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My Chinese EV nightmare: £1,200 repair shock

A British driver's dream of electric car ownership turned into a costly nightmare when his new BYD Atto 3 developed a mysterious fault that left him stranded and facing a £1,200 repair bill just months after purchase.

First-time buyers now average 34 years old in UK

Soaring house prices and mortgage costs are pushing the dream of homeownership further out of reach, with the average first-time buyer now reaching 34 before getting on the property ladder.

Home Renovations That Devalue Your UK Property

New research reveals which popular home renovations could be costing British homeowners thousands in property value instead of adding worth. Discover the surprising improvements to avoid.

Nationwide: First Annual House Price Fall Since 2020

Britain's property market experiences significant shift as Nationwide reveals first annual price decline since 2020, with average homes losing £4,500 in value over past year amid economic pressures.

London's £1,200 Monthly Parking Shock

Exclusive investigation reveals how Westminster's car park charges have hit record highs, with some Londoners paying more for parking than accommodation.

Australia's Housing Crisis Deepens: Dream Home Out of Reach?

New data reveals Australia's property market has become even more unaffordable, pushing home ownership further out of reach for millions. Discover the shocking reality facing first-time buyers and what experts say needs to change.

Aldi and Asda cut fuel prices by 5p per litre

Aldi and Asda have launched a major fuel price battle, cutting petrol and diesel costs by 5p per litre across their UK forecourts in a move that could save drivers over £2 per tank.

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.

Labor's Housing Revolution: New Scheme for First-Time Buyers

Exclusive interview with Housing Minister Clare O'Neil reveals how Labor's ambitious new housing scheme will transform property ownership for struggling Australians. Discover the key policies designed to tackle the affordability crisis head-on.

Nat Barr grills minister over housing crisis

In a fiery television exchange, Sunrise host Natalie Barr confronts Home Affairs Minister Clare O'Neil about Australia's worsening housing affordability crisis, with young Australians facing what many call an 'impossible dream' of home ownership.

Expert Reveals 7 Common Home Decor Mistakes & Fixes

A leading interior design expert from TikTok exposes the most frequent styling errors plaguing British homes, from rug sizing fails to lighting blunders, and shares her professional secrets to transform your space affordably.

Home Bargains' £5 Wireless Lamp Sells Out

Shoppers are going wild for a stunning wireless table lamp from Home Bargains, priced at just £5. The chic, battery-operated lamp has become an instant sell-out hit, offering ambient lighting without the need for plugs or cables. Discover why this bargain

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

SUV drivers face new 'polluter penalty' tax in UK

Exclusive: New government proposals could see drivers of larger, heavier SUVs hit with significantly higher parking charges and taxes in a bid to reduce emissions and encourage a switch to electric vehicles.

Design Secrets: Make Cheap Furniture Look Expensive

An interior design expert reveals her top 10 genius hacks for transforming budget-friendly furniture into a stylish, high-end looking home. Discover how to avoid the flat-pack look with simple styling tricks.

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