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9 simple ways to save energy at Christmas
Looking for ways to save energy at Christmas? With the holiday season comes festive lights, warm gatherings and cosy comforts, but it’s also a time when our energy consumption spikes. With a few...
What to do in a home power cut
A power cut at home is stressful, but there are a few simple things to do when the electricity goes out. Check your fuse box to make sure it's not just your home Check your DNO's website Call 105,...
How Christmas TV became a UK tradition & what to watch in 2024
Since 1957 Christmas TV has been almost as big a part of festive celebrations as carols, presents or even a turkey dinner. In 2020, the average Brit spent 24 hours and 45 minutes watching TV in...
Do I need a TV licence in the UK? (Updated 2024)
Do I need a TV licence? It's a question we hear from those moving home in the UK on a daily basis. TV licensing sends regular reminders to homes without a licence to remind them to register for one....
How much does it cost to get keys cut?
Are you paying too much to get keys cut? A spare key or two can prove invaluable if you get locked out of your home, but that doesn't mean you should break the bank. The cost of getting a typical...
7 unexpected bills that add to the cost of moving home
There are so many pieces that go into the cost of moving home that it's easy to forget some. However, these unexpected expenses can add hundreds of pounds to your moving bills. When you're budgeting...
Relocating with pets? Here’s 9 things you need to know
Moving internationally means pulling off dozens of complicated and important manoeuvrers in order, and when you're relocating with your pets it adds a new set of concerns. More than half of the...
The unexpected cost of downsizing when you move
A quarter of UK homeowners want to downsize when they retire, but 22% say that the cost of downsizing will make it impossible. Downsizing means moving to a smaller property, usually to save money,...
Energy
Should we scrap energy standing charges?
Energy standing charges are a fixed daily charge paid by every household in the UK - so why have they become so controversial? Read on for more information on how standing charges affect your bill...
GBIS and HUG offer free home upgrades to thousands
The UK government is offering two new forms of support to help households improve their energy efficiency - the Great British Insulation Scheme (GBIS) and the Home Upgrade Grant (HUG). Qualifying...
Installing an electric car charger: What you need to know
Electric Vehicles (EV) are becoming increasingly popular in the UK, and having your own electric car charger installed at home adds an extra layer of convenience. In this guide, we've broken down...
Octopus buys Shell Energy
Octopus Energy has confirmed they will take over supplying 1.5 million Shell Energy customers as they purchase the retailer's home energy businesses in the UK and Germany. Shell announced that they...
Broadband & TV
How to cancel Sky TV, broadband, mobile and more
Just like Virgin Media, Sky is a very popular choice for entertainment and internet services in the UK. However, circumstances may arise where you need to cancel your Sky subscription or consider...
When will 6G mobile networks be rolled out?
With 5G still being rolled out worldwide, the telecom industry's sights are already set on the next step - 6G mobile internet. 6G refers to the next standard for mobile data transfer. Just as 5G...
Energy market exit: Shell Energy and Broadband for sale
Shell has announced the sale of its energy and broadband arms, alongside its exit from the retail energy business. The news comes amid concerns that rumours of the end of the energy crisis have been...
Is Sky down? What to do when your broadband isn’t working
Reliable internet connectivity has become an essential part of our everyday lives, and when broadband services experience disruptions, it can be frustrating. If you're a Sky customer in the UK and...
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Moving Guides
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...
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 mean different things to different people. One big influence on how...
How to change your driving licence address online
If you're moving home, updating your driving licence address is one of the essential tasks to cross off your to-do list. If you don't keep your driving licence up to date, you could be fined up to £1000! Luckily, the process of updating your address with the DVLA...
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