Homeowners

A Guide to Council Tax for 2013/14

Stephen Maunder | Posted 01.05.2013 | UK
Stephen Maunder

In truth, Council Tax is up there with sprouts, MOTs and queueing among the most frustrating things in everyday life, so here's a brief guide to some of the changes in 2013/14 and a few tips to make Council Tax as painless as possible.

Right Place, Right Time

Alison Cork | Posted 04.08.2012 | UK Lifestyle
Alison Cork

I have moved seven times in the last 10 years. I have even fronted a home moving campaign for an internet provider, such is my notoriety as a serial mover. I have done it not because I love chaos and not because I enjoy unpacking. I have moved because it made economic sense to do so.

Images of Women Which Could Do With an Exorcism...

Lily Bevan | Posted 13.05.2012 | Home
Lily Bevan

This week I've been struck by two awful images of women from two different media campaigns: the Hollywood blockbuster The Devil Inside and 'the sleekest way to long lasting freshness' - the TV advert for 'Glade Discreet':

Are You Living In A 'High Risk' Burglary Area?

PA | Posted 03.04.2012 | UK

Home owners in Stoke Newington in north London are the most likely to have made a claim for theft or burglary on their home insurance policy, research...

For Whom the Hammer Falls: How an Auction Changed my Life

Ian Wilson | Posted 19.12.2011 | UK Lifestyle
Ian Wilson

When the hammer went down a few weeks ago, there were audible gasps at the packed auction house, although I think the biggest gasp of shock was from the new home owner himself.