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Can I get an injunction against antisocial HMO neighbours? They've made my life hell for years...

Can I get an injunction against antisocial HMO neighbours?

I live by a flat which is being used as a House in Multiple Occupation. Different men and women live in the flat for anything from a few days, to weeks and months. The flat was previously registered as a former HMO with our local authority, but still seems to be used as one.

My roofer's done a runner without finishing the job: How can I get him to fix it, or get my money back?

The guttering hasn't been done, and he's left scaffolding up which is leaning against my disgruntled neighbour's property.

Rents reach record high as tenants now shell out 44% of their pay on a home as affordability remains 'very stretched'

Rental costs for tenants have reached new record highs, with tenants shelling out 44% of their pay on rent.

We love the Aga in the house we're buying: How can we make sure the seller doesn't take it?

How can we get the sellers of the house we're buying to let us keep their Aga?

We are considering putting an offer in on a house in the countryside after becoming fed up of city living. We've already sold our house and are renting. Our budget is healthy. In the house we are looking at, there are a number of items we'd like to be included in the sale. Can we ensure the sellers include the Aga in the kitchen, the garden water feature sculpture out the back and the bespoke freestanding marble bath in the master bedroom's ensuite?

An £850,000 bargain? Grand Grade II-listed house in same family since 1680 heads to auction

The grand property in Northamptonshire, is going up for auction with a guide price excluding fees of between £850,000 to £900,000.

My downstairs neighbour replaced their ceiling and the soundproofing's gone - what can I do?

All the flats in my block are leasehold and built in 1978. Noise from downstairs is now a nightmare after they replaced their ceiling. What can I do?

Is now the right time to buy my first buy-to-let - and is the north of England a good bet?

Is now a good time to buy my first buy-to-let in the north of England?

I'm in my early thirties and am in the early stages of considering buying my first buy-to-let property. I already own a small flat in the south of England which I live in. I've read that buying a property in the north of England could be a good investment and provide me with strong returns. Is now a good time to enter the buy-to-let market? What factors should I take into consideration? I've seen reports about changes coming in, but haven't delved into the details yet.

Do YOU live in a nuisance neighbour hotspot? Take a look at our map of shame - and try these troubleshooting tips

The UK is riddled with nuisance hotspots, where antisocial behaviour such as making excessive noise and fly-tipping are particularly prevalent.

EXCLUSIVEHome insurance premiums are falling: Here's what to do if yours seems too expensive

Average home insurance premiums fell by 13% year-on-year in September, data seen by the Daily Mail shows - but many are still overpaying.

Record number of millennials become landlords - despite struggling to get on the housing ladder themselves

Record number of millennials become landlords - despite struggling to get on the housing

Millennial landlords comprised a record 50% of new buy-to-let investors in England and Wales in the year to date, new data shows. Three-quarters of shareholders in new buy-to-let businesses this year were born between 1981 and 1996, up from 68% a decade ago according to the estate agent Hamptons.

EXCLUSIVEDo YOU know how to switch off your water, gas or electric in an emergency? Millions of Britons say they have NO IDEA

Around three million homeowners in Britain have no idea how to switch off the water system inside their home, data seen by the Daily Mail shows.

Aston Martin to develop luxury apartments in Florida... where residents can enjoy a spa, cinema and even a luxury car SIMULATOR

Residents will have a slew of amenities to hand, including jacuzzis, swimming pools, a movie theatre, gym, golf simulator and an Aston Martin car simulator.

Do I have to let my neighbours into my garden so they can finish their extension? I think it's ugly and object to it being built

Do I have to let my neighbours into my garden so they can finish their ugly extension?

My neighbours are building an extension to the rear of their property. The extension has been built 15cm from the boundary of my house with concrete blocks.The current extension is in no way similar to the finish of the existing home, which is rendered and painted white. The neighbours want to access my property to finish the extension, but I don't want to let them. Can I be forced to?

Budget property tax fears 'paralyses' £500k-plus house sales as buyers pull out and experts urge Rachel Reeves to settle the market

Labour's languishing over the Autumn Budget is hitting the upper echelons of the property market hard, new data shows.

I've been put at risk of redundancy - what happens if I can't pay my mortgage and will I lose my home?

I have a wife and two young children. We live in a three-bedroom semi-detached house and I don't want to have to sell up. We're really settled where we are.

A neighbour has redirected her climbing plants to grow on my extension's windows - what can I do?

A neighbour has redirected her climbing plants to grow on my extension's windows - what

I have built an extension right up to my boundary and been granted a certificate of lawful development from the local authority. This permits me to install two windows which face my neighbour's property. She has a 1.8 metre fence in situ and as soon as I started cutting out spaces for the window openings she re-directed her climbing plants, which are already all over my extension, to grow over the windows.

We have a bedbug infestation in our rental property and our landlord is reluctant to act - what are our rights?

We started renting a house a few months ago and are now dealing with bedbugs. What can we do?

I'm 76 and still working but may retire in two years: Should I buy a £1.3m doer-upper or rent for £6,000 a month?

My current home is under offer for £805,000. I have savings of over £700,000 of which £500,000 will be required to purchase and refurb the new property.

You CAN still buy a home in Britain for under £150,000: We reveal the towns where nearly half of properties fall below this price tag

You can still buy a home in Britain for under £150,000... here's where

Just 12 per cent of homes listed for sale across Britain are priced at £150,000 or less, data shows. With many buyers buckling under the pressure of high living and mortgage rates , tracking down an affordable home in a desirable location is increasingly challenging. Buyers seeking a bargain should head to Sunderland in the North East of England, where nearly half of properties for sale are priced at £150,000 or under, Zoopla said.

I live in a flying freehold property - can I convert a bricked-up window back to normal?

The outside of my window is on next door's property, but I want to change the bricked-up window in my bedroom to a standard one.

I'm a property expert: Here's why one fifth of our landlords have sold up - and why I'd avoid buying in university cities

Central London buying agent Jo Eccles says nearly a third of her clients are Americans who are attracted by the London lifestyle.

We spent £57,000 on a garden room and it was worth every penny - here's how to create your own

We spent £57,000 on a garden room - is it worth building one in your home?

Lisa Umakanthan and her husband Vimal spent £625,000 buying their detached new-build house in Barrow in Furness, Cumbria, in October 2023. After buying their new-build, Vimal, a doctor, and Lisa, a homemaker, quickly realised they wanted to create more space at home. The couple initially considered getting a standard extension at the side of their house, but were put off by the need for permission from the developer and requirement to submit a full planning application to their local council.

What does it really mean to buy a share of freehold flat - and is it better than leasehold?

I'm looking to buy my first home. If I buy a flat with a share of the freehold, what are the potential pros, cons and costs involved?

We have supersized rats under the decking of our new home - what should we do and should the sellers have told us?

We moved into a new home recently and on day two, I was standing with a cup of tea in the kitchen looking out to the garden and spotted a huge rat running across the grass.

The 12 questions you MUST ask a mortgage broker before committing to a new deal

The 12 questions you MUST ask a mortgage broker before committing to a new deal

Getting a mortgage is one of the biggest financial decisions you will make and comes with a lot of responsibility. For many buyers, appointing a mortgage broker can help navigate the mortgage market and secure a decent deal. There are 12 questions you should ask your prospective mortgage broker to determine if they are the right fit for you and have the most suitable mortgage deal available for your needs.

EXCLUSIVEI built a proper old-school pub in my garden - now it could be YOURS as I'm selling up

I built a proper old-school pub in my garden - now I'm selling up

Karl Lake, 60, grew up in pubs as a child. 'I had a working childhood. There was a pub, The Queen's Head in Tharston, to help run, and land and animals to look after around the clock', he told the Daily Mail. When he bought his home in Poringland near Norwich, the property underwent a seismic renovation - and getting a pub in the garden was near the top of the to-do list.

I've been inspired by sun-blocking window shutters on my holiday to France: Can I get them in Britain and are they cheaper than air con?

How much will they cost for my four-bed detached home, and are they worth the investment?

Is it a house or a maze? Quirky terrace with 20 ROOMS - one of which was used for smoking fish - is going under the hammer

The three-bedroom house has been in the same ownership for 50 years and is being sold at auction with vacant possession.

We fell in love with a house that's now sold subject to contract - can we still put in a higher offer and is gazumping a good idea?

Can we put in an offer on a house if it is sold subject to contract?

My wife and I are looking at houses to buy. We fell in love with one we viewed a couple of weeks ago, but didn't make an offer as we didn't know the area it was in very well. We now regret not doing so, but have spotted that the house is now sold subject to contract. What does this mean and can we still make an offer?

I dreamt of buying a €1 house in Italy - here's why I couldn't go through with it... and what property hunters need to know about the cheap homes scheme

I dreamt of buying a €1 house in Italy - here's why I couldn't go through with it

With the cost of buying a home verging on the absurd in many parts of Britain and beyond, it is no wonder some are looking for a cheaper alternative.

Wasps are making our lives a misery: How can we get our neighbour to tackle a nest while we try to sell our home?

We're trying to sell our house, but next door has a major wasp infestation at the front of their property, which is always visible during viewings.

One in three Britons has rowed with a neighbour: These are the top reasons why... and how to keep the peace

Neighbours are battling over everything from barking dogs, fence panels, rowdy children, trampolines and garden bars to wheelie bins and weeds.

Healthy homes! New Battersea flats offer IV drips to order, vitamin C showers... and mushroom tea on tap

Battersea flats offer IV drips to order, vitamin C showers... and mushroom tea on tap:

A block of flats going up in south London is hoping to hook in health-conscious home buyers by offering them a rooftop shrine to wellbeing and relaxation. The HiLight development is being built on the site of a former candle factory in Battersea, on the banks of the Thames. It will have, according to property developer Ghelamco, the capital's first residential rooftop to offer a 'dedicated suite of private amenities' aimed at helping residents feel zen or work on their 'toxin elimination.' work, residents at the block will be able to enjoy IV-drip infusions to order in their flat. Residents willing to go the extra step for the sake of their wellbeing will be able to zoom up to the rooftop for a vitamin C-infused shower, some 'functional mushroom drinks and vitamin gummies', an ice bath or some time in an infrared or salt therapy sauna pod. The block of flats will also have 'wellness pods' and a 'grounding area'.

Want to get away from it all? The off-grid woodland cabin with no traffic noise or neighbours that's on sale for £165,000

The cabin's owners, Tom and Glory, told This is Money that they will miss the peace and quiet of the cabin, which is in the ancient Whittle Dene woods.

Flat in iconic Poirot building in London up for sale for £190k - but it's not exactly spacious

Located on Charterhouse Square, the building is instantly recognisable as Whitehaven Mansions, the fictional home of Agatha Christie's famous detective Hercule Poirot.

A seven-bed Worcestershire country house where Churchill held wartime meeting with Charles de Gaulle up for sale for £3.75m

Seven-bed Worcestershire house where Churchill met Charles de Gaulle goes up for sale for

A seven-bedroom Georgian country house in Worcestershire where Winston Churchill reportedly met Charles de Gaulle has gone on the market for £3.75million. Grade II-listed Winterdyne House in Bewdley was built in 1760 by Sir Edward Winnington Bart, and is thought to have been designed by the Adams brothers, who were prominent architects and designers in the period.

Busy autumn ahead? House price affordability now at best level in a decade, Nationwide says - and mortgage rates could fall next week

The price of a typical home is roughly 5.75x average income, a ratio 'well below' the all-time high of 6.9 recorded in 2022.

The best commuter towns in Britain REVEALED - and not one is close to London

Commuter town gems are dotted around the country, with those close to smaller cities in the North of England making up most of the top ten.

One man reportedly lived in a cave here for 30 years...now you can buy this private Scottish island for £500,000

One man reportedly lived in a cave here for 30 years...now you can buy this private island

An uninhabited 90-acre private island off Scotland's west coast has come up for sale for offers over £500,000. For the same money in London , you would be lucky to get a two-bedroom flat. Insh Island was previously owned by the National Trust for Scotland. The island was left to the organisation in the will of David Brearley, who reportedly lived in a cave on the island for 30 years up until 2003.

Love Donatella Versace's style? Buy a slice of the icon's design by snapping up this £10.7m London flat

The duplex flat being sold by Chestertons spans 3,664 sq ft and has two reception rooms and five bathrooms.

This burned out Lancashire house had a record 108 bids at auction.... here's how much it finally sold for

The four-bed home in Cockerham proved a huge hit with auction bidders who saw an opportunity to restore it to its former glory.

The house I've moved into is infested with rats - can I make the seller pay to fix it?

The house I bought is infested with rats - can I take action against the seller?

I moved house a few months ago and recently heard a noise in the loft. Upon inspection, I noticed some rat droppings in the loft. I asked my neighbours if they'd heard or seen anything to do with this, which they hadn't. Can I claim redress against the previous owner for the costs incurred in curing this problem, or is it a case of buyer beware? If I can claim, what would the procedure be?

We moved to the city and can't bear the noise from the road and neighbours: What's the best way to soundproof our home?

We relocated for work and are struggling with the noise. How much could soundproofing cost and is planning permission needed?

First-time buyer demand in cities soars at expense of coastal towns - with one trendy Scottish city seeing a HUGE spike

The boom in cities contrasted with seaside towns, where first-time buyer numbers flatlined thanks to soaring prices and poor connections.

EXCLUSIVEI've spent 13 years renovating my grade II listed thatched cottage in Hampshire - here's why I'm selling up

I spent 13 years renovating my grade II listed cottage in Hampshire - here's why I'm

Thirteen years ago Claire O'Donnell purchased Rose Cottage in Tunworth, a hamlet in Hampshire. She fell in love with the cottage's charm and character and the fact it is nestled in a quiet location but still close to amenities. The 68-year-old, who worked as an airline stewardess with British Airways before retraining as an interior designer after having children, has viewed the cottage as a labour of love over the years. Claire talked to This is Money about renovating the property and why she's selling up.

EXCLUSIVEWe're TV property experts: From no downstairs toilet to dog smell, here's what's REALLY putting buyers off your home

Scarlette and Stuart Douglas talk to This is Money about the most common problems in homes sellers are struggling to shift.

I'm a first-time buyer - what is conveyancing, how do I choose a solicitor and how much does it cost?

I've heard the legal process of buying a home can be long and costly. How can I make sure it goes smoothly?

EXCLUSIVEWe built a bar in our garden - it saves us £6,000 a year on nights out AND we have more fun

We built a bar in our garden - it saves us £6,000 a year on nights out

Claire Appleton and her husband, Matthew, have turned their garden into a party venue on a budget. Before bringing their social lives in-house, the family would spend hundreds of pounds a month on going out and partying, with a calendar jam-packed with pricey dinners, drinks trips and jaunts to Leeds. But then, Claire built, painted and decorated her very own garden bar for £370 after sourcing materials on Amazon.

My new neighbours complained about my dog's barking: Could they report me - and how can I prevent it?

A few weeks ago, the couple next door knocked on my door and explained that they kept hearing my dog barking at about 10pm at night.

We loathe our neighbours - can we put a fence down the middle of our shared driveway?

We live in a house with a shared driveway and have had a history of problems with our neighbours, particularly when it comes to the shared driveway.

My mum wants to buy a retirement flat: I'm worried she'll be stung by service charges and it'll be impossible to resell

My mum wants to buy a retirement flat: Is it a bad idea?

My dad died a year ago and my mum is looking to downsize. Her health isn't as good as it used to be and she's finding the house increasingly difficult to manage. My mum has started looking online for properties and keeps spotting retirement flats she likes the look of. My brother has read horror stories about sky-high fees and isn't keen at all. What should my mum look out for when she starts viewing retirement flats, and what are the potential pitfalls?

How much would a messy neighbour wipe off YOUR home's value? In one area they can set sellers back £89,000

Research reveals the locations where buyers will knock the most off their offer price due to an unsightly property nearby.

The house Aston Martin built: British car firm unveils luxury Tokyo mansion - and of course it has a ridiculous garage

The four-storey residence is in the city's highly desirable Omotesandō district, meaning you'll need a sizable collection of zeros in your bank account to afford it.

Four experts reveal how to ensure your home's interior is timeless and NEVER goes out of fashion

Four experts reveal how to ensure your home's interior NEVER goes out of fashion

When decorating a home, the goal for many is to come up with a scheme which will have long-lasting appeal. Not many people can afford to be making constant major changes to their home's interior, so it is important to create a space you won't quickly get tired of. Four interiors experts told This is Money how to make a home's interior timeless and enduring.

Million-pound home listings more than double since 2019... but are they really selling for that much?

Over 5% of homes now come with a seven-figure price tag. We look at five that can be snapped up right now across the country.

National park life! Unloved house nestled by Eryri in Wales is going to auction: Could it be YOUR perfect project?

Craig y Nos has been owned by the same family for generations, but has fallen into disrepair and needs a full renovation.

Relaxed mortgage rules will boost first-time buyers but send house prices up even more, says report

Relaxed mortgage rules will boost first-time buyers but send house prices up, says report

Easing stringent mortgage stress testing rules could cause house prices and first-time buyer numbers to rise, according to research. More relaxed mortgage stress tests could see the number of first-time buyers purchasing a home rise by up to 24 per cent, or more than 80,000, over the next five years, Savills claims. However, easing mortgage stress tests could also cause property prices to rise by between 5 per cent to 7.5 per cent in five years, Savills added.

Nine red flags you must spot BEFORE buying a home - including dodgy mobile signal and rowdy neighbours

Two experts outline nine key red flags to watch out for before taking the plunge and buying a home.

My neighbour smokes and the fumes come into to our flat: My sister has asthma, so is this illegal and can we stop him?

He wants me to help pay for a leaking pipe - but he won't do anything about the smell of his cigarette smoke.

Heavenly home: Converted Victorian chapel in Hampshire could be yours - but you'll need £1.4m

Victorian chapel home in Hampshire could be yours for £1.4m

A three-bedroom former Victorian chapel in Bramdean, Hampshire, has gone on the market for £1,395,000. Set in the heart of the South Downs National Park, Woodlands Chapel dates back to 1889 and has stained glass windows, domed wooden ceilings, brick and flint elevations and a bell tower. The site was a rural chapel under the Portsmouth Diocese until 1982 and has been lovingly restored by its current owners.

Average house prices FELL in May as affordability 'still a challenge' says Halifax

Average property prices are now £296,648, compared to £297,798 the previous month, Halifax said.

Will we see 'noisy heat pump' rows as Ed Miliband lets homeowners put them right next to neighbours?

Before the announced change, homeowners needed planning permission if they wanted to install a heat pump within one metre of their neighbour's property.

My wife insists on showing potential buyers around our house - should we just let the estate agent do it and could she be putting them off?

We've lived in our house for decades but now need to downsize. My wife likes to show buyers around the house, but we've had zero offers.

So long, Sandbanks! The little-known seaside locations where you can STILL grab a property bargain

With the average price of a property on or near the coast just £295,001, buyers seeking a home by the beach need not give up hope.

We want a new kitchen and bathroom, but tradespeople don't return our calls or give us quotes - why?

We want a new kitchen but tradesmen don't return our calls or give us quotes - why?

We moved into a two-bedroom terraced house six months ago. The house needs quite a lot of work doing to it. The kitchen and bathroom need replacing, and we're keen to get new doors installed. The small garden also needs clearing as it's very overgrown. We're finding it really difficult to get tradespeople to come and do any work on the house. Some trades we've been in touch with haven't returned our calls. Others have come to do a quote but then go silent. How can we get someone to come and work for us?

Trump effect? Number of US buyers looking for a home in Britain reaches eight-year high with Edinburgh now the most sought-after spot

The number of enquiries from the US about homes for sale in Britain since the start of the year is 19% higher than the beginning of last year, Rightmove said.

Slim pickings! Three-storey London property is up for auction at £140,000... but it's only 6ft WIDE

The property has been used as a ceramics workshop and could, subject to planning permission, be redeveloped into a new business or home.

How much extra would YOU pay for a house with a garage? Home buyers in one area pay a £129,000 premium

How much extra would YOU pay for a house with a garage? Home buyers in one area pay a

Demand for properties with garages in one London borough is the highest out of anywhere in Britain, Zoopla has said. Average asking prices for homes with garages in the east London district are around £500,000. This is £129,000 more than the average asking price of a typical home in the borough, standing at £371,000.

EXCLUSIVEThe 10 red flags buyers MUST look out for when viewing a home to avoid making a costly mistake

New research from e.surv shows the 10 problems most prospective buyers forget to check when viewing a property.

Help the hedgehogs! How to stem the decline of the spiky species by making a home for them in your garden

Creating 'hedgehog highways,' avoiding slug pellets and leaving out water - not milk - can all help the creatures thrive.

The seven renovation mistakes which could REDUCE your home's value when it's time to sell

Seven renovation mistakes which could REDUCE your home's value

Homeowners make all sorts of changes, renovations and additions to their homes, but not all will add value to a property. From statement tiles to converting the garage, these alterations could put future buyers off.

Bank of England founder's 10-bed mansion near Rutland Water is on the market for £2.5m

Bank of England founder's 10-bed mansion on the market for £2.5m

The former house of a Bank of England co-founder is on the market for £2,500,000. The Old Hall was built for Sir Gilbert Heathcote, who developed the property for members of his family to reside in until the late 1880s. Later on, Caroline Beresford, the Duchess of Montrose, an eccentric aristocrat, socialite and racehorse breeder, lived in the property.

EXCLUSIVEWhich London borough has the biggest - and best-value - gardens? Here's how much green space £100,000 gets you across the capital

The average Londoner gets 23.6 sq m of garden space per £100,000 they spend on a house - but some areas offer much better value.

Kris Jenner's $13.5m California mansion with a frozen yoghurt machine and eight bathrooms is listed for sale

The property featured heavily in former episodes of Keeping Up With The Kardashians.

Seagulls are dive-bombing us in the garden - how can we get them to go away?

Seagulls are dive-bombing us in the garden, how do we get rid of them?

A pair of seagulls had some chicks and the entire family has made themselves at home in our garden. I get dive-bombed every time I try to go in the garden. Even when we have days of lovely sunshine, I can't let my son play outside as the seagulls won't stop flying near his head. How can we get the seagulls to move on without causing them harm?

The 10 urban places in Britain where you'll get the most garden for your money - but Portsmouth comes with a green premium...

Data has revealed the cities and towns where you can get a bigger garden for your money, with Aberdeen named top.

Central London property prices have crashed and 'nobody wants to talk about it' warns buying agent

Home sellers in central London are facing a reality check that few of them want to accept - their properties may well be worth less than what they paid for them.

A good time to get a new bathroom or kitchen? Cost of major home building projects drops by up to 28%

Cost of major home building projects drops by up to 28%

Enquiries about 'big ticket' home improvements increased in the last quarter, according to new data from Checkatrade. While the quarter-on-quarter figures were strong, the year-on-year picture was, however, more mixed, the platform said. The number of households enquiring about getting a new bathroom fitted via trades on Checkatrade in the first quarter of 2025 increased by 17 per cent compared to the previous quarter.

EXCLUSIVEDemand for student digs and plush offices helping buoy commercial property 'revival'

Having grappled with inflationary pressures and a 'punitive tax regime', commercial real estate is 'turning a corner', findings from Together seen by This is Money suggest.

Central London property prices have crashed and 'nobody wants to talk about it' warns buying agent

Home sellers in central London are facing a reality check that few of them want to accept - their properties may well be worth less than what they paid for them.

Insurance payouts for storms, flooding and bad weather hit record high this winter - how to protect YOUR home

Insurance payouts for storms, floods and bad weather hit record high: How to protect YOUR

Insurance claims and payouts for weather-related damage to properties and possessions rose sharply in the first quarter of this year, new data shows. Claims levels for damage caused by the weather topped £200million for the first time ever in the quarter, according to the Association of British Insurers. The ABI wants the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government, led by Angela Rayner, to spend £1billion a year on flood defences and ensure new homes are built in 'flood-free' areas and are 'climate-resilient.'

I lost two of my TOES while mowing the lawn: Expert tips on how to avoid accidents around your home this summer

Sales manager Brian Whitnall had a serious accident involving a lawn mower in September 2024.

20 shares I lost two of my toes while mowing the lawn

My Help to Buy neighbour is illegally renting out his two-bed flat to FIVE people - how can I put a stop to it?

Homes that were bought with the help of the Government scheme can't can't then be rented to tenants - but no-one I have told seems to be bothered.

Our home's worth £1.2m - how can we sell it without the neighbours knowing?

Can we sell our £1.2million house without the neighbours knowing?

Our detached house was valued by an estate agent for £1.2million a couple of years ago. We're now looking to sell up and move somewhere smaller by the coast. We're keen to avoid having all and sundry know the house is up for sale and don't want a 'for sale' sign plonked outside the house. We are also very keen to avoid time wasters. What are our options?

Winston Churchill's first bachelor pad up for sale - step inside the two-bed Mayfair flat listed for £3.75m

105 Mount Street became Churchill's pied-à-terre in August 1900, when at the age of 25, leased the property from his cousin.

'Special opportunity to buy a piece of history': Cold War bunker on the edge of Sandringham could be yours for just £20,000

The Dersingham Royal Observer Corps post was once part of a large network of observation posts up and down the country.

EXCLUSIVEInside the 'greenest' new builds in Britain: These homes in Kent start at £1.25m and are the brainchild of eco-developer brothers

Too many new homes being built are 'unsustainable' before they've ever been lived in, two brothers and co-founders developing homes across Britain told This is Money. Damien and Michael Wynne, brothers and co-founders of Q New Homes, claim that while some developers claim to be eco-conscious, many still use materials like concrete and steel. The duo claim steel and concrete 'are some of the world's biggest carbon culprits.'

I've found a flat I want to buy, but it has a £3,000 annual service charge: Should I steer clear?

The building seems low-maintenance, so I am not sure why the charge is so high. Is it a red flag?

Labour wants more timber frame houses: What's good and bad about them... and how much do they cost to build?

Wood-framed homes are greener - but how much do they cost, and can you get a mortgage?

Ready to go wild? Take a look inside this South African game reserve with 28 bedroom suites which could be yours for £9.7m

Magic Hills is a privately owned game reserve stretching around 40,000 acres, with the furthest ends of the property reaching into both the western and northern Cape. The expansive reserve has a number of on-site accommodation options for guests, including 28 bedroom suites across five luxurious lodges.

We bought an old, draughty house: What's the best way to insulate it and how much will it cost?

We will soon be moving into a three-bedroom semi-detached house built in the late 1930s. What are the options for reducing our energy bills?

EXCLUSIVEPeriod homes now cost 123% more a year to insure than contemporary properties as they're deemed more at risk

The average home insurance premium for a period property is £547 per year, compared to £302 a year for homes built after the year 2000, Compare the Market said.

Abandoned water tower in Cambridgeshire going up for auction for £275,000

A disused water tower in Cambridgeshire is going up for auction on 30 May with a guide price of £275,000 before fees. The property comprises a large 1950s former water tower together with surrounding land. Perched on a generous plot near the shores of Grafham Water, Perry Water Tower is a landmark and now stands as a blank canvas for residential or potentially even holiday let use.

Asking prices hit new record high in April despite stamp duty hike, Rightmove says

Scotland, Wales, the Midlands and many northern regions saw average property asking prices rise this month, Rightmove said.

Want to get your child in to a top 20 primary school? How much it costs to buy a home in the best catchment areas revealed

Moving home to gain entry to a sought-after primary school can be a competitive business - not to mention expensive.

Audrey Hepburn's former home of 30 years known as 'The Peaceful' is up for sale... have a look inside

Audrey Hepburn's former home of 30 years is up for sale...have a look inside

The former home of Audrey Hepburn in Switzerland is up for sale with a guide price of around £17,500,000 or CHF 19,000,000. Hepburn lived in the 12-bedroom eighteenth century Swiss home, La Paisible, which translates as The Peaceful, for 30 years. It is nestled in the picturesque village of Tolochenaz, near Lausanne, and offers a glimpse into the private world of one of Hollywood's most famous icons.

La dolce vita! This 1,000 year-old Italian castle with 29 bedrooms could be yours... for £12.9m

Rezzanello Castle, located near Milan, spans 6,000 square metres and has 30 bathrooms, a wine cellar and a helipad.

How to make a small garden look bigger: These 15 clever tricks will help you make the most of a boxy outdoor space

Two home and garden experts explain how to put a pocket-sized plot to good use.

Seven-bed Yorkshire castle with a steam room and wine cellar is on sale for £7m... and it has a royal connection

Seven-bed Yorkshire castle with a steam room and wine cellar on sale for £7m

A seven-bedroom Grade II-listed castle in North Yorkshire has been put on the market for £7million. The 700 year-old property, called Kirby Knowles Castle, spans 14,208 sq ft and is set in 65 acres of land overlooking rural Yorkshire. Mary Queen of Scots was a frequent visitor to Kirby Knowles Castle at the time when Sir Thomas Rokeby, a knight and one of the justices of the King's Bench, owned the property. It later fell into disrepair after being empty since the 1950s.

My neighbour sells used cars in our cul-de-sac. Is this allowed and how can I get him to stop?

My neighbour can have up to seven cars parked in front of his house and on the pavements, which he sells to private buyers. What can I do?

My neighbour's builders keep burning rubbish in the garden and I can't open my windows: What should I do?

Some of it is wood and garden rubbish, but I've also seen them set fire to a mattress and other household junk.

The TINY London flats that still won't attract stamp duty after 1 April... as they're on sale for less than £125,000

The TINY London flats that still won't attract stamp duty after 1 April

There are only a handful of properties for sale in London that will be exempt from stamp duty from next week, research has found.

My neighbour in the flat upstairs ripped out all the carpets - can I take him to court to stop the noise?

My neighbour bought the bulk of the property in August 2024 and he immediately ripped out the carpets on the ground floor. The noise is terrible.

My neighbour's tree has destroyed my fence panel - can I get them to pay for repairs?

The tree's roots have warped the fence post and caused one panel to fall out. The fence belongs to me - so can I ask my neighbour to contribute?

The only way is up! Grade II-listed TOWER in Northamptonshire countryside is up for auction for £225,000

Historic Grade II-listed TOWER in Northampton up for auction for £225k

A Grade II-listed tower in Boughton, Northampton, is going up for auction with a guide price of £225,000 to £250,000. The converted eighteenth century Hawking Tower was built as a folly by the Second Earl of Strafford and Wentworth. Its construction was mentioned in a letter to Whig politician and author, Horace Walpole, in 1756.

Do I need planning permission for driveway bollards, how much do they cost to install and can they add value to my home?

I have a driveway with a partial wall and we have a garage, but the cars won't fit. I'm thinking about putting bollards up so I can secure my two vehicles at night.

How much would YOU pay for a driveway? Survey reveals the premium home buyers say they would hand over for a parking space

According to the findings, having a driveway can boost the value of a property by up to 10%.

Rachel Reeves reveals Labour's plan to train 60,000 new construction workers - but is it enough to build 1.5million homes?

Reeves reveals Labour plan to train 60,000 construction workers: Is it enough to build

Labour has said it will train 60,000 new construction workers, as part of its mission to build 1.5million homes by the end of the current parliament in 2029. In the Spring Statement , Rachel Reeves confirmed plans for a £625million package aimed at ramping up the number of people across Britain who can build homes, and getting younger people into work. But one trades expert says 225,000 extra workers are needed, and Labour's plan to train 60,000 'barely makes a dent.'

Sit back! These high tech sofas come kitted out with surround sound speakers, heated seats, phone chargers and even a WINE FRIDGE

People spending more time at home want to make their spaces as comfortable and functional as possible, according to DFS.

Price of buying an average detached house jumps £100,000 in just five years - but how does that compare to flats, semis and terraces?

Larger homes are driving house price growth across Britain, new data from Halifax has revealed.

Britons flock to Greece for the good life: Seven sun-soaked homes YOU could buy, from a flat overlooking the Acropolis to a stunning mansion

Best homes for sale in Greece: As Britons flock there, here are seven sun-soaked

As well as a cheaper cost of living and low taxes, Greece offers a golden visa for those investing in property in the country. It is no surprise Britons are flocking to Greece to retire or enjoy a better work life balance. This is Money reveals seven properties up for sale across Greece to suit a number of different budgets.

I want to turn my home into a house for homeless people after I die - how can I draft my will to make sure it happens?

I would like to ensure that my home was not sold and remained solely used as a home for the homeless. How can I do this?

Badgers have made a sett under my son's garage: What can we do... is it illegal to try and remove them?

Badgers have made their sett under my son's garage, digging out several tonnes of soil into his neighbour's garden. What should we do next?

The garden can sell your home and add 10% in value - here's five tips to get it in shape before listing

The garden can sell your home - here's five tips to get it in shape before listing

Keeping a property's exterior and garden clean and tidy can help boost a home's value by more than £26,000, or 10%, findings claim. We outline why keeping your garden in order is important from the perspective of a property's value. We also speak to a gardening expert about his five top tips to help get your garden in shape now.

How affordable is your town or city? Best and worst locations for home buyers revealed in our interactive map

UK Debt Expert looked at the affordability of 90 towns and cities, factoring in house prices and average incomes.

Former windmill in Lincolnshire could be yours for £155,000 - but there are plenty of catches meaning it won't be plain sailing

Planning permission for change of use to a dwelling has been applied for, with the decision pending, Grice & Hunter, the seller's estate agency, said.

Nowhere near net zero homes! Energy performance ratings in England are dire... here's where they are worst

Nowhere near net zero homes! Energy performance ratings in England are dire... here's

More than half of properties in England fall below the C energy performance certificate rating which landlords will be required to meet by 2030, findings suggest. Of all the homes in the UK, including those owned by landlords and owner occupiers, 74,770 homes scored top marks with an A EPC rating according to an analysis by door and window supplier Eurocell.

Want to win a French chateau? Apply to be on Channel 4's new show which is giving away a renovation project

Chateau DIY: Win the Dream will see aspiring chateau owners compete in challenges to prove they have what it takes to win a French chateau.

Can you breathe new life into this property? Former mortuary goes up for auction and could be yours for £60,000...

Offering scope to for an imaginative developer, The Old Mortuary would have serviced locals during the Second World War.

I want to buy a house near Heathrow's runway expansion area, can I haggle more money off?

I want to buy a house near Heathrow's expansion, can I haggle more money off?

Having recently started a new job in the area, I am considering buying a house close to Heathrow Airport. However, it would be heavily affected by the third runway expansion plans. It's a three-bedroom bedroom semi-detached house listed for £510,000 and it went on the market before the plans were announced by Rachel Reeves . It doesn't seem to be that cheap, can I negotiate more money off - what is the best way to do this?

Happy families! Top 10 property hotspots for families with young children revealed - is YOURS on the list?

A new data series by estate agency Jackson-Stops gives buyers a helping hand in selecting family-friendly locations to live in England.

My wife wants open-plan living in our newly purchased 1980s home - can we knock the walls down?

My wife wants to create an open-plan living, kitchen and dining space. How do we know if we can knock a wall down or not?

Undertakers turned into the ULTIMATE bachelor pad being sold by The Traitors star - and could be yours for £5m

Undertakers turned three-bed home being sold by The Traitors star - and could be yours for

Nathan Khider was a contestant on the latest series of the BBC 's hit television show The Traitors . The 39-year-old, a Faithful, was banished in the second episode. Now, however, Nathan's busying nurturing his property business, Nathan K Real Estate. The businessman is on the lookout for a buyer for a former funeral undertakers turned bachelor pad in London .

Need some space? Wye Valley Georgian manor house with 29 BEDROOMS could be yours for £2.75m

Pengethley Manor, a former hotel, has 29 bathrooms and five grand reception rooms, and is currently being used as a private home.

What is feng shui - and how can I use it to make my tiny flat feel like more of a home?

I'm interested in the concept of feng shui, but don't really know how it works or what it entails. Could it help my small home feel well put-together?

Inspired by Amanda and Alan? Five doer-uppers for sale in Spain - and what to know before taking on an overseas property project

Inspired by Amanda and Alan's Spanish Job? Five doer-uppers for sale in Spain

If you've been watching BBC One's Amanda and Alan's Spanish Job while languishing in the gloom of the British winter, you may be feeling inspired to take on a sunny property project of your own. The good news is that there are swathes of properties waiting to be loved and renovated across Spain and elsewhere. Last month, Spain's prime minister Pedro Sanchez declared that he wanted to ban non-EU citizens from buying homes in Spain in a bid to help quash the country's housing crisis. However, the plans remain firmly in the proposal stage and it remains unclear whether or not they will be implemented in the future.

Five homes for sale you'll love this Valentine's Day - which one would you pick?

Whether it's a cosy cottage you are after or a plush apartment with a seductive communal cinema room, there's something for everyone in the property market this Valentine's Day.

Beach bolt hole: Two-bed chalet on unspoiled stretch of Devon coast could be yours... but you'll need a spare £295,000

The chalet is just one of five located on Branscombe's east beach, nestled in the Jurassic Coast which is a Unesco World Heritage Site.

We bought our first flat in country's 'most miserable town' Slough and LOVE it - here's why

We bought our first flat in country's 'most miserable town' Slough and LOVE it - here's

Julius Pablo, 27, and his partner Raquel Robes, 31, are overjoyed at their recent property purchase. The couple have put down roots in a newly-built two-bedroom flat in Slough, having paid £425,000 for the property. In December, research by Rightmove found Slough was ranked as the most miserable place to live in Britain.

Our neighbours feed foxes and now they're taking over our street: How can we get rid of them?

Every evening, a number of foxes now show up on our road waiting for food. The cat's scared to go out, bin liners are being ripped open and the noise is terrible.

Literary lovers unite: Derelict West Yorkshire home of the Brontë sisters' father goes up for auction for £380k

While Thornbush Farm in West Yorkshire is now derelict, it's history is far from dull, and the entire 8.5 acre site is going up for auction on 5 February.

Nationwide's new mortgage income hike offers first-time buyers a bit less of a helping hand...

Nationwide's new mortgage rule gives first-time buyers less of a helping hand

Nationwide has dealt first-time buyers on modest incomes a blow by upping the minimum income threshold on its sole applicant Helping Hand mortgage from £35,000 to £40,000. The minimum income for joint applicants has stayed the same, at £55,000, a spokesman for Nationwide said. The lender's Helping Hand mortgage is designed to give eligible first-time buyers the opportunity to borrow up to six times their annual income.

A neighbour's cat keeps using my garden as its VIP bathroom - how can I stop it happening?

Every day I come across several cat poos on my lawn, driveway and in my flower beds. There are too many to clear up. What can I do to resolve the problem humanely?

Stoke-on-Trent and Slough see biggest spike in property prices this year adding up to 17.2% of value in just 12 months

From 2023 to 2024, the average cost of a home in Stoke-on-Trent jumped by over £33,000, or 17.2 per cent, from £193,662 to £227,002, Halifax said.

I'm embroiled in a boundary spat with my neighbour - can I get a chainsaw and chop off part of his shed?

I have a boundary dispute with my neighbour: Can I get a chainsaw and chop off part of his

Seven years ago, I bought a property with a neighbour's shed encroaching on my land at the back of the garden. Though the estate agent made me aware of this at the time, it wasn't an issue for me as I didn't need a mortgage. However, I now wish to move house and the encroachment is proving to be to be a problem. What can I do?

Ring it up! Surrey home with FIFTEEN bedrooms and a wedding venue could be yours for £6m

Grade II-listed Greyfriars House, which spans 14,000 square feet and has nine bedrooms, was designed in 1896 by architect Charles Voysey.

The Gavin and Stacey effect: House prices in Barry and Billericay are streets ahead since it first aired but which spot has seen the biggest gains?

Aside from the characters and the plot, the television show has thrust Barry and Billericay firmly into the spotlight. We look at what's on offer at both locations.

My new neighbour's noisy leaf blower is driving me mad - what can I do?

My new neighbour's leaf blower is driving me mad - what can I do?

A new family recently moved next door to us and appear to be very keen on leaf blowers. Every or every other day, the man of the household puts on his safety goggles and ear defenders and fires up the leaf blower. The leaf blowing seems to last for hours and can start before 8am in the morning. He even sometimes gives it a go when it's dark outside in the late afternoon.

Slough a 'great place to live' argues estate agent after it was named most miserable spot - here's four homes for sale

David Arfield, branch Manager at Cameron King Estate Agents in Cippenham, Slough, explained to This is Money why he disagrees with the findings about Slough.

Our house is on the market but not selling - are the neighbours' gaudy Christmas lights putting buyers off?

We want to sell our house quickly, but I'm worried our lively neighbours' Christmas lights are putting buyers off. How can we get our place sold?

EXCLUSIVEHow rich are YOUR neighbours? Disposable income levels in cities across Britain revealed - and London isn't top

How rich are YOUR neighbours? Disposable income levels in cities across Britain revealed

New data points to a more nuanced picture of the North-South divide emerging when it comes to value for money and levels of disposable income. Residents in Brighton have the highest amount of disposable income of people in any city in Britain, data seen by This is Money reveals. Brighton dwellers have, on average, disposable cash totalling £1,315 a month, pipping London residents, with £1,013 in spare cash, to the post, MoneySuperMarket said.

Is the quartz worktop in my new home a hazard? I want to get it removed but reports that they cause lung disease in workmen have me worried

The kitchen worktops are quartz - essentially fake marble. Given recent health concerns, would it be difficult to find a tradesperson willing to remove it?

Could your old Christmas lights be a fire hazard? A lighting expert's six checks to make sure you sparkle safely this festive season

Christmas lights are often used year after year, so they can get damaged and worn out - with older non-LED models a particular risk.

What was it like buying your first home in 1974 vs 2024: How much harder is it for a couple to get on the property ladder now?

What was it like buying your first home in 1974 vs 2024: How much harder is it to get on

An analysis of house prices, salaries and deposits every year since 1974 reveals how tough it can be for couples to buy their first home. House prices have surged by 2,534% in 50 years, while salary growth has failed to keep up, data shows. In 1974, the average cost of a home was £10,027. Fast-forward to 2024 and the figure is £254,985 higher, at £265,012, Mojo Mortgages said.

Most viewed homes on Rightmove this year revealed... including a football manager's multi-million pound modern mansion

Asking prices for the most viewed homes online via Rightmove range from £750,000 for an eight-bedroom house in Accrington to £45m for a nine-bedroom property in London.

A boy racer in our cul-de-sac is driving us crazy with a noisy car and reckless driving - what can I do to stop him?

He whizzes past the house, wakes us up at all hours and recently, almost mowed down me and my young children when we were leaving our front door.

That could make a grand home! London's last piano factory is up for auction and the huge site is expected to fetch £6.25m

London's last piano factory is up for auction and the huge site is expected to fetch

Prospective buyers on the hunt for something a bit different can snap up a piano factory or old boarding school house. On Wednesday 11 December, London's last piano factory is going up for auction via Savills. The entire site is vast, spanning over 25,000 sq. ft. Alternatively, also going up for auction is a grand Grade II-listed former boarding school currently used as a four-bedroom family home.

I bought a home next to a tyre garage... and discovered it's a living hell: Can I get the Council to help stop the noise, rubbish and parking nightmare?

Life has been extremely difficult to the point where I am considering leaving and renting the property out. I cannot sell as I am in a fixed-term mortgage.

EXCLUSIVERevealed: Surge in shops and offices being converted to homes as landlords tap in to sky-high demand

Applications made to councils to change the use of a property from commercial to residential have soared in recent years, data shows.

Spy your next home? Westminster penthouse with MI6 history is up for grabs for just shy of £4m

Westminster penthouse with MI6 history up for grabs for just shy of £4m

A two-bedroom 2,759 sq ft triplex penthouse located in the heart of Westminster, London, has gone on sale for £3,950,000. The unique flat is located at Whitehall Court, the former home of MI6 spymaster Sir Mansfield Cumming and screenwriter Brian Clemens.

The top property features home buyers are looking for - from WFH space in Brighton to gas hobs in Glasgow

New data reveals the things that prospective buyers want to see on a house viewing - and how much extra they are willing to pay for them.

EXCLUSIVECost of moving house DOUBLES in a decade: Here's how much buyers pay in YOUR area for fees, stamp duty and removals

The cost of moving home has more than doubled since 2014, data seen by This is Money shows - and stamp duty rises next year will see it soar even further.

Can YOU trust the trades? Roofers branded least trustworthy tradespeople as cost of building work surges, Checkatrade says

Roofers branded least trustworthy tradespeople as cost of building work surges

The cost of getting building work done by tradespeople is surging and has risen to over £12,000, new data from Checkatrade reveals. While prices are on the up, the quality of tradespeople, however, remains mixed, with roofers being dubbed the least trustworthy, according to the platform. Checkatrade said roofers had the worst-rated review scores on its platform. It claimed roofers were more likely to be 'declined' from the Checkatrade platform than any other tradesperson

Dream of green? You'll need deep pockets: Here's the premium buyers pay for a home in a national park

Figures from Nationwide reveal which of Britain's national parks is priciest, and how much more it costs to snap up a home.

What are my legal rights if I buy a home and the council tax band rises?

If a property is marketed by an estate agent as being in band C, for example, what are my legal rights if this shifts to a higher band once we move in?

EXCLUSIVEMillionaire filmmaker Charlotte Fantelli's New Forest home is up for sale for £1.7MILLION - have a peek inside

Millionaire filmmaker and entrepreneur Charlotte Fantelli, 40, is selling her sprawling home spanning four acres in the New Forest, and it could all be yours for £1,725,000. With a penchant for motorsport, Charlotte has directed, written and produced, among other hits, the 2023 documentary De Portago , fronted by Will Buxton, and the Le Mans documentary, Journey to Le Mans , narrated by Sir Patrick Stewart. Fantelli's latest series, Car and Country Quest , recently premiered at the iconic Enzo Ferrari Museum in Modena, Italy. She said the thing she'll miss most about the property is the double waterfall-style shower, used with the doors open.

The ultimate doer-upper? Three farm plots going up for auction this month could make fantastic family homes

This is Money is throwing the spotlight on three rural plots going up for auction via Savills on 19 November. All have bags of potential, but will require a serious commitment.

Seven-floor townhouse moments from Trafalgar Square on sale for £10m - but it only has ONE bedroom

Located on Craven Street, the Grade II-listed house spans seven floors and offers prospective buyers period features as well as contemporary finishings.

Garage conversions on the rise with homeowners turning them into business hubs... and even bars - but do they add value to a home?

Garage conversions tips: More homeowners are opting to do it - is it wise?

Garage conversions are growing in popularity as homeowners opt to improve rather than move, according to research from MyBuilder.com. Britons are letting their creative juices flow and creating cinema rooms, offices, annexes, playrooms, craft rooms and even bars in their garages. Susi Prudence, a 39-year-old copywriter from Maidstone, converted half of her double garage in her new-build house into a bar.

Our shared driveway is damaged but my neighbour won't help with repair costs - can I force him to pay up?

My property shares a driveway with a neighbour. The driveway is now badly in need of repair, but my neighbour won't pay up. Is there some way of legally enforcing him to pay for the repair costs?

Fat-busting 'Slim Reaper' Galia Grainger selling her colossal 11-bed Devon mansion for less than £1m - take a look inside

Galia Grainger, the star of Channel 4 's Celebrity Fat Fighters TV show in 2017, is selling Merlin Court, her Devon fat-busting retreat for £895,000.

I want to buy a Grade II-listed cottage - how restricted will my renovations be and what other pitfalls do I need to dodge?

I want to buy a Grade II-listed cottage - how restricted will my renovations be?

I 'm a first-time buyer and have fallen in love with a three-bedroom cottage dating back to the eighteenth century. It beats the grisly flats I've been looking at in more expensive areas hands down, but is in less commutable spot than I'd hoped. The cottage is Grade II-listed, which does concern me a little, particularly as I'm not a property guru. What should I be aware of before buying?

Burglars are in my area: How can I turn my home into Fort Knox... or at least one that criminals won't want to try?

I'd like to know how I can boost security in my home and on my driveway. What options are available and how much can these systems or products cost?

EXCLUSIVEMost estate agents have been asked to sell homes with 'illegal' extensions: What to do if YOU bought without the right planning permission

The removal of loadbearing walls and installation of new windows overlooking neighbours were the most common works undertaken without permissions in place.

EXCLUSIVEPriceless antiques... and bits from Temu: We take a tour with the reality star billionaire renovating a £5.5m Medieval Kent castle

We take a tour with the reality star billionaire who bought Lympne Castle in Kent

Picture a typical day at a Medieval English castle. It will probably involve a tea room. Some slightly bored schoolchildren wandering around the grounds. Perhaps a historical re-enactment.That sedate image couldn't be further from the £25million plans hatched by Real Housewives of Toronto star, Ann Kaplan Mullholland, who bought Lympne Castle near Hythe in Kent back in 2023 for £5.5million. I visited the Grade I listed castle, parts of which date back to 1080, to take a tour with Ann and hear about her plans to kit out the castle in her very unique style.

No boost for first-time buyers in the Budget - and just five months for them to dodge £3,598 stamp duty tax hit

First-time buyers look set to pay thousands more on stamp duty costs after Rachel Reeves opted to steer clear of any tweaks in the budget.

My neighbour's firework parties have already started - who can we complain to about the noise?

If last year is anything to go by, we'll regularly have to put up with firework displays coming from our neighbour's back garden. What can we do?

People keep throwing their rubbish in my skip - is this illegal, and how can I stop it happening?

People are throwing rubbish in my skip: How can I stop them?

We moved into our house last year and the property needs extensive renovation and extensions. While getting works done, we've had to use a number of skips. The skips are always placed on our driveway. Are there rules against this sort of thing? What can we do to prevent this and get the problem resolved?

Fantasy land! Harry Potter and Lord of the Rings-themed holiday park could be yours... for £1.25m

North Shire has rooms themed on Harry Potter's Gryffindor dormitory, Hagrid's hut and even a Lord of the Rings-style hobbit hole.

I've found a home I want to buy but it has cracks on the ceiling and walls: How can I tell what has caused them and should I be worried?

When it comes to cracks on ceilings and walls, what do I need to be worried about and looking out for? What problems could cracks be hiding?

Our neighbour's noisy children and their trampoline are making our lives a misery - do we have a right to privacy?

Noisy children on a trampoline make our lives a misery: Do we have a right to privacy?

How far away from our boundary fence and house should a trampoline be under privacy law, please? We have to keep all doors, windows, air vents and curtains closed because of our neighbours' noisy children on a trampoline and in a kids swimming pool abutting our boundary fence. When I finally sent a polite text to my neighbour requesting them to quieten down, the response was 'no', followed by several malicious communications. What can I do? This can't continue.

Our neighbours refuse to cut down a huge tree next door which blocks the afternoon sun from our garden - what can we do?

The old neighbours trimmed it back every year, usually in May. However, the new owner doesn't seem to be bothered.

EXCLUSIVEBritain HAS become far more anti-social! Neighbour wars in full swing with complaints data showing huge spike in fines for serial noise polluters

An FOI request by Churchill Home Insurance revealed local authorities received 203,000 complaints from residents about noisy neighbours in 2023.

Our new house is covered in brown pebbledash - should we get rid of it or is it just an unnecessary expense to do so?

Our house is covered in brown pebbledash - should we get rid of it?

We recently moved into a 1930s three-bedroom semi-detached house. It's spacious inside and we like the area. Unlike some of the properties we viewed, the house has been updated to a high standard inside. The exterior of the property is pebbledash, which I'd say is a sandy brown colour. Our neighbours and quite a few others on the street have the same pebbledash on their properties. Should we remove our pebbledash?

Flurry of cowboy builders prompts Checkatrade to block record number of tradespeople

In the last six months, Checkatrade turned away a record 668 tradespeople who failed its sign-up checks, representing a 13% rise year-on-year.

My neighbour's barking dog is a nightmare - and the council won't do anything about it: Should I just move house?

Lots of my neighbours have told me the dog bothers them, but said they didn't want to cause a fuss. What can I do to make it stop?

We have two types of bamboo in our garden - should we be worried, does it need removing and will it devalue our home?

We have two types of bamboo in our garden - does it need removing?

We bought our current home eight years ago. On either side of the garden is bamboo, planted by previous owners. We're no experts, but it appears to be two different types, one is close to our conservatory and the other is towards the back of the garden, near the shed office. Recently, I've noticed the occasional odd shoot a good distance away from the plant coming up through the grass. What should we do?

We need to replace our uPVC double-glazing - should we opt for grey like most of our neighbours and would it add value to our home?

Our double-glazing needs replacing due to its age. We've got two quotes for uPVC windows, and have been offered the option of grey anthracite.

The ultimate isolated boltholes! Take a look inside two stunning forts heading to auction with a guide price of £1m

There are not one, but two, unique island sea forts going up for auction via Savills later this month on 18 June. We take a closer look at what's on offer.

We want to tear up the garden in our new home and replace it with artificial lawn - is it a good idea and will it add value?

We want to tear up the garden in our new home and replace it with artificial lawn - is it

We've just bought our first home and it comes with a nice compact 20ft garden. However, it's quite overgrown and we're not all that green-fingered. We want to put down an artificial lawn so we don't have the upkeep of constantly cutting grass and de-weeding. Is it a good idea?

We're interested in buying a home that has an outdoor swimming pool - how much would it cost to run… or fill in?

We're house hunting in our local area and have found a four-bedroom home with a pool in the garden which is roughly 20ft x 13ft, with a deep end of 6ft.

Been waiting until after the election to sell your home? Six top tips from experts if you're now about to take the plunge

This is Money speaks to estate agents to find out how sellers can increase their chances of securing a quick sale at the best price.

Buying a property for just £175k could get you citizenship in the Caribbean: How it works... and dream island retreats on the market right now

How buying a property for £175k could get you citizenship in the Caribbean

Moving to a sun-kissed island for a slower pace of life is a dream held by many. But even if you have the funds and the freedom to do so, getting the right to live permanently in a different country often brings complications. Five countries in the Caribbean are willing to help expats with that, however - on the condition that they buy a property or invest money in the area. In some countries, properties that qualify for the 'citizenship by investment' scheme cost £100,000 less than the average UK home. MailOnline explains how these 'citizenship by investment' schemes work, and looks at some of the eligible properties on the market right now.

A messy garden could knock tens of thousands off your house price: Here's how to tidy yours up with minimal fuss

If you are planning to sell your home, you may want to get the hedge trimmer and garden shears out.

We have artex ceilings - should we get them smoothed over and would it add value to our home?

We've lived in our house for decades and are considering downsizing. We're not sure if we should get rid of our artex ceilings before listing.

My neighbour's over-the-top garden lights keep me awake - should I complain to the council and what are my rights?

A neighbour has a large number of lights in her back garden, which stay on all night. Can I force her to tone them down?

Would YOU live here? Seaside cottage with stunning coastal views is branded 'uninhabitable' and 'unsafe' in listing - but is on the market for just £75,000

Potential buyers of Woodbine Cottage in Ardersier, near Inverness, may get some remarkable views of the Moray Firth, but also face a massive renovation job to make the building fit to live in.

Be a regular at Clarkson's pub! Opening spikes property searches in Cotswolds town of Burford - here's what you can buy

Jeremy Clarkson's pub spikes interest in Burford property... but what homes could you buy

The opening of Jeremy Clarkson 's pub, The Farmer's Dog, in Asthall near Burford in Oxfordshire, has prompted a flurry of online searches for properties in Burford, according to Rightmove. During the bank holiday weekend, the number of searches for homes in Burford was 63% higher than the same period a year ago, the data suggests. This is Money reveals six properties on sale in or near Burford via Rightmove.

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