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What can and can’t your landlord do?

If you are renting a property, you are entitled to certain rights and your landlord has certain obligations. There isn’t a huge amount of regulation in the lettings market so it pays to be well informed of exactly what you are entitled to as a tenant.

21% More People in the UK Are Planning to Move in 2011 Than 2008

Recent research revealed that 2011 will see the highest single increase in the numbers of people planning to move since 2008. With 30% of people in the UK planning to move home in 2011, compared to just 9% of people in October of 2008.

Love Thy Neighbour:  Is There Community Spirit in your Neighbourhood?

Headlines criticising David Cameron’s Big Society scheme magnify changes to how we feel about our neighbours. Do you think that you and your neighbours could pull together to make a difference in your community? How do you find the right area for you?

January 2011 Sees the End of House Price Falls

For the past three months house prices have gone down, but in the first month of the New Year it looks like the housing market is ripe for a fresh start.

Are you in Negative Equity?  What do you do about it?

Since the onset of the credit crunch, many people may find themselves in negative equity. Are you one of those people? What do you do if are?

Hope for the First Time Buyer Market

If you follow the property market, you will be well aware that first time buyers are struggling to find mortgages. The release of new mortgage products aimed at first time buyers have just been released. Do they herald a turn around in mortgages?

Crossrail Represents an All Change for Ealing

In November, the new central London Crossrail stations were revealed along with the changes that they will make to the areas where they will be built. It begs the question how will Crossrail affect Ealing? How will it affect you and your property?

Why It is a Mistake to Wait to List Your Property for Sale Until the New Year

Traditionally, there is a rush of people who decide to sell their property in the New Year. Find out why you will miss out if you wait until January 1st to instruct your estate agent.

The New Mortgage Rules:  How To Prepare Yourself to Get the Best Deal

Northfields shares some insider information to make sure your mortgage application is as pain-free as possible.

First Time Buyers Poised to Re-Enter the Market

The media has been full of reports about the lack of first time buyers purchasing property. Is that about to change?