Published in December 2010

The property buying test

by Neil Faulkner | It's hard to know when to make the leap on to the bottom rung of the housing ladder. Here are three simple tests that could help.

7 steps to happy homeownership

by Donna Ferguson | What's the secret to becoming a happy homeowner?

What buyers want!

by Donna Ferguson | What makes a property saleable, desirable and, most importantly, valuable?

What your estate agent is REALLY saying!

by Emma Lunn | If you’re currently trying to work out what estate agents say and what they actually mean, here's an A to Z of popular terms and their true meanings.

The secret way lenders make more money from you

by Christina Jordan | How an expensive valuation fee could leave you out of pocket

Why you're better off living in the city

by Robert Powell | Rolling fields vs. buzzing streets, rural pubs vs. trendy bars – the countryside vs. city debate has rolled on for years! But which way of life is easier on the wallet? Robert Powell finds out...

Published in November 2010

The 20 worst property fads

by Rachel Wait | If you’re hoping to get the best price for your property, here’s how to ensure you definitely won’t!

Published in October 2010

Five ways you can afford a home

by Christine Whitfield | Given up hope of ever getting on the property ladder? Check out these five ways you may be able to afford a home after all...

£86,000 house valued at £1

by Donna Ferguson | Don’t let this housing horror happen to you!

Five dangerous homebuying mistakes

by lovemoney.com staff | Whether you're buying your first or your next home, be sure not to fall into any of these five traps.

The last housing crash, Part 2

by Cliff D'Arcy | Here's part two of our region-by-region review of the Nineties property slump. Brace yourselves!

The last housing crash

by Cliff D'Arcy | Cliff D'Arcy takes an in-depth look at the sharp drops across the UK during the last slump.

Top 20 property hotspots!

by John Fitzsimons | One town has seen property sales rocket by 85% in the past 12 months.

10 top tips for homebuyers!

by Alison Hunt | Here are ten tips that could help you get a good deal when you buy a home.

A kick in the teeth for borrowers

by Christina Jordan | Big cuts are about to be made to a key benefit for borrowers who have fallen behind on their mortgage

Published in September 2010

The worst property rip-offs in the world

by Donna Ferguson | Have you ever got rip-off road rage? Here's a list of the worst property rip-offs in the world -- and how to avoid them!

The worst mortgage lenders in the country!

by John Fitzsimons | These are the mortgage lenders that attract the most vitriol from their customers.

Take advantage of the repossessed

by Szu Ping Chan | If you want to nab a great property at a discounted price, the auction house is the place for you

Pay less for your perfect property

by John Fitzsimons | Follow these simple steps and you'll never overpay on a property again

Stop developers grabbing your garden!

by Sabuhi Mir | England has seen a phenomenal rise in garden grabbing. What is it, and why has it left local communities disgruntled?

The fastest way to sell your home

by Christina Jordan | This is the quickest – and easiest – way to sell a property. There’s no chain, no haggling and no risk of gazundering – so what’s the catch?

Published in August 2010

Serious trouble ahead for borrowers

by Christina Jordan | The number of struggling borrowers may be falling, but we are not out of the mortgage woods just yet!

The top 5 rotten property scams!

by John Fitzsimons | Be on your guard against these awful property tricks.

It's cheaper to buy than to rent!

by John Fitzsimons | In most of Britain, it may actually work out cheaper to buy your home than to rent it.

Published in July 2010

Sell your home online

by John Fitzsimons | John Fitzsimons looks at how you can save money by selling your home yourself online

Sell your home online - Video script

by John Fitzsimons | John Fitzsimons looks at how you can save money by selling your home yourself online

Make the right bid for a property!

by John Fitzsimons | John Fitzsimons looks at how to work out what offer to make on a property.

Make the right bid for a property! - Video script

by John Fitzsimons | John Fitzsimons looks at how to work out what offer to make on a property.

Buy a home for £10,000

by John Fitzsimons | Tesco has just started selling homes for £10,000. John Fitzsimons finds out why, and looks at other properties you can snap up for the price of a new car.

Good riddance to this property scam

by John Fitzsimons | This dodgy property scam has gone on too long – thankfully the authorities are finally clamping down on it!

Secret way the taxman is watching landlords

by John Fitzsimons | If you own more than one property, the taxman is employing some shadowy tactics to ensure you pay enough tax

3 nasty housing costs

by John Fitzsimons | John Fitzsimons looks at the costs we forgot to consider when buying a property.

3 nasty housing costs

by John Fitzsimons | John Fitzsimons looks at the costs we forgot to consider when buying a property.

Published in June 2010

Beware anyone selling property this year

by John Fitzsimons | Housing market changes and renewed confidence in the house prices have led to the return of the speculative seller – but is this a good thing?

The ten best seaside towns

by Christina Jordan | Head to the Yorkshire coast for cheap and cheerful seaside homes.

House prices returning to 2007 peak

by Donna Ferguson | Average house prices rose £15,000 over the last year and are now less than 10% below the 2007 peak...

Published in May 2010

Complaints about estate agents jump by 40%

by John Fitzsimons | John Fitzsimons looks at why complaints against estate agents have jumped sharply, and what you should do to pick the right agent.

Homeowners: Wave goodbye to HIPs and hello to £200

by Christina Jordan | The much-maligned Home Information Packs have been ditched by the new Government.

Published in April 2010

The top 10 ASBO towns!

by John Fitzsimons | Thanks to a new iPhone application, you can check up on just how dodgy your new neighbours might be...

Four tips for buying your first home

by Rachel Robson | Buying your first property? Check out these top tips....

Four tips for buying your first home - Video script

by Rachel Wait | Buying your first property? Check out these top tips....

Four tips for buying your first home - Video script

by Rachel Wait | Buying your first property? Check out these top tips....

The cheapest way to sell your home

by Jane Baker | Why pay several thousand pounds to an estate agent to sell your home, when you can sell it yourself online for free.

Build your dream home for less!

by John Fitzsimons | The Stamp Duty change has provided a boost to those looking to build their first home rather than just buy it.

Published in March 2010

Three massive first-time buyer mistakes

by John Fitzsimons | Buying your first house is a big step, but many first-time buyers make these classic mistakes

Three massive first-time buyer mistakes - Video script

by John Fitzsimons | Buying your first house is a big step, but many first-time buyers make these classic mistakes

Sell your home like a Norwegian and make thousands

by Harvey Jones | Harvey Jones did, and sold his property in two days for thousands of pounds more than the original price.

The top worst 10 towns for property repossessions

by John Fitzsimons | If you own a property in one of these towns, then your property is more likely to be de-valued by local repossessions. John Fitzsimons looks at what you can do if your home is at risk.

Save thousands on your property

by Tim Wilson | Our mortgage expert explains how to get the right price for your dream home

Five ways to make thousands from your home!

by John Fitzsimons | No need to worry about house prices – your home is an asset you can easily make money out of, without having to sell up!

Watch out for these hidden fees!

by Neil Faulkner | Be on your guard when buying or selling a property for these secret fees and commissions!

Published in February 2010

I dodged the housing crash

by Cliff D'Arcy | Cliff D'Arcy foresaw the coming housing crash and sold his family home five years ago to wait out the falls as a tenant. How did this decision turn out?

Buy your next home on Google!

by John Fitzsimons | Hate estate agents and rip-off property charges? You'll love this news.

Britain's greatest property investors - Part 2

by Cliff D'Arcy | We look at the six more property barons who got rich off property in the 1995-2007 boom, and uncover the secrets of their success!

Britain’s greatest property investors

by Cliff D'Arcy | During the property boom of 1995 to 2007, homeowners made £3,000 billion. We look at Britain's biggest property barons, and what we can learn from them.

Buy your home online and get a bargain!

by Neil Faulkner | Online property auctions are a fascinating new way to get on or move up the property market, and Neil Faulkner reckons some good deals can be done.

The 12 biggest property blunders

by Rachel Wait | If you’re hoping to buy a property, make sure you don’t fall foul of these 12 mistakes...

Top 10 property websites

by John Fitzsimons | Whether you're buying or selling a property, you'll save £££ by visiting one of these websites first.

How to buy a repossessed property

by Szu Ping Chan | Repossessions are at a 14-year high, so now is the perfect time to bag a property bargain. However, be aware of the pitfalls too...

Oldham is the cheapest place to buy property

by John Fitzsimons | New research has suggested that Oldham is the cheapest town in the country to buy property in. Should we all move there?

Published in January 2010

The property market is bouncing back

by Chris Torney | A quick look at recent headlines suggests this is indeed the case. But dig a little deeper and you'll find there isn't good news for everyone.

The truth about property and wealth in Britain

by Malcolm Wheatley | Who wants to be a self-employed, degree-educated, London homeowner? New research from the Office for National Statistics provides some fascinating facts about property and wealth in Britain, reports Malcolm Wheatley.

Buy property now, say investors

by Neil Faulkner | Investors are increasingly backing the housing market. Have they already gone too far?

Property hotspots of 2009!

by Jane Baker | Nationwide reveals house prices rose 3.4% last year, but were the property hotspots near you?