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Three-bedroom home sale baffles buyers with 'unhygienic' interior

A three-bedroom property listed for sale in the UK has left potential buyers stunned by its unusually cluttered and unhygienic-looking interior, despite its seemingly normal exterior. The listing has sparked a fierce online debate about property presentat

Kevin McCloud's stark warning over UK housing crisis

Grand Designs presenter Kevin McCloud delivers a blistering critique of the UK's property market, expressing deep sympathy for young buyers and calling for urgent government action on the housing crisis.

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.

Top 20 UK Property Bargains: Homes From £129k Revealed

Discover the 20 most affordable and charming property hotspots across the UK where your dream home won't break the bank. From coastal gems to countryside retreats, find out which towns offer the best value.

Major Lender Bans 'Bank of Mum and Dad' Deposits

A leading UK mortgage lender has abruptly banned deposits funded by parental gifts, sparking outrage among first-time buyers and experts who warn it could slam the door on homeownership for an entire generation.

Labour to Reform Lifetime ISA and Scrap Unfair Penalty

Exclusive: The new Labour government is set to reform the controversial Lifetime ISA, addressing the hefty withdrawal penalty that has trapped savers. This key move aims to boost support for first-time buyers and fix a flawed savings scheme.

Teacher rejected for mortgage quits job for van life

A young teacher's dream of homeownership was crushed by a shockingly low mortgage offer. Discover how she turned rejection into liberation by quitting her job and buying a van to explore the UK.

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.

Major Lenders Slash UK Mortgage Rates to 7-Month Low

In a major boost for the UK housing market, leading lenders including Halifax and HSBC have cut mortgage rates to their lowest point since last summer, offering new hope for first-time buyers struggling to get on the property ladder.

£10,000 Bonus for New Homeowners in Govt Scheme

Exclusive: New homeowners could receive a life-changing £10,000 bonus under a radical government proposal to boost property ownership and slash mortgage costs. Find out if you qualify.

Couple's £275k 'Dream Home' Becomes Mouldy Nightmare

A young couple's first home purchase near Liverpool became a living nightmare as they discovered severe damp, mould, and structural issues, leaving them trapped and financially crippled just weeks after moving in.

Reeves axes Labour's stamp duty surcharge pledge

In a dramatic reversal, Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves has scrapped Labour's flagship pledge to reintroduce a stamp duty surcharge on overseas buyers. Get the full story on this major political shift.

Rayner's Tax Row Amid Labour's Stamp Duty Shake-Up

Labour Deputy Leader Angela Rayner faces intense scrutiny over her past council house sale as her party proposes abolishing Stamp Duty for first-time buyers. The major policy shift aims to boost homeownership but ignites a fiery political debate on tax an

Reeves scraps non-dom status and cuts landlord tax

In a dramatic first move, Chancellor Rachel Reeves uses her inaugural major speech to scrap the non-dom tax regime and abolish Stamp Duty for first-time buyers on properties up to £425,000, signalling a new economic direction for Britain.

Labour Scraps Home Guarantee Scheme for First-Time Buyers

The Albanese government has officially terminated the Home Guarantee Scheme, a flagship initiative designed to help Australians get on the property ladder with smaller deposits, sparking outrage from aspiring homeowners.

Londoners Flock to the Cotswolds' Cheapest Town

The Cotswolds property market is being turned on its head as Londoners discover Cinderford, the area's most affordable town. Find out why this former mining hub is now a hotspot for buyers seeking the rural dream without the multi-million pound price tag.

Reeyes Plans Stamp Duty Shake-Up to Boost Property Market

New Chancellor Rachel Reeves is considering a major overhaul of stamp duty, with proposals to shift the tax burden from buyers to sellers in a bid to revitalise Britain's stagnant housing market and help first-time buyers.

Moving Out Shame: Sellers Take Even the Toilet Rolls

A shocking tale of moving day betrayal has gone viral after first-time buyers discovered the previous owners had taken everything - including lightbulbs, curtain poles, and even the toilet paper. This breach of moving etiquette has sparked a fierce online

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