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From job fears to housing horrors, the experts answer all your burning questions

It seems hardly anything is left untouched by coronavirus. Our panel help you get through these extraordinarily tough times.




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The best energy tariffs on the market that DON'T require you to have a smart meter installed

In order to reach their Government targets, many of the larger energy firms have said that customers will only be able to access the cheapest deals if they agree to have a device installed.




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How DO you survive this crisis with just £1 spare a week?

Exclusive figures today reveal that the average family will be left with little more than £1 a week to spare if they don't adjust their spending habits after a 20 per cent pay cut.




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Most insurance won't pay out for coronavirus - can you still protect yourself if things go wrong?

If you're thinking of taking out insurance to protect yourself from financial troubles brought on by coronavirus, it's vital you make sure that your policy will actually pay out if you make a claim.




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Energy usage has risen by 17% since lockdown: We reveal the top tips to keep your bills down

Households are using 17% more electricity since Britain went into coronavirus pandemic lockdown, new data from energy supplier Bulb suggests.




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Flowers, wine and food delivered by your letterbox during lockdown

Online shoppers have been pleased to discover that firms are adapting the way they are packaging their parcels, with many now able to fit the products into letterbox shaped containers.




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Need a trim during lockdown? The long and short of cutting your own hair

In a bid to remain sane and smarten up your act, it might be tempting to pick up a pair of scissors to become your own barber or hairdresser. It is not a step to be taken lightly.




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Spring-clean your cash - and save up to £1,755

With lockdown still in place, now is a good time to take stock of your household finances and see where savings can be made.




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Covid-19 ruined our wedding plans: Your rights explained

Couples like Monika and Liam (pictured) have seen their wedding plans in tatters because of the pandemic.




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Best smart home devices 2019: Give your house an upgrade with top tech

Once reserved for science fiction films, smart technology is now readily available with a host of connected devices that can bring your home to life. We find the best online for under £150.




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Best coffee pod machines: Get your caffeine fix without the faff

Coffee pod machines offer the perfect solution for avid coffee lovers looking for their daily caffeine fix. Here are the best five coffee pod and capsule machines on Amazon right now.




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On your bike! The best exercise bikes to get you in shape in no time

As the nights get longer, and the days get colder, exercising outside can be very unappealing. So why not invest in an exercise bike and get into peak shape from the comfort of your own home?




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Best portable chargers: Keep your smartphone battery alive with these power banks

Portable chargers are compact, mobile and can often hold enough power to charge your phone multiple times over. Here are the best power banks on Amazon to keep your devices fully charged.




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Best iPhone accessories: Chargers, cases and battery packs you need

When it comes to accessories, Apple fans really are spoiled for choice. But which gadgets will actually improve your iPhone experience? Here are the best iPhone accessories on Amazon.




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All your questions answered on how football will look after lockdown

CRAIG HOPE: There are more questions than answers right now when it comes to determining if and when Premier League football will return. Here, Sportsmail looks at some of the key talking points.




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Chelsea youngster Tariq Uwakwe to head out on 18-month loan with Derby, Hull and Swansea interested

Chelsea youngster Tariq Uwakwe is set for an 18 month loan switch, with Hull and Swansea in the running for his signature. The 20-year-old is being tipped for big things at Stamford Bridge.




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Derby snap up Aston Villa youngster Rushian Hepburn-Murphy on loan

It is thought the 21-year-old will initially train with the Rams' Under-23 group as he looks to step forward with his career after he was at League One club Tranmere for the first part of the campaign.




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Max Lowe hits out at Craig Ramage for comment on Derby's 'young black lads'

The BBC have axed a commentator after his racist stereotype-filled rant in which he criticised 'all the young black lads' at Derby and claimed they need 'pulling down a peg or two.'




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BBC investigate comments made by Craig Ramage about 'young black lads' at Derby County

EXCLUSIVE: The BBC have drafted in one of their senior executives as they continue their investigation into the racist comments about Derby's young black players that led to one of their pundits being sacked.




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Derby boss Phillip Cocu hits back at Craig Ramage's comments about club's 'young black lads'

Phillip Cocu has slammed former Derby County player Craig Ramage for his criticism of the 'young black lads' in the side - with the Rams boss saying they made him 'very angry'.




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A sense of repurpose: How to turn worn-out belongings into chic furniture for your home

Most of us will, at some point, have found a new purpose for a household item, revamped a piece of furniture to extend its life, or at least appreciated the idea from afar.




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Whether you buy an Aga or snap up an eco wood burner, weigh up the pros and cons to stay toasty

How much do our favourite winter warmers cost to install, will they be effective, and do they damage the environment? We look at four ways of raising the temperature this winter.




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Owning your own stretch of forest is a prized luxury and the ultimate way to boost wellbeing

Views across rolling hills, swanky kitchens, converted garden sheds, now a new status symbol seems to be elbowing its way into our affections: a private stretch of woodland.




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Three interior design tips that you can apply at home, reveals Alexander James

We spent a day with one of the world's top 100 interior designers, Alexander James Interior Design, to learn about its tricks and how they can be incorporated into your own home.




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How much could you save by moving away from London? Up to £66,000 per mile, new study finds

A new study has taken the value of the average detached house in pricey London and calculated how much can be saved per mile by moving to a cheaper commuter town.




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Five top tips to get your home sold despite Brexit jitters

There are steps you take to help sell your home, such as replacing old fixtures and fittings and jazzing up your garden.




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Could you live on a retirement cruise ship? Luxury apartments for sale

British designers are creating Seascape - a floating retirement village - where there will be 206 apartments sold on 50-year leases when it launches in 2021




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As The Crown returns, give your home the majestic makeover it deserves

When The Crown returns for its third season on Sunday, along with the plot line and regal costumes, it's the glimpses of the interiors that'll keep us hooked.




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Six top tips for decorating your Christmas tree to make it Instagram worthy

The 'Mary Berry of Christmas trees' who dresses them for the rich and famous reveals how to decorate yours no matter how big or small the budget.




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Have you forgotten to decorate your dining table this Christmas?

The dining table is often overlooked until the last minute, even though it can be where we spend hours not only during the big day, but also throughout the festive period.




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Nine simple ideas to refresh your home and make it feel brand new

Dressing your home for Christmas and New Year is fun, but when the festivities are over and the decorations and tinsel have been stored for another year, the house can look bare.




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Six top tips for making sure you avoid the pitfalls of buying a leasehold property

Helen Marsh, a partner at law firm Forsters, provides six top tips for avoiding some of the most common pitfalls of buying a leasehold property.




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Plan carefully and shop around, for now's the time to give your home a refresh - at a snip

Shop smarter by using seasonal clearances and ex-display lines as a way to pick up longed-for large-outlay items such as beds, sofas and mattresses, as well as designer pieces and one-off accessories.




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Ten things about moving home you might not know

Moving house can be stressful, but the more knowledge you can accumulate the more you can alleviate the pressure along the way.




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How fast are rents rising near you? Biggest hikes seen in three years

The average cost of a letting in Britain rose by an inflation-busting rate of 2.6 per cent during in 2019, property website Zoopla says.




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How to buy the freehold if you've bought a leasehold property

If you're considering buying your freehold, there are some initial questions that you'll need to ask to get the process started.




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How to make sure your home's built to last as Government pledges to improve quality of new-builds

A new-build home should combine beauty and great architecture. All too often, however, the reality is different: ugly, poky and even dangerous. This has forced the Government into action.




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How can you make a rented home feel your own without arguing with the landlord? 

More of us are renting. That won't come as a surprise given the struggle first-time buyers have when scrambling on to the property ladder.




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Do you live in one of the 50 best places to live in Britain in 2020?

East Hertfordshire includes market towns such as Bishop's Stortford and Hertford and was given the title after scoring well on several factors, such strong exam results and happiness scores.




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Buying a new property in 2020? Six potential traps to watch out for if you're moving home this year

We've outlined six things to consider if you've found a home that you want to buy, covering everything from budgeting for stamp duty to checking on the legal access to a property.




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Seven tips to make the most of the upturn in the property market and sell your home quickly

From spring cleaning your home to putting out fresh flowers and removing any pets, here are seven tips to make the most of the upturn in the property market and get your home sold quickly.




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Is the grass greener when you work from home?

Government warnings suggest that, at its peak, the virus could oblige 20 per cent of the working population to operate remotely - that's 6.5 million out of a 32.5 million workforce.




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Decluttering is good for the home and will raise your spirits 

Being stuck in the house for a few weeks could be the ideal time for a spot of spring decluttering. In fact, it's already wildly popular: the hashtag #decluttering has nearly 300,000 Instagram posts.




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How to make your background interiors look good on video conferencing calls

While dressing to impress for a video call seems to be all the rage, it's also giving us the chance to peek into other people's homes. So getting your walls primed for the camera is a worthy project.




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Turn your lockdown jigsaw puzzle into a work of art

We're trying to make sense of our lives in lockdown, hoping that a clear picture will emerge. But that's nothing new for dissectologists - as jigsaw puzzle enthusiasts are known.




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The luxury dog beds that cost more than your own mattress

Furniture for your favourite four-legged animal is becoming big business, with some versions costing almost £1,000.




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Flush your toilet with rain - and save bucketloads!

Making home improvements to save money is still possible with a little bit of imagination - and online ordering. Toby Walne looks at all your options.




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Places to live where you're most likely to have a private garden during coronavirus lockdown

A private garden has become a highly desirable feature during the coronavirus breakdown, with homes in Barnsley, Doncaster and Burnley most likely to have a one, according to research.




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What happens to house prices after you stop the property market?

Amid the coronavirus lockdown, that quintessentially British question is inevitably being asked: what will happen to house prices?




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Six tips to prepare your home for sale for when lockdown ends

We highlight things you can do during lockdown to prepare your property for sale and get it into the most valuable condition for when the market recovers.