Spring property special

The spring is traditionally a time people decide to sell up or buy before the next winter, and start getting ready. The market may be all doom and gloom, but people still need to move, and if you're a buyer you might nab a bargain.

From doing up your home, to how property prices are fairing, use our tips and tools to help you.

Estate agents around are slashing prices as house prices fall for the fourth month in a row. See what our resident property expert Henry Pryor says this means for the property market

- The DIY Henry thinks is worth it if you're selling
- More controversial property market views

Many of Britain's provincial cities have been rejuvenated in recent years. See what it's like to live in these three, and get tips on the property markets there:
- Liverpool
- Bristol
- Manchester

Ever come back from holiday to rainy, grey Britain and dreamed of moving to where you've just been? Get where-to-buy factsheets and tips, as well as radio shows on buying abroad

- See the advice Channel 4's Amanda Lamb had for our users
- The 'Eurostar effect' on Northern French property

Before taking out what will probably be the biggest loan of your life, there are a number of things you can do to help ensure you get the best payment rate

- Buying and selling in a depressed market
- Pros and cons of remortgaging

Of all the extra costs associated with buying a house, the stamp duty you pay is the biggest. On a £200,000 home you would now pay £6,000. Work out what it's going to cost you

- DIY calculators eg. how much paint etc
- Property jargon buster

Whether you're just starting out and looking for your first mortgage, or a more seasoned property expert, get tips on everything from buying at auction to negotiating

- Buying at auction
- Choosing a property

Keeping an eye on property in your area, and how many 'sold' signs are up, gives you a good feel for how the market is doing and what you could ask for your home, or the right bid to make

- 'State of the market' news and views
- Work out the impact of interest rate changes

The difference between the most competitive mortgage on the market, and the least, can mean hundreds of pounds a month. Make sure you search the market before deciding

- Current best buys
- Pros and cons of remortgaging

Latest features
From remortgaging tips to a buying abroad Q & A with Channel 4's Amanda Lamb, see our latest tips and features...

- Select an option - Remortgaging: pros and cons Buying abroad Q & A with Amanda Lamb Buying/selling in a depressed market Before applying for a mortgage... Eurostar effect in northern France Green fingered homeowners rake it in HIPs Q & A HIPs push up council tax Punitive missed payment charges Popular emigration destinations Remortgaging and school fees Stamp duty barrier for first-time buyers

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Choosing a mortgage
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Flexible mortgages
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Redemption penalties
Mortgage Code
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Guide to buying and selling your home
Choosing a property
Finding a solicitor
Making an offer
Conducting a survey
Exchanging contracts
Completing
Selling your home
Who to Tell
Moving in
Invest in your property
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