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Property profits: personal vs limited ownership

From tax efficiency to legal cover, here’s what every investor needs to know before buying.

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Written by: Ellyn Wright

Published on: 30 September 2025

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Smart heat your home this winter

Can these gadgets really help you save money?

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Written by: Ellyn Wright

Published on: 25 September 2025

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Fall into gardening: autumn jobs that pay off in spring

How to prep your outdoor space for winter -and plant the seeds of next year’s success.

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Written by: Ellyn Wright

Published on: 25 September 2025

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Garden builds & boundary battles: what’s allowed

Planning permission pitfalls explained – and how to report your neighbour!

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Written by: Ellyn Wright

Published on: 26 August 2025

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What the Bank of England base rate cut means for you

Interest rates are down again – but will your mortgage payments follow?

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Written by: Ellyn Wright

Published on: 7 August 2025

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The truth behind smart doorbells

Do they really make your home safer? Or are they simply an ‘affluence cue’ for burglars?

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Written by: Ellyn Wright

Published on: 30 July 2025

Home Related, Seasonal, Summer, Travel

Burglaries surge 48% in summer – is your home protected?

How to protect your home while you’re on holiday

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Written by: Ellyn Wright

Published on: 20 June 2025

Home Related

Why your home might be underinsured

How confident are you that your home is properly protected?

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Written by: Ellyn Wright

Published on: 3 June 2025

Home Related, Specialist, Summer

How to insure your hot tub

Don’t assume it’s automatically covered by your home policy!

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Written by: Ellyn Wright

Published on: 28 May 2025

Home Related

Home improvements that don’t need planning permission

And surprising things that do!

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Written by: Ellyn Wright

Published on: 27 May 2025

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