Revealed: Port Talbot had the highest growth in house prices in 2019, as towns offering homes for bargain rates top list of property hotspots South Wales town was identified as Zoopla’s top property hotspot for this year Cwbran, Wales, and Leigh, Manchester also saw high house price growth But Aberdeen and Witney in Oxfordshire saw … Read more
The General Election, Brexit and Christmas have all been used as excuses for the housing market grinding to a near-halt. Government figures show the average time from a home going on Rightmove to a buyer moving in is 20 weeks, with 30 per cent of deals collapsing, sometimes because sellers say yes to an offer … Read more
Is this the bit of festive prep you’ve forgotten? We look at three differently decorated Christmas TABLES to see how they will be Insta-ready Three social media stars reveal how they’ll decorate their Christmas tables The table decorations include fake foliage as well as gold-coloured underplates By Myra Butterworth For MailOnline Published: 08:00 GMT, 24 … Read more
A carnival-themed home with its own bowling alley, a castle, and a windmill feature in the most unusual homes on Rightmove this year. All five of the most unique homes for sale on the property website were picked by the Rightmove team for their stand out features. Rightmove’s Miles Shipside said: ‘Stepping through the front … Read more
There is a chill in the air that only snuggling down at home in front of a warm fire will resolve. And while woodburners are still fantastically popular — more than one million UK homes use wood-burning stoves and fireplaces, according to the Stove Industry Alliance — there has been a surge in those seeking … Read more
Keeping up appearances? As Christmas approaches, two-thirds say they’re embarrassed by their homes – and some are even reluctant to let friends visit 61% of homeowners are embarrassed by at least one aspect of the property It can cover anything from little scratches and scruffs to dated and tired fixtures 35% even claimed to feel … Read more
A Spanish villa where One Direction made their debut in an X Factor judge’s house performance and a bulletproof townhouse in New York feature in the most viewed properties on Rightmove this year. All of the five most popular overseas homes for sale on the property website – except one – have a price tag … Read more
Ultimate millennial homeowner must-have? A drinks trolley! The 1970s furniture is popular once more and can be snapped up for as little as £30 Drink trolleys are back in fashion with staying in becoming the new going out We pick three versions for different budgets, ranging in price from £30 to £1,320 Top with a … Read more
The most popular homes for sale this year have been revealed – and taking top spot is one with a cheeky secret in the bedroom, ahead of a spectacular Scottish castle and a swanky Manchester penthouse. The nine-bedroom house in Chigwell, Essex – which belonged to Newcastle United striker Andy Carroll – seized the crown … Read more
Fancy hosting an exclusive New Year’s Eve rooftop party? Meet the couple planning just that after buying this luxury pad overlooking the London Eye MailOnline Property was given an exclusive tour of the luxury development at London’s Belvedere Gardens There are 97 flats, but only 21 are still available to buy, with prices stretching to … Read more
Fancy following in the eco-footprints of the Beckhams and owning a home with a natural swimming pool in the garden? David and Victoria Beckham were given the go-ahead by planners for an eco pool at their house in the Cotswolds. And now here’s your chance to own the ultimate eco status symbol at home with … Read more
With the average home in Britain costing more than £200,000, you’d be forgiven for thinking that it’s impossible to buy a property for a quarter of that amount. However, not only is it possible – as our research shows – but they can be in some of the most desirable areas. Take, for example, a … Read more
Having a water feature or a hot tub in your garden used to be all it took to turn your neighbours green with envy. But that’s not enough these days. So, with Chelsea Flower Show running this week, we ask what are some of the most en vogue features that will truly set your garden … Read more