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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...
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...
Get your security deposit back when you move out
Your security deposit is an upfront payment made when moving into a rental home. The deposit protects your landlord from any costs associated with you damaging the property, failing to pay rent or...
Gas leak at home: Key signs and what to do
Are you worried about a potential gas leak in your home? Natural gas poses a risk of fire or even an explosion. Here's how to detect a gas leak and what to do if you suspect there's gas in the air...
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...
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...
Renter’s Rights Bill looks to cap advance rent at one month
Landlords will only be able to request a maximum of one month's rent in advance if the new Renter's Rights Bill becomes law. The cap on advance rent is a new addition to the bill, which has...
Energy
What is a fixed-rate tariff?
UK residents have a choice of two types of energy tariffs in their homes - a standard variable tariff or a fixed rate tariff. Choosing the right option for your home will have a big impact on how...
What the July 2024 energy price cap means for you
The July 2024 energy price cap is now in effect, with the annual bill for the average household falling by around 7% to £1,568 a year. This is welcome news for households on variable energy tariffs....
Setting up Energy in the UK
In this guide, we've included some of the most common questions on energy, including how to set up and manage your energy, the UK's energy infrastructure and a glossary of common key terms you'll...
Simple ways to stay cool & save energy in the summer
As the great British summertime heats up, people around the country fight to stay cool. Keeping your home - and yourself - frosty doesn't need to cost a fortune. With a few simple tricks, you can...
Broadband & TV
Why 2G and 3G smart meters are going to stop working
Why are the owners of 3G smart meters losing service? Some of the UK's earliest smart meter adopters could lose their smart meter functionality in the coming years as 2G and 3G mobile networks are...
Which is the best broadband supplier for customer service?
We're all about helping people find the best broadband supplier. We've helped thousands of movers set up their perfect packages. Along the way, we've learned that the best choice for broadband can...
Is it cheaper to get broadband without a landline?
Are you looking to set up broadband without a landline? UK internet used to be delivered over the same copper cables as telephone signals. That meant that if you wanted broadband, you'd need to take...
Movie night? You can now stream ‘Barbenheimer’ online
'Barbenheimer' took the global box office by storm this past summer, emerging as one of the most significant cinematic events of the year. Together, these two blockbuster hits, 'Barbie' and...
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Moving Guides
Renting furniture vs buying furniture: Which is better?
Renting furniture vs buying - it's one of the biggest decisions movers need to make. If you're new to the UK, you likely did not ship any furniture with you internationally. With a clean slate available in your new property, the decision becomes even more important....
The complete UK moving home checklist 2024
Cut some of the stress out of moving with our complete UK moving home checklist, updated for 2024! We help thousands of movers every year save time, money and effort setting up their new home and we're experts on everything you need to do to get set up and settled in....
Moving to the UK? Top tips on getting the best exchange rates
When you’re moving to a new country, getting the best possible exchange rates for your currency is a priority. It’s all about timing, and your money will go further if you transfer your savings, salary or both at the right time. Whether that's before or after you...
Connecting utilities: what happens when you move home?
Moving house is already complicated, and disconnecting and connecting utilities at your old and new home is another piece of the puzzle. To make things simpler, we've broken down what to do with each of your essential utilities and services when you move out and the...
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