London's oldest house survived the Great Fire and Blitz
Discover the incredible story of 41-42 Cloth Fair, London's oldest surviving house. Built in 1597, it withstood the Great Fire, Civil War, and the Blitz. Read its full history here.
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Kensington storage room on market for £15,000
A tiny storage room in Kensington, near the royal palace, is up for auction at £15,000. Dubbed Britain's priciest cupboard, it offers prime location with 39-year lease. Read the full story.
London's £925k derelict mews house auction stuns
A dilapidated three-bedroom mews house in Camden hits auction at £925k. Discover this North London property's shocking state and surprising redevelopment potential.
NSW estate agents face £57k fines for underquoting
New South Wales cracks down on property underquoting with hefty fines up to £57,000. Learn how new laws protect home buyers from misleading price guides.
London property prices surge 3.9% as UK market struggles
Exclusive analysis reveals London's property market is bucking national trends with significant price increases, while Halifax reports UK-wide affordability crisis hitting hardest outside the capital.
Judd's luxury property sells at huge $450k loss
TV presenter Rebecca Judd and AFL star husband Chris face substantial financial setback as their Mornington Peninsula investment property sells for significantly less than purchase price.
Luxury Beach Hut Sells for £325k - Price of Family Home
A luxurious beach hut on Dorset's iconic Mudeford Spit is causing waves in the property market, commanding a price tag equivalent to a family home. Discover why this timber retreat is Britain's most coveted coastal address.
Zero-bedroom London flat offered for £1,350 per month
A shocking zero-bedroom basement flat in London's upscale Bayswater is being offered for an astonishing £1,350 per month, highlighting the capital's deepening rental crisis.
70s East End: Photos of Lost London Life
Step back in time with remarkable 70s photographs capturing the vanishing world of London's East End - from bustling markets to community pubs and changing streetscapes.
London's 'Scaffold House' nightmare crushes property prices
Residents of a quiet London suburb are in uproar as a dilapidated cottage shrouded in scaffolding for over two years continues to devastate local property values and blight the community.
Museum of Youth Culture Opens in London's Soho
Discover the vibrant history of British youth culture at London's newest museum, featuring rare photographs, fashion, and memorabilia from decades of teenage rebellion and style.
Bankruptcy to boom: City leads UK luxury property
Discover how this once-struggling British city has transformed into the nation's hottest luxury housing market, defying economic expectations and attracting premium buyers.
Estate agent's shocking family home licence bid exposed
A London estate agent faces professional ruin after attempting to use his own family home to secure his trading licence in a desperate move that's shocked the property industry.
Estate agents mocked over £110K bungalow listing blunder
A property listing for a seemingly ordinary £110,000 bungalow in the UK has gone viral for all the wrong reasons, after eagle-eyed buyers spotted a comical mistake in the bathroom that's left estate agents thoroughly mocked.
London parking space costs £35k with £1,250 service charge
A single parking space in London's prestigious Knightsbridge is selling for £35,000 with an eye-watering £1,250 annual service charge - making it potentially Britain's most expensive piece of asphalt.
House prices crash across nearly half of UK cities
Exclusive analysis reveals property values are falling in 46% of UK cities as the housing market faces its most significant correction in years. Discover which areas are hardest hit and what experts predict for the coming months.
Council's £10,000 property licence blunder exposed
A devastating administrative error by Westminster Council left a landlord facing a £10,000 bill after officials mistakenly revoked her property licence. The shocking case exposes serious flaws in local authority licensing systems.
Sydney woman trapped in £1.2m property nightmare
A Sydney woman's dream property purchase turned into a financial nightmare as she faces being trapped in her £1.2 million townhouse amid Australia's crashing property market. Discover the shocking reality of negative equity and why experts warn this could
UK Property Fraud Alert: Protect Your Home From Theft
Criminals are using sophisticated property fraud to steal homes across Britain. Learn the warning signs and protect your most valuable asset with these essential security measures.
Peckham's housing crisis: Developers bypass affordable home rules
Exclusive investigation reveals how developers in Peckham exploit planning loopholes to bypass affordable housing requirements, leaving local communities priced out despite government targets.
Following a 170-year-old map through London reveals hidden secrets
A modern-day explorer uncovers hidden secrets of Victorian London using a genuine 1850s map, revealing how the city's landscape has transformed while some mysteries remain eternal.
Gov Considers Tax Breaks for Property Clearances
Exclusive: Ministers are reportedly weighing a controversial tax deduction scheme that would reward property owners for clearing buildings, sparking fierce debate among industry experts and environmentalists.
Mansion Tax Fears Trigger Property Market Jitters
UK housing market faces uncertainty as Housing Secretary Michael Gove repeatedly refuses to rule out new property tax in upcoming Budget, sparking concerns among homeowners and industry experts.
Thames Island Homes: £400k & 40 Mins From London
Discover Tagg's Island in the Thames - a unique woodland community offering surprisingly affordable homes with central London just 40 minutes away, but there's one major catch perspective buyers need to know.
South London's Victorian Lodge Transformed Into Stunning Home
Discover how a dilapidated Victorian lodge in South London was miraculously converted into an award-winning contemporary family residence while preserving its historic charm.
Colorado's Sweetwater Ranch Sells for $15 Million
Discover the historic Sweetwater Ranch in Colorado, now available for $15 million. This 4,544-acre property features breathtaking landscapes, rich wildlife, and a piece of authentic American frontier history.
Fulham Palace makes Black History Month permanent
The former Bishop of London's residence launches permanent Black history programme, confronting its colonial past through new exhibitions and educational initiatives.
Property Staging Mistakes That Cost Home Sellers Thousands
Expert property stager reveals the common decorating errors that deter buyers and slash thousands off your property's value. Discover how to avoid these pitfalls and secure the best price for your home.
Spanish property nightmare leaves British couple homeless
A British couple's dream of retiring to sunny Spain turned into a financial nightmare after purchasing a home they've never been able to live in, leaving them facing potential homelessness in their home country.
Labour MPs rebel against Khan over London housing crisis
Growing rebellion within Labour ranks as London MPs demand urgent action on affordable housing targets amid soaring property prices and rental costs in the capital.
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