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Thinking about broadband speeds in London? Need faster broadband, or moving home and concerned about the internet speed in your new home? Broadband speeds across the capital vary considerably, with some areas among the lowest in the UK. However, there's no need to put up with low speeds, wherever you live. Just make sure you're aware of the options and find the deal that works for you. Superfast Speeds Across the UK...But Not in London You've probably seen adverts on TV, in print, and online, boasting superfast broadband speeds. You might even have heard co-workers, friends, and family...
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Rightmove have released their latest house price index and it has some interesting figures for those looking to sell their home. According to their findings, properties coming to market on Rightmove in London as a whole have seen a price rise of 1.1% in the month of July but this can be split into Inner London and Outer London. Inner London which consists of Hackney, Tower Hamlets, Islington and nine other boroughs in the centre of London have seen asking prices rise 2.6% in July. If you head further afield to Outer London which consists of Newham, Waltham Forest, Haringey, Barking &...
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Well, if you’re a landlord outside London, it’s good news according to Sam Mitchell of Rightmove. Rental prices in the UK have seen an average rise of 2.8% in quarter 2 (April-June) this year. London has not fared so well with a modest fall of -0.2%. The annual picture doesn’t offer a much better outlook with rent decreasing in London by -3.2% over the past year as opposed to a 1.9% increase across the UK. Unfortunately for the rest of the UK, London is usually a barometer for what is going to happen to prices in the not too distant future. Prices may be increasing now but a decline...
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As much as you love your home, it’s time to move so you have an estate agent over to value your property. They come in, tell you how lovely it is and much to your surprise value it for a hefty chunk over what you expected for it. You’re delighted. A few months later after agreeing to their high fees and you still haven’t sold with the few viewings you have only generating one offer for well below asking price. What has happened to that hefty chunk the estate agent promised and why won’t they let you leave your contract to go with another agent that has buyers waiting? The above is quite a...
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In the right hands, gas is safe, however if things go wrong gas appliances can cause gas leaks, fires, explosions and carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning. Carbon monoxide is a highly poisonous substance produced by the incomplete burning of carbon-based products, such as natural gas and liquid petroleum gas (LPG). This happens when a gas appliance has been incorrectly fitted, badly repaired or poorly maintained. It can also occur if flues, chimneys or vents are blocked. Carbon monoxide is known as the Silent Killer, because you can’t see it, taste it or smell it and it can kill quickly with no...
