Thankfully, many of us will go through life without having a serious dispute with our neighbours, but it can pay to know your rights in the event of a rogue hedge or unwanted extension intruding on your lawn. Boundary disputes, and related things like shared amenities (drainpipes, fences etc) are among the most common reasons… Read more
According to a recent survey from the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) 48 per cent of chartered surveyor estate agents have seen a rise in people investing in their homes. With the property market remaining precarious, property owners are choosing to improve rather than move. However, one common factor in decisions to move is… Read more
If you’re looking to enjoy a better night’s sleep at the cost of a few pennies, an iPhone app launched at the recent Edinburgh Science Festival this month could be just the thing. The Dream:ON app styles itself both as an aid to good rest, and a mass-participation social experiment to discover more about how… Read more
Celebs aren’t always vocal when it comes to talking about any work they’ve had done, but now and then they seem to come over all sharing and want to chat about their personal experience. One star that has followed the latter path of late is reality TV star Chanelle Hayes. The one time Posh Spice… Read more
The dawn of 2012 is here and there has never been a better time to think about new beginnings and fresh ways to generate yourself some cash for the year ahead. Letting your property out as a holiday home is a great way to do this. It is not only a lucrative project if you… Read more
Whether you’re trying to make your house more attractive to potential buyers, or just trying to make it that bit more pleasant to live in, it’s always handy to have a few pointers on inexpensive ways to brighten up a room. As the lounge is typically the space where you’ll be spending a good deal… Read more
For some people, the presence of exotic creatures such as snakes, spiders and scorpions in the ITV reality TV series I’m a Celebrity: Get Me Out of Here! Has them diving behind the sofa to hide their eyes, while for others it’s sparked an interest in keeping more unusual animals in the home. There are… Read more
New research, funded by charity Action on Hearing Loss, has raised hopes that scientists may one day find a cure for hearing problems, saving money for people using hearing aids and other treatments. The majority of hearing loss is caused by the loss of sensory hair cells in the inner ear, which humans cannot replace… Read more
If you own a static caravan, the chances are that you’ll treat it like a second home – perhaps it even is your home! However, unlike bricks and mortar-based housing, this accommodation can be protected with ease with a policy of insurance. Get the best deal and you will feel the benefit in your head,… Read more
Taxi fares in London could increase as much as fourfold due to the added time spent in traffic during the 2012 Olympic Games, a driver has warned. Russell Hall, who founded the website hailocab.com, told BBC News that there needs to be more cooperation between Olympics organisers and the capital’s taxi-driving community in order to… Read more