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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,...
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...
Energy
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...
Which energy supplier is right for you?
Switching energy suppliers is one of the simplest ways to save on your energy bills, but how do you choose an energy supplier? The differences between energy suppliers may not be immediately...
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...
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
15 easy tips for saving water
Our top tips for saving water are here to help keep your bills and your carbon footprint low. Saving water reduces your environmental impact by cutting the energy needed to clean, transport and heat...
The water bill jargon buster – Understanding your water bill
Understanding your water bill is key to being sure you're paying the right amount every month. We've put together this water bill jargon buster to make things a little easier. You'll find...
Should I get a water meter fitted?
Every home in the UK has meters that measure energy usage, but only about half have a water meter fitted. If you don't currently have one, installing a water meter could reduce your monthly bills...
How much will you spend on household bills in 2024?
Be prepared, household bills in 2024 are set to change from April 1st. Across the UK, Council Tax, broadband services and utilities will see price increases for millions of customers. We've broken...
Council tax
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....
How will Council Tax increase in 2024?
Council Tax - the bill paid to local authorities for essential services - is adjusted at the beginning of the Tax Year on April 1st. The new rates are based on inflation, as well as rising...
How does garden waste collection work in the UK?
We've already published a guide on which bin is which in the UK, but how does garden waste collection work? For homes with a garden green waste disposal can be a regular inconvenience. Plant matter...
Moving Guides
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...
How Migrate makes moving to London easier
Moving to London is stressful, especially if you're new to the UK. Between the UK immigration process and finding a home in one of the world's busiest capitals, it's hard to know where to start. Fortunately, that's where our partner Migrate London comes in. Migrate's...
Waste Collection: Which bin should you use?
Do you know which bin to use when you're throwing out rubbish, food waste and recycling? The problem of where to throw your waste away can quickly get complicated in the UK. Which bin to use for what, as well as when to put your bins out for collection, depends on...
PCM News
Council Tax – what is it, and how to register
If you live in the UK, the chances are that you pay Council Tax to your local authority. The amount of tax paid will vary based on the value of your property, as well as if you’re eligible for a Council Tax discount. Most people aged 18 and over pay Council Tax in the...
5G vs Starlink: Which is faster?
From SpaceX's Starlink to 5G mobile internet, in 2023 the options for internet connections that don't rely on traditional infrastructure are better than ever. If you don't have access to one of the UK's major broadband networks, or if you're looking for higher speeds,...
1% deposit scheme launched to help first time buyers
Property developer Fairview has announced a new 1% deposit scheme, designed to make taking the first step on the property ladder a little easier. The scheme, called 'Save to Buy' is available to first-time buyers who meet certain criteria. The goal of the reduced...
Canopy Grow: The new service to help renters build credit
Proptech platform Canopy Rent has launched its latest service for renters - Canopy Grow. Grow is designed to make building UK credit history and improving your credit score simple for renters. Too often, paying rent can feel like a zero-sum game, but Canopy has found...