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Save on using your mobile abroad
Using your mobile abroad can quickly turn your dream holiday into a nightmare if you’re not properly prepared. Mobile phones and a constant internet connection have become part of daily life for...
Should I switch to a fixed energy tariff in October 2025?
Should you switch to a fixed energy tariff? Households across the UK are searching for ways to fight the rising cost of living and keep bills low. Switching energy tariffs is one potential method...
Watch 4K TV at home: The ultimate guide
Find out how to watch 4K TV at home with our ultimate guide. Learn how to stream in 4K, watch 4K TV live and get ready for the future of Ultra-High Definition TV in 8K and beyond. What is 4K...
Small UK broadband companies: Inside indie broadband
Should you choose indie broadband? Small and independent internet suppliers are connecting more and more homes across the UK. Many indie suppliers offer lower prices and faster speeds than...
Is Thames Water publicly owned? Who owns Thames Water in 2025?
Who owns Thames Water? Thames Water is the UK’s largest water company, providing clean water and wastewater services for more than 15.5 million people in and around London. Currently, Thames Water...
What is Freeview TV?
What is Freeview - and is it really free? Some of the UK’s most popular TV channels, including the BBC, ITV and Channel 4, are part of a package of channels known as Freeview. Despite the name, you...
Do I need a TV licence? (Updated 2025)
While many households are legally required to pay the licence fee, it’s becoming increasingly common not to need a licence at all. Find out if you’re exempt from paying for a licence, and if you...
Heat Pumps for homes: The ultimate guide
As heating bills have continued to climb since the UK energy crisis, heat pumps are regularly suggested as a way to cut home energy bills. With the energy price cap rising by another 2% in October,...
Energy
Heat Pumps for homes: The ultimate guide
As heating bills have continued to climb since the UK energy crisis, heat pumps are regularly suggested as a way to cut home energy bills. With the energy price cap rising by another 2% in October,...
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...
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 to find and use your fuse box
Do you know where to find the fuse box in your home? Finding and testing the fusebox is one of the day-one priorities on our home move checklist. Unfortunately, many people live in their homes for...
Broadband & TV
Do I need a TV licence? (Updated 2025)
While many households are legally required to pay the licence fee, it’s becoming increasingly common not to need a licence at all. Find out if you’re exempt from paying for a licence, and if you...
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...
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
Students: here’s what you need to know about council tax exemption
Whether you are heading off to university or college for the first time or switching to new accommodation, remember to register for student Council Tax exemption. If everyone in your household is a...
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...
Moving Guides
How to set up council tax in the UK
Remembering to set up Council Tax when you move home is an easy task to miss off your checklist but it's an important one. Council Tax pays for essential local services, including rubbish collection, roads and fire services. If you don't register with your council,...
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,...
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...