B&Q research highlights that it pays to go green in the home
New research reveals that eight out of ten Brits believe that homes boasting energy saving features are worth paying more for, with almost one in ten Brits citing that they would walk away from a dream home if it had a low energy rating.
National Housing Federation backs call for more social rented homes
The National Housing Federation has welcomed a report by the Communities and Local Government Committee which calls for a major increase in the supply of rented housing for people on low incomes - but has condemned the growing trend towards 'buy-to-leave'.
CML publishes April gross lending figure and 2008 forecast
Gross mortgage lending reached an estimated £25.3 billion in April, a 5% increase from March and an 8% decline from April 2007, according to the Council of Mortgage Lenders.
Seven million British households are living with NERDs
Over seven million British households are living with a NERD (Never Ending Renovation Drama), an unfinished DIY or home renovation project.
New Stats Released on Scotland's Housing
Updated housing statistics have been released today by Scotland's Chief Statistician.
Scottish property prices increased by 7.4% over the last year
In the first quarter of 2008, the average house price for a residential property in Scotland was 7.4% higher than in the same period in 2007.
Scottish surveyors more optimistic than the rest of the UK
In a very negative report, RICS say that there has been an increase in the number of surveyors saying that prices have declined however the figures are much better for Scotland than for the rest of the UK.
Federation applauds Government's housing announcement
The National Housing Federation has welcomed the Government's announcement of further legislation aimed at improving social housing - and measures to increase access to affordable housing.
Housing Starts Drop in First Quarter
Statistics released today by NHBC reveal that the number of applications from house builders to start new homes in the UK decreased by almost a third year-on-year during the first quarter of 2008.
Latest House Price Research Good News for Scotland
Housing market fundamentals still strong as Scotland continues to buck trend with rising prices
Rise in landlord approval figures
The national approval rate for Scotland's Landlord Registration Scheme has increased from 15 per cent to 75 per cent in the last 12 months.
Subsidence warning for the 9.7 million people planning to plant trees this year
Sainsbury's Home Insurance warns that trees can be a major cause of subsidence if planted too close to buildings
Housing Market Weakness Stretches into April
According to the most recent Nationwide House Price Survey, house prices fell for the sixth consecutive month in April.
Better housing design
A report promoting better design to raise the quality of Scotland's future built environment was unveiled today.
UK Gardens are Little Goldmines
Average garden contents are worth £1,237; Average garden claim is worth £726
Bag a Last Minute Bargain with Bellway Homes
Only one, one-bedroom property remains available at Bellway Homes' stunning 'Glastian Meadow' development.
Neighbours Become Good Friends with Miller
Get to know your neighbours on-line
North East Families to Get the Homes they Deserve, say House Builders
Homes for Scotland welcome announcement of 72,000 new homes
Housing Market Cools as Growth Falls to Lowest Rate in 15 Years
Latest figures released today by ESPC reveal the housing market in Edinburgh has continued to cool with annual inflation falling to its lowest level since 1993.
Fixed-rate mortgages decline in popularity
The popularity of tracker rate mortgages increased in February as the proportion of borrowers choosing fixed-rate loans fell to 52%, its lowest level since March 2005, according to the Council of Mortgage Lenders.
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