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Regional house prices: South West (6 comments)
An average property price for each region is calculated using the official sale prices published by the Land Registry and the Registers of Scotland. Average prices: South West   April 2008… more ›
How to be a local expert (0 comments)
If you've just moved to a new area, it can take time to find your feet and make yourself at home there. Help, however, is at hand. Our guide to getting to know your new area will help you feel… more ›
Who benefits from falling house prices? (39 comments)
House prices fell 2.5% in May, according to Nationwide - the largest monthly drop since the building society began taking records in 1991. The fact that the comparison pre-dates the house price crash… more ›
Renting tips (18 comments)
As rising prices keep many first-time buyers off the property ladder, the popularity of renting continues to grow. Renters are renting for longer too - the average age of a first-time buyer is now… more ›
Is going green too much effort? (6 comments)
Many of us are doing our bit to go green - from recycling more to turning thermostats down - but a DEFRA survey suggests a quarter of us find it too much effort to be environmentally friendly. Is a… more ›
The UpMyStreet moving checklist (2 comments)
Psychological studies show that moving home is one of the most stressful life events, on a par with divorce and losing your job. But, with the right planning and organisation, you can take the… more ›

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