Extending an existing property is easier and more convenient than moving to a larger home, one industry organisation has said.The National Home Improvement Council (NHIC) has said that the cost of moving can sometimes be the same as adding space to a current home. "It is much more convenient to...

The government's fuel poverty scheme has been extended to include provisions for heat pumps and solar panels.Green energy firm eaga has announced slight changes to the Warm Front initiative, which provides financial support to fund energy-efficient home improvements for low-income households, following a new agreement with the government.The Newcastle-based company...

A growing number of Britons are turning to DIY in a bid to beat the credit crunch, new research from Sainsbury's Home Insurance has revealed.An estimated 65 per cent of homeowners have carried out improvement or renovation work themselves over the past 12 months.By undertaking plumbing, electrical and decorating projects...

With many investors looking to the long-term future rather than simply the current economic climate, it is far from surprising that a significant proportion of landlords are looking to expand their portfolios. That is according to Clarity Commercial, which has welcomed the latest figures from the Association of Residential Letting...