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Pastel pink Notting Hill home on Denbigh Terrace listed for £2.25m

The property's pretty exterior means it is a favourite among Instagram stars who are often seen posing on the doorsteps of houses in Denbigh Terrace.




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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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One in six Britons has lived with an ex-partner, says Direct Line

Financial pressures often mean that these people cannot afford to get up and leave when they first separate, according to Direct Line.




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House prices to rise by £35,000 on average in five years says Savills

House prices will rise 15.3% on average across Britain in the next five years, according to estate agent Savills - including by 24% in the North West.




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There's never been more appetite for tasty homes close to quality farmers' markets  

Homes near a first-rate farmers' markets offering local produce are in big demand, and can often command a premium.




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Not everyone is suited to island life, but it offers peace and quiet - often at affordable prices

Crammed into stuffy offices or overcrowded trains at rush hour, the idea of escaping the rat race and starting afresh on an isolated island is a dream for many.




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Can I build a green belt house of architectural merit under Paragraph 79?

I'm looking to buy some land in the commuter green belt. It is several acres and I would like to build a new house on it.




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Grade II listed Welsh manor owned by Henry VIII is for sale for £875,000 

The medieval property was constructed in the early 1200s and is believed to have once been owned by Henry VIII.




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Rental crisis shows UK housing benefit claimants struggle to find a home

Research looked at homes available near both Boris Johnson and Jeremy Corbyn's constituency offices and those of other top MPs with responsibility for housing or benefits.




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The Frinton art deco Round House that brings Miami Beach to Essex

The Grade II listed house is on the Essex coastline of Frinton-on-Sea and is on the market for £950,000.




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Is building with cork the future of housing as this home shows?

Cork made a dramatic breakthrough when it was used to build a house in Eton selected as a 2019 RIBA Stirling Prize finalist.




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As Britain's TV studios thrive, more people are relocating to be near the action 

The explosion of cinema multiplexes, streaming channels and new broadcasters has created unprecedented demand for Britain's booming television and film industry.




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Traditional town centres with bakeries and butchers are attracting a new wave of buyers 

Despite the burden of business rates and the rise of online retailing, some high streets still bustle with Christmas customers.




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How drinks trolleys have become a millennial must-have piece of furniture

Drink trolleys are back in fashion with younger homebuyers: we pick three versions for different budgets, ranging in price from £30 to £1,320.




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Homeowners are embarrassed about their properties, claims Wickes

As much as 61 per cent of people are embarrassed by at least one aspect of the property they own, according to new research by Wickes.




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How to buy a green gas fireplace instead of a woodburner

While woodburners are still fantastically popular, there has been a surge in those seeking eco-friendly substitutes.




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Can Boris revive house prices in the North-East?

The average house price in the North-East - £127,570 - remains about 6 per cent below its level in 2007, before the financial crisis.




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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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Port Talbot had highest growth in house prices in 2019

Port Talbot in South Wales was identified by property website Zoopla as 2019's top spot. House prices there rose by 7.5 per cent to reach £122,074.




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A new action plan aims to make life simpler for buyers and sellers alike: will it revive the market?

Government figures show the average time from a home going on Rightmove to a buyer moving in is 20 weeks, with 30% of deals collapsing.




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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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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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Japanese glass and timber-framed house in Cambridge is for sale for £1.29million 

The unusual property with a huge Japanese influence is a single-storey home with four bedrooms, and it is on the market with a price tag of £1,295,000.




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Buyers hunt for homes in remote locations free of light pollution

For those who believe dreary winters of rainy days and long nights mean many of us want to buy homes overseas, think again.




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Domestic bliss! Rooms dedicated to yoga and meditation are no longer a luxury just for the rich

Kate Hudson, Jennifer Aniston, Ed Sheeran: they've all got them. A home yoga or contemplative space, that is.




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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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First-time buyers see costs soar in a year as average deposits reach record of £46k

The average price paid by a first-time buyer in Britain last year was £231,455, up 9% - or £18,252 - on a year earlier, according to research by Halifax.




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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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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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Most popular places for first-time buyers, reveals Zoopla

The list of top 10 places within easy reach of a city have been identified by property website Zoopla, with Barking and Dagenham in East London leading the way.




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Is East Hertfordshire really Britain's best place to live?

Ranked above the hot-spots of the South East, such as Fareham - and the North's most sought-after districts of Selby and Hambleton - the No 1 spot to live has been awarded to East Hertfordshire.




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Welsh towns are on the rise as they ride Bristol's boom

The economy of Bristol is thriving and across the Severn Bridge, the towns and cities of South Wales are enjoying the ripple effect of its prosperity.




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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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The new spare rooms: Sheds have never been so upmarket

The shed has never had it so good - but, then, I am a true devotee. My husband, Dave, and I inherited a very tired shed when we bought our house in Guildford, Surrey.




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Sign up to a floral subscription for fresh flowers at home every week

Freddie Garland - who grew up with florist parents - arrived at the idea for his company, Freddie's Flowers, while working at Abel & Cole, the organic fruit and vegetable delivery company.




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What are the best pillows and how important are they for better sleep?

City living means increased levels of light exposure, which can harm your sleep, according to experts. Follow our top tips to ensure you get the best night's sleep, including the pick of the best pillows.




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How easy is it to convert a pub into a family home?

The decline of the great British pub is nothing to raise a glass to, but the growing trend of converting old inns into new homes means it's not last orders yet.




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Estate agents turn to online tours in the hope of staying in business 

Thousands of estate agents have accelerated plans to use digital technology to show off homes to buyers who they hope will remain interested until the virus outbreak subsides.




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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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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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At home with SAS Who Dares Wins' recruit number 11 Kirsty Hendey

A balcony in the heart of bustling South West London proved to be an unusual but perfect place to transform into a workout space for Kirsty Hendey.




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Inside £14.5m St George's Hill mansion with basement size of 2 tennis courts 

The luxury facilities in the basement include a swimming pool, cinema room, a sauna, steam room, plunge pool, and sunken terrace, a gym, a bar and a wine cellar.




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Flat owners unable to sell or remortgage due to cladding crisis

Concerns about cladding across Britain followed the Grenfell Tower fire in 2017 as lenders refused to provide finance on homes made of combustible material - leaving flat owners unable to sell.




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It's simply disgusting that only the big towns get help: NEIL TWEEDIE on Storm Dennis devastation

NEIL TWEEDIE writes about how owners of isolated country homes that were flooded in the aftermath of Storm Dennis received no help from authorities in areas including Worcestershire.




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Harry Redknapp's TV show lifts lid on posh Dorset enclave Sandbanks

Sandbanks in Dorset is Britain's most expensive location, with homes that are higher priced than in Monte Carlo and where the parties are glitzier than in St Tropez. just ask Harry Redknapp.




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This small Peckham home looks like it belongs in the countryside

The house is in the heart of South East London's Peckham, a trendy hotspot with railway arch bars and old-school pubs that offer a vibrant nightlife. It has two bedrooms and is for sale for £625,000.




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Repossessed homes are on the rise and can be a great way to bag a deal

The latest figures from UK Finance, the banking trade body, reveals that the number of homeowner properties taken into possession in the final quarter of last year rose 17 per cent.