Is thatched property insurance expensive?
Until the late 1800s, a large number of houses in the UK used thatching for the construction of the outer roof. Now, however, there are … Read more
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How much does it cost to repair a thatched roof?
The thatching of roofs is a historical and celebrated tradition in the United Kingdom. Incredibly, early thatched roofs are thought to date back to the … Read more
How do you get insurance when you buy a new-build home?
You’ve found the new build home of your dreams. Then you discover that your new postcode is not recognised on any databases – so how do you go about getting home and car insurance up and running ready for moving-in day?
Buying a non-standard construction house: what you need to know
Buying a house of non-standard construction? Find out what this means and how you go about insuring it.
Here’s why you need legal expenses cover with your home and contents insurance
When you’re trying to decide what cover you need for your home and contents insurance, it’s fair to say that there can be a bewildering … Read more
Where are the best places to buy to let in the UK?
Investing in property is a great way to make some extra income, but with rental yields varying so much from one part of the country … Read more
What to do if you discover subsidence
When it comes to problems with your house, subsidence is high up on the list of things you really don’t want happening. But what is … Read more
Subsidence surge: here’s how the heatwave harmed your home
The abnormally hot weather and lack of rainfall this summer created a disastrous combination for homeowners, according to industry experts. Recent data revealed that subsidence … Read more
How to protect your home while you’re working abroad
While you’re working abroad for an extended period, the last thing you want to be worrying about is whether your home is safe in your … Read more
The UK’s most expensive houses
We’ve probably all daydreamed about the kind of house we’d buy if we won the Lottery, but for a lucky few, owning a lavishly expensive … Read more