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More than £1.7 million raised at SBK’s land and property auction

An impressive £1.7 million was raised when just six lots successfully went under the hammer at SBK’s auction last week. A Grade II listed castle, ...
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Government funding available to upgrade energy inefficient homes

Homeowners in England should contact their local council to find out if they are eligible for government funding for upgrading energy inefficient properties. The Home ...
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Deadline looms for tax returns

HMRC is urging landlords not to miss the deadline for submission of online tax returns. A hefty fine will be dished out if you don’t ...
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Beware bamboo!

Homeowners are being warned of the dangers posed to buildings by bamboo infestations. Invasive plant removal firm Environet claims unmanaged bamboo can spread even further ...
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Essential spending has risen 10% this year

Essential spending has risen 10% year-on-year compared with 6% for non-essentials. A breakdown of peoples’ spending by the Nationwide in its monthly Spending Report, showed ...
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Mortgage lender offers help for energy efficient home improvements

Most homeowners hope to make energy efficiency-related home improvements within five years, but three quarters admit they cannot afford them. Research carried out by Barclays Bank ...
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