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How could a government shutdown affect you financially?
The Explainer The status of various food, housing, and loan programs may become uncertain if the government shuts down
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The Liberal Democrat housing drama
Why Everyone's Talking About Ed Davey suffered a bruising defeat on the conference floor leading some to question his leadership
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How climate change is going to change the insurance industry
The Explainer Some regions will soon be 'uninsurable'
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The pros and cons of new-builds
Pros and Cons More options for first-time buyers and lower bills are offset by ‘new-build premium’ and the chance of delays
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The UK’s looming rental crisis
feature Focus on the UK’s mortgage ‘timebomb’ has left plight of private renters largely overlooked
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When is the ideal time to buy a house?
In Depth Rising interest rates and a volatile property market may deter would-be buyers
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Pension vs. property: which is best for your retirement?
feature While saving into a pension can have tax-free benefits, some will be persuaded by rising property values
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How the Grenfell tragedy changed the UK
feature Six years on since the government vowed to ‘learn lessons’ has sufficient progress been made?
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Mortgage interest rates: when will they come down?
feature About three quarters of the UK’s 20 biggest lenders have increased rates since the end of May
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UK house prices fall at fastest rate for nearly 14 years
Speed Read First-time buyers may welcome the news but higher than expected inflation means mortgage costs remain an issue
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How to make money from the self-storage boom
feature Self-storage is reportedly on the brink of becoming a £1bn-a-year business
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How much does moving house cost?
feature Mortgage deposit is only one of various fees to consider when buying a new home
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Pros and cons of building on the green belt
Pros and Cons More housing and lower house prices must be weighed against urban sprawl and conservation concerns
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Pros and cons of buy-to-let investing
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