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Energy price cap to increase by 2% in October 2025
The UK's energy regulator, Ofgem, has announced a new energy price cap for the period of October 1 to December 31, 2025. This change will affect millions of households across the country on standard...
How much mobile data do I need?
Choosing the right mobile data allowance is one of the hardest parts of setting up a new phone plan. Too little, and you’ll find yourself losing internet access when you need it most - or paying for...
Decode your tenancy agreement with our Rental Jargon Buster
Your tenancy agreement is a vital legal document. The agreement outlines the terms of your rental contract with your landlord. If a tenant and homeowner are ever in disagreement, the answer should...
What is a property inventory, and what should it include?
If you’re renting a home, an accurate property inventory is essential to protecting yourself as a tenant. If you do have a dispute with your landlord, you can refer to your property inventory as...
Sky Stream vs Chrome Cast: Which should you choose?
Sky Stream is Sky TV’s newest hardware option. A compact under-the-TV box, Sky Stream allows you to watch both live TV and streaming services in one convenient place. That sounds great - but how...
6 free hacks for faster internet at home
Looking for easy ways to get faster internet at home? If you’re tired of sluggish downloads, endless buffering or jerky video calls, then this is the guide for you. We’ve compiled our top tips for...
What is a CPZ? How to get a parking pass in Controlled Parking Zone
Is your home in a CPZ? If you’re moving to a new area or have recently got a car, you need to make sure you have permission to park around your house. In the UK, most councils operate CPZs or...
Landlords, Letting Agents and Property Managers: What’s the Difference?
Rented homes can be managed by a landlord, letting agent, or property manager – and sometimes all three. While the three roles are similar, there are key differences. Knowing which is which makes...
Energy
Energy price cap to increase by 2% in October 2025
The UK's energy regulator, Ofgem, has announced a new energy price cap for the period of October 1 to December 31, 2025. This change will affect millions of households across the country on standard...
Can I save energy by unplugging things?
How much energy can you really save by unplugging things around the house? Hunting down devices left on standby is a common energy-saving tip - in fact, it’s one of our 100+ simple ways to save...
How to find and use your fuse box
Do you know where to find the fuse box in your home? Finding and testing the fusebox is one of the day-one priorities on our home move checklist. Unfortunately, many people live in their homes for...
Which energy supplier is right for you?
Switching energy suppliers is one of the simplest ways to save on your energy bills, but how do you choose an energy supplier? The differences between energy suppliers may not be immediately...
Broadband & TV
How much mobile data do I need?
Choosing the right mobile data allowance is one of the hardest parts of setting up a new phone plan. Too little, and you’ll find yourself losing internet access when you need it most - or paying for...
Sky Stream vs Chrome Cast: Which should you choose?
Sky Stream is Sky TV’s newest hardware option. A compact under-the-TV box, Sky Stream allows you to watch both live TV and streaming services in one convenient place. That sounds great - but how...
6 free hacks for faster internet at home
Looking for easy ways to get faster internet at home? If you’re tired of sluggish downloads, endless buffering or jerky video calls, then this is the guide for you. We’ve compiled our top tips for...
What’s the best broadband company for customer service in 2025?
We all want the best broadband service possible at home, from the speed of our downloads to how reliable our connection is. However, one often overlooked area of internet packages is the customer...
Water
Ofwat to be Abolished: What it means for you
A major review of water services across the UK has made 88 recommended changes - the biggest of which is abolishing the current regulatory body Ofwat. The review was headed by Sir Jon Cunliffe as...
What is a stopcock? How to turn off your water
Finding the stopcock in your new home should be one of the first things you do on moving day. In a plumbing emergency, it can be the only thing standing between you and hundreds of pounds in...
How much will your water bill increase in 2025?
Are you prepared for a water bill increase in 2025? All but one of the UK's water companies will be increasing customer bills from April 1st. These price rises include the £160m of refunds Ofwat...
How to switch water suppliers
You currently can't switch water suppliers in the UK. The company that handles your clean water supply and wastewater disposal is decided by the area you live in When you move home, you're...
Council tax
How to set up council tax in the UK
Remembering to set up Council Tax when you move home is an easy task to miss off your checklist but it's an important one. Council Tax pays for essential local services, including rubbish...
How to register to vote when you move
Whether you're moving to a new home or it's your first time, taking the time to register to vote has multiple benefits. The most obvious is getting the ability to vote in local and national...
What does council tax pay for?
What does Council Tax pay for? Most households in the UK pay Council Tax to their local authority. The amount of tax paid is based on the value of their home, the rates set by the local council and...
What’s the average Council Tax bill in the UK?
In the 2024-2025 tax year, the average council tax charge for a Band D property is £2,171 a year in England, £2,024 a year in Wales and £1,421 in Scotland. Council Tax bands range from A (the lowest...
Moving Guides
Are professional packers worth it?
Should you hire professional packers when you move home? When the alternative is packing everything you own into bags and boxes while juggling every other part of the moving process, bringing in the experts is certainly appealing. However, the high cost of hiring...
How to pack clothes when you move
Are you looking for the best way to pack clothes when you move? In 2022, WRAP found the average UK resident owned 118 items of clothing. Sorting, packing and unpacking all these clothes is a major task, and one that makes the already difficult process of moving home...
What to pack in your day-one moving box
Packing a day-one moving box or bag full of home move essentials is a simple way to make your move less stressful. Having what you need for the first day in your new home to hand saves you from hunting through boxes when you’re already exhausted. So, what should you...
Why is moving house so stressful?
What is it that makes moving house so stressful? Moving to a new home is consistently ranked as one of the most stressful life events people go through. From house hunting to packing, to the move itself, to the unpacking, the entire experience is a long and arduous...
PCM News
What is the Renters’ Rights Bill
The Renters' Rights Bill is expected to become law after Easter this year and is expected to take effect between July and October 2025. What is the Renters' Rights Bill? The Renters' Rights Bill is a proposed piece of legislation designed to strengthen legal...
How to switch water suppliers
You currently can't switch water suppliers in the UK. The company that handles your clean water supply and wastewater disposal is decided by the area you live in When you move home, you're responsible for identifying and registering with your new supplier. Otherwise,...
How to register for water when you move
When you move into a UK home the water supply will be connected, but it's still important to register for water with your local supplier. Customers who fail to set up their accounts properly can be billed for water that they haven't used. Registering also means you...
Finding your dream job in London made simple
London is a world capital for finance, culture and history - it’s no wonder so many people choose to move here every year. However, with a population of 9.7 million, it’s easy to feel like a tiny fish in a giant pond! Luckily, there's plenty of expert help available...