Lucy Evans

1 day ago | thisismoney.co.uk | Lucy Evans

Every seller likes to believe their home is perfect and is often blind to imperfections so obvious to potential buyers. But features from your house number to certain plants in your garden could be a turn-off for viewers and wipe tens of thousands of pounds from your property’s price tag or put them off making an offer – especially in a slow housing market. Fred Jones, chief executive at house-buying company Upstix, says: ‘It’s a buyers’ market.

1 day ago | dailymail.co.uk | Lucy Evans

Every seller likes to believe their home is perfect and is often blind to imperfections so obvious to potential buyers. But features from your house number to certain plants in your garden could be a turn-off for viewers and wipe tens of thousands of pounds from your property’s price tag or put them off making an offer – especially in a slow housing market. Fred Jones, chief executive at house-buying company Upstix, says: ‘It’s a buyers’ market.

4 days ago | thisismoney.co.uk | Lucy Evans

One in three pensioners spend more now than in the early years of their retirement as they struggle to manage their pension savings, according to financial giant Aviva. Pensioners are 'caught between a rock and hard place' as they struggle to ensure their lump sum lasts for their lifetime. Some fear they are spending too much and will run out of money, while others aren't spending enough.

1 week ago | dailymail.co.uk | Lucy Evans

When financial planner Graham Dixon meets with his clients for their annual check-in, the relief in their voices is palpable. For many it’s a chance to speak freely about their lifestyles – because Graham is one of the only people in the world who knows they are ridiculously rich. He is one of a group of more than 20 advisers at wealth management firm Evelyn Partners tasked with helping National Lottery winners manage their fortunes.

1 week ago | dailymail.co.uk | Lucy Evans

Devon, Bournemouth and the Cotswolds may spring to mind when it comes to traditional destinations for homeowners looking to downsize. But today they are snubbing many of the old favourites and are instead buying homes in new locations – many of which are not where you might expect. Destinations including Denbighshire and Stirling top the list as priorities change for the new wave of older home movers seeking out smaller properties.