked views, and may breach planning rules, with locals driven from gardens and hot tubs.
Art Deco Revival: Designers Share High Street Hacks for 2026
As Pinterest names Art Deco the trend to watch in 2026, interior designers reveal affordable high street tips to bring bold geometric shapes and opulent materials into modern homes.
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Best Artificial Flowers 2026: Realistic Faux Blooms for Home Decor
Discover the best artificial flowers that look surprisingly real, chosen by an interiors editor. Our tested picks include hydrangeas, orchids, and luxury bouquets for all budgets.
Brits Use Property Sites for Design Tips, Not Home Buying
Research reveals 86% of Brits browse Rightmove and Zoopla for interior design ideas rather than property purchases, with 'room-scrolling' becoming a national trend.
UK House Price Growth Rises in March, But Storm Clouds Loom
Annual UK house price growth accelerated to 2.2% in March, up from 1.0% in February, but experts warn the Middle East conflict could dampen market activity and push mortgage rates higher.
Summer Window Dressing Trends: Curtains and Blinds Ideas
Discover key summer window dressing trends for 2026, including tonal layering, statement blues, and neo-deco luxury, to transform your living spaces with expert insights from interior designers.
UK House Price Growth Rises in March Amid Conflict Fears
UK house price growth accelerated to 2.2% in March, but experts warn the Middle East conflict could dampen the market, with rising mortgage rates and economic uncertainty ahead.
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Royal Gardener's 7 Tips to Increase Home Value
Jack Stooks, former senior gardener at King Charles' Highgrove estate, shares expert advice on creating gardens that attract buyers and raise property prices.
Glasgow Arts Hub Tenants Battle 'Unsustainable' Rent Hikes
Tenants at Glasgow's Trongate 103 cultural hub protest 'coercive' rent increases by City Property, with critics calling for oversight of the council's arm's-length organisation.
China Bans 'Bone Ash Apartments' Amid Funeral Crisis
China introduces a law prohibiting the storage of ashes in apartments, as deaths hit 11.3 million in 2025 and cemetery costs soar, sparking public debate.
Reverse Feature Walls: The Design Shift Creating Immersive Interiors
Discover how reverse feature walls are transforming home décor by creating cohesive, atmospheric spaces with expert insights from Hovia's Art Director Lauren Kavanagh.
Trump's Presidential Library Plan: Skyscraper with Gold Features
Donald Trump reveals plans for a Miami presidential library skyscraper with gold escalators, a statue, and no books, as Democrats probe funding sources.
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How to Resolve Neighbour Boundary Disputes: Legal Advice
Property law experts explain how to handle stressful neighbour disputes over boundaries, fencing, trees and land ownership before resorting to costly legal action.
Aylesbury Estate Decays as Regeneration Partnership Collapses
The Aylesbury Estate in south London, once home to 10,000, now stands largely abandoned with squatters, drug use, and fires plaguing empty blocks after a failed regeneration scheme.
Couple Must Demolish Annexe After Council Contradiction
A Kent couple faces demolition or £40,000 redesign of their garden annexe after council officials gave conflicting instructions on its placement, leading to a lost planning appeal.
Neighbours Face £250k Bill Over Leylandii Tree Destruction
Siblings could be liable for a quarter-million-pound court bill after a judge ruled they trespassed and destroyed neighbours' privacy trees in a bitter boundary dispute in Essex.
Escape to the Country Update After Couple's Home Dilemma
A retired couple's dream move to Cornwall hits a snag as they miss out on a property, but find hope with a new build on the north coast in the latest BBC show episode.
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Brits Urged to Protect Documents When Moving House
A new study reveals that moving house leads to lost items and stress, with important documents like passports at high risk. Experts advise a simple step to keep documents safe.
UK First-Time Buyers Top Lifetime ISA Usage in Bristol, Belfast, Sheffield
Data reveals Bristol, Belfast and Sheffield as top UK cities for first-time buyers using Lifetime ISAs to boost deposits with government bonuses, amid calls for scheme reforms.
Buy-to-Let Mortgage Crisis: Rates Soar, Deals Vanish
Landlords face soaring mortgage rates and dwindling product choices, with experts warning costs will be passed to tenants through higher rents amid market turmoil.
Does Gifting Your Home to Kids Avoid Inheritance Tax?
Transferring your home to children to dodge inheritance tax is complex. If you still benefit from it, HMRC may treat it as a 'gift with reservation', leading to potential double taxation and no IHT reduction.
Michael Clarke's Sydney Mansion Fails to Sell at Target Price
Former Australian cricket captain Michael Clarke is struggling to sell his Vaucluse mansion, with the price dropping from $20 million to around $18 million due to a tough real estate market.
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Over-60s Own 55% of UK Property Wealth, Widening Generational Gap
New analysis reveals baby boomers now hold the majority of UK housing wealth, with over-60s owning 55% while under-40s own just 10%, highlighting a deepening property divide.
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