Trump’s economic shocks are derailing Britain’s building plans With major developments collapsing, pressure is growing on councils to concede on affordable housing and public amenities The Guardian - UK · Mar 21
HELOC Rules Are Changing: How to Get the Best Deal in 2026 New lender rules and shifting rates are changing how HELOCs work. Here’s how to compare options, avoid costly terms and borrow only what you need. Kiplinger · Mar 21
A Rare Moment in Family Tax Planning Has Arrived: 3 Ways to Seize It The tax landscape has stabilized, giving wealthy families an opportunity to move away from reactive decision-making and redirect their attention toward planning. Kiplinger · Mar 21
John Lewis tower block in west London with 465 homes gets green light The scheme in West Ealing will go ahead after being threatened by cancellation in recent weeks Evening Standard · Mar 20
Should you fix your mortgage rate? Experts weigh in on rising repayments In Australia’s volatile mortgage environment, there’s no such thing as a safe bet. Advocates, an economist and a broker share their perspectives on how households should respond to RBA’s rising interest rates The Guardian - AU · Mar 20
The greatest challenge Farage has ever faced – convincing the world he was never besties with Donald Trump The Reform UK leader has belatedly clocked that most British people really don’t like the US president on whose coat-tails he has spent the past decade riding, says Guardian columnist Marina Hyde The Guardian - UK · Mar 20
People Shared 51 Pics Of Their Childhood Hair Disasters As Their Parents Pretended To Be Hairdressers Not every childhood haircut happened in a salon—some took place at home, with a parent, a pair of scissors, and a surprising amount of confidence. The results were often unforgettable, and not always in a good way. That’s exactly what happened to one man, who recently shared a photo of… Bored Panda · Mar 20
Three more rate hikes tipped as prices begin to rise Construction contractors are already hiking prices due to rising fuel costs, in a sign the US-Israeli war in Iran is contributing to economy-wide inflation. AAP · Mar 20
Rogue landlords in London avoid paying millions in penalties, new data shows Nearly £8.7million in civil penalties to private landlords was handed out between 2023 and 2025, but just under £3million was recovered Evening Standard · Mar 20
Huge 1,000-home development in south London set for approval Signal Park in Tolworth looks set to see hundreds of new homes built, pending the green light from Kingston Council Evening Standard · Mar 19
Venice Remodeling and the Knack of Turning Unsold Homes into High-Value Assets in Houston's Luxury Market Entering the market as a flooring salesperson, Touqan has steadily positioned VFR Texas as a force within Houston's luxury real estate market. International Business Times · Mar 19
US Ambassador to Turkey Tom Barrack Says Epstein Built Wealth and Influence Through Ties to Israel Recently released Epstein Files from the US Department of Justice reveal connections with powerful figures like Tom Barrack and Israeli officials International Business Times UK · Mar 19
BofE leaves interest rates on hold at 3.75% amid fresh inflation fears Rate setters are worried about a possible spike in inflation caused by the Iran war Evening Standard · Mar 19
I'm a CPA: This Is the High Earner's Guide to Winning Your 2026 Tax Season Tracking activity as early as possible in the year will help you deal with rule changes and avoid last-minute moves when it's time to file your taxes. Kiplinger · Mar 19
International Business Times UK · Mar 19 Joseph Duggar's Life Before His 2026 Arrest: 10 Photos with Wife Kendra and Their Kids Former TLC star Joseph Duggar arrested in Florida for alleged crimes involving a minor from a 2020 incident. Learn about the ongoing legal investigation and the Duggar family's history with legal troubles.
The Times of India · Mar 19 The ultimate Eid Al Fitr 2026 gift: Abu Dhabi approves AED4.21 billion housing support for 2,652 citizens Abu Dhabi has approved a AED4.21 billion housing package for 2,652 Emirati citizens ahead of Eid Al Fitr 2026. The initiative, approved by H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, includes housing loans, grants, land allocations, and repayment exemptions. This move aims to strengthen family stability and improve…
AAP · Mar 19 Silence persists as CFMEU probe rattled by more threats Witnesses to construction-sector criminality continue to be scared into silence as a state government blocks expanded powers for the corruption watchdog.
The Independent UK · Mar 18 Debt collectors are enforcing collection on ‘zombie mortgages’ — here’s what to know as a homeowner ‘I did not find out until the day I was removed from my home that there was even a second mortgage out there’
The Independent UK · Mar 18 An Iowa realtor was found dead in the home she was showing. 15 years later, a woman has been arrested for her murder Ashley Okland, 27, was showing a home in the middle of the day when she was gunned down, police said
International Business Times UK · Mar 18 Kouri Richins Case: Prosecutors Outline Chilling Timeline in Poisoning Death to Her Husband Kouri Richins was convicted of murdering her husband, Eric Richins in a chilling case involving debt, insurance, and extramarital plans
The Guardian - AU · Mar 18 ‘Where have all our front gardens gone?’: Sydney’s supersized driveways eat into yards Research shows average front garden size has declined by 46% in areas where older low-density homes have been replaced by larger, modern houses
AAP · Mar 18 Investor tax-break cuts no 'silver bullet' for housing Winding back the capital gains tax discount could reduce property prices by about four per cent, compared to what they would be under a no-change scenario.
The Independent UK · Mar 17 Twist in Vatican ‘trial of the century’ as appeals court declares mistrial Defence lawyers hailed the ruling as potentially historic, given it represents a Vatican court overturning an act of the Pope himself
International Business Times UK · Mar 17 US Government Wants ICE to Keep Using Tear Gas Against Protesters Despite Court Restrictions The Trump administration appealed a court order restricting ICE agents from using tear gas near an affordable housing complex in Portland, Oregon.
Evening Standard · Mar 17 New town the size of Winchester gets planning permission in east London to tackle housing crisis Some 20,000 homes, two new schools, hotels, a care home, shops, pubs, bars, parks, offices and student accommodation, were officially signed off as part of the project