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What’s the average water bill in the UK 2024?
How much is the average water bill for a UK household? With the news that water bills are set to rise over the next five years, many households want to see how much they can expect to spend in 2025...
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...
What is a standard variable 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 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....
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,...
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...
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...
Energy
Predictions for the October energy price cap
Market analysts at Cornwall Insights have officially released their predictions for the October energy price cap. While the new price cap won't be confirmed by Ofgem until August 25th, Cornwall...
Are we facing the end of the energy price cap?
On August 25th, UK energy regulator Ofgem will announce the latest price cap rates, but there are growing calls from within both Ofgem and the government for the end of the energy price cap...
Customers of smaller energy companies are happier with their service
Uk energy regulator Ofgem reports that customers are increasingly dissatisfied with their energy providers' customer service. However, those registered with small energy suppliers seem to be bucking...
How much does it cost to run an air fryer? (Updated 2023)
Depending on who you ask, the air fryer might just be the greatest introduction to your kitchen counters since sliced bread. For the uninitiated, air fryers are countertop convection ovens that use...
Broadband & TV
TV licence fee frozen until 2024
Good news for telly lovers - one of the bills that won't be going up this April is your TV licence fee. Householders typically see increases to regular bills in April as companies make...
Where to watch the BAFTA 2023 winners in the UK
Be honest - had you seen every film that won at the BAFTA 2023 ceremony this week? With "All Quiet on the Western Front" sweeping up seven awards, it's definitely become a must-see. For all those...
Ofcom investigate mid-contract price rises for broadband
Ofcom, the UK regulator for communication technologies including the internet, has launched an investigation into mid-contract price rises for broadband. The inquiry comes after BT, Virgin Media and...
How to raise a broadband complaint
If you're having problems with your internet, it can feel overwhelming to know where to go to raise a broadband complaint. From your internet supplier's support team to an independent consumer...
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Moving Guides
Which are the UK’s best cities for expats?
ECA International has published its annual report on the best cities for expats in Europe. The report considers factors like the local environment, housing availability, facilities and personal safety when providing their rankings of more than 500 locations. For the...
How to bleed a radiator
Knowing how to bleed a radiator is crucial to keeping your heating performing at its best. Trapped air in your radiators creates cold spots, meaning they give off less heat. To save money on your bills and keep your home warm make sure you bleed your radiators...
Gazunder offers and Gazumping: What’s the law in the UK?
If you're looking into buying a house, you've probably heard the terms gazunder and gazump being used by property agents and industry analysts. While they may sound like characters from a kid's TV show, these terms both refer to last-minute offers when buying a house....
Can an estate agent lie about offers?
Can an estate agent lie to you as they try to sell your home? It's a question many sellers find themselves asking as they dive into the process of listing their home on the market. One common cause for mistrust is around buyers making offers below the listed selling...
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