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Albanese's housing help backfires as prices surge

The Prime Minister's flagship home buyer scheme has produced disastrous unintended consequences, with Australian property prices surging at their fastest rate since the pandemic property boom, leaving aspiring homeowners worse off than before the interven

Reeves refunds £38k after tenant deposit failure

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has been compelled to return £38,000 to former tenants after failing to properly protect their deposits. The Labour MP finally submitted crucial paperwork years after the tenancy ended, following legal pressure.

Windrush victims get 75% compensation upfront

The UK government announces radical changes to the Windrush compensation scheme, offering victims 75% of estimated payments immediately while final claims are processed.

Friend vanishes with couple's £12,000 life savings

A devastated couple reveal how a woman they considered a close friend disappeared after they entrusted her with £12,000 for a house deposit, leaving them financially ruined and heartbroken.

Get Your Full Rental Deposit Back - Expert Guide

Discover expert tips and legal rights that could save you hundreds of pounds when moving out of your rental property. Learn what landlords can and cannot deduct from your deposit.

Sweat Equity: New Path to Homeownership in UK

Discover how 'sweat equity' programmes are helping first-time buyers get on the property ladder by exchanging labour for deposits in this groundbreaking housing solution.

21 UK Govt Schemes to Cut Home Energy Bills

Discover the full list of UK government grants and schemes available in 2024 to help homeowners improve energy efficiency, cut costs, and increase property value.

First-Time Buyers Delay Cars for £59k Deposits

Exclusive research reveals the heartbreaking financial trade-offs young Britons are making. Soaring mortgage deposits are forcing a generation to delay car ownership and major life events, creating a 'generation locked out' of the property market.

Australia's Radical 2% Deposit Home Scheme Launches

Australia launches a radical £1.2 billion housing initiative, enabling first-time buyers to purchase with just a 2% deposit. But will this ambitious scheme cool the market or fuel a price surge? Exclusive analysis inside.

Waitrose Offers Free Hot Drinks Without Needing to Shop

In a major shift, Waitrose is overhauling its MyWaitrose loyalty programme, ditching the requirement to make a purchase for members to claim their free hot drink. The popular perk is now simpler to access than ever before.

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