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Family's £275k new-build home has 150+ defects

A young family's dream of homeownership has turned into a financial and emotional nightmare after their brand new £275,000 property was found to be riddled with over 150 severe defects, rendering it unsafe to live in.

Spanish Holiday Hotspot Becomes Eerie Ghost Town

The once-vibrant resort of Camposol in Spain's Murcia region faces an unprecedented crisis as thousands of British-owned properties stand empty, creating a surreal ghost town atmosphere and devastating local businesses. Discover what went wrong.

UK landlords face tax overhaul on rental income

HMRC is considering a major tax overhaul that could see UK landlords paying tax on their gross rental income instead of profits. Discover how this proposed change might impact property investors and the rental market.

NHS Youth Mental Health Crisis: Over-Diagnosis Costs £16bn

Exclusive: A damning report reveals the over-medicalisation of youth mental health is creating a financially unsustainable crisis for the NHS, costing the state a staggering £16 billion annually and stretching support services to their absolute limit.

Scottish castle with private railway station for sale

A magnificent 19th-century Scottish castle with its own private railway station, servants' quarters, and extensive stables has hit the market for a staggering £15 million. Discover this unique piece of heritage.

Golant Cornwall Property Prices Soar 66% in a Year

The tiny Cornish village of Golant, famed for its riverside charm and Daphne du Maurier links, is defying the national property trend with a staggering 66% price surge. Discover why this hidden haven is becoming Britain's most sought-after postcode.

The Unusual New Check Every UK Homebuyer Must Do

Homebuyers across the UK are adopting a bizarre new due diligence tactic, investigating a property's 'toilet etiquette' to avoid disastrous neighbour disputes. This strange trend is becoming a crucial step in the property search.

Gaza Water Crisis Triggers Deadly Paralysis Outbreak

Exclusive: A catastrophic water shortage in Gaza, exacerbated by Israeli restrictions, is triggering a deadly outbreak of acute flaccid paralysis. Aid agencies warn of a spiralling humanitarian disaster as fuel and clean water supplies run critically low.

Amsterdam's Squatter Wars: Property Battle Erupts

A fierce conflict is raging on the streets of Amsterdam as Dutch homeowners and squatters clash over a controversial new law. Discover how the city's housing crisis has escalated into open confrontation.

Stunning Cotswolds Farmhouse with Pool for Sale

An exquisite six-bedroom Grade II listed farmhouse in the idyllic Cotswolds village of Blockley is for sale. Featuring a heated swimming pool, sprawling gardens, and original character, this is a rare opportunity to own a piece of quintessential English c

£18k to $1.4m: Sydney's Ultimate Property Jackpot

A modest 1975 mortgage for £18,000 on a Sydney home has transformed into a staggering $1.4 million property fortune, revealing one of Australia's most remarkable real estate success stories.

Barrister Sues Over Notting Hill Home's Flooded Basement

A high-flying barrister is taking legal action against the previous owner of her £4.5 million Notting Hill home after uncovering a shocking secret: the basement was catastrophically and permanently flooded, a fact she claims was deliberately concealed dur

Tyson Fury sells Morecambe mansion for £4.5 million

Heavyweight boxing champion Tyson Fury has sold his stunning Morecambe waterfront mansion for nearly £4.5 million. The Gypsy King parts with his long-time family home following his recent career decisions.

Couple wins 27-year planning battle after council error

A couple has legally occupied their dream chalet in the Snowdonia National Park for 27 years without planning permission due to a critical council error. Discover how a bureaucratic oversight turned into a property rights victory.

UK's Most Bizarre House: Toilet Throne Room & Alien Pods

A four-bedroom detached house in the UK has become an online sensation due to its utterly bizarre interior, featuring a 'throne room' toilet, alien-inspired pods, and a complete lack of a traditional kitchen. The unique property is on the market for £500,

Criminal cash inflating London property prices

Exclusive investigation reveals how sophisticated networks of international criminals are exploiting the UK's property market to launder billions, driving up costs for ordinary Britons and undermining the economy.

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.

Grand Designs' 'Saddest House' Finally Sells

The long-awaited sale of Chesil Cliff House, dubbed the 'saddest' in Grand Designs history, concludes a turbulent chapter. Discover the story behind this Devon lighthouse conversion.

Foreclosure Crisis Devastates US Tourist Hotspots

A surge in foreclosures is devastating popular tourist destinations in Nevada and Florida, with soaring property taxes and insurance premiums forcing locals out of their homes. Exclusive analysis reveals the human cost of the post-pandemic property boom.

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