Experts at the Halifax building society are predicting a 4.5% fall in house values this year, meaning that prices are approximately 20% lower than the 2007 peak. This drop may seem alarming in itself, but one cannot ignore the fact that the average cost of a home, at over £160 K, is historically still very high,

For any developer trying to complete a new property, or homeowner trying to sell one on, it is vital that the interior looks pristine before it is put on the market, as the condition of the living environment is one of the first things a potential buyer will scrutinise...

According to Phil Spencer, the presenter of Location, Location, Location and its spin-off, Relocation, Relocation, there are several ways to add value to your house, as well as make it more saleable, beyond doing the obvious such as converting loft space or adding a conservatory...