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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...
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...
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...
Sky Sports to air 70% more Premier League games this season
With the 2025/26 Premier League season set to kick off on August 15th, dedicated football fans are already marking their calendars for the most exciting matchups. However, changes to this year's...
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 much could you save with a foreign exchange broker?
Is it worth hiring a professional foreign exchange broker when you move internationally? Moving across countries is one of life’s most stressful experiences. You’re forced to juggle changes to your...
Energy
Rebel Energy goes bust: here’s what you should do if you’re a Rebel customer
Rebel Energy, a UK-based energy supplier with approximately 90,000 customers (80,000 domestic and 10,000 business users), has now ceased trading. The company will now leave industry regulator Ofgem...
Energy price cap to rise by 6.4% in April 2025, adding £111 to average annual bills
As of today, April 1, 2025, Ofgem's previously announced energy price cap increase has come into effect, raising the average annual household energy bill by £111 to £1,849. This 6.4% increase...
What are energy standing charges? Does everyone pay them?
Take a look at your latest energy bill and you'll see it's calculated based on both your usage and daily standing charges. You're billed a standing charge daily for each fuel you have at the...
Will there be a UK gas shortage this winter?
Will the UK face a gas shortage this winter? British Gas owner Centrica inspired concern about ongoing gas supply when it revealed that the UK 'has less than a week of gas demand in store'....
Broadband & TV
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...
Sky Sports to air 70% more Premier League games this season
With the 2025/26 Premier League season set to kick off on August 15th, dedicated football fans are already marking their calendars for the most exciting matchups. However, changes to this year's...
Water
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...
Utility bills in the UK: how are they calculated?
Whether you own or rent a property in the UK, it's important to understand how your utility bills are calculated. Utility bills refer to the various charges that you incur for the services at your...
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...
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...
Council tax
Utility bills in the UK: how are they calculated?
Whether you own or rent a property in the UK, it's important to understand how your utility bills are calculated. Utility bills refer to the various charges that you incur for the services at your...
Which areas have the UK’s highest Council Tax?
Where in the UK has the most expensive Council Tax and which areas pay the least? We've ranked every local authority in the UK - check out where your Council falls below, as well as more details on...
Am I paying too much Council Tax?
Could you be paying too much Council Tax? Your Council Tax bill is based on the value of your property and the area you live in. Add in the possible available discounts and it can be hard to tell if...
How to get proof of address in the UK
Proof of address is one of the key pieces of ID you'll need while living in the UK. You'll be asked for it when opening a bank account, registering for local services, starting a tenancy and more....
Moving Guides
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 elections. Voting lets you influence your country and community and has been...
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 ending the tenancy early. When you move out, your deposit is returned...
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,...
What you need to know about the Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS)
The Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS) is a fee new immigrants to the UK pay to access NHS healthcare. The charge has been in place since 2015, Whether you'll be required to pay depends on the immigration status you're applying for. Who has to pay the...
PCM News
Dawn of the AI Estate Agent
How long until hunting for properties is handled by an AI estate agent? The potential for using artificial intelligence in the real estate industry was a hot topic of discussion during the surge in interest in AI following the launch of Dall.E 2, Chat GPT 4 and Stable...
Earn up to £4,000 a year from your parking space
As utility bills and home move experts, we're always on the lookout for ways to make running a home a little more affordable. One way to do that is by finding easy ways to earn extra cash - did you know you could be earning up to £4000 a year from your driveway or...
Work Smarter: Passive income in the property industry
Amid a worldwide slowdown in economic growth, professionals in the property industry have seen an almost universal decline in people looking to move. As the cost of living rises, tenants are choosing to stay put, private landlords are exiting the market and mortgage...
Please Connect Me joins Relocate the Profit
Please Connect Me is continuing in its pledge to contribute to the global community by joining the charitable initiative Relocate the Profit. The philanthropic initiative brings together professionals from across the relocation industry in the pursuit of two goals: to...