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Stamping down stamp duty

We know charts aren't the most exciting way to start a newsletter but this one is pretty astonishing, showing how out of step stamp duty is with inflation, earnings and house prices. Stamp duty doesn't just look bad it feels bad too, coming as quite a shock to most people who buy a home probably 2 or 3 times in a lifetime, assuming they can afford to. In our report Stamping on Aspiration published last week, we called on the government to raise all thresholds for this tax annually in line with house prices. Read our recommendations in full >>> 

Turn your home into a film set and earn some money on the side


It's not just stately homes for period dramas that film location companies are on the look out for. Attic rooms in Sydenham are just as likely to get their moment of fame >>>
First time buyers
The Net Location is a London based network of graduates and young professionals. We'll be joining their panel of property experts at their next event aimed at unravelling the secrets to finding the right property. Join us with 20% off tickets by entering the code HOA on their ticket booking site


House Price Watch 


They're on the up! Review house prices in your area using this month's House Price Watch. We've compiled all the latest information out there so you don't have to. 

How did your estate agent do?

The HomeOwners Alliance is continuing to campaign to make the commission charged by estate agents more open and transparent.  Thanks for filling in our anonymous survey. If you haven't already done so it only takes 5 minutes!

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How to make a complaint against your estate agent

Having had lots of people contacting us with complaints about their agent, we have worked up a new guide on how to complain and what you can expect >>>
You've all been busy this month reading:
- do I need planning permission?
- how should I deal with noisy neighbours? 
how much should I pay the Estate Agent?
- how do I know I'm not paying too much?
- the legal side of buying a home explained
- leasehold vs freehold explained
When do I know I have to replace my roof?
Read our Chartered Surveyor's answer...
How do I know I've been gazumped and it's not just the estate agent trying it on? Our expert solicitor and estate agent were on hand with advice...
JOIN TODAY to Ask an Expert and receive an answer within 48 hours
Green Deal Consumer Watch.
Read the experience of one couple and some dodgy cold callers >>>>
Housing News
- New planning permission holiday for certain works came into effect on 30 May. Read what this means and tell us what you think >>>

- Home buyers biggest regret is buying too small according to new research >>>

- 6000 homes sold in 6 months under the Right to Buy Scheme >>>

- private renting is "damaging" children's lives >>>
Where do I start with a new build eco home on my land?
Read our Planning Expert's advice...
The Right to Buy 
Our guide on buying your council home and the issues you need to consider first >>> 
For most of us getting an architect in to talk about remodelling our homes would be too much of a luxury. But the charity Shelter and the Royal Institute of British Architects have teamed up to create a scheme that brings an architect into your house without breaking the bank >>>
HomeHelpline
We're busy developing a HomeHelpline for all your buying and selling questions. So however big or small the question we'll be just a phone call away. The helpline will be available to members and will be launched soon - watch this space!
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