http://www.aboutproperty.co.uk/ All the latest news from www.aboutproperty.co.uk Copyright 2006 Adfero Ltd. Adfero RSS http://www.aboutproperty.co.uk/Images/logo_small.gif http://www.aboutproperty.co.uk/ http://www.aboutproperty.co.uk/news/home-improvement/eco-friendly-improvements/rics-lambastes-solar-panels-$1239057.htm http://www.aboutproperty.co.uk/news/home-improvement/eco-friendly-improvements/rics-lambastes-solar-panels-$1239057.htm The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (Rics) has cast doubt over the validity of a range of home eco-improvements, questioning their potential value for money. Wed, 03 Sep 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.aboutproperty.co.uk/news/home-improvement/eco-friendly-improvements/green-issues-slip-down-agenda-$1238890.htm http://www.aboutproperty.co.uk/news/home-improvement/eco-friendly-improvements/green-issues-slip-down-agenda-$1238890.htm The green agenda is losing momentum in the UK property market, as conditions force homebuilders to consider other priorities. Tue, 02 Sep 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.aboutproperty.co.uk/news/home-improvement/eco-friendly-improvements/estate-agents-attacked-over-green-knowledge-$1237959.htm http://www.aboutproperty.co.uk/news/home-improvement/eco-friendly-improvements/estate-agents-attacked-over-green-knowledge-$1237959.htm Estate agents have come under attack for their lack of knowledge over green issues when it comes to selling homes. Wed, 27 Aug 2008 01:15:35 +0100 http://www.aboutproperty.co.uk/news/home-improvement/eco-friendly-improvements/cih-calls-greener-homes-$1234431.htm http://www.aboutproperty.co.uk/news/home-improvement/eco-friendly-improvements/cih-calls-greener-homes-$1234431.htm The Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH) has called on the government to develop a long-term and far reaching plan to improve the energy efficiency of the UK's homes. Fri, 01 Aug 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.aboutproperty.co.uk/news/home-improvement/diy/floors-2-go-calls-in-administrators-$1233064.htm http://www.aboutproperty.co.uk/news/home-improvement/diy/floors-2-go-calls-in-administrators-$1233064.htm Floors-2-Go calls in administrators to sweep up after sales slump Flooring retailer Floors-2-Go has gone into administration, blaming a falling housing market for its decline in sales. Wed, 23 Jul 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.aboutproperty.co.uk/news/home-improvement/eco-friendly-improvements/landlords-face-500-million-epc-bill-$1232099.htm http://www.aboutproperty.co.uk/news/home-improvement/eco-friendly-improvements/landlords-face-500-million-epc-bill-$1232099.htm The National Landlords Association (NLA) has warned its members they are likely to face stiff financial penalties if they fail to adhere to new energy performance certificate (EPC) legislation. Sun, 20 Jul 2008 11:34:23 +0100 http://www.aboutproperty.co.uk/news/home-improvement/eco-friendly-improvements/new-epcs-commercial-property-$1229916.htm http://www.aboutproperty.co.uk/news/home-improvement/eco-friendly-improvements/new-epcs-commercial-property-$1229916.htm The government has announced it is to extend energy performance certificate (EPC) requirements to smaller business premises. Wed, 02 Jul 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.aboutproperty.co.uk/news/planning/rural-planning/eco-town-controversy-rages-on-$1229763.htm http://www.aboutproperty.co.uk/news/planning/rural-planning/eco-town-controversy-rages-on-$1229763.htm The debate surrounding the government's controversial eco-town proposals shows no sign of dying down today, with the Tories pledging to scrap the scheme. Tue, 01 Jul 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.aboutproperty.co.uk/news/home-improvement/diy/credit-crunch-fears-inspire-brits-renovate-$1229372.htm http://www.aboutproperty.co.uk/news/home-improvement/diy/credit-crunch-fears-inspire-brits-renovate-$1229372.htm Homeowners are making improvements rather than selling over credit crunch concerns, a survey has found. Mon, 30 Jun 2008 00:01:00 +0100 http://www.aboutproperty.co.uk/news/new-homes/further-consultation-on-eco-towns-$1229525.htm http://www.aboutproperty.co.uk/news/new-homes/further-consultation-on-eco-towns-$1229525.htm Housing minister Caroline Flint has announced the second phase of consultation on the government's eco-town proposals is to begin. Mon, 30 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.aboutproperty.co.uk/news/home-improvement/extensions-and-renovations/improvements-could-add-54-922-home-$1229002.htm http://www.aboutproperty.co.uk/news/home-improvement/extensions-and-renovations/improvements-could-add-54-922-home-$1229002.htm The right improvements could add around £54,922 to the value of your home, according to research. Thu, 26 Jun 2008 00:01:00 +0100 http://www.aboutproperty.co.uk/news/planning/fmb-calls--green-housing-revolution--$1229092.htm http://www.aboutproperty.co.uk/news/planning/fmb-calls--green-housing-revolution--$1229092.htm The Federation of Master Builders (FMB) has called for a 'green housing revolution' to assist the government in meetings its ecological targets. Thu, 26 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.aboutproperty.co.uk/news/planning/lga-warns-over-creation--eco-slums--$1229089.htm http://www.aboutproperty.co.uk/news/planning/lga-warns-over-creation--eco-slums--$1229089.htm The Local Government Authority (LGA) has warned the government its proposals for eco-friendly homes could end in the creation of ten 'eco-slums'. Thu, 26 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.aboutproperty.co.uk/news/planning/urban-planning/experts-present-eco-town-challenges-$1228574.htm http://www.aboutproperty.co.uk/news/planning/urban-planning/experts-present-eco-town-challenges-$1228574.htm The panel of experts advising the government with regard to eco-town proposals has launched a set of recommendations for potential builders to follow. Mon, 23 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.aboutproperty.co.uk/news/home-improvement/eco-friendly-improvements/carbon-incentives-extended-commercial-landlords-$1227645.htm http://www.aboutproperty.co.uk/news/home-improvement/eco-friendly-improvements/carbon-incentives-extended-commercial-landlords-$1227645.htm The government has announced the carbon reduction incentives presently offered to residential landlords are to be extended to commercial proprietors. Tue, 17 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0100