Articles tagged "improve your home"

Top 20 burglary hotspots revealed

Last updated: Feb 7th, 2012
News by Ruth Jackson
Homeowners in London and Bradford are the most likely in the UK to make a claim for theft or burglary on their home insurance.

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Government loses solar panel appeal

Last updated: Jan 25th, 2012
News
The government has failed in its appeal to overturn the decision that blocked a bid to reduce the feed-in tariff (FiT), a subsidy that is paid to homeowners that sell the electricity from their solar installation.

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The big financial changes planned for 2012

Last updated: Jan 6th, 2012
Feature by Nathalie Bonney
January looks set to get off to a gloomy start: it seems like every day we hear fresh stories of the country’s economic woes and many of us are feeling the pinch. So what are the big financial changes planned for 2012?

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Government's solar energy cuts ruled illegal

Last updated: Dec 22nd, 2011
News
Government plans to cut the subsidies on homeowners' solar panels are illegal, the High Court has ruled.

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Six things to consider before buying solar panels

Last updated: Oct 31st, 2011
Feature by Nathalie Bonney
Many companies are now offering free installation, but what’s the catch?

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How to take on a rogue trader and win

Last updated: Jul 19th, 2011
Feature by Tony Levene
We've all heard horror stories about cowboy builders and shady electricians, but if they cross your path what can you do?

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Five steps to avoiding DIY disasters

Last updated: Jul 11th, 2011
Feature by Nathalie Bonney
Doing it yourself may seem like a cheap option, but get it wrong and you could end up paying even more. Nathalie Bonney helps you decide which jobs to tackle, and which to leave to the experts.

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Furnishing your home from an auction

Last updated: Aug 25th, 2011
TV

There are ways to kit out your home apart from reverting to Ikea and the rest of the flat–pack brigade. In this episode of Moneywise TV, Nathalie Bonney looks at the world of furniture auctions.

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Renovating on a budget

Last updated: Aug 24th, 2011
Feature by Laura Howard
Thinking of sprucing up your home? Laura Howard's handy tips will help keep your project on track and within budget.

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10 tips to help sell your home

Last updated: Dec 5th, 2011
Feature by Laura Howard
If you're planning to sell your home in 2012 you may need to spruce it up a bit. But don't worry, it doesn't have to cost the earth. Laura Howard gives you her top 10 tips for a quick sale.

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