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What’s the average water bill in the UK (2025)?
What’s the average UK water bill for 2025/26? The average water bill for a UK household in 2025 is £603, according to Water UK. This is an increase of more than 26% on 2024’s average of £473 a year....
Energy price cap to increase by 2% in October 2025
The UK's energy regulator, Ofgem's Energy price cap is now in effect for October 1 to December 31, 2025. This change will affect millions of households across the country on standard variable...
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...
Energy
Energy Price Cap update: what July’s changes mean for your bills
If you're moving home this summer, there's some encouraging news when it comes to your energy bills. From 1 July 2025, the energy price cap, which limits what suppliers can charge on standard...
What happens when your energy supplier goes bust
Do you know what to do when your energy supplier goes bust? Here is everything you need to know when that happens. Energy market in the past few years Over the past few years, the UK's energy market...
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...
Broadband & TV
Which carrier network does your mobile use?
The UK is home to dozens of mobile companies - but did you know they all use one of four possible carrier networks? Knowing which carrier network your phone uses is crucial for checking your...
What is the Sky Glass Air?
Sky has released its new generation of Sky Glass Streaming TVs, including the Sky Glass Air. Sleeker and more lightweight than the original Sky Glass and the Sky Glass Gen 2, the Air is also a...
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...
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
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...
2023 Market Expectations Report: Insights from property and global mobility professionals
Please Connect Me strives to always stay one step ahead of trends in housing and relocation. Knowing what to expect means we can provide our partners and clients with the best possible service. To help us achieve this, Please Connect Me carries out a survey of...