Estate agents' fees are expensive and usually the higher the value of your home, the higher the charge. But, much of the work involved in estate agency is hidden behind the curtain. Unless your agent calls you daily with an update about what they have done that day, you, as the homeowner, might be left in the dark.

With the rising cost of living and inflation, your pension contributions may not add up to much when you reach retirement. Could property investment be the answer to protect your income in your later years? Find out in this article.

Moving house is a huge undertaking and something that no homeowner goes into lightly. Often, this decision takes years to come to. But how do you know that the time is right to move - when you reach the tipping point. Read on to find out more.

Newly built properties can be excellent. Everything is brand new and ready for you to move into. Why, then, is there such a huge market for older or 'second-hand' properties? This article will show the pros and cons, helping you decide whether to buy new or not.